Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
FeaturedThe Delhi High Court has ruled on personality rights in favor of Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj, addressing the murky terrain of IP laws regarding personal likenesses and public commentary. This decision may influence future cases in the sphere of personality rights.
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FeaturedThe Supreme Court has quashed outdated criminal proceedings and requested data on pending cases in the Allahabad HC, highlighting the need for timely justice.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.
Former CM Siddaramaiah files defamation suit in Bengaluru seeking takedown of videos linking him to a honey-trap. Court reserves order on interim injunction to restrain publication.
Madras High Court upheld the resignation of six AIADMK MLAs who joined TVK, ruling disqualification proceedings remain valid. Speaker given two months to decide disqualification pleas.
Madras HC upheld FCRA rejection of a trust that concealed its religious character by labelling Zen activities as non-religious.
Maharashtra’s 2025 amendment limiting lifetime trustees in public trusts has implications for corporate governance structures where trusts hold controlling stakes, notably Tata Sons. Legal debate centres on whether the move is reform or legislative overreach.