Supreme Court Controversy: Radheshyam Bhagwandas Shah’s Plea Challenging Judicial Impropriety
Introduction: Radheshyam Bhagwandas Shah, a convict in the notorious Bilkis Bano gangrape case, has stirred fresh controversy by moving a plea before the Supreme Court. He contests the January 8 judgment which revoked his remission and that of ten others, labeling it as
Supreme Court Dismisses PIL Seeking Digital Monitoring of MPs/MLAs
Introduction: On March 1, the Supreme Court of India dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) petition that aimed to digitally monitor the activities of Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in an effort to ensure transparency and prevent corruption.
Supreme Court Acquits Accused in Kidnapping Case: Analysis of Legal Ruling
Introduction: In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India acquitted an accused individual charged under Section 364A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), pertaining to kidnapping for ransom. The decision stemmed from the prosecution’s failure to establish a crucial aspect of the
Section 37 of NDPS Act, does not fetter grant of bail, if undue delay of trial: Delhi HC
Issue:- The court was deciding the grant of bail to 2 persons who were caught with 12 kg of cannabis each. Analysis:– It was observed by the Delhi HC that, as per section 37 of the NDPS act, there are stringent tests for
Supreme Court to Address Alleged Discrimination Against Specially-Abled Passengers at Airports
Introduction: Arushi Singh, a specially-abled woman, has taken her grievance of alleged humiliation at Kolkata airport to the Supreme Court. Singh, a law graduate, recounts an incident where she was repeatedly asked to stand during security screening despite her disability. The insensitivity displayed
Delhi High Court Upholds Delhi Medical Council’s Mandate on Doctor Registration: Legal Implications Explored
Introduction: The recent decision by the Delhi High Court regarding the mandate issued by the Delhi Medical Council (DMC) has sparked discussions on the regulatory framework governing medical practitioners in the national capital. In the case of Dr. Namit Gupta v Delhi Medical
Cant differentiate between permanent and contractual employees on the issue of maternity benefits: Calcutta HC
Issue: A plea was filed by the petitioner who had been appointed as the executive intern at the RBI. The period of the same was for 3 three years from 2011. She had challenged the failure on the part of the bank to
The response of ED to AAP leader Sanjay Singh has been sought by the SC
On Monday, the SC had sought the response from the Enforcement Directorate’s response to Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh. The bench comprised of Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Dutta had issued notice in the special leave petition that was filed by Sanjay
Supreme Court’s Examination of Google PIN in Bail Orders: A Privacy Concern
Introduction: The Supreme Court of India has recently issued notice to Google India Private Limited concerning the utilization of Google PIN in the context of bail conditions requiring accused individuals to share their live mobile location with investigating officers. The Court’s inquiry stems
Supreme Court Affirms Right to Property for Non-Citizens in Enemy Property Case
Introduction: In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India delivered a significant judgment regarding the right to property, specifically in the context of enemy properties under the Enemy Property Act, 1968. The bench, comprising Justices BV Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan, made observations
