Legislative Enactments Cannot Constitute Contempt of Court: Supreme Court Reinforces Separation of Powers
Supreme Court holds that parliamentary actions can't constitute contempt of court, upholding the doctrine of separation of powers by closing Salwa Judum case and dismissing Chhattisgarh contempt petitions.
Supreme Court Doubles Alimony to ₹50,000, Rules Divorced Wife Entitled to Marriage-Era Living Standards
Supreme Court doubles divorced wife's alimony to ₹50,000 a month, ruling unmarried ex-wives are entitled to maintenance commensurate with their matrimonial lifestyle and future security.
Mere Scolding Cannot Constitute Abetment to Suicide: Supreme Court Discharges Teacher
Supreme Court acquits teacher who had allegedly helped student commit suicide, holding that rebuking per se without criminal intent cannot constitute Section 306 IPC offense.
Labour Postpones Women’s Conference Following Supreme Court’s Biological Sex Definition Ruling
Labour delays Women's Conference following Supreme Court ruling that defined woman on biological sex, which has raised controversy about trans participation and requirements for legality.
Supreme Court Emphasizes Women’s Representation Essential for Quality Judicial Decisions
Supreme Court upholds increased representation of women in judiciary enhances quality of decision-making, reinstates dismissed woman officer while stressing diversity's contribution towards effective dispensation of justice.
Supreme Court Adjourns Adivasi Killing Case, Cites Ongoing Peace Process in Chhattisgarh
Supreme Court postpones Adivasi murder case to prevent interference with Chhattisgarh peace initiative, as SG alleges petitioner submitted false affidavits to demoralize security personnel.
DMK Challenges Waqf Amendment Act in Supreme Court, Claims Violation of Muslim Rights
DMK goes to Supreme Court with Waqf Amendment Act, accusing it of undermining the basic rights of Indian Muslims. The bill was previously asked to be withdrawn by the Tamil Nadu Assembly.
Supreme Court Halts Hyderabad Tree Felling, Warns Officials of Personal Liability
Supreme Court stops wholesale tree cutting in Hyderabad's Kancha Gachibowli zone, seeks Telangana officials to explain and threatens personal liability for non-compliance.
PMMY: A Powerful Tool for Women’s Financial Independence
SBI report shows PMMY empowers women through 68% of women account holders, increased loan sizes, and steep rises in women's deposits across various social groups nationwide.
Supreme Court Orders ₹10 Lakh Compensation for Illegal Home Demolitions, Calls Actions “Inhumane”
Supreme Court directs Rs 10 lakh compensation to victims of illegal house demolition in Prayagraj, holds authorities guilty of violating constitutional rights and due process.
