The Supreme Court refused to stop the extradition of a fugitive facing 153 cases, stating that the country has full authority to bring back offenders hiding abroad. The court made it clear that escaping to foreign nations will not shield criminals from Indian law.
The Gujarat High Court granted six-month bail to rape convict Asaram Bapu on medical grounds, citing his advanced age and worsening heart condition. The court said Gujarat “cannot take a different view” after Rajasthan HC had given similar relief.
The Gujarat High Court ruled that individuals who influence, pressure, or allure others to convert to Islam can be held liable for a prima facie offence. The judgment clarifies accountability regardless of the accused’s own religious history.
Today, On 9th October, Gujarat High Court Chief Justice Sunita Agarwal modified the SOP after lawyers raised concerns, stressing that “bar and bench must work together, not bang each other,” urging unity and cooperation for the smooth functioning of the court system.
Gujarat High Court Bar urged CJI BR Gavai to transfer Chief Justice Sunita Agarwal, claiming her tenure caused major issues for lawyers and litigants. GHCAA President Brijesh Trivedi stated, “Main sufferers are litigants and Advocates especially juniors.”
The Gujarat High Court ruled that even one negative remark or suspicion over a judge’s integrity is enough for compulsory retirement. The bench clarified that such retirement is not a penalty and no show-cause notice is required.
Gujarat High Court ruled that no woman can be forced to stay in a shelter home against her will, safeguarding women’s rights, liberty, and constitutional freedom.
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta warns that choosing arbitrators by name undermines integrity in arbitration and calls on Parliament to take urgent action to restore trust in the system.
Gujarat High Court has refused to quash the FIR against a lawyer who disclosed a minor victim’s identity during media interviews. The Court said professional publicity cannot justify violating POCSO and Juvenile Justice laws.
The Gujarat High Court has granted rape convict Narayan Sai a five-day temporary bail to visit his ailing mother in Ahmedabad. The court ordered strict police surveillance and barred him from meeting followers.
