Supreme Court cancels jail term of rape convict after confirming he was a juvenile in 1988. His conviction remains valid, but further action will be decided by the Juvenile Justice Board.
The Madras High Court directed Tamil Nadu police to protect the identities of sexual offence victims, prohibiting their disclosure in FIRs. This order, prompted by a previous mistake, emphasizes serious consequences for violations. The court reminded law enforcement of existing legal obligations regarding victim confidentiality under Indian law and Supreme Court guidelines.
The Supreme Court of India has temporarily stayed the demolition of a dargah in Thane for seven days, allowing the managing trust a chance to appeal the Bombay High Court’s March order. This interim measure maintains the status quo while the trust seeks reconsideration of the demolition decision due to unauthorized construction.
The Supreme Court of India annulled a Patna High Court order allowing narco-analysis tests on accused individuals without consent, asserting that such practices violate Articles 20(3) and 21 of the Constitution. The ruling emphasizes the importance of protecting individual rights in legal proceedings, particularly during bail hearings.
The Supreme Court of India has closed long-standing cases related to human rights violations connected to the Salwa Judum movement in Chhattisgarh, emphasizing the joint responsibility of the state and Central Government to restore peace and rehabilitate victims of Naxal violence. It calls for a coordinated approach to address local communities’ needs.
The Supreme Court panel has called for Justice Yashwant Varma’s removal after finding substantial evidence of misconduct, including testimonies from 10 eyewitnesses who saw cash in his residence. A total of 55 testimonies corroborated the allegations, emphasizing concerns about judicial integrity and the seriousness of unexplained cash at his official domicile.
The Supreme Court of India has mandated states and union territories to appoint Protection Officers at district and taluka levels under the Domestic Violence Act, 2005. This action aims to enhance support for women facing domestic abuse, ensuring timely assistance and legal aid. The court emphasized the urgent need for proper implementation of the law.
The Supreme Court of India criticized the poor drafting of arbitration clauses in commercial agreements, noting that they complicate and delay dispute resolution instead of facilitating it. The Court urged a stricter approach to dismiss poorly written clauses, emphasizing the need for clarity to restore arbitration’s intended purpose of quick and effective dispute resolution.