Mediation Training Row: Petition Filed in Delhi High Court Against DHCBA-Only Eligibility at Samadhan

The Delhi High Court is hearing a plea challenging restriction of mediation training to Delhi High Court Bar Association members. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav sought responses from authorities regarding Samadhan training eligibility and listed the matter for April 16.

“You Can’t Be Attached To Your Reputation”: Delhi High Court Judge’s Sharp Remark To Aniruddhacharya Amid Personality Rights Case

The Delhi High Court granted interim protection to Aniruddhacharya’s personality rights over alleged deepfake and AI content. During the hearing, the judge remarked that a spiritual preacher should be above criticism and not attached to reputation.

Courts and Police Carry Social Baggage Which Makes Them Reluctant to Proactively Tackle Rape Cases: Retired Justice Gita Mittal

Former Jammu and Kashmir High Court Chief Justice Gita Mittal highlighted that social prejudices influence even legally trained minds, affecting rape case handling, noting reluctance among police, magistrates, and judges due to stigma surrounding sexual offences.

“Why Are You Calling Counter Affidavit?” : Allahabad High Court Drops Criminal Contempt Case Against Advocate After Unconditional Apology

The Allahabad High Court dropped criminal contempt proceedings against an advocate after he tendered an unconditional apology for his remarks in open court. The Court accepted his apology, noting his remorse and assurance that such conduct would not be repeated.

Bombay High Court Slams Tax Officials, Sets Aside Rs. 23.67 crore GST Refund Denial

The Bombay High Court set aside denial of Golden Cryo Pvt. Ltd. Rs 23.67 crore GST refund, criticising officials for undue haste and procedural violations, holding such actions contrary to law and rule of law in refund adjudication process.

Rights of Transgender Persons Cannot Be Rendered Illusory, Selfhood Is A Right: Rajasthan HC on Transgender Bill 2026

The Rajasthan High Court stressed that the rights of transgender persons must not become illusory and affirmed that selfhood is a protected right under the Constitution. It criticised the Transgender Persons Amendment Bill 2026 recently passed by Parliament.

Kerala High Court PIL Seeks Strong Tetrapod Seawall to Save Vypin Coast Villages from Sea Erosion

A PIL has been filed in the Kerala High Court seeking a stronger tetrapod-backed seawall along the Vypin coast to protect residents from sea intrusion and coastal erosion. The Court has asked the Irrigation Department and local panchayats to file reports and affidavits on the issue before the next hearing.

Wife’s Exaggeration of Husband’s Income’ in Maintenance Case Is Not Perjury: Allahabad High Court

The Allahabad High Court held that overstating a husband’s income in maintenance proceedings does not automatically attract perjury. Justice Raj Beer Singh dismissed the plea, noting the issue remains pending before the family court.

Tax Assessment Against Deceased Person Invalid: Patna High Court Quashes Demand and Orders Fresh Proceedings Against Legal Heir

The Patna High Court held tax assessment against a deceased person invalid, annulling the demand. It directed the Commercial Taxes Officer to initiate fresh proceedings against the legal heir in accordance with law, ensuring compliance with proper legal procedure.

“Court Doesn’t See Hindu-Muslim, Only Two Adults in Love”: Allahabad High Court Backs Interfaith Live-In Couple, Calls It Fundamental Right

The Allahabad High Court ruled that interfaith couples have the constitutional right to live together peacefully without interference. The Court said the right to choose a partner and live with dignity is protected under Article 21 of the Constitution.