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The Punjab and Haryana High Court recently ruled that a wife referring to her husband as “Hijda” (a derogatory term implying emasculation) constitutes cruelty under the law. This case underscores the court’s broader interpretation of mental cruelty within marital relationships, extending beyond physical harm to include emotional and psychological abuse. Background: In the case, the […]

The Karnataka High Court has denied bail to Prajwal Revanna, who was accused of rape. The case revolves around serious allegations, and the court’s decision came after careful consideration of the charges against him. Prajwal Revanna, a member of a prominent political family, had sought bail, but the court, in its detailed order, found the

The Supreme Court of India has expressed concerns over the misuse of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), drawing a parallel to the misuse of Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) that pertains to harassment for dowry. This remark came during a hearing where the court noted that, similar to false cases

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has raised concerns regarding the upkeep of malkhanas (storerooms) in police stations, following an incident where crucial evidence in a case was destroyed by rats. The court’s directive underlines the importance of properly maintaining these storerooms, where seized property and evidence are kept, to ensure the integrity of evidence that

The ongoing legal battle between the Asian News International (ANI) and Wikipedia raises significant questions about copyright, news dissemination, and the responsibilities of digital platforms. This dispute highlights the tensions between traditional media organizations and user-generated content platforms, emphasizing the need for clarity in copyright laws and fair use principles. Background of the Dispute Asian

Justice PS Narasimha has emphasized the necessity of establishing a dedicated Arbitration Council aimed at effectively monitoring the enforcement of arbitral awards in India. His remarks underscore the critical role of arbitration in resolving disputes, especially in commercial contexts, and the need for a robust framework to support its implementation. Importance of an Arbitration Council

Justice Hima Kohli is set to speak at a significant event commemorating the centenary of women in law in India. This milestone event aims to celebrate the contributions of women legal professionals over the past 100 years and highlight the progress made in gender equality within the legal profession. Significance of the Event The event

Justice Prathiba M Singh has emphasized the necessity of establishing an Arbitration Data Repository (ADR 2.0) akin to the National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG) to improve transparency within the arbitration framework in India. Her advocacy for this initiative stems from the pressing need to gather and analyze data regarding arbitration proceedings, which she believes is

Kartar Singh Tanwar, a former member of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and MLA from the Bawana constituency, has approached the Delhi High Court contesting his recent disqualification from the Assembly. This move comes in the wake of a notice issued by the Delhi Assembly, which cited his alleged involvement in a series of anti-party

The Delhi High Court has recently declined a request to stay the termination of ‘Green Card’ privileges granted to the children of Gymkhana Club members. This decision has sparked discussions about the rights of club members and the implications of such policies on familial benefits. Background The ‘Green Card’ system was designed to offer various