Supreme Court Directs Delhi Police to Expedite Appeals Against Acquittals in 1984 Anti-Sikh Riots Cases
The riots, described as one of the darkest chapters in the community history of India, resulted in significant violence and loss, leaving deep scars within the SIJ community. Many families have waited justice and expressed their frustration for the lack of perceived responsibility
High Court of Calcutta: AO must address the advisor’s objections before the reassessment
The High Court of Calcutta has argued that it is the duty of the evaluation officer (AO) to get rid of the written objection presented by the advisor for reassessment.
Supreme Court: Writing courts can reject reparation for technical violations to guarantee justice
This judgment can significantly influence how High Courts approach their constitutional mandate, especially in cases where strict adherence to legal procedures might not serve the interests of justice.
The Supreme Court applies strict scrutiny for the application of the Gangsters UP law
ourt emphasized that article 21 of the Constitution cannot be ignored solely based on the registration of a criminal offense. In addition, he ruled that the authorities cannot receive discretion without restrictions in invoking the strict provisions of the law.
SC: The repeal law does not need presidential assent, contrary to the Karnataka HC ruling.
The Supreme Court ruled that repealing a law does not require presidential approval, even if the original law had it, overturning Karnataka HC's ruling on the Motorized Vehicle Tax Law of 2003.
SC quashes conviction as appellant married victim; unique case circumstances.
SC quashes conviction due to appellant marrying victim; unique case circumstances cited under Article 142.
Calcutta HC criticizes Bengal for inaction on contaminated IV fluids, orders probe.
Calcutta High Court criticizes Bengal for not stopping contaminated IV fluids use.
Family Court lacks authority for extramarital paternity claims; civil court jurisdiction.
SC rules Family Court lacks jurisdiction over paternity claims from extramarital affairs; such cases must go to civil court.
Karkardooma court orders FIR against police for forced singing.
Karkardooma court orders FIR against Jyoti Nagar SHO for hate crime during Delhi 2020 riots; directs victim to approach Special Court for Kapil Mishra.
Interim orders affecting substantial rights and causing prejudice are appealable.
decision clarifies that not all intermediate orders are appealable, only those that significantly affect the rights and liabilities of the parties involved.
