Author name: Arshiya Banu

Background The Delhi High Court, during a hearing on bail pleas in connection with the 2020 Delhi riots, expressed strong discontent over the prolonged nature of proceedings and unnecessary delays. The court’s remarks came as it reviewed the bail applications of several accused individuals, highlighting the procedural inefficiencies and excessive reliance on peripheral evidence by […]

Background The Bombay High Court recently acquitted a man accused of raping his minor daughter, citing insufficient evidence to prove his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. The court overturned the conviction handed down by the trial court, emphasizing the importance of corroborative evidence in cases of sexual assault, especially when the sole testimony is that

Background The Supreme Court has referred the issue of whether writ petitions are maintainable against orders passed by Micro and Small Enterprises Facilitation Councils (MSEFC) under the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 (MSMED Act), to a Constitution Bench. This decision follows conflicting judicial interpretations on the scope of judicial review concerning MSEFC

Background The Supreme Court delivered a split verdict on the interim bail application of Tahir Hussain, a former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) councillor, accused in cases linked to the 2020 Delhi riots. Hussain, currently in judicial custody, had sought interim relief on grounds of personal and medical exigencies. The matter has now been referred to

Background The Bombay High Court recently imposed a ₹1 lakh cost on the Enforcement Directorate (ED) while issuing a stern warning to the agency to refrain from harassing citizens. The case stemmed from a petition filed by an individual who alleged undue harassment and overreach by the ED during the course of its investigation. The

Background In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India stayed the legal proceedings against Congress Member of Parliament (MP) Imran Pratapgarhi, who had been booked over a social media post. The case, which was filed by the Uttar Pradesh police, accuses Pratapgarhi of spreading provocative content that allegedly incited religious sentiments and disrupted public

Background The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the denial of bail to former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain, who has been incarcerated for over three years in connection with the 2020 Delhi riots. Hussain’s counsel argued that while he has been granted bail in nine other cases linked to the riots, bail was denied in

Background The Delhi High Court has rejected a plea seeking directions to the Election Commission of India (ECI) to justify the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in elections. The petition raised questions regarding the reliability and transparency of EVMs, arguing that their continued use undermines the principles of free and fair elections. The petitioner

Background The Karnataka High Court, while adjudicating a case concerning alleged marital cruelty, observed that men too can be victims of cruelty in marital disputes. This statement comes amidst an increasing number of cases where allegations of harassment or cruelty are raised during divorce or separation proceedings. The case under review involved a man accused

Background The Madras High Court recently directed an audit of the Tamil Nadu Victim Compensation Fund, raising concerns over its administration and utilization. The court issued the directive while hearing petitions related to the lack of timely compensation for victims of crimes, particularly women and children. The Tamil Nadu Victim Compensation Fund was established under