Author name: Arshiya Banu

The Madras High Court recently dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that sought the revocation of the Padma Vibhushan awarded to Jaggi Vasudev, founder of the Isha Foundation. The PIL argued that the award was unwarranted, citing alleged environmental violations and encroachments in protected areas by the foundation. The court, however, found no grounds to […]

The Delhi High Court has lifted the import ban on The Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdie, following a discovery that the original government notification imposing the ban was missing. The book, controversial since its publication in 1988, had been restricted in India due to protests and claims of blasphemy by some religious groups. However, with

The Allahabad High Court recently addressed the legal discrepancy in the minimum marriage age for men and women, calling attention to the patriarchal bias embedded in the current law. The court expressed concern over the fact that men are allowed to marry at 21, while the legal age for women is set at 18. The

In a significant turn of events, the Supreme Court of India has ordered the liquidation of Jet Airways, setting aside the previous transfer of ownership to Jalan-Kalrock Consortium (JKC). The decision brings an end to the protracted efforts to revive the airline, which had been grounded since 2019 due to severe financial distress. Background: Jet

The Supreme Court recently ruled against transferring the high-profile RG Kar rape and murder trial from West Bengal, where the case has attracted significant attention and scrutiny. The decision allows the trial to proceed within the state’s jurisdiction, despite concerns raised by the accused regarding an allegedly hostile environment and possible threats to a fair

The Supreme Court of India recently held that courts should not differentiate between government entities and private parties in arbitration disputes. This decision emphasizes that both types of parties should be treated equally under arbitration law, reinforcing a consistent approach in adjudicating contractual and arbitration issues. Background: The ruling came in response to disputes involving

The Supreme Court of India recently criticized the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) and the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) for failing to follow its directives. The Court expressed disappointment at the tribunals’ actions, which it viewed as undermining judicial authority, and highlighted issues with the tribunals’ independence amid concerns of political influence in

The Bombay High Court recently denied anticipatory bail to an individual accused of assaulting a man over suspicions of possessing beef. The incident, which occurred in the state of Maharashtra, highlights ongoing tensions and communal sensitivity regarding beef consumption, which is a contentious issue in several parts of India. Background: The accused was booked under

The Kerala High Court recently dismissed a case against a teacher accused of beating a student, bringing attention to the complex boundaries surrounding disciplinary actions in educational settings. The court emphasized the need to evaluate the intent and context of the incident before criminalizing a teacher’s actions. Background: Incident Leading to the Case The case

In a recent ruling, the Kerala High Court clarified that the establishment of Waqf Tribunals does not strip civil courts of their authority to execute decrees related to waqf properties. This decision reinforces the jurisdiction of civil courts to enforce decrees even after the formation of specialized Waqf Tribunals, affirming their role in handling execution