Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has quashed outdated criminal proceedings and requested data on pending cases in the Allahabad HC, highlighting the need for timely justice.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 Kerala High Court dismissed a writ petition challenging GST recovery, ruling that a taxpayer cannot remain silent during adjudication and later approach the court when recovery proceedings begin.
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.
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.
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.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court directed state police to produce two individuals detained en route to Delhi for the CJP protest. The bench permitted safe return arrangements but insisted on judicial oversight, balancing individual liberty and preventive detention concerns.
The ITAT has held that statements, spot verification, and post-search inquiries alone cannot serve as incriminating material to justify additions under Section 153A, deleting loan and interest disallowances under Sections 68 and 69C.
The Gujarat High Court held that reopening a scrutiny assessment is invalid if it is based on a mere change of opinion or misreading of an audit report, without fresh tangible material indicating escapement of income.