The Supreme Court of India has laid down comprehensive guidelines for handling protection petitions filed by couples, prioritizing right to dignity and fundamental rights. The directives emphasize the need to safeguard the dignity of intimate partners, including LGBTQ+ individuals, without moral biases. This decision, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, sets a progressive precedent in protecting individual liberties.
The Gujarat High Court dismissed a petition accusing Swami Nithyananda of child abduction and coercion for donations. The plea was rejected after evidence from the children involved. The parents sought custody of their daughters allegedly held at Nithyananda’s ashram, claiming illegal confinement and FIR against ashram officials. Nithyananda had previously fled India, involving an international aspect.
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling emphasized that an elder sister must obtain a court order for guardianship, rejecting a habeas corpus petition. Justices clarified that an elder sister does not have automatic guardianship rights over her younger sibling and must seek it through proper legal channels. The case underscores the importance of adhering to formal legal procedures in family matters.
The Allahabad High Court in India dismissed a plea by a man claiming his partner was forcibly detained, citing cultural differences and disdain for tarnishing reputation. The court emphasized India’s tradition and the attempt to pressure the woman’s family. The decision reflects India’s adherence to cultural norms, contrasting with liberal Western views on relationships.
In 2023, the Supreme Court of India achieved a significant milestone by disposing of 52,191 cases, marking the highest disposal rate in six years. This impressive feat includes the adjudication of 45,642 miscellaneous matters and approximately 6,549 regular matters. The data, sourced from the Integrated Case Management System (ICMIS), highlights that the disposal rate not […]
The Supreme Court of India is set to deliberate on a habeas corpus petition filed on behalf of Nikhil Gupta, an Indian national embroiled in a complex international legal case. Gupta, accused by the United States of plotting to assassinate Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, is currently detained in the Czech Republic. The hearing, scheduled […]