Legal News

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has closed the contempt case against 274 followers of godman Rampal, who were accused of obstructing law enforcement authorities during an operation to arrest him in 2014. The court’s decision marks a significant development in a long-running legal matter involving Rampal’s followers. Background: In 2014, Rampal, a self-styled spiritual […]

Justice Sanjiv Khanna has taken oath as the 51st Chief Justice of India, succeeding Justice DY Chandrachud. His appointment marks a new chapter in the leadership of India’s judiciary, with expectations of continuing the reforms and upholding the constitutional values of justice and equality. Background: Justice Khanna, who was serving as a judge in the

The Supreme Court of India has agreed to examine the procedure under the Tree Preservation Act concerning the cutting of trees in Delhi. This review comes amid concerns over the environmental impact of tree removal and the need for a transparent, legal process that balances urban development with environmental conservation. Background: The case arose after

The Karnataka High Court has ruled that a wife cannot be held liable for her husband’s suicide based solely on allegations of an illicit relationship. The court’s judgment emphasizes the need for clear evidence of causation between the alleged actions and the tragic outcome. Background: In this case, the husband’s family filed a complaint alleging

The Allahabad High Court has disapproved of a request made by the state bar body to refrain from passing any adverse orders against lawyers. The court’s rejection of this plea underscores the principle of judicial independence and the need for the legal system to operate without undue influence or bias, even from professional associations. Background:

The Supreme Court of India has issued a directive to make the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Rules mandatory, emphasizing the need for accessible infrastructure and services to ensure equal rights and opportunities for persons with disabilities. Background: The RPWD Act of 2016 aims to provide comprehensive protection and promotion of the rights of

A convict in Kerala has approached the Kerala High Court with a petition seeking an increase in the wages provided to prisoners and a revision of the current restrictions on permissible phone contacts for inmates. The petition emphasizes that such changes would improve the welfare of prisoners and their ability to maintain family ties during

Chief Justice Manmohan of the Delhi High Court has raised alarm over the deteriorating health of judges and court staff, attributing it to high levels of burnout. The Chief Justice emphasized the urgent need for measures to alleviate workload stress and improve well-being in the judiciary. Background: The legal profession is notoriously demanding, with judges

The Delhi High Court has directed authorities to submit a comprehensive medical report detailing the health condition of Yasin Malik, a convict in multiple terror-related cases. The court’s order comes in response to recent submissions regarding Malik’s health, with his legal team seeking clarity on his medical condition and any necessary interventions. Background: Yasin Malik,

In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has clarified that a woman entering a hotel room with a man does not automatically imply her consent to sexual activity. The judgment reinforces the principle that consent must be explicit and unambiguous, regardless of the context or location. Background: The case involved allegations of sexual assault,