The Supreme Court expressed surprise at the Central Government’s refusal to recognize the 1981 amendment granting minority status to Aligarh Muslim University. The Court emphasized the government’s obligation to stand by parliamentary actions, while the Solicitor General cited a high court verdict striking down the amendment. The discussion will continue on January 30.
The Supreme Court of India recently acquitted a woman sentenced to life imprisonment for a 23-year-old murder, citing her juvenile status at the time of the offense. The Court found that the old Juvenile Justice Act applied, prohibiting life imprisonment for juveniles. After serving eight years, the woman’s sentence was quashed, emphasizing the importance of considering juvenile status in legal matters.
Rahul Gandhi faced legal action for disclosing the identity of a rape and murder victim, which sparked widespread outrage. The Delhi High Court prompted him to remove the controversial social media post and an FIR was registered against him. This case emphasizes the crucial need to protect the privacy of minor victims, particularly in the age of social media.
The Jharkhand High Court dismissed disciplinary proceedings against a lawyer accused of an illicit relationship with a client. The Court highlighted the absence of a direct complaint from the client and suggested the husband’s adversarial relationship drove the complaint, emphasizing the need for solid evidence in legal and disciplinary matters. The ruling underscores the importance of evidence and contextual scrutiny in such cases.
The Patna High Court ruled that a minor girl cannot be placed under her husband’s care as she is underage, despite her consent to marriage. Emphasizing the legal stance on child marriage in India, the court’s decision reflects a nuanced understanding of the complex ethical and legal issues involved, highlighting the ongoing need to address and eradicate child marriage.
The Supreme Court of India has reserved its verdict on the bail plea of Aam Aadmi Party leader Satyendar Jain in a money laundering case. The case has seen arguments from both sides, with Jain’s counsel emphasizing his prolonged incarceration and the ED alleging a pattern of seeking bail on medical grounds. The decision holds significant implications for both politics and law enforcement in India.
The Supreme Court of India issues directives to district magistrates and police superintendents in Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh to monitor upcoming rallies by Hindu Janajagruti Samiti and BJP MLA T Raja Singh. This follows concerns about potential hate speech. While declining to cancel the rallies, the court emphasizes vigilance and the installation of CCTV cameras at rally venues.
A plea has been filed objecting to the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony at the Ram Mandir, Ayodhya, citing violations of Hindu traditions and the incomplete state of the temple. The significance of the ceremony, its cultural impact, and the anticipated legal response by the Allahabad High Court are highlighted in this intricate religious and contemporary discourse.
Denying bail to the accused, Justice Sophy Thomas said a soldier is supposed to protect the nation and dignity of citizens. The soldier faces charged under the the Protection Of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act) for sodomising a thirteen-year-old boy. KERALA: The Kerala High Court recently denied bail to a soldier accused of […]
The Supreme Court of India has reserved its judgment on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking a national policy for community kitchens to address hunger. The case emphasizes the urgent need for a comprehensive scheme as India grapples with alarming statistics on starvation-related deaths, highlighting the complexities of formulating policies to ensure food security.