Petition Against Justice Yashwant Varma: A Call for Accountability
a petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against Justice Yashwant Varma, a sitting judge of the Delhi High Court. This action arises from the alleged discovery of a substantial amount of unaccounted
Supreme Court Ruling on Delay in Eyewitness Testimonies
Supreme Court of India clarified that a delay in recording an eyewitness's testimony does not automatically undermine the prosecution's case, provided the delay is adequately justified.
Supreme Court refuses to request Bharath Hindu Munnani to protest in Thiruparakundram
Supreme Court rejected a special holiday petition (SLP) filed by Bharath Hindu Munnani, who was looking for permission for a protest procession in Thiruparakundram in Madurai.
Supreme Court Issues Notice to CBIC on Rectification of GST Errors
The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the CBIC regarding the denial of rectification requests for bonafide errors in GSTR-1 filings under the CGST Act after the deadline lapses.
Legal and Ethical Implications of Lawyers’ Personal Beliefs in Custodial Death Cases
Examining the ethical dilemmas lawyers face when their personal beliefs influence their approach to custodial death cases
Supreme Court Upholds Settlement Deed as Gift, Declares Revocation Invalid
Supreme Court rules that a settlement deed with life interest qualifies as a gift and cannot be revoked unilaterally by the donor.
Supreme Court Allows Reconstruction of Illegally Demolished Houses
Supreme Court permits rebuilding of houses demolished by UP authorities without due process. Court criticizes hasty action.
Supreme Court Scrutinizes Arbitrary Property Demolition in Controversial Maharashtra Case
Supreme Court halts mass demolition by Maharashtra municipal council, sends notice to challenge alleged abuse of property rights and due process rules.
Supreme Court Tightens Rules on Recording Lawyer Appearances in Court Proceedings
Supreme Court restricts recorded appearances to attorneys present in court and arguing before the court, eliminating pages-long rolls and ensuring proper validation of legal representation.
Advocate’s Right to Appear Linked to Duty to Attend Court: Supreme Court
Supreme Court rules that an advocate’s right to appear includes duty to attend hearings; cautions against AORs acting as mere name lenders.
