The Madhya Pradesh High Court refused to recognise an alleged triple talaq divorce, observing that courts cannot validate a practice declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court of India in Shayara Bano v. Union of India, while calling the husband’s plea “vexatious and frivolous”.
The Supreme Court of India observed that if every religious practice or ritual is challenged before constitutional courts, it could lead to excessive litigation, weakening religions and affecting India’s civilizational fabric, while stressing that religion remains deeply connected with the country’s social structure.
The Supreme Court of India appointed former Chief Justice D. Y. Chandrachud as mediator in the high-profile Sona Group family trust dispute involving late businessman Sunjay Kapur’s estate. A Bench comprising Justices J. B. Pardiwala and Ujjal Bhuyan directed all parties to pursue an amicable settlement through mediation.
CJI Surya Kant Speaking at the 8th Dinkar Memorial Lecture organised by Respect India expressed concern over growing reports of artificial intelligence systems showing bias against poor and vulnerable communities, stressing that equality, dignity, and fairness remain essential pillars of a humane and balanced society.
