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The highest judicial authority of the land has recently spoken on the sanctity of Hindu marriages, shedding light on the indispensable rites and ceremonies that render such unions legally valid. In a ruling resonating with the essence of tradition and custom, the Supreme Court outlined that the absence of essential rituals, such as the solemn …

Solemnizing Sacred Bonds: Supreme Court Stresses Authenticity in Hindu Marriages Read More »

In a poignant declaration resonating across the hallowed halls of justice, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the sacred sanctity of Hindu marriage, admonishing against its reduction to a mere spectacle of frivolity and monetary exchange. Echoing the wisdom of ages, the Court implored the younger generation to introspect deeply upon the profound significance of this venerable …

Respecting the Sanctity: Rediscovering the Essence of Hindu Matrimony Read More »

In a groundbreaking verdict, the Supreme Court recently brought attention to the customary submission of “Minutes of Order” by advocates in the Bombay High Court. These minutes, a practice prevalent in the court, serve as aides memoire submitted by legal representatives from both sides, outlining the key points to be incorporated in the court’s judgment. …

Supreme Court Mandate: Scrutinize Legal Validity of Advocates’ “Minutes of Order” Before Passing Judgments Read More »

In a recent development, the Supreme Court has embarked on a journey of legal scrutiny, thrusting into the spotlight the intricate interplay between the jurisdictional nuances of cheque dishonour cases and the implications of legislative amendments. A matter of paramount importance has surfaced: whether the amendment to Section 142A of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, …

Supreme Court Deliberates on Jurisdictional Conundrum in Cheque Dishonour Cases Post Amendment Read More »

In a groundbreaking verdict, the Supreme Court has upheld the validity of summoning an accused based on a prima facie case established from the allegations in the complaint and the preliminary evidence presented by the complainant. The bench, comprising Justices C.T. Ravikumar and Rajesh Bindal, rebuffed the decisions of lower courts that had annulled the …

Justices Assert Prima Facie Evidence Suffices for Summoning Accused: Landmark Ruling Read More »

In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court illuminated the intricate balance required when deliberating the suspension of sentences in cases of serious offences. The court emphasized that while factors like the duration of incarceration and the potential for delay in appeals are significant, they should not overshadow the gravity of the crime committed, the manner …

Supreme Court Stresses Nuanced Consideration in Sentence Suspension for Serious Offences Read More »

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has underscored the rights of tenants who emerge as successful bidders in property auctions conducted under the SARFAESI Act. The judgment, delivered by Justices Vikram Nath and Satish Chandra Sharma, reverberates with implications for the delicate interplay between banking institutions and property rights. Central to the case was …

Supreme Court Upholds Tenants’ Rights in SARFAESI Property Dispute Read More »

In a reaffirmation of women’s rights, the Supreme Court recently underscored the unequivocal ownership of stridhan, asserting it as the exclusive property of women. The ruling elucidated that husbands wield no authority over this property, although they may access it during times of exigency. However, a moral imperative binds them to restore its equivalent value …

Evolving Legal Precedent: Stridhan Recognized as Woman’s Inviolable Possession Read More »

In a landmark ruling reshaping the landscape of medical negligence law, the Supreme Court overturned a previous decision regarding the application of the “Eggshell Skull Rule”. The Court, in a verdict pronounced on Tuesday, bolstered the compensation amount awarded to a patient from a mere Rs. 2 Lakhs to a more fitting Rs. 5 Lakhs. …

Landmark Ruling by Supreme Court: Redefining Medical Negligence Read More »

In a landmark verdict, the apex court redefined the dynamics of statutory repeal, emphasizing a nuanced interpretation subject to specific legal frameworks. The ruling, authored by Justice P S Narasimha, elucidated the intricate workings of repealed provisions vis-à-vis substituted ones, shedding light on their operative timelines contingent upon statutory mandates. Central to the case was …

Judicial Ruling Alters Legal Landscape: Precedent on Statutory Repeal Read More »