The Bombay High Court recently delivered a divided verdict on petitions challenging the Information Technology (IT) rules, specifically those addressing the Fact-Checking Unit (FCU). This drew attention due to contrasting opinions by Justices Patel and Gokhale. The case, involving high-profile petitioners like Kunal Kamra, could have far-reaching implications for freedom of expression and government regulation online.
The Supreme Court expressed strong disapproval of the Gujarat police and a magistrate for remanding an accused despite anticipatory bail. Justices sought Gujarat government and police response and impleaded the Gujarat High Court. The incident highlights the need for strict adherence to legal procedures and judicial accountability, emphasizing the role of higher judicial academies in training legal professionals.
Supreme Court Declines to Quash Criminal Proceedings Against Congress’s Pawan Khera Over PM Modi Comment In a pivotal ruling, the Supreme Court has declined to quash the criminal proceedings against Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera, stemming from his controversial remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This decision comes after a detailed examination of the case, which […]
Issues Notices to Centre and 13 States In a significant move addressing concerns of caste-based discrimination in Indian prisons, the Supreme Court has issued notices to the Union Government and 13 State Governments following a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by journalist Sukanya Shanta. The PIL, which is based on Shanta’s award-winning 2020 report titled […]
Balancing Judicial Authority and Constitutional Norms In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has issued a set of guidelines to High Courts regarding the summoning of government officials, a move that addresses concerns over the arbitrary and frequent summoning of these officials. This development marks a significant step in the Indian judiciary’s approach […]
In a significant development addressing the aftermath of violence in Manipur, the Supreme Court of India has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety and rights of those affected, especially in light of the upcoming Christmas festivities. The bench, led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud and comprising Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, […]
The Supreme Court of India has extended the deadline for the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Speaker to decide on the disqualification petitions related to the Shiv Sena rift. The new deadline is set for January 10, 2024. This extension follows an earlier directive from the Apex Court, which had set December 31, 2023, as the initial […]
The Supreme Court of India is currently engaged in a comprehensive reassessment of its 2018 judgment regarding the automatic expiry of stay orders in civil and criminal cases. This pivotal decision, originally made in the case of Asian Resurfacing of Road Agency P. Ltd. vs. Central Bureau of Investigation, mandated that interim stay orders by […]
The Supreme Court of India, in a significant move, has commenced hearings on the petitions challenging the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act. This provision, which emerged from the Assam Accord, addresses the citizenship status of individuals who migrated from specified territories, including Bangladesh, to Assam between January 1, 1966, and March […]
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India is poised to deliver its judgment this month on the contentious issue of the abrogation of Jammu and Kashmir’s special status under Article 370 of the Constitution. This landmark decision, awaited since the Union Government’s 2019 move to revoke the special status, will be pronounced by […]
