The Supreme Court of India recently underscored the serious implications of willful disobedience or breach of assurances made by lawyers on their clients’ behalf to the court. Such actions, the apex court clarified, would squarely fall under the category of “civil contempt” as defined by Section 2(b) of the Contempt of Courts Act 1971. The […]
In a recent development concerning the Manipur violence cases, Senior Advocate Meenakshi Arora, representing the judges’ committee constituted by the Supreme Court, raised objections to certain statements made against her in an affidavit. This affidavit was filed by the Chief Secretary of the Manipur Government. Arora highlighted that the affidavit was a “direct attack” on […]
In a recent development concerning the Northeast Delhi riots case, a Delhi court expressed its dismay over the aggressive behavior of the Special Public Prosecutor (SPP). The court highlighted an incident where the SPP, instead of acknowledging his error, began to raise his voice against the court and even went to the extent of throwing […]
Supreme Court Rejects Bail for PACL Directors in ₹40,000 Crore Scam Case The Supreme Court, on Tuesday (05.09.2023), declined the bail applications of Gurmeet Singh and Subrata Bhattacharya, former directors of PACL (Pearls Agrotech Corporation Limited). PACL, a real estate firm, is embroiled in a massive scam exceeding 40,000 crores, allegedly deceiving numerous investors nationwide. […]
The Bombay High Court has voiced its concerns over the Maharashtra government’s approach to the 7/11 Mumbai train blasts case, specifically pointing out the state’s perceived lack of seriousness in the matter of appointing a Special Public Prosecutor (SPP). Senior advocate Raja Thakare, who had previously conducted the trial before the sessions court, was initially […]
In a significant ruling on September 5, the Supreme Court, comprising Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, acquitted two individuals previously convicted in a 1989 murder case. The apex court’s decision was based on the observation that the Chhattisgarh High Court had not thoroughly scrutinized the evidence and witness testimonies presented during the trial. A […]
The Bombay High Court has expressed significant concerns over the manner in which festivals like ‘Dahi Handi’ are celebrated on public roads and squares in Maharashtra. The court has urged the state government to review its existing policies, emphasizing the need to strike a balance between cultural celebrations and public convenience. A division bench comprising […]
In a landmark decision, the Gujarat High Court has granted permission to a 12-year-old girl, who was allegedly raped by her father, to terminate her nearly 27-week pregnancy. The court, presided over by Justice Samir J. Dave, emphasized the sanctity and dignity of women, stating, “there is no higher insult to a woman than trying […]
Supreme Court Criticizes Ladakh Administration Over Denial of ‘Plough’ Symbol to JKNC in LAHDC Kargil Elections In a recent turn of events, the Supreme Court of India has expressed severe disapproval towards the Union Territory of Ladakh for its decision to deny the ‘plough’ symbol to the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) for the […]
Supreme Court Grants Interim Protection to Editors Guild Members Over Manipur Report The Supreme Court has granted interim protection to four members of the Editors Guild of India (EGI) in light of FIRs lodged by the Manipur police. These FIRs were registered in response to a fact-finding report published by the EGI concerning the ethnic […]
