SC Examines Controversial Speech by Justice Yadav at VHP Event
The Supreme Court is reviewing Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav's controversial speech at a VHP event for alleged communal remarks.
Supreme Court Criticizes Delhi Forest Department Over Green Cover Inaction
Supreme Court pulls up Delhi Forest Department for inaction on green cover enhancement. Court proposes appointing an external agency to address the issue.
Punjab & Haryana HC Confirms Death Sentence for 3-Year-Old’s Rapist-Murderer
The Punjab & Haryana High Court confirmed the death sentence of a man convicted for raping and murdering a 3-year-old girl in 2018. A division bench of Justice Sureshwar Thakur and Justice Sudeepti Sharma upheld the trial court’s February order, deeming it a
Rajasthan HC Demands Action on Lack of Hygienic Public Toilets for Women
Rajasthan High Court addresses poor public toilet facilities for women, urging governments to take immediate action to protect health and dignity.
Supreme Court Denies SC Status to Christian Woman Claiming Hindu Identity for Job
The Supreme Court ruled against granting SC status to a Christian woman seeking benefits under Hindu reservation policies, citing lack of genuine belief.
Patna High Court Releases Man Convicted Under Wrong POCSO Provision
Patna High Court released a rape convict after ruling that the trial court applied the wrong POCSO provision. Compensation to the victim was enhanced.
Supreme Court Disposes SLP on Child-Care Leave for Mothers of Differently-Abled Children in Himachal Pradesh
The Supreme Court disposed of an SLP after Himachal Pradesh notified childcare leave for mothers of differently-abled children under amended rules.
Supreme Court Seeks SCBA’s Input on Guidelines for Advocates to Curb False Statements
The Supreme Court calls on SCBA to help draft guidelines ensuring Advocates-on-Record avoid false statements in court petitions. Hearing scheduled for December 6.
Bombay High Court Grants Bail to Man in Minor’s Rape Case, Citing Poverty and Family Intentions
Bombay High Court grants bail to a man accused of raping his minor fiancé, considering poverty and familial intentions to marry soon as mitigating factors.
Delhi Court Denies Prosecution of Amanatullah Khan in Money Laundering Case Due to Missing Sanction
A Delhi court recently declined to take cognizance of a supplementary prosecution complaint filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Amanatullah Khan in a money laundering case. Special Judge Jitendra Singh cited the absence of mandatory government sanction
