ARTICLE 21 RIGHT TO DIE WITH DIGNITY
Passive Euthanasia
Mar 16, 2026·1 min
Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi Declares 2558 Crore Assets, 374 Crore Annual Income In Rajya Sabha Affidavit
Senior Advocate ABHISHEK MANU SINGHVI declares RS 2558 CRORE in assets and RS 374 CRORE...
Mar 9, 2026·4 min
TRAI's Crackdown on Spam Calls and AI-Driven Telemarketing
TRAI intensifies crackdown on spam calls and AI-driven telemarketing. Learn about digital consent, DLT, and...
Mar 9, 2026·4 min
Non-Parties Beware: Supreme Court Rules Third Parties Liable for Contempt if They Knowingly Aid Disobedience of Orders
The Supreme Court clarifies that non-parties can be held liable for contempt of court if...
Mar 3, 2026·5 min
High Court’s Contempt Power Not Lost Even if Supreme Court Affirms Order: SC Clarifies 'Doctrine of Merger'
The Supreme Court clarifies that High Courts do not lose contempt jurisdiction under the Doctrine...
Mar 3, 2026·4 min
Supreme Court Flags Trial Court for Citing AI-Generated 'Fake' Judgments: "It is Misconduct, Not a Mere Error"
Supreme Court of India terms the use of AI-generated fake judgments by a trial court...
Mar 3, 2026·5 min
Bombay HC Upholds Maternity Pay for Contract Doctors, Rejects Career vs. Motherhood Choice
The BOMBAY HIGH COURT rules that working women, including contract employees, cannot be denied maternity...
Feb 28, 2026·4 min
Child Custody Disputes: Himachal Pradesh High Court Declines Habeas Corpus Plea by Father; Says 'Guardian Court' is the Right Remedy
Himachal Pradesh High Court dismisses a father's Habeas Corpus plea for child custody, ruling that...
Feb 26, 2026·5 min
"Strikes at the Root of Public Conscience": Punjab & Haryana HC Denies Bail in Brutal 2021 Honour Killing Case
Stay updated on the Punjab and Haryana High Court's latest ruling on honour killings. Justice...
Feb 26, 2026·4 min
No Legal Vacuum: Labour Courts Retain Power Until New Tribunals Are Formed, Rules Karnataka High Court
The Karnataka High Court rules that Labour Courts and Industrial Tribunals retain jurisdiction under the...
Feb 26, 2026·4 min
Gauhati High Court Issues Notice to CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Over Alleged 'Hate Speech' PIL: A Detailed Breakdown
The Gauhati High Court issues notice to Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma over a PIL...
Feb 26, 2026·5 min
Marketing Labels vs. Reality: Supreme Court Rules Rooh Afza is a 'Fruit Drink' for Tax Purposes
The Supreme Court has ruled that Rooh Afza is a 'fruit drink' for tax purposes,...
Feb 26, 2026·5 min
Document Not Traceable in Public Records? It Doesn't Automatically Mean It's Forged: Supreme Court on Section 464 IPC
The Supreme Court rules that a document isn't "forged" under Section 464 IPC just because...
Feb 26, 2026·4 min
Supreme Court Issues Landmark Nationwide Directions to Expand and Reform Open Prisons; Calls for Ending Discrimination Against Women Inmates
The Supreme Court issues landmark directions to expand Open Correctional Institutions (open prisons) across India....
Feb 26, 2026·5 min
Non-Recovery of Murder Weapon Not Fatal to Prosecution’s Case if Credible Evidence Exists: Supreme Court
Supreme Court rules that non-recovery of a murder weapon is not fatal to a prosecution...
Feb 26, 2026·4 min
SC Slams ‘Consider Jurisprudence’: Courts Must Grant Relief Instead of Endless Remands
The Supreme Court has cautioned High Courts against repeatedly sending disputes back to authorities without...
Feb 25, 2026·2 min
SC Initiates Suo Motu Action Over NCERT Textbook: “Judiciary Cannot Be Defamed”
The Chief Justice objected to Class 8 material discussing “corruption in judiciary” and ordered suo...
