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.
Himachal Pradesh High Court Grants Right to Birth Registration for Children from Invalid Marriages
The Himachal Pradesh High Court ruled that children from invalid marriages have the right to birth registration, upholding their legal status under Section 16 of the Hindu Marriage Act.
Bombay High Court Orders Compensation for Wrongly Accused Man, Cites Overcrowded Jails
The court highlights the issue of overcrowded jails and curtailed liberty.
“Betrayal of Trust”: Allahabad HC Denies Bail to Ex-Cop in Bikru Ambush Case
Allahabad High Court rejects bail to ex-cop Krishna Kumar Sharma in the Bikru ambush case on the ground that his betrayal of trust resulted in the death of eight Policemen in 2020.
Gujarat HC Unveils Comprehensive Healthcare Initiative for Judiciary Members
The Gujarat High Court has initiated free medical care for its judges and staff with tie-ups in seven hospitals offering specialty and super-specialty services.
“Delhi High Court Rules Baseless Allegations Against Arbitrator as Contempt of Court”?
Delhi High Court recently ruled that baseless allegations against an arbitrator amount to contempt of court. This decision underscores the importance of protecting the integrity of the arbitration process, which serves as an alternative to traditional civil courts