Author name: Arshiya Banu

The Bombay High Court has ruled that a wife’s decision to withdraw her consent for a mutual divorce cannot be used as a basis to dismiss a pending case of cruelty filed under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code. The judgment highlights the independence of criminal proceedings from matrimonial disputes. Background: The case involved […]

The Allahabad High Court has directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to investigate allegations of misconduct against a former presiding officer of the Debt Recovery Tribunal (DRT). The court’s decision underscores the judiciary’s commitment to ensuring accountability and transparency within its institutions. Background: The matter pertains to allegations of corruption and misuse of authority

Former Supreme Court judge Justice HS Bedi has passed away, marking the end of a distinguished legal career. Justice Bedi, known for his significant contributions to Indian jurisprudence, served on the apex court from 2007 to 2011 and left a lasting legacy through his judgments and legal expertise. Background: Justice HS Bedi was appointed to

The Gujarat High Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the inclusion of the Bhagwad Gita in the school curriculum, terming the plea as an act of “propaganda” rather than a genuine concern. The court upheld the state’s decision, emphasizing its educational and cultural significance. Background: The PIL argued that teaching the Bhagwad Gita

The Supreme Court of India has suggested establishing a courtroom within Tihar Jail to facilitate the cross-examination of terror convict Yasin Malik. The proposal aims to address security concerns while ensuring judicial proceedings continue without delay. Background: Yasin Malik, a separatist leader from Jammu and Kashmir, was convicted on charges of terror funding and waging

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) informed the Delhi High Court that it has obtained the requisite sanction to prosecute Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in connection with the alleged irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy. The submission was made during the ongoing hearings into the case involving several high-profile figures. Background: The Delhi Excise Policy case

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed the closure of 18 state-owned hotels operated under the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC). The decision comes in response to concerns over the financial viability of these establishments, which have been incurring significant losses. Background: HPTDC operates a network of hotels across Himachal Pradesh to promote tourism.

The Rajasthan High Court has quashed a case filed against Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The case stemmed from alleged remarks made by Shetty during a public appearance, which were claimed to be offensive to certain communities. Background: The complaint was filed in 2007, accusing

The Kerala High Court has quashed a case against three individuals accused of waving black flags at the convoy of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan during a protest. The court ruled that peaceful demonstrations, including symbolic protests like waving black flags, are fundamental rights protected under the Constitution. Background: The case arose from an incident where

The Delhi High Court has directed the State Bank of India (SBI) to compensate a victim of cyber fraud, ruling in favor of the petitioner who had lost a significant amount of money due to fraudulent transactions. The court’s decision emphasizes the responsibility of banks to ensure the security of their customers’ accounts and to