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    Shiv Sena Challenges Kishori Pednekar’s False Civic Poll Nomination in Bombay HC
    Shiv Sena Challenges Kishori Pednekar’s False Civic Poll Nomination in Bombay HC
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    Shiv Sena Challenges Kishori Pednekar’s False Civic Poll Nomination in Bombay HC

    Today, A Shiv Sena spokesperson moved the Bombay High Court challenging former Mumbai mayor Kishori Pednekar’s civic poll nomination, alleging concealment of criminal cases in her affidavit. Susie Shah sought hearing before Chief Justice Shree Chandrashekhar and Justice Gautam Ankhad.

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    Time-Bound Investigations Must Be An Exception, Not The Rule: Supreme Court
    Time-Bound Investigations Must Be An Exception, Not The Rule: Supreme Court
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    Time-Bound Investigations Must Be An Exception, Not The Rule: Supreme Court

    Supreme Court held that courts must avoid mandating time-bound investigations unless evidence shows delay or stagnation. A Bench of Justices Sanjay Karol and N.K. Singh said such directions should remain rare exceptions, not routine practice in criminal cases.

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    Who Is Threatening You?: Supreme Court Rejects Plea Seeking Security from Lawrence Bishnoi Gang
    Who Is Threatening You?: Supreme Court Rejects Plea Seeking Security from Lawrence Bishnoi Gang
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    Who Is Threatening You?: Supreme Court Rejects Plea Seeking Security from Lawrence Bishnoi Gang

    Today, On 1st December, The Supreme Court refused to entertain a plea seeking security from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, questioning the basis of the threat. The bench asked who was threatening the petitioner and noted there was no material showing any danger requiring court intervention

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    Prosecutor are Officers of Justice, Not Conviction Machines: Supreme Court Sets Aside Murder Conviction
    Prosecutor are Officers of Justice, Not Conviction Machines: Supreme Court Sets Aside Murder Conviction
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    Let’s Kill All the Lawyers: Supreme Court Quotes Shakespeare, Slams Agencies Summoning Advocates

    The Supreme Court, quoting Shakespeare’s famous line “Let’s kill all the lawyers,” criticised investigating agencies for summoning advocates in criminal cases, warning that such actions could infringe upon their fundamental rights and undermine the independence of the legal profession.

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    Supreme Court Urges Day-to-Day Trials to Fast-Track Justice in Criminal Cases
    Supreme Court Urges Day-to-Day Trials to Fast-Track Justice in Criminal Cases
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    Supreme Court Urges Day-to-Day Trials to Fast-Track Justice in Criminal Cases

    The Supreme Court directs all High Courts to issue circulars ensuring expeditious trials, especially in sensitive cases, stressing continuous examination of witnesses and strict adherence to Section 309 CrPC. The move aims to uphold the right to a speedy trial under Article 21.

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    Supreme Court to Tamil Nadu Govt: "Undertake That No Cases Dropped Against Incumbent Ministers Without Probe"
    Supreme Court to Tamil Nadu Govt: "Undertake That No Cases Dropped Against Incumbent Ministers Without Probe"
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    Supreme Court to Tamil Nadu Govt: “Undertake That No Cases Dropped Against Incumbent Ministers Without Probe”

    The Supreme Court asked the Tamil Nadu Government to give a clear undertaking that no criminal case against any current minister or MLA was dropped without completing the probe. A specific affidavit must be filed within two weeks.

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    "Can ED Summon Lawyers for Legal Opinions?" Supreme Court to Decide in Crucial Hearing on July 2
    "Can ED Summon Lawyers for Legal Opinions?" Supreme Court to Decide in Crucial Hearing on July 2
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    “Can ED Summon Lawyers for Legal Opinions?” Supreme Court to Decide in Crucial Hearing on July 21

    Supreme Court to hear if lawyers can be summoned by ED for giving legal advice. Bench led by CJI B.R. Gavai to take up the matter suo motu.

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    Supreme Court Set- Aside Preventive Detention of MP Law Student, Orders Immediate Release: "Wholly Untenable"
    Supreme Court Set- Aside Preventive Detention of MP Law Student, Orders Immediate Release: "Wholly Untenable"
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    Supreme Court Set- Aside Preventive Detention of MP Law Student, Orders Immediate Release: “Wholly Untenable”

    Today, On 27th June, The Supreme Court set aside the preventive detention of a law student from Madhya Pradesh, calling it “wholly untenable.” The bench ordered his immediate release, stating that the grounds for detention did not meet legal requirements.

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    "Prefer Death Over Humiliation": Delhi Cop Accuses Judge of Insults, Bribe Demands in Explosive Diary Entry
    "Prefer Death Over Humiliation": Delhi Cop Accuses Judge of Insults, Bribe Demands in Explosive Diary Entry
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    Bihar Police Propose 100 Fast-Track Courts to Speed Up Justice Delivery

    Bihar Police propose establishing 100 fast-track courts to expedite justice, focusing on cases involving illegal assets. DGP Vinay Kumar highlighted the need for quicker trials as pending cases have surged to nearly 17 lakh. Strong actions against corrupt officials, regardless of their status, will be prioritized to tackle illegal wealth effectively.

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    Supreme Court: "If You Don't Have Criminal Cases, You Are Not Eligible to Be a Mukhiya in Bihar"
    Supreme Court: "If You Don't Have Criminal Cases, You Are Not Eligible to Be a Mukhiya in Bihar"
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    Justice Surya Kant: “If You Don’t Have Criminal Cases, You Are Not Eligible to Be a Mukhiya in Bihar” | Sparks Outrage in Supreme Court

    While hearing a bail plea Today (Mar 27), the Supreme Court sarcastically said having criminal cases is a qualification to be a Mukhiya in Bihar. The comment has sparked debate over crime and politics at the village level.

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