The US Justice Department has admitted liability for the January crash between an Army helicopter and an American Airlines jet near Washington DC that killed 67 people. Read the latest on the lawsuits and investigation.
Allahabad High Court challenges the use of 'Honourable' for state officials, calling it a diminution of constitutional authorities' status. Principal secretary must file affidavit. Read the full story.
Bombay HC Judge Justice Mahesh Sonak recommended for elevation as Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court by SC Collegium. Learn about his career and background.
India's new SHANTI nuclear policy marks a significant liberalisation, aiming to boost energy capacity. However, experts raise credible concerns over relaxed liability norms and regulatory oversight. Read the full analysis.
The Rajya Sabha approved the SHANTI Bill 2025, ending the government's nuclear power monopoly and easing supplier liability. The move aims to boost India's nuclear capacity to 100 GW by 2047.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor strongly criticised the SHANTI Bill on nuclear energy in Lok Sabha, calling it a risky move that prioritises capital over public safety and lacks safeguards.
The US Justice Department admits government liability for the January crash between an Army helicopter and an American Airlines jet near Washington, killing 67. Read details on the lawsuits and safety fallout.
Ten years after reforms were promised, India's juvenile justice system remains broken. Institutional gaps continue to fail children and derail their futures. Read our analysis.
Lok Sabha passes SHANTI Bill 2025, allowing private firms to build nuclear power plants and removing supplier liability. Aims for 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047. Read more.
Selling your used car in India? The legal ownership transfer gap at the RTO can leave you liable for fines & accidents. Learn the risks & how to protect yourself.
Congress MP Manish Tewari criticizes SHANTI Bill for diluting supplier liability, undermining regulator autonomy, and favoring corporate interests. He demands Joint Parliamentary Committee review.
Congress tears into Modi government over 'Shanti Bill' nuclear liability clause, accusing it of protecting foreign suppliers over Indian citizens' rights. Read the full story.
Madras High Court praises Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita laws, emphasizing shift from colonial punitive framework to justice-centric system ensuring accountability and timely investigations. Read more.
BJP MP Manoj Tiwari introduces a bill to amend the Juvenile Justice Act, aiming to try 14-16 year olds accused of heinous crimes as adults. Read the full details and implications.
India's new SHANTI Bill 2025 replaces old atomic laws, permits private sector in nuclear energy, and sets liability caps to attract investment for a 100 GW target by 2047. Read the full analysis.
Allahabad High Court rejects pleas to quash FIR and grant stay on arrest in adulterated cough syrup case, terming the alleged crime as grave against society. Read the full details.
India's new SHANTI Bill 2025 allows private companies to build and operate nuclear plants, removes liability for global suppliers, aiming for 100GW nuclear capacity by 2047. Read more.
A Dahod court has ordered a gaming zone owner and an insurance firm to pay Rs 5 lakh with 9% interest to the family of Aadil Pathan, who died of electrocution in 2014. The court cited clear negligence. Read the full story.
Himachal Pradesh High Court flags a 408% surge in pending juvenile justice cases and the state's failure to provide child-friendly court premises as mandated by law. Details inside.
Understand India's advance tax rules for FY 2025-26. Know payment deadlines, key exemptions for senior citizens & salaried, and how to avoid penal interest. Plan your taxes now.
Karnataka introduces India's first state-level Hate Speech Bill, proposing 2-10 years jail & collective liability. Explore the legal gap, Supreme Court's role, and how India currently regulates hate speech.
The Supreme Court has agreed to consider listing Tamil Nadu's plea challenging a High Court order related to a temple lamp lighting dispute. Get the latest updates on this legal tussle.
Madras High Court directs Tangedco to pay ₹20 lakh compensation to a woman whose husband died while working unofficially for a department employee. Justice upholds vicarious liability.
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.
The 15 December advance tax deadline is approaching. Learn who must pay, the instalment schedule, and the interest penalty for missing the due date. Act now to avoid fines.
Haryana DGP OP Singh stated banks can be held responsible for financial losses in cyber fraud cases if due diligence lapses. New measures aim for faster refunds and a major awareness drive.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant pledges to work until midnight to ensure justice for the poorest litigants, marking a new priority for the judiciary. Read his powerful commitment.
OpenAI denies liability in teen's death, claims ChatGPT urged help 100+ times. Family alleges chatbot provided suicide methods. Legal battle intensifies.
Dozens of Jeffrey Epstein victims' names were exposed in documents released by Congress, sparking a legal battle over privacy. Lawyers are urging courts to protect the women's identities.
Explore how procedural lapses in evidence handling compromise justice delivery in Indian courts. Understand the crucial role of 'benefit of doubt' in common law systems. Read expert analysis on legal reforms needed.