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FeaturedThe Allahabad High Court has directed a CBI inquiry into an alleged police encounter where the accused reportedly fired upon the police. The court seeks an independent investigation due to concerns over the incident's legitimacy.
FeaturedThe Madras High Court has quashed a customs order issued after a 14-year delay, ruling that prolonged delays are not authorized under the provisions of the Customs Act.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has granted bail to an accused under the UAPA Act after noting that prolonged detention and trial delays violated the individual's right to a speedy trial under Article 21 of the Constitution. This ruling reinforces the judiciary's commitment to upholding fundamental rights.
FeaturedIn a notable ruling, the Supreme Court bars punitive measures against students of NALSAR Law University for their dissenting protests. The Chief Justice emphasized that professional enrolment cannot be threatened as a consequence of exercising the right to express dissent.
FeaturedThe Delhi High Court upheld the Income-Tax Department's Look Out Circular (LOC), ruling that courts cannot reassess the executive satisfaction regarding economic interests. The decision reaffirms the executive's discretion in matters impacting India's economic stability.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court condemned the Bar Council of India's order preventing NALSAR students from enrollment, describing it as unwarranted. This came in response to their protests against CJI Surya Kant's presence at their convocation.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has set aside the Bombay High Court's ruling granting anticipatory bail to Sunil Biyani, emphasizing that relief cannot be provided if anticipatory bail pleas are premature. This decision underscores the importance of solid grounds in such requests under the Central Goods and Services Tax Act.
FeaturedThe Allahabad High Court has awarded ₹25 lakh as constitutional compensation to two adult sisters unlawfully confined by their father following their conversion to Islam. The court found both the father and the state responsible for violating the sisters' rights.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has directed the formation of Integrated Coordination Groups to address industrial pollution in Rajasthan water bodies, particularly the Jojari River. This decision arises from a suo motu case highlighting significant contamination threats.
FeaturedThe Bombay High Court has reversed the acquittal of Tarun Tejpal, finding him guilty of rape under various sections of the IPC. This ruling follows an appeal from the State of Goa, emphasizing the court's commitment to addressing matters of sexual assault with rigor.
FeaturedSupreme Court Justice Joymalya Bagchi has called attention to the detrimental impact of social media on judicial independence, highlighting the challenges that misinformation poses to legal proceedings. This statement underscores the need for clarity and integrity in justice.
FeaturedThe Madras High Court has ruled that GST notifications exceeding the GST Council's recommendations are ultra vires and has set aside portions of such notifications along with the consequential SCNs.
FeaturedThe Karnataka High Court has ordered action against a civil judge involved in a road rage incident. The court condemned the judge's behavior and criticized the police for acting against victims.