Article 21

Medical reimbursement for non-empanelled hospitals
Case BriefsHigh Courts

In medical emergencies where overcrowding, waiting periods and urgency compel patients to the nearest hospital regardless of empanelment status, a blanket rejection on procedural grounds violates the constitutional promise under Article 21, the Court directed independent reconsideration of each claim within four weeks with 6% interest.

CJI Surya Kant Oxford Union address
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Delivering an address at the Oxford Union, Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant said technology has the power to democratise justice but must remain anchored to constitutional values and human judgment, emphasising that innovation should complement rather than replace the human heart of justice.

Basic Structure Doctrine global constitutional jurisprudence
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During an interaction at Queen Mary University of London, Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant reflected on the evolution of Indian constitutional jurisprudence and its wider global relevance.

Right to speedy investigation under Article 21
Case BriefsSupreme Court

The present case is an unfortunate occasion where despite repeatedly knocking the doors of the Courts below, there had been an inordinate delay of nearly two decades in the investigation of a criminal complaint.

Illegal sand mining Chambal Sanctuary
Case BriefsSupreme Court

Reaffirming the importance of environmental flows, biodiversity conservation, and institutional accountability, the Supreme Court stressed that environmental protection requires sustained and time-bound action on the ground rather than mere administrative assurances or delayed compliance.

Right to Be Forgotten
Case BriefsHigh Courts

In a 144-page ruling on 35+ petitions, Justice Sachin Datta held that the right to be forgotten is a constitutional right under Article 21, allowing acquitted persons, discharged accused, matrimonial dispute parties and sexual offence victims to seek de-indexing of judicial records from name-based search results globally, while declining relief for convicted persons, public figures, and cases involving ongoing public interest.

Protection of Human Trafficking Survivors
Case BriefsSupreme Court

“Tackling human trafficking for CSE, with its hidden nature and multifarious forms, is indeed a very daunting task. However, there is recognition from all corners that it is an evil which needs urgent and consistent attention.”

liquor vend timing violations
Case BriefsHigh Courts

A detailed investigative report published in Rajasthan Patrika titled “शटर डाउन… ‘इमरजेंसी विंडो’ चालू: रात 8 बजें बाद भी धड़ल्ले से बिक रही शराब, supported by photographs, timestamps and field verification, indicated that despite statutory closing hours applicable to liquor vends, liquor sale allegedly continued openly after 8.00 p.m. through concealed openings, restricted access windows and partially shuttered premises at various locations within Jodhpur.

Constitutional Courts can intervene in delayed UAPA trial
Case BriefsHigh Courts

The High Court held that constitutional guarantees under Article 21 cannot be defeated by the gravity of allegations under the UAPA, and that the mandate of day-to-day trial under Section 19 of the NIA Act reflects a legislative intent that serious prosecutions cannot be allowed to linger indefinitely.

illegal kidney transplant
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“Foreign Nationals who are facing trial in India are also entitled to Right to Live with Dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution. This right has been established as a powerful shield of protection, ensuring that Right to Live with Dignity extends beyond borders, safeguarding all human beings.”

Vinesh Phogat
Case BriefsHigh Courts

The Court condemned Wrestling Federation of India’s “National Embarrassment” remark against Vinesh Phogat with regards to 2024 Paris Olympic Games mishap, which had led to her disqualification.

bail is rule UAPA
Case BriefsSupreme Court

Emphasising judicial discipline, the Court expressed serious reservations about Division Bench decisions in Gulfisha Fatima, 2026 SCC OnLine SC 10 and Gurwinder Singh, (2024) 5 SCC 403 for making a clear departure from ratio laid down by the three-Judge Bench in K.A. Najeeb, (2021) 3 SCC 713.

Eviction with Rehabilitation
Case BriefsHigh Courts

The respondents submitted that “the rehabilitation and relocation of the jhuggi dwellers has become essential due to the highly sensitive and strategic location of the area. The JJ clusters lie in a protected zone, immediately next to an operational Air Force Station.”

2004 murder case bail
Case BriefsHigh Courts

Court cites violation of speedy trial rights under Article 21, hostile witnesses, and prolonged delay in concluding prosecution evidence as reasons for granting bail

Public parading of accused
Case BriefsHigh Courts

At the same time, the Court stated that mere transportation of an accused from a police station to the Court for production before the Magistrate, even if done on foot, under unavoidable circumstances, would not ipso facto constitute a violation of fundamental rights, unless it is shown that such an act was done deliberately to humiliate or with mala fide intention.

Right to Speedy Trial Violation Justifies Bail
Case BriefsSupreme Court

In the instant case, the petitioner was in jail for almost 4 years, but not a single witness was examined.

Supreme Court April 2026
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Stay informed with the latest Supreme Court judgments from April 2026, mandating 30% women representation in Bar Associations, expanding protections for disabled prisoners, and allowing transgender candidates to apply for public employment irrespective of gender-specific notifications, etc.

Cleaning Police Stations as Bail Condition
Case BriefsSupreme Court

“The most invaluable gift that the people of India gave unto themselves through the Constitution was the vision of a casteless society founded upon the principle of substantive equality.”

Transgenders are also children of God
Case BriefsHigh Courts

“The members of the transgender community continue to face entrenched social stigma, resulting in deprivation of basic dignity and meaningful livelihood opportunities.”

Written Consent Not Indispensable for IVF
Case BriefsHigh Courts

The Court directed that the petitioner’s husband action and his consent in opting for IVF treatment be treated to be sufficient compliance for the purposes of Section 22, ART Act.