“A Legislative Vacuum No More”: Supreme Court Mandates Mental Health Reforms to Stop Student Suicides

Supreme Court issues nationwide directives to tackle rising student suicides in schools, colleges, and coaching centres. Guidelines include mandatory counsellors, safety measures, and anti-bullying protocols.

“No Hearing, No Notice – Just Bulldozers”: Supreme Court Takes Up Contempt Plea Over Assam Evictions

Supreme Court issues notice on contempt plea over alleged biased demolitions in Assam’s Hasila Beel. Petitioners say eviction drive violated SC bulldozer guidelines and hit minority families.

“Don’t Go Beyond Your Clients’ Case”: Calcutta HC to Hear Migrant Workers’ Detention Pleas on July 16

Calcutta High Court to hear habeas corpus petitions alleging illegal detention of Bengal workers in Odisha and Delhi. Court reminds lawyer to focus only on his client’s case.

“Demolishing Homes or Buildings Solely Due to Occupancy by an Accused Person Is Illegal”: SC Issues Guidelines to Curb Bulldozer Justice

Today, On 13th November, the Supreme Court mandated strict guidelines against arbitrary demolitions linked to accused individuals, emphasizing accountability. Demolitions require prior notice, a 15-day appeal period, and must be documented. Officials failing to comply may face contempt charges and must restore demolished properties at their expense. These directives apply nationwide.