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    73% of Indian Prisoners Are Undertrials, Follow House Arrest for Low-Risk Offenders: Justice Augustine George Masih
    73% of Indian Prisoners Are Undertrials, Follow House Arrest for Low-Risk Offenders: Justice Augustine George Masih
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    73% of Indian Prisoners Are Undertrials, Follow House Arrest for Low-Risk Offenders: Justice Augustine George Masih

    India’s prisons are severely overcrowded, with 73% of inmates awaiting trial. Supreme Court Justice Augustine George Masih has urged the adoption of technology-enabled house arrest for low-risk offenders to reduce congestion and encourage reformative justice.

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    BREAKING | Waqf Amendment Act| We Place on Record Our Appreciation: Supreme Court Thanks Counsels on All Sides
    BREAKING | Waqf Amendment Act| We Place on Record Our Appreciation: Supreme Court Thanks Counsels on All Sides
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    BREAKING | Waqf Amendment Act| We Place on Record Our Appreciation: Supreme Court Thanks Counsels on All Sides

    Today, On 15th September, The Supreme Court in the Waqf Amendment Act case placed on record its appreciation for counsels on all sides, praising their assistance, arguments and submissions while recognising the efforts of both petitioners’ and respondents’ senior counsel teams.

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    Waqf Amendment Act| 5-Year Islam Practice Clause Put On Hold, Registration Requirement Not Affected: Supreme Court Imposes Partial Stay
    Waqf Amendment Act| 5-Year Islam Practice Clause Put On Hold, Registration Requirement Not Affected: Supreme Court Imposes Partial Stay
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    Waqf Amendment Act| 5-Year Islam Practice Clause Put On Hold, Registration Requirement Not Affected: Supreme Court Imposes Partial Stay

    Today, On 15th September, Supreme Court imposes partial stay on the Waqf Amendment Act. The 5-year Islam practice clause is put on hold, while the registration requirement remains unaffected, affecting three key provisions under the 2025 amendment

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    BREAKING | Waqf Amendment Act, 2025| No Case to Stay Entire Statute, But 2 Key Provisions Stayed: Supreme Court
    BREAKING | Waqf Amendment Act, 2025| No Case to Stay Entire Statute, But 2 Key Provisions Stayed: Supreme Court
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    BREAKING | Waqf Amendment Act| No Case to Stay Entire Statute, But 2 Key Provisions Stayed: Supreme Court

    Today, On 15th September, The Supreme Court, in an interim order by CJI BR Gavai and Justice Augustine George Masih, said no case was made to stay the entire Waqf Amendment Act, 2025, but stayed two provisions pending resolution of validity challenges.

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    "Such Extreme Act Runs Completely Contrary To Natural Instinct Of Mother": Supreme Court Acquits Woman in Infant Murder Case
    "Such Extreme Act Runs Completely Contrary To Natural Instinct Of Mother": Supreme Court Acquits Woman in Infant Murder Case
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    “Such Extreme Act Runs Completely Contrary To Natural Instinct Of Mother”: Supreme Court Acquits Woman in Infant Murder Case

    The Supreme Court set aside a woman’s conviction for killing her infant son, holding that extra-judicial confessions were weak and circumstantial evidence did not prove guilt. The Court said such an act defies a mother’s natural instinct.

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    “They Suffered Beyond Repair”: Supreme Court Grants 2-Month Shield from Arrest in 498A Dowry Cases, Orders IPS Officer to Apologize
    “They Suffered Beyond Repair”: Supreme Court Grants 2-Month Shield from Arrest in 498A Dowry Cases, Orders IPS Officer to Apologize
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    “No Arrest for 2 Months in 498A Cases”: Supreme Court Backs Allahabad HC Guidelines to Prevent Misuse

    Supreme Court mandates a 2-month cooling-off period before any arrest under Section 498A IPC. Approves Allahabad HC’s safeguards to curb misuse in matrimonial disputes.

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    Supreme Court Judge Praises Hospitality and Security Forces: “Kashmir Is a Land of Breath-Taking Beauty & Unmatched Warmth”
    Supreme Court Judge Praises Hospitality and Security Forces: “Kashmir Is a Land of Breath-Taking Beauty & Unmatched Warmth”
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    Supreme Court Judge Praises Hospitality on Kashmir Visit: “Serenity of Its Landscapes Is Matched by the Professionalism of Its Security Forces”

    A Supreme Court judge, after visiting Kashmir with family, said, “Serenity of its landscapes is matched by the professionalism of its security forces,” praising the region’s beauty, warm hospitality, and sense of safety throughout the peaceful trip.

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    "No Legal Hurdle in Raising Retirement Age to 61": Supreme Court Backs MP Judicial Officers' Plea for Parity
    "No Legal Hurdle in Raising Retirement Age to 61": Supreme Court Backs MP Judicial Officers' Plea for Parity
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    Supreme Court Clears Path to Raise Retirement Age of MP Judges to 61 Years

    The Supreme Court of India stated there is no legal barrier to raising the retirement age of Madhya Pradesh district judges to 61 years. It directed the Madhya Pradesh High Court to make a decision within two months regarding this request, which has been pending since 2018 from the Judges Association.

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    Supreme Court Too CJI-Centric, Time for Change: Justice Abhay Oka's Bold Farewell Message
    Supreme Court Too CJI-Centric, Time for Change: Justice Abhay Oka's Bold Farewell Message
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    Justice Abhay S Oka Bids Emotional Farewell to Supreme Court, Says Upholding Liberty Was His “Honest Endeavour”

    On May 24, 2025, Justice Abhay S. Oka received an emotional farewell from the Supreme Court of India, reflecting on his over two-decade judicial career. Despite personal loss, he upheld duty and constitutional values, as colleagues praised his dedication. Justice Oka leaves behind a legacy of justice and unwavering commitment.

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    Justice Bela Trivedi’s Last Day in SC on May 16; CJI Gavai to Lead Ceremonial Bench Honouring Her Service
    Justice Bela Trivedi’s Last Day in SC on May 16; CJI Gavai to Lead Ceremonial Bench Honouring Her Service
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    Justice Bela Trivedi’s Last Day in SC on May 16; CJI Gavai to Lead Ceremonial Bench Honouring Her Service

    Justice Bela Trivedi will mark her final day in the Supreme Court on May 16, with a ceremonial bench led by Chief Justice B.R. Gavai and Justice Masih to honour her remarkable judicial service.

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