Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
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 Telangana High Court has declined to grant interim protection from arrest to Bandi Sai Bageerath in a POCSO Act case, reserving its verdict after a late-night hearing.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has quashed outdated criminal proceedings and requested data on pending cases in the Allahabad HC, highlighting the need for timely justice.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 Supreme Court has quashed criminal proceedings pending for 35 years, citing violations of the right to speedy trial. It also requested comprehensive data from the Allahabad High Court regarding criminal case backlog.
Justice BV Nagarathna emphasized rehabilitation over punishment in juvenile justice, stating that the system must protect children even when they commit offences. She highlighted systemic challenges in implementation and the need for holistic reform.
Himachal Pradesh High Court upheld acquittal under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, ruling that complainant failed to prove financial capacity to advance the alleged loan.
Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das, and Ashutosh Ranka were released by a Special Executive Magistrate after being detained by Delhi Police upon arrival from Mumbai. They were detained ahead of a planned protest at Jantar Mantar.
Bombay HC denies bail in ₹13 crore fake GST ITC case involving 12 non-existent suppliers; invoices lacked actual supply.
Bombay High Court denies anticipatory bail in a ₹29.7 crore fake GST ITC case involving non-existent firms, citing necessity of custodial interrogation.
Bombay High Court denies anticipatory bail in a ₹23 crore fake ITC case, citing need for custodial interrogation to probe shell companies and fraudulent invoicing.
The Delhi High Court dismissed petitions seeking action against politicians for hate speeches linked to the 2020 Delhi riots and an SIT probe into police conduct at Jamia Millia Islamia during 2019 CAA protests. The Court held existing probes sufficient.
Gujarat High Court granted regular bail in an e-way bill forgery case, subject to deposit of ₹29.30 lakh as tax and compliance with standard conditions.