Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah emphasizes the crucial role of an independent judicial system in achieving effective governance and delivering justice to citizens during District Court Complex inauguration.
In a dramatic legal showdown, Jharkhand High Court judges deliver split verdict on death sentence for cop killer. Read about the judicial deadlock and case retrial.
In a landmark humanitarian decision, Gujarat High Court extends parole for a convicted couple undergoing IVF treatment, balancing justice with reproductive rights in a sensitive murder case.
Special NIA court rejects bail plea of accused in high-profile Antilia terror case, highlighting significant trial delays and prosecution challenges in the sensitive investigation.
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court has quashed a POCSO case against a convict who married the victim, emphasizing that criminal law cannot be divorced from practical realities of Indian society.
Discover why former Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Desai has become the central government's preferred choice for critical positions, from delimitation panels to statutory tribunals.
Delhi High Court imposes heavy costs on a litigant who attempted to mislead the court by misrepresenting himself, marking a strong stance against abuse of legal process.
In a landmark judgment, an Andhra Pradesh court has sentenced five individuals to death for the brutal murder of Chittoor Mayor's husband. The case that shook the political circles sees justice served after extensive legal proceedings.
In a landmark verdict, Supreme Court exonerates railway TTE falsely accused of ₹50 bribery after 37-year legal battle, bringing posthumous justice to his family. Read the shocking story of institutional delay.
In a significant verdict, the Supreme Court mandates prior approval from District Legal Services Authorities before police can summon advocates, protecting legal professionals from unnecessary harassment.
Exclusive look at the substantial assets of Justice Surya Kant, India's next Chief Justice, and his wife - featuring massive fixed deposits, gold holdings, and diverse investments that showcase their financial portfolio.
Discover why Supreme Court vacations are essential for judicial efficiency and quality judgments, not mere holidays. An in-depth analysis of how breaks sustain India's justice system.
Decades after the horrific 1984 anti-Sikh violence, victims and their families continue their painful wait for justice as legal hurdles and delayed proceedings plague the cases.
In a significant ruling, a Meghalaya court has sentenced a rape convict to 7 years of rigorous imprisonment along with a ₹10,000 fine. The judgment brings closure to a harrowing case of sexual assault in the East Jaintia Hills district.
Justice Sanjay Kumar Singh sworn in as additional judge of Patna High Court in ceremony presided by Chief Justice K. Vinod Chandran, marking new chapter in Bihar judiciary.
Madras High Court dismisses DMK's plea against new criminal laws, warning against using judiciary for political battles. Justice Anand Venkatesh delivers strong remarks on parliamentary sovereignty.
In a landmark judicial appointment, Justice Surya Kant has been named the next Chief Justice of India. The Supreme Court judge will officially take charge on November 24, 2024, marking a significant transition in India's highest judicial office. Discover
Justice Surya Kant Sharma makes history as he's appointed the next Chief Justice of India, succeeding Justice BR Gavai. The Supreme Court judge will take oath on November 24, 2024, marking a significant moment in India's judicial landscape.
Delhi High Court dismisses criminal contempt petition against senior advocate Vikas Pahwa, calling it 'misconceived' and 'not maintainable'. Justice Jasmeet Singh's landmark ruling reinforces legal protections for advocates performing their professional d
In a significant legal development, the Orissa High Court has reduced the prison sentence of a convict in a three-decade-old case. Discover the details of this landmark judgment that brings closure to a long-pending legal battle.
Former judge Bharat Chugh explains the crucial factors Indian courts examine to distinguish between consensual sexual relationships and rape cases. Learn about the legal framework and judicial approach.
In a significant judgment, Telangana High Court allows government employee to decline promotion, staying departmental proceedings. Landmark case redefines voluntary retirement rules.
In a significant judgment, Karnataka High Court quashes rape case, stating mutual relationships ending in disappointment don't constitute criminal offence. Key legal precedent set.
In a landmark ruling, Delhi High Court sends man to jail for contempt after rejecting his bizarre 'toy gun' defence. Court says justice cannot be toyed with in serious matters.
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court acquits a man convicted in the 2016 rape and murder case of an elderly woman, citing lack of evidence and procedural lapses in investigation.
After an eight-year legal battle, a Delhi court has convicted a man who was a minor at the time of brutally raping and murdering a 60-year-old woman in 2016. The conviction brings long-awaited justice in one of Delhi's most haunting cases.
India's Supreme Court expresses frustration over trial delays, calls for nationwide guidelines to set deadlines for framing charges in criminal cases to expedite justice delivery system.
Former Supreme Court Justice A.S. Oka challenges the religious justification for loud firecrackers, sparking crucial debate about tradition versus environmental concerns in India.
In a significant judgment, Gujarat High Court clarifies that a mother keeping her child isn't illegal detention, dismissing father's habeas corpus plea in family dispute.
Supreme Court judge Justice Abhay Oka reveals how judges face targeted campaigns for passing strong environmental orders. Discover the growing threats to judicial independence in India's climate battle.