Supreme Court Questions Limited Maternity Benefits for Adoptive Parents
While the Supreme Court has asked the government to give valid reasons for discriminatory maternity benefits to the adoptive parents, the behind-the-scene rationale is not found satisfactory as it should treat all parents equally.
Kerala HC Directs To Dolly Services At Sabarimala For Safety
a bamboo device used by devotees to carry passengers during the sacred pilgrimage to Sabarimala, is a vital service.
Allahabad HC Upholds Acquittal Of 6, Holds Prosecution Must Prove Case Beyond Reasonable Doubt
Allahabad HC upholds the acquittal, reiterating that the prosecution has to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt and not merely a probability of guilt. Emphasizes rigorous judicial scrutiny in criminal trials.
Supreme Court Seeks Government Response on Mandatory Age-Checks at Liquor Shops
Supreme Court asks Central and State governments to address plea on enforcing age-verification at liquor shops to curb underage drinking and reduce DUI cases.
CJIs remarks on the Krishna Iyer doctrine were objected to by Justices Nagarathna and Dhulia
It was said that the decision must be read in light of that time's social, cultural, and political background.
Supreme Court Upholds Uttar Pradesh Madarsa Act, Ensures Substantive Equality for Minorities
The Supreme Court upheld the Uttar Pradesh Madarsa Act, promoting educational equality for minorities. The Act regulates Madarsa standards and secures minority rights through positive secularism.
“Protect Elephants or Lose Them Forever, Kerala HC Warns in Landmark Ruling”
Kerala High Court warned that the captive elephants would disappear without urgent protection and future generations would see them only in museums, like extinct dinosaurs.
Supreme Court Judge Advocates Judicial Activism on Climate Change Challenges
Supreme Court judge urges courts to adopt innovative interpretations of the law that can meet the challenges climate change throws up. Suggests need for eco-centric approach and recognizing climate change as a fundamental rights issue.
The goal of the courts must be to eliminate obstacles that people with disabilities encounter: Language Testing for Speech and Hearing Impaired Engineers Is Offered by Madras HC
The Madras High Court has underlined its duty to remove the barriers that regularly face those with impairments.
Delhi High Court: The Employer’s Severe Behaviour Is Not A Reason To Prosecute Him For The Employee’s Death
Unless the employer has criminal intent, the Court noted, decisions made while carrying out his obligations may cause the employee hardship, but this does not constitute aiding and abetting suicide.
