BREAKING | Injustice By System | “God Knows How Many Are Still in Jail”: Supreme Court Slams UP Jailer For Not Releasing Prisoner Despite Bail Order

Today, On 25th June, The Supreme Court sharply criticised Uttar Pradesh jail officials for unlawfully keeping a man in Ghaziabad jail despite a clear bail order, calling it a serious violation of personal liberty and raising concerns over systemic injustice.

Jharkhand HC Slams Magistrate Ignoring SC Bail Guidelines: “Unfortunate & Unwarranted”

The Jharkhand High Court criticised a Hazaribagh Magistrate for ignoring Supreme Court guidelines and sending a 66-year-old man to custody in a complaint case. The court called the action “unfortunate and unwarranted” during the hearing.

Bhima Koregaon Case: Supreme Court Questions Delay in Bail Appeal, Says “Some Urgency Must Be Shown”

In the Bhima Koregaon case, the Supreme Court questioned the delay in filing a bail appeal by an accused in custody for 8 years, saying, “Some urgency must be shown” as the May 2 order was already passed.

“State Cannot Object to Interfaith Marriage of Consenting Adults”: Supreme Court Grants Bail to Man Jailed for Marrying Hindu Woman

The Supreme Court of India ruled that a couple from different religions can live together despite ongoing criminal proceedings. The bench granted bail to Arif Siddiqui, who married a Hindu woman, emphasizing personal liberty and the couple’s right to make independent choices. The court rejected state interference in their relationship.

Narco-Analysis Test Can’t Be Forced on Accused: Supreme Court Reminds Police of Right to Silence and Liberty

The Supreme Court of India ruled that a narco-analysis test cannot be conducted without an accused’s consent, reinforcing constitutional protections against self-incrimination. It emphasized that results from such tests cannot solely convict someone. The court criticized prior approvals for involuntary tests, asserting the need for safeguard measures if conducted voluntarily.

Madras High Court Says LGBTQ+ Couples Can Form Families Even Without Legal Marriage

Madras High Court affirms that same-sex couples can form ‘chosen families’ despite no legal recognition of marriage. Court slams police and family interference, citing personal liberty under Article 21.

Madras High Court Upholds Rights of Same-Sex Couple, Criticizes Police and Parental Interference

The Madras High Court affirmed the rights of a same-sex couple, criticizing societal conservatism and police inaction. The court emphasized individual liberty, allowing a woman to leave her parents’ home with her partner. The judges highlighted the importance of human rights for all, recognizing same-sex relationships as valid family structures.

Supreme Court Slams Allahabad HC for 27 Bail Delays, Grants Relief to Accused in CBI Case

The Supreme Court criticized the Allahabad High Court for adjourning a bail plea 27 times, emphasizing the importance of personal liberty. It granted bail to Lakshya Tawar, highlighting that delays in bail hearings undermine justice. The ruling reinforces the need for timely court proceedings, especially when individual freedoms are at stake.

Supreme Court Calls for Performance Audit of HC Judges: “Some Judges Work Very Hard, Others Take Unnecessary Coffee Breaks”

The Supreme Court has raised concerns over inconsistent work ethics among High Court judges, stating, “Some judges work very hard, others take unnecessary coffee breaks,” and stressed the urgent need for a performance audit.

Rippling Co-Founder Prasanna Sankaranarayanan Moves Madras High Court Over Alleged Police Harassment

Madras: Today, 27th March, Prasanna Sankaranarayanan, co-founder of Rippling, has approached the Madras High Court alleging that the Tamil Nadu police have been harassing him due to false complaints filed by his estranged wife, Dhivya Sashidhar. He claimed that his wife has been using legal complaints as a means to take away their son and move him out of India amidst their ongoing divorce case.