Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
FeaturedIn a pivotal ruling, the Bombay High Court addresses procedural timelines under the Trade Marks Rules, prioritizing substantive justice over strict adherence to procedures.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court ruled that the income of salaried individuals for accident compensation should be based on their income tax return (ITR) from the preceding year, while self-employed individuals' income should be averaged over the last three years. This provides clarity on compensation determination.
FeaturedThe Bombay High Court has affirmed the personal autonomy of a 21-year-old woman who left her home to avoid a forced marriage, ruling that neither the State nor her parents can compel her to return.
FeaturedThis analysis investigates the challenges posed by black-box AI technologies in the context of Indian patent law. It evaluates the compatibility of existing disclosure requirements with the complexities of modern AI inventions.
FeaturedThe Madras High Court struck down a Tamil Nadu government order that allowed converts to Islam to claim Backward Class Muslim status. The Court upheld that such a claim is unconstitutional, reaffirming the eligibility criteria for the Scheduled Classes in the state.
FeaturedAn amicus curiae report has accused the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) of neglecting building violations leading to a tragic collapse in Saket, which resulted in six deaths. The report suggests systematic failures over several years.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court ruled that a physical relationship between consenting unmarried adults does not tarnish one's character nor can it imply infidelity. This landmark judgment affirms personal freedoms in intimate relationships.
FeaturedThe Delhi High Court has recognized the right to be forgotten as part of the fundamental right to privacy, providing guidelines on masking personal details in court orders.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has instructed the Tamil Nadu government to immediately execute a time-bound plan for the removal of encroachments in the ecologically sensitive Agasthyamalai hills region.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court held that the right to trauma care is part of the right to life under Article 21. It directed all States and Union Territories to establish a standardized trauma care system for road accidents.
The Supreme Court has affirmed the legality of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, granting the Election Commission of India authority to conduct this process. The ruling underscores SIR’s role in promoting free and fair elections.
FeaturedThe Delhi High Court has directed the Registrar of Copyright to review a request for registration of a fully AI-generated artwork, raising significant questions about the adaptability of current copyright laws to non-human authorship. This case could redefine the boundaries of creativity under the Indian Copyright Act.