Legal Wisdom and Academic Rigor: Dr. A.K. Maurya on Law and Society
Interviewee: Dr Anil Maurya1
Interviewed by Aria Sheel2
Denial of benefits under Section 20(4) of Rights of Persons with Disability Act violates Article 21: Rajasthan High Court
“The case reflects the insensitivity and apathy of the respondents towards the plight of a disabled person who has been denied for last about five and a half year without any justification which frustrates the laud object of the enactment of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.”
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‘Conviction under S 498-A IPC would be unjustified if cruelty is not proven’; Kerala High Court acquits all accused
“In cases of domestic violence, it is not prudent to look for independent corroboration for the evidence of a victim, particularly when the incidents of domestic violence including ill-treatments and harassments often occur within the confines of a house.”
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NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of Jhalawar Government School collapse that claimed lives of 7 students and injured 28
The NHRC has issued notices to the Rajasthan Chief Secretary and Jhalawar Superintendent of Police, seeking a detailed report within two weeks.
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Google India distinct legal entity than Google LLC, cannot be sued for content posted on Google LLC and YouTube: Karnataka HC
The Court noted that in absence of any specific allegations against Google India regarding derogatory material on their website the respondent cannot proceed against them.
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‘Authorities stood motionless for 5 years’; Bombay HC imposes Rs 10000 cost each on authorities for failing to act in UIDAI identity fraud case
“The authorities/entities who can assist on Aadhaar number shall be equipped with necessary technology for authentication and such authentication shall be done in accordance with the Aadhaar (Authentication) Regulations, 2021.”
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Call for Entries: 13th RMLNLU-Luthra & Luthra Law Offices India International Legal Essay Writing Competition and Conference on White Collar Crimes | Submit by September 6, 2025
The authors of the top six entries will be selected for an offline conference and top three entries may be considered for publication in the next issue of the RMLNLU Law Review Journal.
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Kerala HC denies anticipatory bail to nine persons accused of assaulting Advocate for drafting complaint against them
“The fundamental right to have access to courts of law is enabled largely through advocates. If advocates are attacked for drafting complaints, the rule of law will suffer.”
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Call for Submissions: NLU, Jodhpur’s Trade, Law and Development inviting submissions for its special issue this year
The journal is inviting submissions for the theme “Into the Future of Global Trade: Tackling Fragmentation, Protectionism, Tariffs, and Beyond” by September 1.
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Balasore Student self-immolation case | Orissa HC declines judicial SIT probe; Holds ICC accountable
“It is really disturbing that the students, who got admission in a reputed college would be subjected to any sexual harassment and the alacrity is not shown in addressing the grievance in a proper manner”
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‘Deficiency in conduct of legal aid counsel defeats right to fair trial’: Meghalaya HC orders retrial in POCSO case
It is evident that the lack of effective legal representation has not only violated the fundamental rights of the accused under Article 21 of the Constitution but also seriously prejudiced his defence in the case.
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Explained: The Case in which Karnataka High Court did not consider Distribution of Pamphlets about teachings of Islam outside Temple as Religious Conversion
The Court observed that the complainant lacked locus standi to lodge an FIR, which could only be lodged by the converted person, their parents, and siblings, or relatives by blood, marriage, adoption, or association.
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Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises HDB Financial Services on its Initial Public Offering
CAM advised HDB Financial Services Limited (“Company”), as the Indian legal counsel to the Company in its initial public offering of 168,918,917
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‘Child’s welfare has upper hand over personal law’; Bombay High Court grants custody of 9-year-old minor to the mother
“Flouting interim orders passed by the Court will not disentitle the appellant-mother from retaining custody of the minor child. While exercising parens-patriae jurisdiction, the wish of the minor as well as attending circumstances need to be considered”.
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NLUs’ Student Bodies Released Nationwide E-Petition Demanding Urgent CLAT Fee Reforms
A nation-wide public e-petition has been launched to rally widespread support against the very high fees currently charged by the Consortium of National Law Universities. They call for comprehensive reforms to align the CLAT fee structure with national standards like JEE, NEET, and CUET.
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Report: RGNUL, Patiala reports on Contemporary Trends in Research Methodology and Teaching Pedagogy: Multidisciplinary Approach
The study was organized by Centre for Advanced Studies in Human Rights and Centre for Advanced Studies in Labour Welfare, RGNUL Punjab from 14th to 19th July 2025 (Online Mode)
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Madras HC orders removal of ‘Bad Girl’ teaser from YouTube citing child pornographic depiction & State’s duty under Article 39(f)
“The State has to ensure the protection against exploitation and to provide childhood care, and therefore the said words ‘protection’ and ‘care’ has to be given widest meaning.”
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Call for Papers: NLIU, Bhopal’s flagship journal, NLIU Law Review invites submissions for Volume XV Issue I
NLIU’s flagship journal invites papers for Volume XV Issue I by August 7
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Inside CERC’s ruling where DB Power Ltd. sought compensation over changes in law, force majeure events relating to Power Purchase Agreements
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity had remanded matter to Central Electricity Regulatory Commission to reconsider issues pertaining to station heat rate, carrying cost, and increase in VAT, Entry Tax, etc. due to change in law, force majeure events affecting petitioner’s project.
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‘Abstention from work or mass leave by judicial employees of Subordinate Courts is illegal’: Rajasthan HC issues directions for immediate return
“If the employees of District Courts failed to resume their duties and situation so continued till 28-07-2025, then ESMA can be invoked to maintain discipline and resume the work of the Court.”
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