Author name: Arshiya Banu

Background Advocate Kunal Memani has been appointed as the Standing Counsel for the State of West Bengal in the Supreme Court of India. The appointment is a significant step in bolstering the state’s legal representation at the highest judicial forum. Memani’s appointment reflects his professional expertise and the trust placed in him to handle sensitive […]

Background The Advocates Association of Bengaluru (AAB) has canceled its upcoming elections after the Supreme Court directed that 33% of the seats in the association’s governing body be reserved for women lawyers. The decision follows a recent Supreme Court order emphasizing the need for greater representation of women in leadership roles within the legal profession.

Background The Delhi High Court took a strong stance against the practice of releasing pleadings to the media before they are reviewed by the courts. The observation came during the hearing of a case where the media had reported details of the pleadings even before the court had the opportunity to evaluate them. The court

Background In a sharp reprimand to a man convicted under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (cruelty towards a woman by her husband or his relatives), the Supreme Court highlighted the irony of worshipping goddesses like Laxmi and Saraswati while failing to provide for his own daughters. The case involved allegations of domestic cruelty,

Background The Delhi High Court recently rejected a plea filed by BJP MLAs seeking a special sitting of the Delhi Legislative Assembly to table reports from the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India. The petitioners argued that the reports, which are crucial for public accountability and transparency, had not been tabled as required by

Background The Delhi High Court has observed that men, like women, can also be victims of cruelty in marriage and are entitled to the same legal protections under the law. This statement was made during a case involving a marital dispute, where the court highlighted the need for a balanced approach in addressing issues of

Background The Supreme Court of India has quashed a 2007 criminal case filed against PepsiCo, which alleged the company violated food safety and consumer protection laws. The case was initiated based on claims that the company’s products contained hazardous ingredients, potentially endangering public health. PepsiCo faced legal scrutiny after reports emerged in the mid-2000s alleging

Background The Punjab Government informed the Supreme Court about the ongoing developments in addressing the concerns of farmers protesting in the state. Key updates included the scheduling of talks with farmer representatives for February 14, 2025, and the medical condition of farmer leader Jagjit Dallewal, who has been receiving medical aid due to health concerns.

Background The Gujarat High Court Advocates’ Association (GHCAA) has publicly disowned the apology tendered by Advocate General Kamal Trivedi to Chief Justice Sunita Agarwal regarding a heated exchange involving the Bar President, senior advocate Asim Pandya. The spat occurred during a recent court proceeding, escalating tensions between the judiciary and the Bar. The disagreement originated

Background Actor Dhanush has approached the Madras High Court asserting his copyright ownership over various creative elements from the 2015 Tamil film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, including the costumes worn by actress Nayanthara in the movie. The case revolves around a dispute concerning intellectual property rights and their extent in creative works, particularly in the film