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In a recent development, the highest judicial authority of the land, the Supreme Court, has articulated its prerogative to intervene under Article 136 of the Constitution. This constitutional provision empowers the Court to rectify instances where an acquittal is founded upon irrelevant grounds, potentially leading to profound miscarriages of justice. The case in point, presided …

Supreme Court Asserts Authority to Rectify Miscarriage of Justice in Acquittals Read More »

In a recent judicial decision that stirred debate and scrutiny, the Supreme Court intervened in a contentious rape case, extinguishing the accusations levied against a man entangled in a complicated web of relations. Delving into the intricate nuances of the case, the Bench, consisting of Justices C.T. Ravikumar and Rajesh Bindal, meticulously dissected the narrative. …

Supreme Court Halts Rape Case: No Marriage Promise in Pre-Existing Relationship Read More »

In a decisive ruling, the Supreme Court has absolved the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) of any wrongdoing regarding the procurement of 7000 kilograms of cardamom in 2022 for the sacred Aravana Prasadam, an essential offering at the Sabarimala shrine. The Court rebuked the Kerala High Court for entertaining a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) initiated by …

Supreme Court Clears Travancore Devaswom Board of Wrongdoing in Aravana Prasadam Cardamom Sourcing Dispute Read More »

In a landmark verdict delivered on Thursday, the Supreme Court dismantled a criminal case lodged against a professor for voicing his dissent against the abrogation of Article 370, which he deemed a ‘Black Day’ for Jammu and Kashmir. The ruling, resonating with the essence of democracy, emphasized that the fabric of democracy cannot endure if …

Supreme Court Upholds Freedom of Expression in J&K Status Critique Case Read More »

In a recent pronouncement, the Supreme Court of India elucidated a fundamental principle in criminal jurisprudence: cooperation with an investigation does not entail self-incrimination. This critical ruling challenges a common misconception that an accused, while cooperating with authorities, is obligated to provide statements that may implicate themselves. The Court underscored that when an individual’s interim …

Supreme Court Upholds Rights: Cooperation with Investigation Doesn’t Imply Self-Incrimination Read More »

In a groundbreaking decision, the Supreme Court clarified that Article 20(1) of the Constitution does not hinder courts from imposing lighter penalties based on newly enacted laws post the offense’s occurrence. The verdict, delivered on Thursday, challenges conventional interpretations surrounding the retrospective application of criminal statutes. Article 20(1), rooted in the principle against retroactive enforcement …

New Ruling: Courts Can Impose Reduced Sentences Despite Article 20 Limitations Read More »

In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court has reinforced the compulsory nature of the directives outlined in the case of Mrs. Priyanka Srivastava & Anr. v. State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors. The bench comprising Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta underscored the significance of submitting affidavits alongside applications pursuant to Section 156(3) of the …

Supreme Court Upholds Mandatory Affidavit Requirement in Criminal Proceedings Read More »

In a resounding affirmation of democratic principles, the Supreme Court has underscored the vital need for law enforcement agencies to be thoroughly acquainted with the nuances of freedom of speech. Emphasizing the essence of democratic values, the apex court delivered a poignant observation. The case in question involved the dismissal of criminal charges against a …

Upholding Freedom: Supreme Court Urges Police Education on Democratic Values Read More »

In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court delivered a profound statement on the dynamics of consent within relationships, asserting that what begins as consensual may not remain so indefinitely. The decision came as the Court refused to quash an FIR filed against an accused individual, highlighting the nuanced complexities of interpersonal relationships. The case in …

The Shifting Sands of Consent: Supreme Court Stands Firm on Rape Case Read More »

In a recent verdict, the Supreme Court brought an end to a decades-old legal saga, dismissing a 22-year-old criminal case against an individual accused of abetting the suicide of a Scheduled Caste colleague. The accused, holding the position of District Savings Officer in Kannauj District, found himself entangled in the shadows of a troubling accusation. …

Work-Induced Despair: Supreme Court Dismisses SC/ST Act Case in Junior’s Suicide Read More »