Feb 25, 2026·3 min
Supreme Court Disapproves High Courts Granting Interim Relief After Rejecting Writ Petitions
The Court says once a writ is declined due to alternate remedy, interim protection cannot...
Feb 25, 2026·2 min
Supreme Court Stays Criminal Case Against Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Over ED Summons
The Court pauses prosecution for alleged non-compliance with PMLA summons and questions the ED’s litigation...
Feb 25, 2026·2 min
Supreme Court Upholds BNSS Provision Allowing Judges To Head Prosecution Wing
Court rejects separation-of-powers challenge and clarifies Sessions Judges can be eligible for prosecution posts —...
Feb 25, 2026·3 min
Supreme Court Warns Ministers: Targeting Communities in Speech or Art Violates Constitution
The Court emphasises fraternity as a constitutional value and says even public figures cannot vilify...
Feb 25, 2026·3 min
Only 'Actual Custody' Counts for Police Remand Under Section 187 BNSS; Interim Bail Period Excluded: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court clarifies Section 187 BNSS! Only actual days in jail count toward...
Feb 25, 2026·5 min
Police Cannot Register FIR for Non-Cognizable Offence by Masking it as a 'Second Complaint': Karnataka High Court
Learn why the Karnataka High Court quashed an FIR registered after an NCR was already...
Feb 25, 2026·5 min
Right to Speedy Trial Overpowers UAPA: Kerala High Court Grants Bail to Alleged LTTE Operative After 4 Years
The Kerala High Court grants bail to an alleged LTTE operative in an NIA terror...
Feb 25, 2026·5 min
Intent Matters: Gujarat High Court Converts Murder Conviction to Culpable Homicide; Sets Important Precedent on Dying Declarations
Gujarat High Court modifies murder conviction to culpable homicide. Read how the court interpreted dying...
Feb 25, 2026·4 min
Rights Over Power: Madras High Court Upholds ₹5 Lakh Compensation for Victim of Police Brutality
The Madras High Court upholds ₹5 lakh compensation for a victim of police brutality, emphasizing...
Feb 25, 2026·3 min
Right to Dissent or Campus Discipline? Delhi High Court Issues Notice on One-Month Ban on Protests at Delhi University
Stay updated on the Delhi High Court's latest move regarding the Delhi University protest ban....
Feb 25, 2026·4 min
Additional Evidence U/S 391 CrPC Must Be Allowed to Prevent Failure of Justice: Telangana High Court
The Telangana High Court rules that additional evidence under Section 391 CrPC must be allowed...
Feb 25, 2026·5 min
Madras HC: State Cannot Perpetuate Caste Through Temple Invitations
Court rules government authorities cannot issue temple festival invitations reinforcing caste hierarchy. Judgment strengthens constitutional morality...
Feb 20, 2026·2 min
“Travesty Of Justice”: SC Suspends Murder Sentence Over 10-Year Appeal Delay
Supreme Court rules that prolonged delay in hearing criminal appeals justifies suspension of sentence even...
Feb 20, 2026·3 min
SC Rejects Plea To Ban Mosques Named After Babur Across India
Court declines to entertain sweeping PIL seeking nationwide prohibition; says judiciary cannot police historical or...
Feb 20, 2026·2 min
SC Slams Andhra Police Over “Politician Nexus”, Questions Lax Probe Against YSRCP MLC
Supreme Court expresses serious concern over investigation lapses in murder case involving a ruling party...
Feb 20, 2026·2 min
SC Flags Green Cover As Key To Clean Air, Calls For Long-Term Solutions To Delhi Pollution
Supreme Court emphasises tree plantation and ecological planning as sustainable answers to Delhi’s air crisis....
Feb 20, 2026·2 min
SC Declines To Enter Flex-Board Ban Row In Kerala, Says Matter Lies With Local Authorities
Supreme Court refuses to entertain PIL seeking action against illegal hoardings and flex boards across...
