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In a legal saga unfolding at the highest echelons of India’s judiciary, the Supreme Court has steered Kerala’s challenge against the Union of India’s imposition of borrowing limits to a pivotal juncture. On Monday, the 5-judge Constitution Bench, invoked under Article 145(3) of the Constitution, was tasked with unraveling the complex web of constitutional principles …

Constitutional Conundrum: Kerala’s Battle for Borrowing Autonomy Referred to Supreme Court’s Constitution Bench, Interim Relief Denied Read More »

In a pivotal decision addressing concerns over iron ore mining in Karnataka, the Supreme Court has issued directives compelling the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests in Karnataka to conduct an exhaustive examination and survey of Category A/B/C mines situated in Bellary, Chitradurga, and Tumkur. These directives specifically target mines lacking submitted or approved data regarding …

Supreme Court Mandates Probe into Karnataka Mines: Rehabilitation Plans Under Scrutiny Read More »

The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Jammu, in a recent order dated March 28, 2024, addressed a significant issue concerning the professional conduct of lawyers handling compensation claims. The bench, presided over by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Dhar, dealt with a writ petition seeking the release of compensation awarded by the Lok Adalat to the petitioner, which had been unduly withheld due to a dispute over legal fees.

In a significant move, the Supreme Court has taken a firm stance regarding bail in cases of custodial death where police officers are implicated. This decision comes as a response to the gravity and seriousness of such alleged offenses. The Bench, comprising Justices Aniruddha Bose and Sanjay Kumar, emphasized that the usual criteria for granting …

Supreme Court Toughens Bail Stance in Custodial Death Cases Involving Police Officers Read More »

In a notable legal twist, the Supreme Court of India has decreed that allegations under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act of 1940 cannot stand solely on a police officer’s complaint. The bench, led by Justices Hrishikesh Roy and Prashant Kumar Mishra, overturned a prior ruling by the High Court, emphasizing that only a complaint lodged …

New Ruling: Drug Cases Require Official Complaint, Not Just Police Allegation Read More »

In a recent landmark judgment, the Supreme Court has ruled that clearance in Income Tax proceedings does not automatically warrant the discharge of an accused under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (PCA). The bench, comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice KV Viswanathan, convened to hear an appeal against a Delhi High Court order that …

Supreme Court Ruling: Income Tax Clearance Not Enough to Quash Corruption Charges Read More »

In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court underscored the critical importance of balanced legal proceedings by highlighting the necessity of recording both the examination-in-chief and cross-examination of witnesses. The Court’s decision, rooted in the tenets of Section 138 of the Indian Evidence Act of 1872, resonates with the fundamental principles of fair trial. The Court’s …

Judicial Oversight: A Mandate for Balanced Witness Examination Read More »

In a resounding verdict echoing across judicial corridors, the Supreme Court resolutely affirmed the inviolable rights enshrined within the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015. A recent ruling asserted that the conviction of a juvenile accused, deemed a ‘child in conflict with the law’, cannot withstand legal scrutiny sans a crucial preliminary assessment. This assessment, imperative under …

Child Justice Prevails: Supreme Court Upholds Rights Under JJ Act Read More »

In a recent development, the Supreme Court of India has intervened decisively in a case concerning the unresolved death of a 25-year-old Manipuri woman in Delhi back in 2013. This move comes as a response to growing concerns over the erosion of public trust in the country’s institutions due to lingering unresolved crimes. The Supreme …

Supreme Court Steps In: CBI to Investigate Manipuri Woman’s Mysterious Death in Delhi, 2013 Read More »

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has sounded a clarion call for prudence in granting pre-trial injunctions against media publications. Emphasizing the paramount importance of safeguarding freedom of speech, the Court urged trial courts to exercise caution, recognizing the potential chilling effect such injunctions could have on both authors and the public’s right to …

Supreme Court Calls for Restraint in Pre-Trial Injunctions Against Media: Upholds Freedom of Speech Read More »