Young Girls Don’t Get Married to Be Killed for Dowry; Supreme Court Cancels Bail Granted in Dowry Death Case
The Court emphasised that dowry death cases carry statutory presumptions under Section 118, Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 which cannot be ignored.
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Can a Permissive Clause in a Partnership Deed be a Valid Arbitration Agreement? Supreme Court Stays Proceedings
At the hearing, it was contended that the said clause was permissive in nature and does not constitute a binding arbitration agreement within the meaning of Section 7.
Supreme Court: Oppression Petition Maintainable Even Without Name in Register of Members under Companies Act, 1956
Person may be treated as a “member” entitled to file petitions under Sections 397 and 398, Companies Act, 1956 even if their name is not entered in the register of members, provided the Company’s conduct and records establish recognition of proprietary interest.
Menstrual Leave as Dignity, POCSO Adolescent Guidelines, Transgender Welfare Directions and More: Human and Civil Rights April 2026 Roundup
Covering all the important human and civil rights cases across various High Courts and the Supreme Court as well as the legislative updates, this roundup provides a quick summary of cases, latest legal updates in human and civil rights and links to other roundups.
SC directs regularisation of ISRO daily-wage workers, quashes Gang Labourers Scheme, 2012 for non-compliance with binding CAT directions
The obligation of the State to act as a model employer is not a mere exhortation but flows directly from the guarantee of equality enshrined in Article 14 of the Constitution.
Beyond Sabarimala: 9-Judge Bench Examines Validity of Parsi Excommunications Under Articles 25—26
A 9-judge Bench of the Supreme Court of India hears the Sabarimala reference, examining Articles 25—26, constitutional morality, gender exclusion, and Parsi excommunication practices.
Right to Speedy Trial Prevails Over Gravity of Offence; Bail Must Be Considered When Article 21 Infringed: Supreme 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 | Rats Eats Bribe Cash, Pawan Khera Gets Bail; Road Safety as Fundamental Right, 30% Women Bar Representation and More
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.
“Abhorrent, Degrading, and Unknown to Law”; Supreme Court Declares Imposition of Bail Conditions Such as Cleaning of Police Stations as Null and Void
“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.”
ReT Closure: SC quashes litigation-based exclusion; relief to select panel candidates subject to TET
Supreme Court rules on Rehbar-e-Taleem (ReT) Scheme closure, holds denial of appointment due to pending litigation arbitrary under Article 14, and grants relief to select panel candidates subject to TET qualification.
Labour and Service Law April 2026: Major Supreme Court and High Court Rulings and Legislative Updates
Bringing together major service and labour law rulings from the Supreme Court and High Courts, this roundup presents short summaries of key decisions along with significant legislative updates.
Rejection of Jurisdictional Plea Not an Interim Award; Challenge Lies Only After Final Arbitral Award: Supreme Court
Supreme Court clarifies that rejection of a jurisdictional plea under Section 16, Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 cannot be challenged under Section 34 at an interim stage and must await the final arbitral award.
RTE Admission | Once State Allots Student to Neighbourhood School, School Cannot Refuse: Supreme Court
This is yet another occasion for us to reiterate the constitutional and statutory obligation of a “neighbourhood school” to give admission to students forwarded by the State Government without any delay.
Supreme Court Flags Systemic Gaps in Death Penalty Sentencing; Mandates Structured Framework for Mitigation Analysis and Legal Aid
The Court observed that the absence of competent and effective prosecution and defence not only undermines the fairness of the process but also increases the risk of a disproportionate, unjust, and uninformed sentencing outcome.
Can Bona Fide Purchaser for Value be Held Criminally Liable for Forged Will-Linked Property? Supreme Court Answers
“Neither the FIR nor the impugned order discloses availability of any tangible material to substantiate the allegation that the appellant had conspired in the preparation of the alleged forged Will, or that the registered sale deed dated 18 December 1998 was executed by him with knowledge that the signatures on the Will were forged.”
Grant of Anticipatory Bail to Accused with 22 FIRs “Very Unfortunate”; Criminal Antecedents Alone Sufficient to Deny Relief: Supreme Court
“Supreme Court set aside the impugned order granting anticipatory bail to the accused.”
Cheque dishonour| Director’s S. 138 NI Act liability subsists despite liquidation of the company: Supreme Court
The Court denied the discharge of the company director in a cheque dishonour case wherein the said company was undergoing liquidation.
Can Civil Court Adjudicate Disputes Challenging Determination or Alteration of Municipal Limits? Supreme Court Answers
The Court noted that the Panchayat had allowed administrative arrangements to continue for years without challenge, which militated against granting declaratory relief.
Bribe Cash Vanishes, Blame Falls on Rats: Supreme Court Says Explanation Does Not Inspire Any Confidence
“We wonder how many such currency notes recovered in this type of offences get destroyed as they are not kept at a safe place. It’s a huge revenue loss for the State.”
Can Unsuccessful Party Invoke Section 9 A&C Act at Post-Award Stage? Supreme Court Answers
“A literal interpretation of Section 9 of the Act would indicate that the right to seek interim relief is available to any party to the arbitration before or during arbitral proceedings or at any time after the award is delivered but before it is enforced in accordance with Section 36 of the Act.”