Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court reaffirmed the constitutional safeguards under Article 20, emphasizing protections against retrospective punishment and double jeopardy.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court ruled that authorities implementing measures against aggressive stray dogs cannot face criminal charges. The ruling allows for euthanisation of rabid or dangerous dogs to protect public safety.
FeaturedThe Kerala High Court has permitted a transgender man to freeze and store his eggs, marking a progressive step for reproductive rights. The ruling challenges previous limitations under the ART Act, 2021.
FeaturedCJI Surya Kant proposed that the judiciary must operate round the clock, akin to hospitals, to better serve the public's needs. This call for modernization emphasizes technological integration in the legal system.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court expressed reservations about its previous ruling denying bail to Umar Khalid, affirming that bail should be the default in UAPA cases. The Court's recent decision grants bail to another accused, potentially shifting the landscape of judicial precedence in similar cases.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has quashed outdated criminal proceedings and requested data on pending cases in the Allahabad HC, highlighting the need for timely justice.
FeaturedThe Constitution (One Hundred and Sixth Amendment) Act, 2023 introduces a one-third reservation for women in legislative bodies. The article discusses the constitutional basis for this amendment and its implications for women's political participation.
The Karnataka High Court has quashed an order to return nine dogs to their owner accused of cruelty, emphasizing animal rights as integral to constitutional morality.
The Karnataka High Court upheld the Karnataka Information Commission's disciplinary actions against BDA Secretary Shivakumar CL, stressing the importance of accountability in public administration.
The Bombay High Court dismissed an LLM student's plea, emphasizing the need for discipline in legal practice. It criticized her reckless allegations against her university and peers, warning future lawyers against engaging in scurrilous litigation.
The Supreme Court has declined to entertain a petition from a Himachal Pradesh judge challenging the Collegium's recommendation for judicial appointments. The court ruled that entertaining such a petition would open unnecessary legal avenues.
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court questioning the legality of Deepak Prakash's reappointment as a Bihar Minister despite his unelected status. The case raises important constitutional questions about ministerial appointments.