Author name: Arshiya Banu

In a recent ruling on the Badlapur sexual assault case, the Bombay High Court underscored the importance of educating boys about respecting women, coining the phrase “Beta Padhao, Beti Bachao” (Educate Sons, Save Daughters). The court’s remarks highlighted the need for a shift in societal mindset, focusing on raising boys with a deep understanding of […]

A consumer court recently ordered OYO Rooms, a prominent online hospitality service provider, and a guest house in Delhi to pay ₹16 lakh in damages to a customer whose National Law University (NLU) admission dream was allegedly dashed due to a poor experience during his stay. The judgment highlights the growing scrutiny on service providers

The Gujarat High Court has issued a strong rebuke to the State government for its failure to justify a five-year delay in filing an appeal. The case, which has raised serious questions about the efficiency and accountability of state authorities, involved the government’s delayed attempt to challenge a lower court’s decision. The court’s remarks reflect

Zee Studios has approached the Bombay High Court seeking the release of the censor certificate for the upcoming movie ‘Emergency,’ directed by and starring Kangana Ranaut. The film, which delves into one of India’s most contentious periods, the Emergency declared in 1975, has been eagerly anticipated. The studio’s petition comes after delays in obtaining the

The Bar Council of India (BCI) has announced that the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) XIX will be held on November 24. The AIBE is a mandatory examination for law graduates in India who wish to practice law. Clearing this exam is essential to obtain the “Certificate of Practice,” which is required for practicing law

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed before the Kerala High Court seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the Justice Hema Committee Report. The report, which was submitted to the Kerala government, addresses issues of sexual harassment and exploitation faced by women in the Malayalam film industry. The petitioner argues that

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Delhi High Court against Netflix, challenging the portrayal of the hijackers in its series “IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack.” The petitioner has alleged that the series distorts the identities and backgrounds of the hijackers involved in the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC 814,

The Supreme Court of India has made a significant ruling that bail should not be denied by High Courts solely on the grounds that a trial is being expedited. The court emphasized that the right to bail is a fundamental aspect of personal liberty, and expediting a trial does not automatically justify the denial of

The Supreme Court of India has directed Additional Solicitor General (ASG) SV Raju not to refer to undertrials as “criminals,” emphasizing that individuals accused of crimes should not be labeled as such until they are proven guilty by a competent court of law. The court’s remarks came during a hearing, reinforcing the principle of the

The Bombay High Court has raised concerns over the practice of “robotic adjournments” frequently sought by the state government in legal matters. The court criticized the state for routinely requesting adjournments without substantial reasons, which leads to unnecessary delays in the administration of justice and a backlog of cases. Background of the Court’s Observation: The