Author name: Arshiya Banu

A petition challenging the ₹3,500 fee for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) was recently heard by the Telangana High Court. The petitioner, a law student, contended that the fee imposed by the Bar Council of India (BCI) is arbitrary and burdensome, particularly for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Background: The Bar Council of India […]

The Karnataka High Court recently expressed concern over the High Court Legal Services Committee (HCLSC) frequently filing Public Interest Litigations (PILs). The court highlighted the need for scrutiny regarding whether these PILs genuinely serve public interest or unnecessarily burden the judiciary. Background: The HCLSC, established to assist underprivileged litigants, has been proactive in filing PILs

The Bombay High Court recently held that shouting the words “mara mara” (kill, kill) at a crime scene does not automatically prove an intention to commit murder. The ruling underscores the necessity of corroborating evidence to establish a clear intent to kill in criminal cases. Background: The case revolved around a heated altercation in which

In a landmark ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed that District Collectors and Superintendents of Police (SPs) will bear accountability for any instances of noise pollution in their respective jurisdictions. Background: The case originated from complaints about unchecked noise pollution caused by loudspeakers, construction activities, and vehicular honking, adversely affecting public health

The Kerala High Court has issued a series of directives to ensure the welfare of captive elephants, mandating adequate rest periods, restrictions on parades, and proper care to uphold ethical treatment. Background: The case arose from concerns over the inhumane treatment of captive elephants used in festivals and other cultural events across Kerala. Reports highlighted

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that the existence of a mental disorder in a spouse does not automatically justify the grant of divorce, emphasizing that the condition must make it impossible for the other spouse to live with the afflicted partner. Background: The case involved a husband seeking divorce under the Hindu Marriage Act,

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has issued contempt notices to police officers in connection with the alleged strip-searching of students during an investigation, describing the incident as a serious violation of fundamental rights. Background: The case emerged when students from a local educational institution accused the police of subjecting them to strip searches as part

The Bombay High Court has ruled that sexual intercourse with a minor wife constitutes rape under Indian law, emphasizing that the marital rape exception in Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) does not apply to minors. Background: The case arose when a man was accused of raping his 17-year-old wife. He invoked the

The Kerala High Court has ruled that postpartum depression cannot be a valid reason to permanently withdraw a child’s custody from the mother. The court emphasized that mental health issues, if managed and treated effectively, should not undermine a mother’s right to care for her child. Background: The case involved a custody dispute where the

The Allahabad High Court has stated that lawyers have a responsibility to ensure that the reputation of judges is not maligned, emphasizing the need for respect for the judiciary. The court made these remarks in response to comments made by a lawyer during proceedings that were deemed disrespectful to the judiciary. Background: The case arose