In a recent pronouncement, the Supreme Court underscored the critical necessity for defendants to furnish meticulous paragraph-wise responses to the assertions delineated in the plaintiff’s claim. This judicial decree, unveiled on a solemn Monday, March 4th, stands as a formidable reminder of the legal obligations enshrined within the procedural framework. Echoing the tenets enshrined in …
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has asserted the paramount importance of a child’s welfare over personal laws or statutes. The court, in a case where a father contested the custody of his minor daughter against her aunt, ruled in favor of the aunt, emphasizing the welfare of the child as the guiding principle. …
Child Welfare Prevails: Supreme Court Upholds Aunt’s Custody Despite Father’s Resistance Read More »
In a recent rebuke, the Supreme Court conveyed its frustration towards its Registry for failing to execute a specific directive: the drawing of a decree of divorce. This directive, crucial for the closure of over ten proceedings resolved through mutual consent, remained unheeded for a staggering period of over five months. The Court’s dismay was …
Justice Delayed: Supreme Court Lambasts Registry Over Long-Delayed Divorce Decree Read More »
In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court reiterated a fundamental legal principle: evidence presented in a trial must align with the pleadings. The court’s pronouncement came in response to a case where evidence beyond the scope of the pleadings was introduced. The court emphasized, “There is no quarrel with the proposition of law that no …
Legal Boundary: Supreme Court Emphasizes Evidence Within Pleadings Read More »
In a recent pronouncement, the Supreme Court of India expounded on the nuanced application of Section 319 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), emphasizing that it transcends mere prima facie evidence. This pivotal legal provision empowers courts to proceed against individuals suspected of offenses, even if not initially charged. A Division Bench, comprising Justices Satish …
Judicial Discretion Under Section 319 CrPC: A Nuanced Perspective Read More »
In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court has illuminated a path through the shadows of uncertainty surrounding the admissibility of dying declarations in criminal proceedings. Upholding the conviction of the accused, the apex court elucidated that a conviction can stand solely on the foundation of a dying declaration, provided it emanates the solemn aura of …
Judicial Confidence: Embracing the Power of Dying Declarations Read More »
In a decisive move, the Supreme Court has opted for prudence by calling upon a panel to deliberate the intricacies surrounding the establishment of zoos and safaris within the delicate confines of tiger reserves, national parks, and wildlife sanctuaries. This significant decision not only underscores the Court’s commitment to wildlife conservation but also acknowledges the …
In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court has emphasized the necessity for cautious and deliberate consideration when dealing with the recruitment processes implemented by recruitment agencies. The Court’s verdict, delivered on March 5th, underscores the importance of meticulous examination rather than hastened judgments in such matters. The case in question revolved around an appellant, a …
Proceeding with Prudence: Supreme Court’s Stance on Recruitment Agencies Read More »
In a seismic decision that reverberates through the corridors of power, the Supreme Court has delivered a resounding blow to the entrenched nexus of corruption plaguing the heart of Indian democracy. In a departure from a quarter-century-old precedent, the highest judicial authority has unequivocally declared that the cloak of parliamentary privilege shall no longer shield …
In a groundbreaking ruling, the Supreme Court asserted that the commission of a bribery offense is instantaneous upon the acceptance of illegal gratification, without dependence on the actual fulfillment of promised actions. A pivotal 7-judge Constitution Bench, led by the Chief Justice of India, dismantled the notion that legislative immunity shields lawmakers who accept bribes …
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