Supreme Court stays conviction of NCP MLA Manikrao Kokate in a 1995 cheating case, preventing his disqualification from Maharashtra assembly. However, he cannot hold any office of profit. Read the full details.
CJI Surya Kant instructs Supreme Court Registry to carefully examine urgent cases for appropriate listing. Special vacation benches are currently operational for immediate hearings. Read the full details.
Supreme Court halts conviction of former Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate in a cheating case. Get the latest details on the legal proceedings and implications.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant will lead a special vacation bench on December 22 to hear urgent matters. This move ensures judicial access during the Supreme Court's winter break.
A special Pocso court in Mumbai convicts a former headmaster and a retired teacher from a deaf school for sexually assaulting three students. The landmark case relied on sign language interpreters and video evidence. Read the full details.
The Supreme Court of India upheld the conviction of a Bengaluru man for child trafficking, terming it a 'deeply disturbing reality'. The court emphasized the credibility of the victim's sole testimony. Read more.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced that one or two Supreme Court benches may sit on December 22 to hear urgent cases. The registry will verify the urgency before listing. Read for details.
Supreme Court regularises BDS degrees for 2016-17 Rajasthan students admitted with NEET percentile relaxation, but imposes ₹10 crore fines on erring colleges and mandates pro-bono service from students.
A Gurgaon court convicts five family members for dishonouring a cheque of over Rs 30 lakh. Ordered to pay Rs 42.7 lakh in compensation after an eight-year trial. Details inside.
Supreme Court's sharp remarks in stray dogs case as scheduled hearing before a special bench is cancelled. Kapil Sibal informs bench. Details inside.
The Supreme Court directs the Centre and SCBA to propose security measures after a shoe was hurled at CJI Chandrachud. Read the latest updates on judicial security.
Supreme Court increases compensation to Rs 8.65 lakh for parents of a 14-year-old killed in a road accident, citing 'pain and suffering'. Read the full legal analysis.
Karnataka High Court convicts a dismissed astrophysics institute employee for criminal contempt. Division bench imposes fine. Read the full details and legal implications here.
Supreme Court grants bail to man held for 2 years under UAPA without chargesheet, calling the prolonged custody 'absolutely unjustified'. Read the full legal analysis.
India's Supreme Court declined to entertain a PIL seeking AI regulation in courts but acknowledged the concerns. The CJI invited the petitioner to submit recommendations directly to the court. Read the full story.
Delhi High Court upholds conviction of man for 2017 rape in Deer Park, Hauz Khas, cancels his bail. Court notes survivor's testimony 'remains consistent to the core', backed by medical & DNA evidence.
The Supreme Court directs all High Courts to submit details of pending acid attack cases within four weeks. This move aims to expedite justice for survivors and ensure strict enforcement of laws.
Bombay High Court directs authorities to renew passport of a London-based professional, convicted in a South Goa attempted murder case, as his appeal is pending. Read the full details of the court's reasoning.
The growing trend of 'bench hunting' for quick reversals of Supreme Court orders undermines its role as the final arbiter of law. Experts warn this practice jeopardizes judicial stability. Read more.
India's Supreme Court clarifies a prosecutor's duty is to assist justice, not just secure convictions. Bench of Justices Karol & Singh overturns three murder convictions. Read the landmark ruling.
India's Supreme Court questions the legal standing of Rohingya refugees, asking if intruders deserve a red carpet welcome. Hearings continue on alleged detentions by Delhi Police. Read the latest.
The Supreme Court ruled that parity with co-accused cannot be the only reason for granting bail. The bench emphasized individual case merits. Read the full judgment details.
Supreme Court grants bail to a life convict police officer, outlining a liberal approach for suspending sentences when there's a fair chance of acquittal. Read the full legal analysis.
Supreme Court Justice BV Nagarathna emphasizes judicial continuity, stating verdicts shouldn't be discarded with judge changes. Read her crucial insights on India's legal system.
Supreme Court streamlines case listing with automatic listing system & 2-day hearings for liberty matters. New guidelines effective December 1 aim to reduce pendency. Read more.
Bombay High Court sets aside 20-year-old conviction citing lack of evidence. Man lost bank job, drove auto for survival. Read the full judgment details.
Chandigarh court delivers life imprisonment to taxi driver for the brutal rape and murder of Neha Ahlawat. Justice served after detailed investigation and trial.
CJI Surya Kant considers shifting Supreme Court to virtual mode amid severe Delhi pollution, while court summons education secretary over EWS students' online class access. Read full details.
Supreme Court refuses medical student's request to change MBBS seat, emphasizing admission process integrity and preventing seat vacancies. Key ruling for medical education.
Outgoing CJI B R Gavai gets emotional on final working day before November 23 superannuation. Read about his landmark verdicts including the recent bill assent timeline ruling.