In a recent landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of India has raised significant concerns regarding the absence of a designated authority within High Courts to address doubts and grievances of candidates appearing for judicial services examinations. Drawing upon the findings of the Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy’s report titled “Discretion & Delay: Challenges of Becoming …
In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court has adopted a nuanced stance on the three-month time limit stipulated in Section 14(3) of the Juvenile Justice (Care & Protection) Act, 2015, pertaining to the assessment of juveniles’ mental and physical capacity to commit serious offenses. The Court emphasized that while Section 14(3) sets a timeframe for …
Flexible Approach Embraced by Supreme Court Regarding Juvenile Justice Act Time Limits Read More »
In a recent judicial showdown concerning the ousting of elected officials from certain local municipalities in Maharashtra, the Supreme Court delivered a resolute verdict, asserting that those chosen by the people at the grassroots level of governance couldn’t be ousted at the whims of bureaucrats or their political overlords. Dismissing disqualification orders issued in 2015 …
In a recent ruling by the Supreme Court, the contentious issue of “Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS)” took center stage amidst a custody battle between a estranged couple. This syndrome, the Court elucidated, involves one parent fostering animosity towards the other parent in the child’s mind, swaying the child’s preference during custody disputes. The Court, drawing …
Reconsidering Custody: Supreme Court Deliberates ‘Parental Alienation Phenomenon Read More »
In a judicial saga poised to reshape debt recovery dynamics, the Supreme Court has steered a contentious question towards a landmark juncture. The central inquiry revolves around the retrieval of debts that have languished beyond the confines of legal time constraints under the Limitation Act 1963. However, the intrigue deepens as the Court embarks on …
New Perspective on Debt Retrieval: Supreme Court’s Verdict Echoes Legal Nuances Read More »
In a poignant turn of events, the highest court of the land, the Supreme Court, has granted Abbas Ansari, an incarcerated MLA, the opportunity to virtually participate in the solemn commemoration marking the 40th day since the passing of his father, Mukhtar Ansari. Following a compassionate stance, the Bench comprising Justices Surya Kant and KV …
Virtual Solace: Supreme Court Grants Abbas Ansari Access to Father’s Ceremony Read More »
A recent ruling by the Supreme Court has shed light on a nuanced aspect of property law, emphasizing the enduring relevance of the Lis Pendens doctrine even in contexts where the Transfer of Property Act’s Section 52 might not be directly applicable. The bench, comprising Justices Sudhanshu Dhulia and PB Varale, elucidated that the absence …
New Perspective on Property Law Emerges from Supreme Court Verdict Read More »
In a recent judicial decree, the Supreme Court has wielded its authority, affirming the imperative of adhering to prescribed time limits for processing and disbursing refunds under Section 38 of the Delhi Value Added Tax Act of 2004. With eloquent precision, the bench comprising Justices PS Narasimha and PB Varale emphasized the mandatory nature of …
Supreme Court Enforces Timely Refunds in Delhi VAT Act Case Read More »
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has highlighted a crucial aspect concerning pregnancies surpassing the 24-week mark. The verdict underscores the necessity for a comprehensive evaluation of the physical and mental well-being of the pregnant individual, irrespective of the absence of significant fetal abnormalities. Crafted by a bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, …
In a landmark decision reverberating through legal corridors, the Supreme Court, in its recent ruling, elucidated the critical role of interviews in evaluating candidates for judicial roles. Upholding the constitutionality of minimum qualifying marks in viva voce tests for District Judiciary appointments in Bihar and Gujarat, the Bench underscored that a high score in written …
Supreme Verdict: Interview Vital to Assess Judicial Merit Beyond Written Scores Read More »
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