Feb 20, 2026·2 min
Supreme Court: Judgments Must Address All Issues, Not Just One Winning Point
Top Court cautions against “shortcut adjudication” in trial and appellate decisions. Ruling stresses that courts must...
Feb 20, 2026·2 min
Allahabad HC Halts CLAT 2026 Merit List Overhaul, Grants Relief To NLUs Consortium
Division Bench stays single-judge direction to completely revise CLAT-UG 2026 rankings. Court signals caution against large-scale...
Feb 20, 2026·2 min
SC Steps In: Judicial Officers To Oversee Bengal Voter Roll Revision Amid ECI–State Clash
Supreme Court invokes extraordinary powers to restore neutrality in West Bengal electoral roll revision. Judicial...
Feb 20, 2026·3 min
Personality Rights vs. Free Speech: Delhi High Court Seeks Details in Baba Ramdev’s Plea Against X Corp and Others
Delhi High Court hears Baba Ramdev's plea for personality rights protection against X Corp and...
Feb 17, 2026·4 min
Mere Possession Of Bank Stationery Without Proof Of Harm Is Not Misconduct: Calcutta High Court Orders Reinstatement Of Bank Employee
The Calcutta High Court orders Bank of Baroda to reinstate an employee, ruling that mere...
Feb 17, 2026·4 min
Accusing Wife of Extra-Marital Affair Without Proof is Mental Cruelty: Karnataka High Court Denies Divorce to Husband
The Karnataka High Court rules that accusing a wife of an extra-marital affair without proof...
Feb 17, 2026·4 min
Right To Travel Not Absolute In Economic Offences: Calcutta High Court Refuses To Quash LOC Against Ex-Pharma Employee In ₹1,300 Crore SFIO Probe
Calcutta High Court denies relief to an ex-pharma employee in a ₹1,300 crore SFIO probe....
Feb 17, 2026·4 min
Substance Over Form: Rajasthan High Court Rules That ‘Clever Drafting’ Cannot Bypass Bar on Second Revision Petitions
The Rajasthan High Court dismisses an NI Act plea, ruling that a second revision petition...
Feb 17, 2026·5 min
Right to be Considered for Promotion is a Fundamental Right: Madras High Court Reiterates Constitutional Mandate
Madras High Court reiterates that the right to be considered for promotion is a fundamental...
Feb 17, 2026·5 min
Resignation Cannot Be Refused Due to Financial Crisis: Kerala High Court Rules Such Forced Work is 'Bonded Labour'
Kerala High Court rules that employers cannot reject an employee's resignation due to financial crisis...
Feb 17, 2026·4 min
Failure of Joint Real Estate Deal is a Civil Wrong, Not a Criminal Offence: Calcutta High Court Quashes FIR Against Landowners
Calcutta High Court quashes criminal case against landowners in a joint real estate deal, ruling...
Feb 17, 2026·4 min
SC Refuses to Interfere With Restrictions on Missionaries Entering Tribal Villages in Chhattisgarh
Court declines challenge to State measures regulating religious entry in sensitive tribal regions; says authorities...
Feb 17, 2026·2 min
Karnataka High Court Quashes Defamation Case Against Rahul Gandhi Over “40% Commission” Ads
Court holds political campaign speech falls within democratic free speech; criminal defamation cannot stifle electoral...
Feb 17, 2026·2 min
SC Questions CBI Over Pursuing Elderly Convicts in Deoghar Fodder Scam Case
Court notes age of accused while hearing challenge to Lalu Prasad Yadav’s bail; signals proportionality...
Feb 17, 2026·2 min
SC Questions Fresh Hate-Speech Guidelines: “Origin of Speech Is Thought — How Do You Control It?
Court reluctant to frame new norms, says responsibility lies with political actors and constitutional morality,...
Feb 17, 2026·3 min
Supreme Court Flags ‘Alarming’ Use of AI in Petitions After Fake Judgments Surface
CJI Surya Kant warns lawyers against blindly relying on AI tools; Court stresses duty to...
Feb 17, 2026·2 min