Legislative Enactments Cannot Constitute Contempt of Court: Supreme Court Reinforces Separation of Powers
Supreme Court holds that parliamentary actions can't constitute contempt of court, upholding the doctrine of separation of powers by closing Salwa Judum case and dismissing Chhattisgarh contempt petitions.
Supreme Court Doubles Alimony to ₹50,000, Rules Divorced Wife Entitled to Marriage-Era Living Standards
Supreme Court doubles divorced wife's alimony to ₹50,000 a month, ruling unmarried ex-wives are entitled to maintenance commensurate with their matrimonial lifestyle and future security.
Mere Scolding Cannot Constitute Abetment to Suicide: Supreme Court Discharges Teacher
Supreme Court acquits teacher who had allegedly helped student commit suicide, holding that rebuking per se without criminal intent cannot constitute Section 306 IPC offense.
Supreme Court Emphasizes Women’s Representation Essential for Quality Judicial Decisions
Supreme Court upholds increased representation of women in judiciary enhances quality of decision-making, reinstates dismissed woman officer while stressing diversity's contribution towards effective dispensation of justice.
India’s Suspension of Indus Waters Treaty: Legal Grounds and Global Ramifications
Following the terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, the Government of India (GOI) initiated multiple countermeasures against Pakistan, notably suspending the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) of 1960. This decision, conditional upon Pakistan ceasing support for cross-border terrorism, has drawn international attention. Pakistan
Duterte in ICC Custody for Drug War Killings
ICC arrests former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte for crimes against humanity over deadly drug war. He awaits trial in The Hague.
Supreme Court: NDPS Offence Stands Even If Substance Is Not in NDPS Rules Schedule
Supreme Court holds that possession of Buprenorphine Hydrochloride is punishable under NDPS Act, even if not listed in NDPS Rules Schedule I.
Supreme Court to Hear Challenges to Election Commissioners’ Law on May 14
The bench agreed to reschedule the matter and canceled a special bench matter scheduled for May 14 to hear the plea.
Supreme Court Rules Writ Petition Under Article 32 Cannot Be Used to Challenge Its Own Judgments
they cannot challenge a judgment directly under Article 32. This would create chaos and prevent the finality of judicial decisions.
State Rules Cannot Overrule Central Rules Under CST Act
The Court noted that the State Government cannot exceed its delegated authority by authorizing the cancellation of Form C
