SC Grants Bail in UAPA Case Over Delayed Chargesheet
Supreme Court grants bail to man held for 2 years under UAPA without chargesheet, calling the prolonged custody 'absolutely unjustified'. Read the full legal analysis.
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SC Declines PIL on Regulating AI in Judiciary
India's Supreme Court declined to entertain a PIL seeking AI regulation in courts but acknowledged the concerns. The CJI invited the petitioner to submit recommendations directly to the court. Read the full story.
Bombay HC orders probe into Govandi hospital registration
Bombay High Court directs Mumbai civic chief to investigate the genuineness of Millennium Hospital's registration certificate and demands a state roadmap against unregistered hospitals. Read the full story.
Pune POCSO court acquits man in child rape case
A special POCSO court in Pune acquitted a 34-year-old man accused of raping his 3-year-old niece. The judge cited inconsistent witness testimony and serious lapses in forensic evidence collection. Read the full details.
6.26 Lakh Cases Pending in Himachal Courts, 16 Judge Posts Vacant
Himachal Pradesh's judiciary faces a massive backlog with over 6.26 lakh cases pending in district courts. Nationwide, 4.80 crore cases await resolution. Read the full report on the judicial crisis.
Judge Orders Case Against Witnesses in Dowry Death Trial
A Kanpur judge acquits three accused in a 19-year-old dowry death case due to lack of evidence but orders legal action against prosecution witnesses for turning hostile. Details inside.
SC Demands Acid Attack Case Data from High Courts in 4 Weeks
The Supreme Court directs all High Courts to submit details of pending acid attack cases within four weeks. This move aims to expedite justice for survivors and ensure strict enforcement of laws.
SC Orders Probe After Undertrial Misses 55 Court Hearings
Supreme Court demands inquiry after an undertrial from Thane jail wasn't produced in court for 55 hearings. Shashi Jurmani, jailed for 4+ years, gets bail. Read the shocking details.
SC Panel Visits Karur Stampede Site, Continues Probe
The Supreme Court-appointed committee visited the Karur stampede site where 41 died. The panel reviewed locations and questioned officials as the CBI investigation progresses. Read the latest updates.
SC orders probe into Maharashtra prison's failure to produce accused
Supreme Court grants bail, demands inquiry after accused not produced in court 55 times. DG Prisons must file report. Read the shocking details of the 2021 Thane case.
SC Slams Maharashtra Prisons Over Inmate's 55 No-Shows
Supreme Court grants bail, orders inquiry after inmate missed 55 trial dates in 4 years. DG Prisons must fix responsibility. Read the shocking details.
HC asks DGP: Is cop who threatened judge alive? Action taken?
Allahabad High Court demands answers from UP DGP on action against ex-SP BK Bhola, who threatened a sessions judge in 1988. Hearing a murder appeal, the court noted 'damning' remarks.
'Bench Hunting' Threatens Supreme Court's Finality
The growing trend of 'bench hunting' for quick reversals of Supreme Court orders undermines its role as the final arbiter of law. Experts warn this practice jeopardizes judicial stability. Read more.
Malerkotla DC, SSP homes to be vacated for judge
The residences of the Deputy Commissioner and SSP in Malerkotla will be vacated to accommodate a new Sessions Judge. The move follows a Punjab and Haryana High Court directive.
HC: Retired Employees Not Immune to Corruption Inquiry
Allahabad High Court dismisses a retired engineer's plea, stating inquiry for alleged corruption can continue post-retirement. Court emphasizes need to curb graft in government departments.
HC Revives 37-Year-Old Case Against Ex-SP for Threatening Judge
Allahabad High Court revives a 37-year-old case where a former SP threatened to drag a Sessions Judge to the police station. The court demands action, refusing to ignore the misconduct due to time lapse.
SC Questions Legal Status of Rohingyas in India
India's Supreme Court questions the legal standing of Rohingya refugees, asking if intruders deserve a red carpet welcome. Hearings continue on alleged detentions by Delhi Police. Read the latest.
SC: Parity Not Sole Ground for Bail in Criminal Cases
The Supreme Court ruled that parity with co-accused cannot be the only reason for granting bail. The bench emphasized individual case merits. Read the full judgment details.
Supreme Court Allows Bail for Life Convict in Appeal
Supreme Court grants bail to a life convict police officer, outlining a liberal approach for suspending sentences when there's a fair chance of acquittal. Read the full legal analysis.
Panchkula Court Acquits 5 in Snatching Case
A Panchkula sessions court acquits five youths from Uttar Pradesh in a snatching case after the prosecution fails to prove guilt. Key evidence flaws revealed. Read the full details.
Bangladesh Court Jails PM Sheikh Hasina for 5 Years
A Bangladesh court sentences PM Sheikh Hasina to 5 years in jail in a land scam case. The verdict, delivered in absentia, raises major political and diplomatic questions. Read the full details.
SC Reference Order Setback for Gubernatorial Accountability
A five-judge Supreme Court bench's decision on presidential reference marks significant setback for gubernatorial accountability. Legal expert Kaleeswaram Raj analyzes implications for Indian judiciary.
Justice Nagarathna on Judicial Consistency in Verdicts
Supreme Court Justice BV Nagarathna emphasizes that court judgments must withstand judicial transitions. Learn why judicial consistency matters for India's legal system.
Justice Nagarathna on Judicial Continuity in Landmark Cases
Supreme Court Justice BV Nagarathna emphasizes judicial continuity, stating verdicts shouldn't be discarded with judge changes. Read her crucial insights on India's legal system.
Thirumavalavan: No Adi Dravidar Judges in HC List
VCK president Thol Thirumavalavan condemns Madras HC collegium for excluding Adi Dravidar advocates from judge appointments. Calls it grave injustice and demands representation.
SC's New Case Listing Guidelines: Key Changes from Dec 1
Supreme Court streamlines case listing with automatic listing system & 2-day hearings for liberty matters. New guidelines effective December 1 aim to reduce pendency. Read more.
1946 Jail Committee Probe Investigation Revealed
Explore the historic 1946 Jail Committee Probe investigation into prison conditions and its lasting impact on India's justice system reforms. Discover the findings now!
Sheikh Hasina sentenced to 21 years in corruption case
Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina receives 21-year prison sentence in Purbachal land scam. Her children also face jail terms. Full details on the corruption verdict.
Virtual Supreme Court Hearings Proposed Due to Pollution
CJI Surya Kant considers shifting Supreme Court to virtual mode amid severe Delhi pollution, while court summons education secretary over EWS students' online class access. Read full details.
26 Patient Falls at Mumbai's Cooper Hospital, One Death
Shocking RTI data reveals 26 patient fall incidents at Cooper Hospital in three months, including a fatal case. BMC initiates inquiry amid staffing crises. Read for full details.
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