Author name: Arshiya Banu

The Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly has passed a resolution advocating the establishment of a High Court bench in Kurnool. The proposal aims to address the geographical imbalance and improve access to judicial services in the Rayalaseema region. Background: Andhra Pradesh currently has its High Court located in Amaravati, established after the bifurcation of the state […]

The Bombay High Court has dismissed a case against three lawyers accused of assaulting CBI officers, ruling that asking officers to show identification cannot be considered an act of assault. The court’s decision emphasizes the importance of procedural propriety during investigative actions. Background: The case originated when the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted a

The Karnataka High Court has dismissed the anticipatory bail application of Prajwal Revanna, a politician accused in a fourth sexual assault case. The court’s decision underscores the seriousness of the allegations and the need for thorough investigation without interference. Background: Prajwal Revanna, who has faced multiple allegations of sexual assault, sought anticipatory bail after being

The Kerala High Court condemned political parties for organizing a flash hartal in Wayanad, a region struggling to recover from a recent landslide. The court criticized the lack of sensitivity shown by political entities during a time of crisis and emphasized the detrimental impact of such actions on relief operations and daily life. Background: Wayanad

A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Kerala High Court urging local authorities to designate custodians for living wills, a legal provision that allows individuals to refuse medical treatment under specified conditions. The plea emphasizes the need to enforce the Supreme Court’s guidelines on living wills to ensure dignity in end-of-life care.

The Supreme Court has stayed the disqualification of six Congress MLAs from Himachal Pradesh after a recent High Court ruling. The top court’s intervention allows the legislators to retain their positions while the legal dispute is being resolved. Background: The six Congress MLAs faced disqualification after allegations of violating anti-defection laws surfaced. The Himachal Pradesh

The Delhi High Court has upheld a ₹1,378 crore liability against BPL Limited in a case involving loan repayment, rejecting the company’s arguments against the “exorbitant” interest rate imposed. The court ruled that the terms of the agreement, including the interest rate, were contractually agreed upon and enforceable. Background: BPL Limited had entered into a

The Supreme Court of India has reprimanded the Finance Ministry for assigning Debt Recovery Tribunals (DRTs) the task of data collation, arguing that such administrative burdens divert tribunals from their primary function of resolving cases. The court emphasized that this practice undermines the purpose of the tribunals and delays justice in crucial financial disputes. Background:

The Supreme Court of India has appointed 13 senior lawyers to oversee the implementation of a ban on the entry of trucks into Delhi as part of efforts to curb the city’s worsening air pollution. This move comes as Delhi grapples with severe air quality, prompting urgent judicial and administrative intervention to address the crisis.

The Supreme Court of India is set to decide on the transfer of the ongoing legal disputes related to the Gyanvapi mosque and Kashi Vishwanath temple to the Allahabad High Court. The matter involves multiple petitions concerning the ownership, religious significance, and legal status of the two historic sites, and the apex court will determine