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.
Today, On 7th January, The Supreme Court has criticized Atul Subhash’s mother, who had sought custody of her child, stating that she is “virtually a stranger” to the minor. The remark came during proceedings concerning the custody dispute, highlighting concerns about the child’s well-being and the emotional connection with the mother.
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Today, On 3rd July, The Delhi Police challenged the bail granted by the Delhi High Court to four convicts in the 2008 murder of TV journalist Soumya Vishwanathan. The Supreme Court is set to hear the appeal on July 8th, reigniting public interest in the high-profile case. The convicts had been imprisoned for nearly 14 years before being granted bail by the High Court.
Today (24th May): The Supreme Court of India emphasized the finality of bail decisions at the High Court level, expressing reluctance to intervene in bail matters. Justices Bela M. Trivedi and Pankaj Mithal advocated for resolving bail issues without the apex court’s interference, aiming to streamline the legal process and reduce the burden on the Supreme Court.
The Supreme Court set to hear a plea challenging new criminal legislation, questioning its constitutionality and potential impacts on fundamental rights. The laws, known as the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and the Bharatiya Sakshya Act, have raised concerns about police powers and violations of citizen rights, leading to a significant judicial review.
The Supreme Court cautioned against misrepresenting facts or prejudicing ongoing legal proceedings through social media comments, expressing concern over the misuse of social media in pending court matters. They also addressed a contempt case involving premature social media claims of victory. The Court emphasized the seriousness of parties interfering with ongoing proceedings.
This case reached the Supreme Court following the rejection of Bhattacharya’s bail plea by both the trial court and the Calcutta High Court. On Friday, the Supreme Court of India has granted bail to Manik Bhattacharya, the son of TMC MLA Manik Bhattacharya, who was embroiled in a money laundering case. This decision came after […]
The Supreme Court of India criticized the frequent use of Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code by high courts to interfere in criminal investigations. Justices emphasized the need for caution and rare application of these powers, particularly during the early stages of investigations. The court urged adherence to established legal principles and guidelines.
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed its stance on the procedural requirements for arrests made by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED), dismissing a review petition that challenged the need for providing reasons for arrest in writing at the time of arrest. This ruling solidifies the court’s previous judgment, emphasizing the […]
