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Supreme Court Quashes Workplace Harassment Case, Calls It Civil Dispute Transformation
The Supreme Court quashed a workplace harassment case, deeming it an attempt to transform a civil dispute into a criminal matter.
Testimony of Witness Not Invalid Due to Victim Relation: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court rules witness testimony can't be discarded solely for victim relation, stressing fair evaluation of evidence in judicial p
"Supreme Court Clarifies When Sudden & Grave Provocation Reduces Murder to Culpable Homicide"
Supreme Court explains circumstances under which sudden and grave provocation reduces murder to culpable homicide, emphasizing intent and pr
Supreme Court Upholds Quashing Of Jharkhand FIR Against BJP MPs In Deoghar Case
Supreme Court quashes Jharkhand FIR against BJP MPs in Deoghar Airport case, directing Aircraft Act authority to decide on filing a fresh co
Bengal Govt Challenges Life Sentence for RG Kar Convict, Seeks Death Penalty
West Bengal government appeals Calcutta High Court seeking death penalty for RG Kar murder convict, replacing life sentence. High-stakes leg
RG Kar Rape-Murder Case: Sanjoy Roy Sentenced to Life Imprisonment
Sanjoy Roy receives life imprisonment for the brutal RG Kar rape-murder case. Catch the latest updates on the high-profile legal judgment.
Kolkata Court Sentences Sanjoy Roy to Life Imprisonment in RG Kar Case
Kolkata court sentences Sanjoy Roy to life imprisonment for the RG Kar rape-murder case, ensuring justice in a shocking crime that gripped t
Order II Rule 2 CPC Allows Second Suit for Barred Relief: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court clarified that Order II Rule 2 CPC does not bar a second suit for relief unavailable at the time of the first suit.
Supreme Court Directs Jharkhand to Align Prison Manual with 2016 Guidelines
Supreme Court orders Jharkhand to update its prison manual as per 2016 Model Prison Manual, ensuring modernized and humane prison administra
Supreme Court Adjourns Bail Plea After UP Counsel Submits Wrong Brief
Supreme Court adjourns bail plea as UP counsel appears unprepared, submits incorrect brief during proceedings.
Supreme Court Grants Bail to Padam Chand Jain in JJM Scam PMLA Case
Supreme Court grants bail to Padam Chand Jain in JJM scam PMLA case; clarifies Manish Sisodia’s bail denial not under Article 142.
Supreme Court Ensures Inclusive Toilet Facilities in Court Premises for All
Supreme Court directs authorities to provide accessible toilet facilities for women, disabled, and transgender persons in court premises, en
Supreme Court: Dowry Death Requires Proof of Incessant Harassment, Not Presumption
The Supreme Court ruled dowry death cannot be presumed without clear evidence of persistent harassment under Section 113B of the Evidence Ac
Supreme Court Explains Principles to Evaluate Circumstantial Evidence in Criminal Cases
The Supreme Court outlines key principles for evaluating circumstantial evidence in criminal cases, ensuring fairness and justice in judicia
Supreme Court: Non-Recovery of Crime Weapon Not Fatal If Witnesses Reliable
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has clarified that the non-recovery of a crime weapon is not necessarily fatal to the...
Supreme Court Halts Verandah Construction at P&H HC Amid Heritage Status Concerns
SC stays P&H HC's verandah construction order after Chandigarh raises UNESCO heritage concerns, citing preservation of architectural signifi
Supreme Court Grants Bail to Tihar Ex-Deputy Superintendent in Inmate Murder Case
The Supreme Court grants bail to Tihar Jail's ex-deputy superintendent accused of murdering an inmate in judicial custody.
Supreme Court: Transfer on Request Not Public Interest or Administrative Need
The Supreme Court clarified that employee transfers on request cannot be deemed transfers made in public interest or administrative exigenci
Supreme Court: DV Act Cases Penal Only for Protection Order Breach
Supreme Court clarifies Domestic Violence Act cases lack penal consequences, except for breaches of protection orders, criticizing issuance
Right to Appeal Against Conviction is Fundamental; Delay Must Be Examined: Supreme Court
Supreme Court rules that the right to appeal is fundamental and cannot be dismissed solely on delay without assessing the reasons for the de
Supreme Court Declines Plea on BPSC Paper Leak, Directs Petitioners to Patna HC
Supreme Court refuses to hear plea on BPSC paper leak, advises petitioners to approach Patna High Court for redressal of examination-related
'Even While Dissenting, One Must Be Respectful': SC on RJD MLC's Plea
Supreme Court stresses respectful dissent while hearing RJD MLC's plea against expulsion over remarks on Bihar CM Nitish Kumar. Judgment res
Supreme Court to Hear CBI Appeals in Nithari Killings Acquittals in March
Supreme Court to hear CBI's appeals against Surendra Koli's Nithari killings acquittals in March. The case holds vital legal and societal si
Justice V. Ramasubramanian Appointed as NHRC Chairperson by President Murmu
Former SC judge Justice V. Ramasubramanian appointed NHRC Chairperson, succeeding Justice Arun Kumar Mishra. High-powered committee led the
Wife's Financial Independence Doesn’t Bar Alimony for Dignity Post-Divorce
Supreme Court rules financial independence isn't a bar to alimony if required to uphold a wife's dignity and social standing post-divorce.
