Read what the Supreme Court said while quashing 2-decade long NDPS case against former IPS Officer Bharti Arora
Supreme Court reiterated that justice should not only be done but should be seen to be done.
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Kolkata Court grants bail to former principal Dr. Sandip Ghosh in RG Kar rape and murder case
Kolkata Court also granted bail to police officer Abhijit Mondal.
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Supreme Court enhances compensation to Rs. 50.8 Lakhs for mental and physical disabilities suffered by minor in Motor Vehicle Accident
Supreme Court noted that the appellant will remain dependent on another person for the rest of her life. Even though the physical age will increase, her mental age will be that of a child studying in the 2nd Standard. Effectively, while her body grows, she will remain a small baby.
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Limitation for application for redetermination of compensation under S. 28-A of Land Acquisition Act starts from date of award: Supreme Court reaffirms
Supreme Court highlighted that the judgment in Union of India v. Pradeep Kumari, (1995) 2 SCC 736 has been rendered after considering the relevant provisions of the Statute and the principles of interpretation. However, the judgment in Ramsingbhai Jerambhai v. State of Gujarat, (2018) 16 SCC 445 is a short judgment only referring to the text of Section 28-A(1) of 1894 Act.
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Supreme Court directs Delhi-NCR Governments to decide on year-round firecracker ban
Supreme Court said that the ban on firecrackers is required not only to curb the air pollution but noise pollution as well.
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Supreme Court quashes false dowry case; highlights growing misuse of Section 498A IPC against husband and his family for personal vendetta
“Making vague and generalised allegations during matrimonial conflicts, if not scrutinized, will lead to the misuse of legal processes and an encouragement for use of arm-twisting tactics by a wife and/or her family.”
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Know why Madras HC allowed accused persons in Kodanadu heist and murder case to examine former CM Edappadi Palaniswami and VK Sasikala as witnesses
Madras High Court emphasized that it is crucial for the true facts of the case to be brought to light in the pursuit of justice. Denying both the prosecution and the defense the opportunity to present their cases would violate fundamental legal principles
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‘When a citizen wins a court ruling, others in similar circumstances should automatically benefit’: SC grants permanent commission to woman Army officer
Supreme Court reiterated that where a citizen aggrieved by an action of the government department has approached the court and obtained a declaration of law in his/her favour, others similarly situated ought to be extended the benefit without the need for them to go to court.
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‘Use of lethal weapon and precise targeting of vital organs establish intent for murder’; SC upholds UDF sympathizer’s life term in 2006 LDF worker murder case
“The nature and location of the injuries inflicted, the choice of weapon, and the circumstances of the attack unequivocally establish the liability of the convict for causing the death of the deceased.”
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Supreme Court proposes appointment of agency to enhance green cover in Delhi
In June, Supreme Court had directed the secretary to convene a meeting to discuss comprehensive measures for enhancing the green cover of the national capital territory of Delhi
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Supreme Court orders petition to be decided within 3 months after Allahabad High Court’s delay in delivering judgment after reserving it 14 months ago
Supreme Court remarked that it was unclear why the Judge of the High Court, despite reserving judgment 14 months ago, had not delivered the judgment or disposed of the petition.
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Does the right to default bail accrues upon the expiry of the statutory period if an investigation extension application is pending? Madras HC answers
“It is needless to say that the decision in the bail application would be dependent on the decision in the extension application”
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Supreme Court permits scaling down of GRAP restrictions from Stage-IV to Stage-II in Delhi amid improved air quality
In its previous order, the Supreme Court had directed that Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan, which was implemented to tackle the severe air quality situation in Delhi, remain in force until at least December 2, 2024.
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Supreme Court upholds protection from arrest for accused in Rs 6,000 Crore Ponzi Scam, Cites ED’s delay in responding to notice
Supreme Court observed that ED had ample time to file the counter affidavit.
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Family Law Roundup| A quick recap of the top family law cases from November 2024
Read about the significant family law matters heard and decided by the Supreme Court and High Courts in November 2024
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Supreme Court issues directives on the role of public prosecutors and legal aid counsels to safeguard fairness and fundamental rights in criminal trials
“The right of the accused to defend himself in a criminal trial is guaranteed by Article 21 of the Constitution of India. He is entitled to a fair trial. But if effective legal aid is not made available to an accused who is unable to engage an advocate, it will amount to infringement of his fundamental rights guaranteed by Article 21”
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Farmers Protest| Supreme Court asks farmers’ leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal not to obstruct highways or cause inconvenience to public
Supreme Court emphasized that while peaceful protests are a fundamental right in a democracy, there must be a sense of responsibility when engaging in such protests.
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Refusal to marry in a relationship does not amount to criminal liability for abetment of suicide: Supreme Court
“To convict a person for abetment of suicide under Section 306 IPC, there has to be a clear mens rea on the part of the accused to abet such a crime and it requires an active act or a direct act leading to the commission of suicide.
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Supreme Court upholds land acquisition for Yamuna Expressway; Justifies Invocation of Urgency Clause
Supreme Court directed that a 64.7% enhancement in compensation would apply in rem, ensuring that uniform benefits would be provided to all affected landowners under the present land acquisition process.
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Supreme Court to explore long-term solutions for Delhi’s air pollution; GRAP IV measures to remain in force till December 2
Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) is a framework designed to take specific actions based on the level of air quality, with Stage IV being one of the highest stages involving stricter measures such as restrictions on non-essential activities, halting certain industrial operations, and enhancing public health advisories.
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