Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
The Supreme Court has revised the law practice eligibility for civil judge recruitment from three years to one year. Candidates must also complete a year of training at the State Judicial Academy and a six-month clerkship under a District Judge.
The Supreme Court ruled that police cannot ordinarily investigate offences under the PCPNDT Act, affirming that this responsibility lies mainly with Appropriate Authorities. The Court recognizes the police's supplementary role as necessary.
The Karnataka High Court has quashed the suspension of KPSC Chairman, ordering his reinstatement, accentuating procedural adherence in public service regulations.
The Bombay High Court has clarified that public authorities are not required to retrieve information from third parties to fulfill RTI requests. This ruling emphasizes the boundaries of obligation imposed by the Right to Information Act.
The Delhi High Court has directed stakeholders to discuss and implement accessibility features in films for disabled audiences. This directive promotes inclusivity in media and entertainment sectors.
Retired Supreme Court Justice KM Joseph emphasized that rulers derive authority from the consent of the governed, expressing concern over increasing political defections that undermine democratic mandates. His remarks remind leaders of their accountability to the public.
The Bombay High Court cautioned against using legal proceedings as a 'proxy war' during its hearing of Arnab Goswami's plea to quash an FIR related to a 2018 case. This highlights the court's stance on ensuring judicial processes are not misused.
The Delhi High Court has instructed the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, CBFC, and film producers to discuss the inclusion of accessibility features for disabled audiences in cinemas and OTT platforms. This ruling underscores the importance of making entertainment more inclusive.
The SAFEMA Tribunal upheld the attachment of a 1998 insurance policy, asserting that the premiums had been financed through proceeds of crime. The tribunal dismissed an appeal challenging the attachment, reinforcing the legal stance on asset recovery.
The Delhi High Court has requested the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) to clarify its authority to define 26 areas of practice, including those pertaining to law, amid concerns over professional jurisdiction.
The Madras High Court has dismissed a writ challenging the findings of the RBI Ombudsman concerning GST refunds, bank guarantee charges, and NPA classifications. The ruling emphasizes the Ombudsman's authority in addressing grievances related to banking operations.
The CBDT has granted income tax exemption to the District Legal Services Authority for FY 2026-27 on grants, donations, fees, and interest income. This exemption is contingent upon the non-commercial nature of activities and mandatory compliance with section 263(9)(c)(xiii) regarding income sources.