Legal News

The Kerala High Court has affirmed a previous ruling by a single judge to take possession of six churches, a decision that has significant implications for religious property disputes in the state. This ruling comes in the context of ongoing conflicts within various Christian denominations over church ownership and administration. Background of the Case: The […]

The Madras High Court has ruled that Siddha practitioners can engage in the practice of modern medicine, provided they adhere to certain regulations, particularly regarding the storage of allopathic drugs. This ruling has sparked a significant discussion about the integration of traditional and modern medical practices in India. Background of the Case: The issue arose

The Speaker of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly has moved the Madras High Court to challenge a defamation case filed against him by an AIADMK leader. This legal action underscores the ongoing political tensions in the state and raises questions about the limits of political discourse and accountability. Background of the Case: The defamation case

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has delivered a landmark judgment stating that professionally qualified wives cannot be automatically denied maintenance following separation or divorce. This ruling emphasizes that educational qualifications and employment status should not negate a spouse’s right to financial support, particularly in cases where the couple’s standard of living was established during

The Bombay High Court has imposed a fine of ₹5 lakh on a litigant for filing a writ petition that was deemed frivolous and without merit. The court criticized the petitioner for “taking a chance” with the legal system by filing a case that lacked substantial grounds, wasting judicial time and resources. This significant penalty

The Bombay High Court has ruled that the niece of a husband cannot be implicated in a domestic violence case, providing clarity on the legal interpretation of family relations in such cases. The decision comes as a relief to individuals who are often roped into marital disputes simply due to their familial connection with one

In an unusual move, the Madhya Pradesh High Court granted bail to a man who was booked for allegedly raising pro-Pakistan slogans, with a unique condition attached to his release. The court required the accused to salute the national flag and say “Bharat Mata ki Jai” as part of his bail conditions. This ruling, which

The Supreme Court of India, in a 4:1 verdict, upheld the constitutionality of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955. The contentious provision deals with special provisions regarding citizenship for residents of Assam, forming part of the Assam Accord signed in 1985. This landmark ruling addresses years of debate and controversy over the application of

The Supreme Court of India has rejected a petition seeking to block the swearing-in ceremony of the Haryana cabinet. The plea was filed amidst concerns about procedural discrepancies in the formation of the cabinet, but the apex court dismissed it, allowing the process to continue as planned. Case Background: The petitioners argued that there were

A historic legal battle has begun in the Supreme Court of India, challenging the marital rape exception, a long-standing provision that grants immunity to husbands from being prosecuted for non-consensual sex with their wives. This case, often framed as a fight between people and patriarchy, aims to bring justice for women who face sexual violence