Legal News

Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has filed an appeal in the Karnataka High Court challenging the Governor’s sanction to prosecute him in connection with the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam. The case involves allegations of irregularities and corruption during his tenure as the Chairman of MUDA in the early 2000s. Background: The MUDA scam […]

The Delhi High Court has raised concerns over the increasing use of deepfakes, directing the Centre to provide a report on the actions being taken to curb this growing issue. Deepfakes involve the manipulation of video and audio content through artificial intelligence, often resulting in fabricated visuals that can deceive viewers into believing false narratives.

The Supreme Court of India has granted permission to Enforcement Directorate (ED) officer Ankit Tiwari to travel from Tamil Nadu to Madhya Pradesh for a specific duration. This decision comes amidst ongoing investigations concerning a case linked to alleged money laundering and other financial irregularities. Background Ankit Tiwari has been involved in high-profile investigations as

The Supreme Court of India has mandated that no tree felling can occur for the Kolkata Metro project without prior approval from the Central Empowered Committee (CEC). This ruling emphasizes the importance of environmental considerations in infrastructural developments, particularly in urban areas where green cover is vital for ecological balance. Background: The Kolkata Metro project

The Central Government has officially cleared the appointment of five distinguished lawyers as judges of the Bombay High Court. This significant move underscores the government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the judiciary and ensure a robust legal framework in Maharashtra. Background: The Bombay High Court, one of the oldest and most prominent high courts in India,

In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India expressed concerns over the government’s insufficient measures to penalize stubble burning, a significant environmental issue contributing to air pollution, particularly in northern India. The court noted that while the central government has not implemented stringent penalties for stubble burning, some states are imposing minimal fines, as

In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court upheld the decision of former Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader MM Lawrence to donate his body to a medical college after his death. The court acknowledged the leader’s long-standing commitment to social causes, emphasizing that his decision to donate his body was in line with his

In a notable ruling, the Delhi High Court addressed a legal battle between Cadbury’s Bournvita and FoodPharmer, a social media influencer. The court ruled that FoodPharmer can comment on facts regarding Bournvita but should refrain from making any disparaging or defamatory remarks against the product. Background: The case arose after FoodPharmer, through social media posts

In a significant decision, the Supreme Court of India has upheld the conviction and life imprisonment of Swami Shraddhananda for the murder of Shakereh Khaleeli, a wealthy Bangalore socialite. The court reaffirmed its earlier stance, ensuring that Shraddhananda will spend the rest of his life behind bars without any possibility of parole. Background: Shakereh Khaleeli,

In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court has instructed the Uttar Pradesh Police to reconsider the case of a man who was denied employment due to an ongoing criminal case filed under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). This case, which deals with accusations of cruelty against a woman by her husband