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'Bench Hunting' Threatens Supreme Court's Finality

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.

Andhra HC: Inform Accused of Remand Extension, Grants Bail

Andhra Pradesh High Court grants bail to three in NDPS case, ruling that failure to inform accused of remand extension violates Article 21. Justice Y Lakshmana Rao's landmark order mandates physical or virtual intimation.

SC Rejects Quota Plea for Promotee Judges in HJS

Supreme Court declines plea for reservation in promotions for promotee judges in Higher Judicial Service. The bench emphasizes merit-cum-seniority basis for promotions. Read full analysis.

SC grants interim bail to Jyoti Jagtap in Elgar case

The Supreme Court has granted interim bail to activist Jyoti Jagtap in the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case after she spent over five years in custody. Read the full details of the court's decision.

Allahabad HC grants bail in Bijnor conversion case

Allahabad High Court grants bail to Arif Ahmad in Bijnor religious conversion case. Lawyer argued false implication, case involved WhatsApp messages with 'unsaid words' promoting enmity. Read full details.

HC Seeks Magistrate's Comments on Kinship With Accused

In a dramatic courtroom development, the Punjab & Haryana High Court has sought clarification from a Magistrate regarding alleged family ties with an accused in a bail matter, raising serious questions about judicial impartiality.

Gujarat HC grants 6-month bail to Asaram in rape case

In a significant legal development, the Gujarat High Court has granted temporary bail to controversial spiritual leader Asaram Bapu for six months in a rape case, citing health concerns and medical requirements.

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