The Supreme Court of India criticized the surge of non-urgent cases during its summer vacation, with Justice Surya Kant noting that 70% lacked urgency. The bench addressed a petition from the Vidarbha Hockey Association regarding associate membership, ultimately rejecting it due to substantial delays and inadequate legal reasoning.
The Delhi High Court ruled that child maintenance is a legal obligation, not a charitable act, emphasizing shared parental responsibility. In a case involving a father refusing to pay maintenance, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma reaffirmed that children should not feel deprived. The judgment highlights the importance of recognizing children’s rights to support and dignity.
Justice Abhay Oka, in his retirement speech, criticized the Supreme Court’s emphasis on the Chief Justice while advocating for democratic reform and greater attention to trial courts. He emphasized the need for transparency and collaboration among judges, highlighting the challenges faced by lower courts and expressing hope for change under the new Chief Justice, BR Gavai.
Lipika Mitra has filed a criminal defamation case against Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in a Delhi court, alleging defamatory statements that harmed her reputation. The court has issued a notice for Sitharaman to respond by June 12. The case has attracted public attention due to its political implications and the parties involved.
The Supreme Court criticized the Allahabad High Court for adjourning a bail plea 27 times, emphasizing the importance of personal liberty. It granted bail to Lakshya Tawar, highlighting that delays in bail hearings undermine justice. The ruling reinforces the need for timely court proceedings, especially when individual freedoms are at stake.
Justice Kempaiah Somashekar was sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court on May 22, 2025. The ceremony, held at Raj Bhavan in Imphal, was administered by Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla. His appointment, the ninth for this position, brings significant experience from the Karnataka High Court, boosting expectations for judicial improvements in Manipur.
Alt News co-founder Mohammed Zubair awaits the Allahabad High Court’s ruling on his plea against an FIR regarding a post on social media related to Yati Narsinghanand’s speech. The court previously stayed Zubair’s arrest and scrutinized legal provisions, emphasizing the balance between freedom of speech and potential harm from provocative content.
In his farewell speech, Justice Suresh Kumar Kait lauded the Indian Constitution for promoting equality and opportunity, illustrating that anyone, including a farm laborer, can become a Chief Justice. He emphasized Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s role in fostering a diverse society and the judicial system’s inclusivity, inspiring future generations.
A Delhi court dismissed a woman’s defamation complaint against her husband, who had accused her of cruelty and adultery in a divorce petition. The court emphasized that defamation requires intention to harm reputation. It also cautioned against using the criminal justice system for personal disputes, reinforcing that legal proceedings should not be misused.
A Lucknow court has upheld the dismissal of Amitabh Thakur’s defamation complaint against Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath regarding the term “Kathmullapan” used in a speech. The court ruled that political speech within legislative settings is protected, emphasizing the importance of free expression while defining legal boundaries related to defamation.