Author name: Arshiya Banu

The Bombay High Court recently quashed an FIR lodged by a judicial officer against her in-laws, citing a lack of sufficient evidence and calling for caution in family disputes. Background: The judicial officer had filed a First Information Report (FIR) against her husband and in-laws alleging harassment and domestic violence. The accusations included severe claims […]

The Kerala High Court has ruled that the principle of estoppel cannot be invoked when a court needs to correct its own error. The judgment underscores the judiciary’s duty to ensure justice, even if it requires revisiting previous decisions. Background: The case involved a dispute where a party argued that the principle of estoppel barred

The Central Government has informed the Delhi High Court that a committee is being established to examine the issue of deepfakes. This move comes amid growing concerns about the misuse of artificial intelligence to create deceptive content that could harm individuals or compromise public trust. Background: Deepfakes involve the use of AI to manipulate or

The Supreme Court of India recently raised the question of whether newly proposed criminal laws should be given a chance to be tested and implemented, amidst concerns about their potential impact on the justice system. The remarks came during a hearing on proposed amendments to existing criminal laws. Background: The discussion revolves around several proposed

The Kerala High Court recently quashed a case filed against Goa Governor, P. S. Sreedharan Pillai, regarding his speech criticizing the Sabarimala judgment. The case was dismissed, with the court ruling that the speech did not warrant legal action. Background: The case was filed following a speech made by the Goa Governor in which he

The Delhi High Court has proposed a solution to address the ongoing blame game between the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) in matters of encroachment removal. The court’s suggestions aim to streamline the process and ensure more effective action in tackling illegal encroachments across the city. Background: Encroachments in

The Allahabad High Court recently granted interim bail to an individual accused under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, imposing the condition that the accused marry the victim, who has consented to the marriage. This decision has sparked debate over the balance between legal procedures and personal circumstances in cases involving minors.

The Supreme Court of India is set to deliver its much-awaited verdict on the inclusion of secularism in the Preamble of the Constitution. The case has garnered significant attention, with the court poised to decide on the interpretation of secularism as a core feature of India’s constitutional framework. Background: The issue emerged from a petition

Following a reprimand from the Supreme Court, the Goa government has revised its pension rules for employees of the Bombay High Court’s Goa Bench. The amendments aim to address the concerns raised by the apex court regarding the state’s failure to provide timely pension benefits to retired employees of the court. Background: The issue stemmed

A group of concerned parents has approached the Supreme Court, challenging the Delhi government’s decision to close schools due to severe air pollution. They argue that closing schools is not a viable solution, as children face similar health risks at home and miss out on critical education. Background: Delhi’s air quality has been deteriorating every