Accused Presumed Innocent Until Proven Guilty: Delhi HC Grants Relief After Evidence Failure

The Delhi High Court acquitted Gir Raj in a murder case, setting aside his conviction and life sentence under Section 302 IPC. The Bench held that the prosecution failed to prove an unbroken chain of circumstances beyond reasonable doubt and reiterated that suspicion cannot replace evidence.

RSS Defamation Case: Bengaluru Court Summons Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge, Congress Leader Mohammed Nalapad 

A Bengaluru court took cognizance of a criminal defamation complaint against Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge and Youth Congress leader Mohammed Nalapad over alleged RSS remarks. The court found sufficient grounds under Section 356 of BNS and issued summons for appearance on July 21, 2026.

Justice Is Not Whatever I Want: Bombay HC Rejects Law Student’s Plea Over Exam Ban Due to Attendance Shortage

The Bombay High Court’s Aurangabad bench dismissed a 23-year-old law student’s plea against being barred from final exams due to poor attendance. The Court criticised her claims as reckless and irresponsible, observing that legal proceedings must be based on good faith and not personal demands.

Possession Does Not End Rights, Homebuyer Can Seek Compensation for Delayed Delivery: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled that homebuyers can approach consumer forums for compensation over delayed possession even after taking flat possession. The Court set aside the NCDRC order and held that arbitration clauses cannot prevent buyers from seeking remedies against real estate developers for deficient services.

Gautam Adani Case: US Judge Questions DOJ Over Dropping Criminal Charges, Seeks More Details

A US judge sought details from the Justice Department over its decision to drop criminal charges against industrialist Gautam Adani. The court deferred formal dismissal of the case, while Adani’s lawyers had requested closure after prosecutors decided not to continue pursuing the allegations.

Patna Court Extends Interim Protection for Khan Sir Until June 30 in Coaching Institute Case

A Patna court extended interim protection from arrest for educator Faisal Khan, popularly known as Khan Sir, in a case linked to an alleged firing incident at his coaching institute. The protection will continue until June 30 after submission of an updated case diary.

Delhi Weekend Traffic Courts 2026: New System to Speed Up Traffic Violation Case Disposal

Delhi drivers will get relief through Weekend Traffic Courts starting July 5, 2026, allowing vehicle owners to settle pending challans. The initiative by Delhi District Courts aims to reduce court workload and provide easier access to disposal of traffic violation cases.

Money Laundering Case: Supreme Court Allows Jacqueline Fernandez to Withdraw Plea, Grants Liberty to Approach Trial Court

The Supreme Court allowed actress Jacqueline Fernandez to withdraw her plea challenging a Delhi court order framing charges in the Rs 200-crore money laundering case linked to Sukesh Chandrashekhar. The Bench granted her liberty to approach the trial court for available legal remedies.

Ayodhya Ram Temple Donation Case: Supreme Court Asks Petitioner To Mention Case On June 29

The Supreme Court asked a petitioner to appear on June 29 and place on record his request for an FIR and independent investigation into alleged donation embezzlement at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The plea seeks a CBI-led SIT probe into alleged irregularities.

Sharing Exam Question Paper Photos on WhatsApp Cannot Attract Privacy Charges: Gujarat HC Clarifies Section 66E IT Act

The Gujarat High Court ruled that photographing an exam question paper and sharing it on WhatsApp does not amount to an offence under Section 66E of the IT Act, 2000. The Court said such conduct may be misconduct but not a privacy violation involving private images.