SC Split Verdict on Corruption Probe Shield for Officials
Supreme Court judges differ on Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act. One calls it illegal, another suggests Lokpal oversight to fix defects.
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SC Split Verdict on Anti-Graft Law's Prior Approval Clause
The Supreme Court delivered a split verdict on Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act. Justice Nagarathna called it unconstitutional, while Justice Viswanathan upheld it with conditions.
Madras HC Overturns Rape Conviction in Deaf-Mute Case
Madras High Court modifies rape conviction to cheating, citing procedural lapses in recording deaf-mute survivor's statement and lack of specific sign language documentation.
SC Split Verdict on Corruption Law's Prior Approval Clause
The Supreme Court delivered a split verdict on Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, with one judge calling it unconstitutional while another upheld it with conditions.
SC Split Verdict on Anti-Corruption Law's Prior Approval
The Supreme Court delivered a split verdict on the constitutionality of a 2018 provision requiring prior approval to investigate public servants under anti-corruption law.
SC Split Verdict on Corruption Act's Section 17A
The Supreme Court has delivered a split verdict on Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, which mandates sanction to probe government servants. The case will now go to CJI Surya Kant for forming a larger bench.
SC Split Verdict on Corruption Probe Shield for Officials
Supreme Court delivers split verdict on Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act. Justices differ on whether prior government approval is needed for probing officials.
SC Split Verdict on Sanction for Probing Govt Servants
The Supreme Court has issued a split verdict on Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, which requires prior sanction to investigate government servants, leaving the legal issue unresolved.
SC Notice on Plea Against Lifetime Immunity for CEC, ECs
Supreme Court issues notice on PIL challenging law granting lifetime immunity to Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners. Court refuses interim stay. Read details.
Jharkhand HC Grants Divorce Over Husband's Mental Cruelty
Jharkhand High Court grants divorce to a woman after years of mental cruelty. The husband accessed her phone, shared old photos, and humiliated her. The ruling affirms psychological torment as valid grounds for divorce. Read the full story.
Gurgaon school hockey coach arrested for minor student rape
A junior hockey coach at a Gurgaon government school was arrested for allegedly raping a Class 12 student. The case is registered under BNS Section 63 and POCSO Act. Read the full details.
Gujarat HC: Divorce Terms in Decree Are Fully Enforceable
Gujarat High Court rules terms in a mutual consent divorce decree are binding. Family court must execute them, cannot ask parties to file fresh suit. Read key details.
Startups Seek ESOP Tax Clarity, Boost for Deep Tech & AI
Indian startups urge the government for clear ESOP taxation guidelines and enhanced funding for deep tech & AI in the upcoming budget. Experts highlight current tax hurdles.
Prayagraj Police fines 37 in 'Mission Car-o-Bar' drive
Prayagraj police crack down on drinking in cars & public places. 37 fined under Police Act in special drive. Read about 'Mission Car-o-Bar' and public concerns.
X removes 3,500 AI posts, 600 accounts after MeitY notice
Microblogging platform X removed 3,500 pieces of AI-generated content and deleted over 600 accounts after MeitY flagged Grok chatbot misuse. The company has pledged stricter compliance with Indian laws.
Digital India Act & Your Data Rights: Critical Questions Answered
The new Digital India Act and Data Protection Act 2023 raise crucial questions about privacy, consent, and government access. Here's what every Indian needs to know about their digital rights now.
Nagpur HC: Can't Use CrPC 482 to Stifle Legitimate Prosecution
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court dismisses businessman's plea to quash FIR in abetment of suicide case, emphasizing limits of judicial intervention under CrPC Section 482. Read the full legal analysis.
Trichy Police Crackdown: Ganja & Tobacco Cases Surge in 2025
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
FIR Against Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra for Atishi Video
Delhi Police registers FIR against BJP's Kapil Mishra for allegedly sharing a doctored video of AAP's Atishi. Mishra defiant, calls it pressure tactic. Case filed under IT Act.
India's Laws Can't Hold AI Like Grok Accountable
The Grok AI deepfake controversy reveals critical gaps in India's IT Act & BNS. Our analysis shows why platforms evade liability and what must change. Read more.
Trump's Backup Plans If Supreme Court Blocks Tariffs
Even if the US Supreme Court strikes down Trump's IEEPA tariffs, he has alternative legal paths like Sections 122, 301, and 232 to maintain his trade war. Analysis of the economic impact and political strategy.
Delhi HC Backs Woman's Right to Abortion Without Husband's Nod
Delhi High Court quashes case against woman for terminating pregnancy without estranged husband's consent. Justice highlights mental trauma & bodily autonomy. Read the landmark ruling.
BJP MLA Ramamurthy files FIR over fake social media accounts
BJP MLA C K Ramamurthy lodges a cybercrime complaint after fake Instagram and Facebook accounts, used to send messages and solicit money, tarnish his reputation. Police investigate under IT Act.
Goa MLA, Minister Clash Over Massive Pernem Land Conversion
Mandrem MLA Jit Arolkar claims 60 lakh sqm of land converted to settlement in Pernem since 2023, drawing strong denial from TCP Minister Vishwajit Rane. The row highlights deep concerns over Goa's ecology and development laws.
Govt Warns X Over Grok AI's Obscene Content, Seeks Compliance
The IT Ministry examines X's response after a warning over Grok AI generating obscene content. Failure to act may strip X of its legal immunity. Read the full details.
Govt Warns X Over Grok AI Obscene Content
The IT Ministry examines X's response after a warning over Grok AI's obscene content. Failure could strip X of legal immunity under Section 79. Read the latest.
Kerala HC: Divorced Muslim women can claim extra maintenance
Kerala High Court cites Quran to rule that divorced Muslim women can seek maintenance under CrPC even after personal law obligations are met. Landmark judgment sets aside family court order.
Got a Legal Summons on WhatsApp? Here's How to Respond
Received a court summons on WhatsApp or email? It's legitimate! Learn why digital legal notices are valid in India and the crucial steps you must take to respond correctly. Don't ignore it!
SC Says UAPA Covers Acts Beyond Guns, Bombs; Denies Bail
Supreme Court expands UAPA's terror definition to include acts threatening national integrity, like disrupting essential supplies. Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam's bail pleas rejected. Read the full analysis.
Prayagraj: Student Found Dead After Rape, Pocso Case
A Class 10 student was found dead in Kaushambi after a rape case under BNS and Pocso Act was filed against him. The minor girl was 4 months pregnant. Read the full investigation details.
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