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The Patna High Court invalidated the Bihar government's decision to downgrade security for MP Pappu Yadav, deeming it arbitrary. The ruling emphasized adherence to due process in security matters for public figures.
The Delhi Judicial Service Association has condemned the unauthorized recording and circulation of courtroom proceedings, terming it a threat to judicial independence. District Judge Rakesh Kumar-V was recorded without consent, raising significant concerns over institutional dignity.
An Ordinance has been promulgated to raise the Supreme Court's sanctioned judge strength from 33 to 38. This amendment could enhance the court's capacity to handle cases and improve judicial efficiency.
The Tripura High Court has issued a stay on Bar Association actions against an advocate who did not participate in a court boycott. The ruling reinforces lawyers' rights to perform professional duties without coercion.
The Supreme Court addressed the distinction between judicial review and determination in the Sabarimala case. Justice Joymalya Bagchi emphasized that aspects of faith could be justiciable, influencing future religious rights cases.
The Delhi High Court has directed Jamia Millia Islamia to respond to a PIL claiming recruitment bias favoring Muslims for outsourced posts. This notice comes from a division bench amid allegations of discriminatory hiring practices.
The Delhi High Court has granted bail to female accused under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), holding that prolonged incarceration before trial is unacceptable. This landmark decision underscores legal provisions allowing for relaxation for women accused.
A petition has been filed before the Delhi High Court seeking to restrain the 'Cockroach Janta Party' from holding protests at Connaught Place, citing public disruption and financial losses.
Karnataka High Court issues notice on petition challenging government order allowing engineers to use 'Er' prefix. Next hearing set for November 16, 2026.
P Balasubramanian Menon, aged 99 and soon to turn 100, was conferred the Senior Advocate tag by the Kerala High Court, in recognition of his record-long legal career. The designation is rare for trial advocates and those over 90.
A third-year student at HPNLU Shimla is undergoing treatment after a suicide attempt; alleges false ragging complaint and university inaction in video note.
Justice Vinod Diwakar of the Allahabad High Court observed that full court meetings are often stage-managed like political confidence motions, with only 16 such meetings held in the past decade, raising concerns about judicial independence.
The recent Jan Vishwas Amendment modifies penalty provisions under the Delivery of Books Act, 1956, aiming to modernize legal deposit practices. Co-authored by law students, this analysis critiques the amendments' effectiveness in achieving substantive reform.