Author name: Arshiya Banu

In a strong rebuke, the Supreme Court of India recently questioned the priorities of state governments, observing that they seem to have sufficient funds to distribute freebies but are unable to ensure timely payment of salaries and pensions to members of the judiciary. The apex court’s remarks came during a hearing concerning delays in disbursing […]

The Bombay High Court recently ruled that medical evidence alone cannot be the sole basis for convicting an individual in sexual assault cases. This landmark ruling emphasized the importance of considering all available evidence, including testimony, circumstantial evidence, and other factors that contribute to a fair trial. Background: In the case at hand, the court

The Delhi High Court has agreed to examine the boundaries of free speech in the context of social media influencers. This comes amid rising concerns regarding the impact of influencers on public opinion, and the responsibilities they hold when sharing opinions, promoting products, or making statements on platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter. Background: The

The Supreme Court of India has emphasized that courts should exercise caution when granting bail in rape and murder cases once the trial has commenced. The court’s remarks come in the context of ensuring that the gravity of such offenses is adequately reflected in the bail decision, highlighting the need to maintain the seriousness of

The Telangana High Court has upheld the state government’s decision to remove lawyers appointed by the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) party, ruling that the appointments were politically motivated and should be revoked. This decision came after the state argued that such appointments were made without proper procedure and with the intent to serve partisan interests

The Rajasthan High Court has emphasized that not every person, regardless of their background, should be allowed to officiate a Nikah (Islamic marriage ceremony). The court’s remarks came during a case involving a dispute over the validity of a marriage where the officiating individual was not legally qualified to perform the ceremony. The bench clarified

The Karnataka High Court has ordered a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into the suicide of a woman lawyer who allegedly faced torture by the police. This decision follows the tragic incident where the lawyer, after enduring what was described as police abuse, took her own life. The case has drawn significant attention to issues

The Kerala High Court has sharply criticized a Devaswom officer for violating the established norms related to the elephant parade during a festival at the Poornathrayeesa Temple. The court’s reprimand came after the officer failed to ensure compliance with the rules designed to protect the elephants and maintain public safety during the event. Background: The

The Supreme Court of India has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to award ₹5 lakh to an 83-year-old retired police officer for his act of bravery, despite being denied financial support earlier. The retired officer, who had shown immense courage in the line of duty, had appealed for compensation after facing difficulties despite his contributions

The Karnataka High Court has issued an order for the demolition of a 15-storey residential building in Bengaluru after it was found to have been constructed illegally. The court’s ruling came after it was determined that the building violated several environmental and regulatory norms. Background: The building, located in a residential area of Bengaluru, had