Supreme Court Sets Clear Boundaries on FIR Admissibility After Informant’s Death
Supreme Court: FIRs by deceased informants inadmissible, unless death connected with case; IOs cannot prove contents of FIRs if informant died of natural causes. Key ruling recasts standards for evidence.
Calcutta HC Denies Time Extension in Ex-Medical College Principal’s Corruption Trial
Calcutta High Court said the trial time for former RG Kar Hospital principal in a corruption case cannot be extended, for Justice is more precious than claims of needing time for preparation.
Payment of Late Filing Penalty Doesn’t Shield from Criminal Prosecution: Karnataka High Court
The Karnataka High Court declared that any fees paid as a result of filing late tax returns is not a waiver of criminal proceedings. The prosecution under Income Tax Act of 1961 assumes a willful delay and it is for the assessee to
Delhi Court Orders FIR Against Police Officers in Riot Case, Directs Complaint Against BJP Leader to MP/MLA Court
Delhi Court directs FIR against cops for alleged brutality during 2020 riots; directs complaint against BJP's Kapil Mishra to MP/MLA court over charges of communal violence.
Supreme Court Clarifies ‘Common Intention’ Standard in Criminal Cases, Emphasizes Need for Pre-planned Action
Section 34 of the Indian Penal Code sees common intention established, not through mere presence or mere participation, but tangible proof must be brought to prove certainly of overt acts in furtherance of such common intent on the part of the accused. From
Supreme Court Reconsiders Mandatory Legal Practice Rule for Civil Judge Appointments
The Supreme Court has awakened from the slumber of its 2002 judgment on judicial appointments and is now contemplating a restoration of the mandatory law practice requirement for civil judges against the backdrop of growing worries about inexperienced judges in the lower courts.
Bombay High Court Slams Authorities Over Uncontrolled Air Pollution in Mumbai
The ineffective air pollution control of the authorities in Mumbai bothers the Bombay High Court. There has been an accusation towards the development points being covered as well as through the rash and direct extirpation of bakery 'bhattis' - what to speak of
Supreme Court Quashes Abetment of Suicide Case Against Mother Who Advised Son’s Lover
In a subtle interpretation of law, the Supreme Court acquitted the mother from criminal charges who asked her son's lover to take her life if she could not live without him, as according to them her words did not amount to an offense
Supreme Court Likely to Consolidate CLAT 2025 Challenges Under Punjab & Haryana High Court
Supreme Court to transfer all CLAT 2025 result challenges to Punjab & Haryana High Court for unified handling, in view of its high rates of efficient disposal and the need for expeditious resolution.
New FIR Provisions Under BNSS: Gaps in Victim-Centric Approach Raise Concerns
The new FIR provisions being proposed and mentioned in BNSS's drafts warrant attention since the very definition of either "informant or victim" could limit access for victims to receive copies of FIR and thus hinder their effective participation in criminal proceedings.
