SC Increases Compensation for Parents of Teen Killed in Accident
The Supreme Court has enhanced compensation for parents of a 14-year-old road accident victim to Rs 8.65 lakh, citing 'pain and suffering'. The amount must be paid within two months.
The Supreme Court has enhanced compensation for parents of a 14-year-old road accident victim to Rs 8.65 lakh, citing 'pain and suffering'. The amount must be paid within two months.
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.
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.
Supreme Court mandates 3-month pro bono rural service for 95 PG medical students admitted irregularly in 2017-18. 18 meritorious students get ₹15 lakh+ compensation each. Full details inside.
Thane MACT orders Rs 36.5 lakh compensation for family of a 20-year-old labourer killed by a speeding truck in 2020. The tribunal held the driver solely responsible. Read the full details of the case and the compensation breakdown.
Supreme Court mandates 95 PG medical students from Puducherry private colleges to complete 3-month pro bono rural service for degrees. 18 students get ₹15 lakh+ compensation for lost seats in 2017-18. Full details inside.
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.
Madurai District Collector moves Supreme Court against HC order on Karthigai festival lamp lighting. Faces contempt for allegedly defying court directive. Read the full legal battle.
Tamil Nadu government sanctions ₹2.59 crore compensation for 38 victims of alleged atrocities during Veerappan hunt, following Madras High Court's directive. Details inside.
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.
Punjab & Haryana High Court directs Punjab govt to pay Rs 5 lakh to a worker retrenched in 1985, slamming state for failing to be a 'model employer'. Read the full story.
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.
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 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.
Bombay High Court seeks CIDCO response on fishing community's compensation plea for Navi Mumbai Airport infrastructure impact. Traditional livelihoods affected by construction.
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.
Berhampur's Pocso court sentences 30-year-old to 20 years imprisonment for raping 13-year-old girl. Rs 4 lakh compensation ordered for survivor. Justice delivered after 5-year legal battle.
Gujarat High Court directs AMTS contractor to pay additional compensation to woman who lost leg in 2011 bus accident, recognizing impact on matrimonial prospects. Read the full story.
Punjab & Haryana High Court rules BSF solely responsible for compensation after man's electrocution near Indo-Pak border. Landmark judgment ensures justice for victim's family.
Madras High Court quashes 2017 FIR, orders ₹8 lakh compensation for mental suffering and job loss. Justice B Pugalendhi emphasizes Article 21 rights violation in landmark judgment.
Telangana High Court expresses strong displeasure over slow investigation into Sigachi Industries blast that killed 54 workers. Court demands answers on delayed SIT formation and compensation.
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.
Two years after Punjab & Haryana HC ordered financial aid for dog bite victims, Panchkula administration has paid zero compensation despite 31 applications. Learn the shocking details.
A Mehsana POCSO court sentenced a 24-year-old man to 20 years in jail for abducting and repeatedly raping a 16-year-old Dalit girl. The court emphasized a child's right to a life free from fear and violence. Read the 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.
Bombay High Court directs Rs 8 lakh compensation to parents of a boy who died falling from a train during Ganesh festival in 2008. Justice delivered after Railway Tribunal's rejection.