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In a significant ruling, the Karnataka High Court quashed a case filed against *Priyank Kanoongo, the chairperson of the **National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), for his controversial tweet in which he allegedly compared a Muslim orphanage to the **Taliban. The court’s decision to set aside the charges brought against the NCPCR chief […]

In a crucial move toward protecting the environment, the Supreme Court of India has stayed the felling of nearly 25,000 trees for the expansion of the Bijwasan railway station in Delhi. This interim order was issued in response to concerns raised over the environmental impact of such large-scale deforestation in the city, which is already

In a ruling that underscores the sanctity of the democratic process, the Supreme Court of India has held that a candidate who is lawfully elected through a democratic process cannot be barred from assuming office without valid and substantial legal reasons. The judgment reaffirms the principle that once a candidate has been chosen by the

In a progressive judgment emphasizing the need for a humane approach to the justice system, the Supreme Court of India recently granted bail to an indigent convict without requiring the usual financial surety. The court underscored the principle that the justice system cannot remain blind to the plight of financially disadvantaged individuals and must adopt

In a key ruling, the Bombay High Court recently addressed whether it is mandatory to make every losing candidate a party in an election petition. The issue arose in a case where a candidate challenged the election results but did not include every unsuccessful candidate as a respondent in the petition. Legal Question at Hand

In a significant move toward enhancing gender equality and ensuring a safe workplace within the judiciary, Justice BV Nagarathna has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Supreme Court’s Gender Sensitisation and Internal Complaints Committee (GSICC). The appointment is seen as a progressive step in fostering a more inclusive and gender-sensitive environment within the judicial

In a recent hearing, the Supreme Court of India made headlines by rejecting a plea seeking relaxation of the prescribed dress code for lawyers during the summer months. The plea, which called for allowing more casual attire like kurta-pyjama for lawyers due to extreme heat, was firmly dismissed by the court. The bench, emphasizing the

In an exciting development, *Emerge Legal, a well-regarded law firm, has announced the promotion of *Aarushi Mahajan to the position of Head of the Litigation Department. Aarushi’s elevation reflects her outstanding contributions to the firm and her growing influence in the field of litigation. Aarushi Mahajan’s Journey at Emerge Legal Aarushi Mahajan has been a

In a landmark directive, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has instructed the Director General of Police (DGP) to establish a Serious Crimes Investigation Supervision Team (SCIST) in every district across the state. This move is aimed at improving the efficiency, oversight, and effectiveness of investigations into serious and heinous crimes, ensuring that such cases are

In an exciting development for the legal tech industry, CaseMine’s AMICUS, an AI-driven legal research and analysis tool, can now draft legal documents, transforming how law firms and legal professionals approach document preparation. This advancement highlights the growing influence of artificial intelligence in the legal domain, promising efficiency, accuracy, and time-saving benefits. The Evolution of