Author name: Arshiya Banu

The Supreme Court has issued important guidelines regarding the deferment of cross-examination of witnesses in criminal trials. This decision underscores the importance of adhering to established procedures to ensure the integrity and efficiency of the judicial process. Key Points of the Ruling:

A significant development has occurred in the ongoing sexual harassment case involving West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose. The complainant, a contractual employee at the Raj Bhavan in Kolkata, has escalated the matter to the Supreme Court. She alleges that the governor inappropriately touched her on two occasions—April 24 and May 2, 2024. According to

The Punjab & Haryana High Court’s first order on the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) highlighted several key changes and implications brought by the new legislation, which replaces the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). Here are the main points addressed by the court: Overall, the Punjab & Haryana High Court acknowledged the potential benefits of

In a significant ruling, the Madras High Court has emphasized that the legal profession should not be treated as a business. The court called for the removal of online advertisements by lawyers, reinforcing the ethical standards expected within the legal community. Key Points of the Ruling: This ruling underscores the importance of maintaining the integrity

The Calcutta High Court recently delivered a significant ruling affirming that the police cannot curtail the freedom of citizens who highlight corruption, even if it involves members of the ruling party. This judgment underscores the protection of free speech and the right to expose corruption without fear of retaliation. Case Background The case involved allegations

The Kerala High Court has recently appointed a new Devaswom Commissioner for the Travancore Devaswom Board. This decision comes as part of the court’s ongoing efforts to ensure the effective administration and management of the board, which oversees numerous temples in Kerala, including the prominent Sabarimala temple. The court emphasized the importance of maintaining traditional

In a recent judgment, the Rajasthan High Court addressed whether Lok Adalats can dismiss cases if one of the parties refuses to appear before them. This ruling is crucial as it clarifies the procedural boundaries and the role of Lok Adalats in dispute resolution. Role and Limitations of Lok Adalats Lok Adalats are an alternative

In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court addressed the issue of determining the age of a victim under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act through bone ossification tests. This judgment is significant as it clarifies the judicial stance on the reliability and limitations of such medical tests in legal proceedings involving

The Delhi Police has approached the Supreme Court, challenging the Delhi High Court’s decision to grant bail to the four men convicted in the 2008 murder case of journalist Soumya Viswanathan. This appeal follows a plea by Soumya’s mother, Madhavi Vishwanathan, who has expressed grave concerns over the bail granted to the convicts. Background of

The Supreme Court of India has directed a trial court in Gujarat to explain the delays in the trial of a Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) case. This directive highlights the judiciary’s concern over prolonged judicial processes that impact the rights of the accused. Background The NDPS Act, which aims to combat drug trafficking