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Anticipatory Bail Continues Post-Chargesheet: SC
SC rules anticipatory bail under Section 438 CrPC (482 BNSS) continues unless limited and isn’t revoked by filing chargesheet.
September 29, 2026
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Supreme Court Declares UP Gangsters Act as 'Stillborn'
In a critical ruling, the Supreme Court has declared the UP Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities Act as 'stillborn' and quashed cases against two lawyers charged under it.
Aug 21, 2026Read more →
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Supreme Court Rules on Secret Arrest Under GST: Ensures Fairness
The Supreme Court has ruled that GST arrest orders under Section 69 must be communicated to the accused in advance to allow for judicial review and access to bail.
Aug 19, 2026Read more →
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Supreme Court Accepts Gender-Sensitive Guidelines in Sexual Offence Cases
The Supreme Court has accepted guidelines aimed at promoting gender-sensitive, trauma-informed, and victim-centric judicial practices in sexual offence cases. This decision seeks to enhance the treatment of victims and improve legal proceedings.
Aug 15, 2026Read more →
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Supreme Court orders CBI probe into Chhattisgarh custodial death
The Supreme Court has mandated a CBI investigation into the custodial death of a Chhattisgarh man, criticizing state authorities for their failure to pursue the matter adequately.
Aug 13, 2026Read more →
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Supreme Court Directs Immediate FIRs in Child Trafficking Cases
The Supreme Court mandates that police must register FIRs for missing persons in child trafficking cases without preliminary inquiries. This ruling aims to enhance the response to child trafficking across India.
May 23, 2026Read more →
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Supreme Court slams Chhattisgarh HC on criminal law basics
SC reprimands Chhattisgarh HC for misapplying criminal law in reducing murder conviction to culpable homicide.
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Supreme Court Hears Pleas Over Detention of CJP Protesters
The Supreme Court convened a special Sunday hearing to address the detention of activists and lawyers protesting near Jantar Mantar. Several senior advocates deposed on the excessive police response, including allegations of unlawful detentions and violence against legal professionals.
Oct 11, 2026Read more →
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₹300 Crore Fake GST Invoices: Bombay HC Denies Bail
Bombay HC rejects anticipatory bail for father and son in ₹300 crore fake GST invoicing case linked to dummy firms.
Oct 10, 2026Read more →
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GST Council Enforces Zero Tolerance for Fake ITC Fraud
The GST Council announced zero tolerance for fake ITC fraudsters using AI-driven, high-risk profiling tools to detect and prevent fraudulent claims.
Oct 9, 2026Read more →
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SAFEMA Tribunal Permits Property Attachment Under PMLA Despite Lawful Acquisition
The SAFEMA Tribunal upheld attachment of 45 properties under PMLA, ruling that even lawfully acquired or pre-crime assets may be attached if proceeds of crime are unavailable.
Oct 9, 2026Read more →
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Punjab Challenges P&H HC Order for CBI Probe into CM's OSD
Punjab has moved the Supreme Court against the Punjab and Haryana High Court’s order directing a CBI probe into corruption allegations concerning Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s OSD. The state filed an SLP seeking urgent hearing.
Oct 8, 2026Read more →
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POCSO Victim Must Be Heard Before Anticipatory Bail: Allahabad HC
The Allahabad High Court held that failing to hear a POCSO Act victim before granting anticipatory bail renders the order void ab initio due to a jurisdictional defect. The ruling underscores the mandatory nature of victim participation under the POCSO Act and its Rules.
Oct 8, 2026Read more →
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