Supreme Court Seeks Tamil Nadu's Response on Plea to Recall Senthil Balaji's Bail
Supreme Court seeks details of cases and witnesses in plea to recall Tamil Nadu Minister Senthil Balaji's bail, questioning legal grounds fo
Employee Cannot Remain Absent from Work Citing Pending VRS Application: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court ruled employees cannot remain absent from work citing pending Voluntary Retirement Scheme applications, upholding work pla
Supreme Court: Eviction of Unauthorized Occupants of Public Premises Must Follow Law
The Supreme Court emphasizes adherence to statutory provisions in eviction cases involving unauthorized occupants of public premises.
Umar Khalid Granted 7-Day Interim Bail in Delhi Riots Conspiracy Case
Activist Umar Khalid secures 7-day interim bail in Delhi riots larger conspiracy case. Bail granted for sister's wedding. Case hearing to co
Supreme Court Flags Rampant Conversion of Civil Disputes into Criminal Cases
Supreme Court expresses concern over the misuse of criminal law to resolve civil disputes, calls for judicial caution and stricter legal mea
Supreme Court Refuses to Stay Karnataka Lokayukta Probe in DK Shivakumar Case
Supreme Court declines to halt Karnataka Lokayukta probe into DK Shivakumar's disproportionate assets, emphasizing legal procedure.
Supreme Court: Courts Must Avoid Premature Staying or Quashing of Criminal Trials
The Supreme Court emphasizes that courts should not quash or stay criminal trials at preliminary stages unless exceptional circumstances are
Order 23 Rule 3 CPC: Remedy Against Compromise Decree Lies in Recall Application
SC rules recall application before the original court is the sole remedy against compromise decrees under Order 23 Rule 3 CPC.
Maintenance Rights of Wife, Children Override Creditors’ Claims Under SARFAESI/IBC: SC
SC affirms maintenance rights of wife and children take precedence over creditors' claims under SARFAESI/IBC, reinforcing family welfare pro
Supreme Court Criticizes Centre for Lack of Representation in Key Cases
The Supreme Court criticizes the Centre for frequent absences of legal counsels, urging immediate reforms to ensure timely representation in
Caste-Based Insult in Private Backyard Not “Within Public View”: Supreme Court
Supreme Court rules caste-based insult in private backyard doesn't qualify as "within public view" under SC/ST Act, no offence under Section
Supreme Court Dismisses Union's Plea on Chhattisgarh IPS Officer's Compulsory Retirement
Supreme Court upholds HC decision, dismisses Union's plea against setting aside Chhattisgarh IPS officer Gurjinder Pal Singh's compulsory re
MLA Jitendra Awhad Backs Places of Worship Act, Cites National Unity in SC
MLA Jitendra Awhad files plea in Supreme Court supporting Places of Worship Act, emphasizing its role in fostering national unity and harmon
Supreme Court: Quashing Petition Allows Broader Challenge Compared to Discharge Petition
Supreme Court clarifies that quashing petitions under CrPC offer a wider challenge scope than discharge petitions during criminal proceeding
Supreme Court Seeks States' Response on Draft Rules for Private Coaching Regulation
Supreme Court asks States and UTs for feedback on draft model rules for regulating private coaching centres, focusing on UPSC aspirants' saf
Supreme Court: Penalize Government Officers Responsible for Delays in Filing Appeals
Supreme Court directs states to penalize officers causing delays in filing appeals, ensuring accountability and reducing judicial inefficien
Supreme Court: Litigant Must Justify Delay in Filing Appeal From Day One
SC states litigants must justify delay in appeals from the first day within the limitation period, emphasizing the significance of timely li
Supreme Court Resolves Landmark Case: Strengthens Free Speech and Media Freedom Principles
Supreme Court reinforces free speech by settling a pivotal case impacting media rights and constitutional freedoms.
Supreme Court Stays Revival of Disproportionate Assets Case Against O Panneerselvam
SC stays Madras HC order in ex-TN CM O Panneerselvam DA case.
Supreme Court: Cross-Examination Must Be Considered in Section 319 CrPC Applications
SC mandates cross-examination review in Section 319 CrPC applications.
SC Questions Long Undertrial Custody, ED Conviction Rate in Partha Chatterjee Case
SC raises concerns over extended undertrial custody and ED's low conviction rate.
SC Seeks Judgments on Sanction in Deoghar Airport Case Against BJP MPs
SC to decide if prior sanction is needed for investigating BJP MPs.
Supreme Court Dismisses PIL Seeking Return to Paper Ballot Voting in India
Supreme Court rejects PIL advocating paper ballots and EVM tampering claims.
Supreme Court Adjourns Balwant Singh’s Mercy Petition Hearing by Four Weeks
Balwant Singh’s mercy petition hearing postponed; SC gives Union 4 weeks.
Supreme Court Clarifies Marumakkathayam Law on Property Devolution Post-Partition
SC rules on property devolution under Kerala's Marumakkathayam law.
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