In The Supreme Court Today (March 7th), a bench led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud requested the Centre’s response on Thursday regarding a PIL seeking direction to authorities for the inclusion of palliative care in the national health programme to support terminally-ill individuals.
The Supreme Court of India has directed the Bombay High Court to promptly handle and decide bail matters due to delays infringing on personal liberty. The apex court highlighted the importance of Article 21 of the Constitution, emphasizing the need for expedited decisions. It criticized the High Court for finding excuses to delay proceedings.
The Supreme Court decided to address a controversial remark from the Calcutta High Court regarding advice for adolescent girls on managing sexual urges. The hearing is set for May 2, addressing concerns about the appropriateness of the High Court’s advice and the implications of such guidance. This follows criticism and objections from the Supreme Court regarding the High Court’s remarks.
The Delhi High Court has clarified that the right to adopt children is not a fundamental right and upheld restrictions on adopting a “normal child” for parents who already have two children. This decision supports amendments to the Adoption Rules, aiming to encourage the adoption of children with special needs and applies the changes retroactively but not retrospectively.
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court, led by Justice Madhav Jamdar, has strongly criticized the stereotypical comments made by a Sessions Judge in Pandharpur against transgender persons. The Sessions Court had previously stated in a bail rejection order dated December 19 that transgender individuals are “well known” for “harassing” people and described them […]
A Case for Dignified Living The Calcutta High Court, in a significant ruling, has upheld the principle that conviction does not strip an individual of their right to live with dignity, as enshrined in Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. Justice Sabyasachi Bhattacharya’s landmark judgment in this regard has set a precedent in the realm […]
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has clarified the extent of rights available to foreigners in India, emphasizing that their fundamental rights are confined to life and liberty as per Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. This decision, delivered by a Division Bench comprising Justices Suresh Kumar Kait and Manoj Jain, underscores the […]
The Supreme Court of India has recently upheld the restrictions on the number of visits undertrial prisoners in Delhi can receive, dismissing a plea that sought to increase the frequency of these visits. The decision, delivered by a bench comprising Justices Bela M. Trivedi and Pankaj Mithal, emphasizes the policy considerations and operational challenges faced […]
In a landmark decision, the Allahabad High Court has put a temporary halt to the demolition drive in Lucknow’s Akbar Nagar I and II, emphasizing the constitutional right to livelihood under Article 21. This stay, affecting over 15,000 residents of this nearly half-century-old locality, comes at a crucial time during the harsh winter season. Also […]
The Madras High Court, in a significant ruling, has reaffirmed the fundamental right to peaceful protest as an essential element of democracy, emphasizing its protection under the Indian Constitution. This decision came in response to a series of petitions filed by secondary grade teachers challenging charge memos issued by the District Educational Officer. Also read- […]