Author name: Arshiya Banu

In a significant judicial development, the Karnataka High Court has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the recent price hike of Nandini milk. The PIL, filed by concerned citizens, argued that the increase in milk prices would disproportionately affect the economically weaker sections of society, exacerbating their financial burdens amid ongoing economic challenges. However, […]

The Karnataka High Court has stayed proceedings in a unique case involving Taha Hussain, accused of confining his neighbor’s pet cat. Justice M. Nagaprasanna granted interim relief after Hussain’s counsel argued that the allegations were based on insufficient evidence and CCTV footage showing the cat entering Hussain’s home. The cat was known to roam freely

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) Chennai Bench recently expressed its surprise and questioned the High Court’s authority to dictate the scheduling of cases. This reaction came in response to a directive from a High Court, which ordered the NCLAT to expedite the listing of a particular matter. The bench raised concerns about judicial

The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to the Delhi Police, requesting their response to the bail plea filed by former Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student Umar Khalid. Khalid, who has been in custody since September 2020, is accused under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) in connection with the alleged conspiracy behind the

The Supreme Court of India has upheld a decision denying maternity benefits to legal aid lawyers, affirming that these professionals, who are engaged on a contractual or empanelled basis, do not qualify as employees entitled to such benefits under the Maternity Benefit Act of 1961. Background The case in question involved legal aid lawyers who

The Kerala High Court is currently hearing a petition that challenges the release of the Justice K Hema Committee Report on the working conditions of women in the film industry. The petition was filed by Malayalam film producer Sajimon Parayil, who argues that the public disclosure of the report could compromise privacy and confidentiality, potentially

The Supreme Court of India expressed surprise at the Patna High Court’s directive, which mandated a one-year deadline for a Bihar trial court to conclude a criminal case. This decision came as part of an appeal challenging the Patna High Court’s earlier order that not only rejected a bail plea but also set an expedited

A Delhi court has issued a summons to prominent YouTuber Dhruv Rathee in a defamation case initiated by Suresh Karamshi Nakhua, a spokesperson for the BJP’s Mumbai unit. The case revolves around allegations that Rathee made defamatory statements about Nakhua in one of his videos, causing significant damage to Nakhua’s reputation. Background of the Case

The Supreme Court of India has asked the Madhya Pradesh High Court to re-evaluate its decision to terminate the services of six women civil judges. The directive was issued in response to concerns regarding the fairness of the termination process and the circumstances under which the probationary performance of these judges was assessed. Background of

The Kerala High Court has requested detailed information from the state government regarding the registration process and living conditions of migrant workers in the state. This directive aims to ensure better regulation and improve the welfare of a significant and essential part of Kerala’s workforce. Background Migrant workers form a substantial portion of Kerala’s labor