The Supreme Court held that nationwide consolidation of FIRs with different witnesses, evidence, and laws is not permissible, allowing clubbing only for FIRs from the same incident, while rejecting a plea to merge multi-crore scam FIRs.
At the MNLU Symposium on AI, Supreme Court Judge Justice Ujjal Bhuyan emphasized the limitations of artificial intelligence in the legal profession. He remarked that while the idea of “AI Judges” is often discussed, true justice requires human judgment. “Judges and lawyers cannot be driven by AI in 95 per cent of the cases,” he stated. Justice Bhuyan highlighted the irreplaceable role of human discretion and empathy in the judicial process.
India is the first country to adopt an eco-centric approach over a human-centric one in international jurisprudence. This shift prioritizes the well-being of the entire ecosystem rather than just human needs. Supreme Court judge Justice PS Narasimha highlighted this development at the National Conference on Environment-2025. The move reflects a broader commitment to environmental protection in legal frameworks.
Indian Railways has launched the Sangyaan App, offering detailed information on new criminal laws set to come into effect from July 1. The app, developed by the Railway Protection Force, includes features like comprehensive legal access, comparison of laws, section-wise analysis, and advanced search tools, aiming to empower RPF personnel with essential legal information.
Today, 29th April, The Chief Justice of India (CJI) led bench recalled an order permitting abortion for a 14-year-old rape survivor. The decision follows legal proceedings and considerations surrounding the case. This development highlights the complexities and legal intricacies involved in such sensitive matters within the Indian judicial system.