Madras HC Demands Action on Alleged Misappropriation of Housing Funds, Orders TN Govt. to Submit Probe Status Report
The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to file a status report on a probe into allegations of misappropriation of funds for housing under the Central government’s Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY-G) and the State’s Chief Minister’s Solar Powered Green
Allahabad High Court Rules on Maintenance of Complaints Under Section 498-A IPC and Dowry Prohibition Act
Introduction: The Allahabad High Court recently rendered a significant judgment regarding the maintainability of complaints under Section 498-A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, particularly concerning second marriages. The court’s ruling, which arose from a plea challenging
Supreme Court Rebukes Government and Patanjali Over False COVID-19 Cure Claims
The Indian Supreme Court has criticised the government for not taking legal action against Patanjali Ayurved, a company that continues to make false claims in advertisements that its product can cure COVID-19. Justices Hima Kohli and Ahsanuddin Amanullah questioned the Centre’s lack of
Supreme Court Notice on Kerala High Court’s Recognition of Muslim Women’s Right to Khula
Introduction: The Supreme Court recently issued notice on a petition challenging a Kerala High Court judgment that affirmed Muslim women’s unconditional right to seek khula, a form of divorce under Muslim personal law. The petition, filed by Kerala Muslim Jamaat and a private
Arvind Kejriwal sent to judicial custody by Delhi court till 15th April
A Delhi court has sent the Delhi chief minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal to judicial custody, till 15th April concerning the Delhi excise policy case. The direction was passed by the special Rousse Avenue Court special judge, Kaveri Baweja An
Supreme Court Refers Kerala vs. Union of India Finance Dispute to Constitution Bench
Introduction: In a recent development, the Supreme Court has taken a significant step in the ongoing dispute between the State of Kerala and the Central government regarding financial autonomy. The court, comprising Justices Surya Kant and KV Viswanathan, has referred the matter to
Supreme court refuses to grant bail to police official accused of custodial death
Recently, the Supreme Court declined the bail of the police official accused of custodial death and held that a stricter approach would be adopted in the cases of custodial torture involving police officials. The bench comprising Justices Aniruddha Bose and Sanjay Kumar observed,
Supreme Court Orders comprehensive examination of Mines in Karnataka Districts to Address Environmental Concerns
The Supreme Court has ordered the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests in Karnataka to conduct a comprehensive examination and survey of Category A/B/C mines in Bellary, Chitradurga, and Tumkur, including mines for which rehabilitation and reclamation (R&R) plans have not been submitted or
Himachal Pradesh High Court Advocates for Sustainable Tourism through Waste Management Charges
Introduction: In a recent development, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has proposed the imposition of solid waste management charges on tourists entering the state. This recommendation stems from a case titled Suleman And Others vs. Union Of India And Others. The Court, comprising
Delhi High Court Mandates Accessibility Guidelines for Cinema to Benefit Visually and Hearing Impaired Individuals
Introduction: In a significant move aimed at enhancing accessibility for visually and hearing impaired individuals, the Delhi High Court has directed the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) to establish comprehensive guidelines for making cinema more inclusive. Justice Prathiba M Singh emphasized
