TOP LEGAL DEVELOPMENTS THIS WEEK [19-25 Oct, 2026] | Detecting child abuse material; rape charge against woman; RTI on PM’s foreign visits; and more
A quick roundup to cover all the important legal developments and cases this week.
Microplastics
Can microplastics labelling be mandated despite absence of conclusive scientific proof of harm? Madras HC answers
Madras High Court examined the validity of directions requiring packaged drinking water, sugar and salt to carry labels disclosing the possible presence of micro/nano plastics, amid concerns over scientific uncertainty, potential health risks and consumers’ right to make informed choices.
India and Norway to work jointly towards mitigating marine plastic litter and microplastics
India marks the beginning of super year of Biodiversity with the hosting of the 13th Conference of Parties (COP) of the Convention