Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
The CBDT has exempted the District Legal Services Authority from income tax for FY 2026-27 on several income sources, promoting non-commercial legal services. This exemption is conditional on compliance with applicable regulations.
As India revisits its library and archival exceptions, Maneesha Gupta discusses the urgent need for updates to facilitate digital preservation. The examination highlights both challenges and opportunities for researchers.
The Delhi High Court has ruled that advocates should only be summoned in rare and exceptional circumstances after a writ petition was withdrawn. This ruling sets a significant precedent regarding the summons of legal representatives in judicial proceedings.
The Delhi High Court reaffirmed that advocates should only be summoned in exceptional circumstances, highlighting the importance of respecting legal practitioners' time and professional space.
The Calcutta High Court ruled that requiring Income Tax Returns as income proof is not applicable for salaried government employees, directing Oriental Insurance to comply.
The Advocates' Association Bengaluru has protested against the administrative collapse within the courts, expressing frustration at the Chief Justice's perceived indifference to long-standing issues.
CJI Surya Kant expressed the court's readiness to intervene if the Supreme Court metro station does not reopen by afternoon, addressing the disruptions faced by legal professionals due to ongoing student protests.
The Debt Recovery Appellate Tribunal (DRAT) Chennai denied a 2417-day delay request, affirming the dismissal of the recovery appeal against a Debt Recovery Tribunal (DRT) order. The tribunal emphasized the need for prompt actions in recovery matters.
The Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association (SCAORA) has urged the Supreme Court to withdraw the proposed mandatory disclosure requirement for lawyers using AI tools. SCAORA argues that advocates are already held responsible for the accuracy of their filings under the existing Advocates Act.
The Bar Council of India has mandated law students to submit an undertaking ensuring compliance with social media ethics before admission and internships. This reflects evolving standards in legal education.
The Supreme Court dismissed a miscellaneous application challenging its own signed order, declaring it not maintainable and imposing a cost. This ruling affirms the finality of judgments and the procedural integrity of the court's orders.
The Allahabad High Court upheld the rejection of a plaint under Order VII Rule 11 for deficiencies in adverse possession claims and inadequate declarations. This ruling stresses the importance of precise pleadings in civil litigation.