The Supreme Court of India annulled an anticipatory bail granted by a High Court to four murder suspects, criticizing the High Court for its lack of reasoning. The case involved a fatal assault stemming from a pathway dispute. The Supreme Court emphasized the need for thorough judicial scrutiny in serious crime bail decisions.
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.
The Supreme Court of India has mandated a 30% reservation for women lawyers in the Gujarat Bar Associations, including the treasurer role, advocating for gender equality in legal leadership. This decision, stemming from a petition by lawyer Meena A. Jagtap, seeks to enhance women’s representation and address systemic disparities in the profession.