Author name: Arshiya Banu

The Kerala High Court has directed the strict enforcement of the Food Safety and Standards Act at shawarma eateries across the state. The order comes in response to concerns regarding hygiene and food safety standards at these establishments, especially in light of reports of unsafe practices in food preparation. Background: Shawarma eateries have become increasingly […]

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that an allegation of a wife frequently quarrelling with her husband is insufficient to prove cruelty in a divorce case. The Court emphasized that allegations must be supported by substantial evidence to establish cruelty as a ground for divorce. Background: In this case, a husband filed for divorce, citing

The consumer forum has ordered compensation to a man who filed a complaint about substandard lounge facilities at the New Delhi railway station. The forum found that the services provided did not meet the promised standards, and the complainant was entitled to redress. Background: The complainant had booked access to a lounge at the New

A Muslim man has approached the Bombay High Court seeking the release of his Hindu partner from a shelter home, where she was placed after being found living with him. The case has raised questions regarding individual rights, interfaith relationships, and the protection of women in such circumstances. Background: The woman, a Hindu, had been

The Uttarakhand State Government has informed the Uttarakhand High Court that it has not granted permission for the proposed Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) Mahapanchayat, following concerns raised about the protection of a mosque. The government’s stance comes amid a petition seeking the preservation of the mosque and maintenance of law and order during the event.

The Supreme Court of India has upheld the land acquisition process for the Yamuna Expressway project, rejecting petitions challenging the acquisition of land for the construction of the expressway. The Court’s ruling supports the government’s stance on the public utility of the project and the legality of the land acquisition procedures. Background: The land acquisition

The Kerala High Court has directed the formation of a nodal officer for the Special Investigation Team (SIT) tasked with probing the ongoing sexual harassment allegations within the Malayalam film industry, Mollywood. This direction comes as part of efforts to streamline the investigation process and ensure that the case is handled efficiently and transparently. Background:

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has approached the Kerala High Court seeking the release of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in Thrissur, where a case has been filed against actor-politician Suresh Gopi in connection with alleged election violations. The ECI’s petition comes as the investigation into the matter has prompted questions regarding the handling and

Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has called for the implementation of stricter laws to regulate and curb the spread of vulgar and inappropriate content on social media and OTT platforms. The minister emphasized the importance of balancing freedom of expression with the need to protect societal values. Background: Vaishnaw’s remarks came

A recent report from the Supreme Court has highlighted that law students across India are under-equipped to effectively assist clients seeking legal aid, emphasizing the need for reforms in legal education to address this gap. The report draws attention to the mismatch between academic training and practical legal skills required for real-world legal aid services.