Judiciary
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Calcutta High Court allows filing of contempt pleas against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
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SC notice to EC to declare elections as void if NOTA votes higher than any candidate
SC asks EC to consider voiding elections if NOTA votes exceed those for any candidate, aiming to enhance candidate quality.
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SC asks all naysayers of EVMs to avoid blindly criticising system; rejects pleas for 100% cross verification of VVPATs counts [Read Judgment]
SC rejects 100% VVPAT verification pleas, advises evidence-based criticism of EVMs to enhance trust in electoral processes.
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SC Advocate calls for overhaul of costly 5-year law courses, proposes 4-Year B.Law under NEP 2020
SC Advocate proposes a 4-year B.Law program under NEP 2020 to replace costly 5-year courses, citing financial and academic burdens.
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SC announces integration of WhatsApp with IT services
Supreme Court integrates WhatsApp with its IT services to enhance access to justice and judicial transparency, simplifying case updates and information sharing.
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Supreme Court Orders Man to Pay Rs 25 Lakh for Misappropriating Wife's Jewellery on Wedding Night [Read Judgment]
Supreme Court orders man to pay Rs 25 lakh for taking wife's jewelry in 2003, emphasizing her right to stridhan as absolute property.
Can't control elections or issue directions on suspicion: SC
Supreme Court says it cannot control elections or be an authority over the Election Commission, deferring a judgement on 100% VVPAT counts.
Plea in SC seeks SIT probe into 'Electoral Bonds scam'
NGOs seek SC probe into Electoral Bonds, alleging pay-offs and quid pro quo between corporates and governments, demanding an SIT to investigate and recover proceeds of crime.
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Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal’s judicial custody extended till May 7, amid mango-mushroom debate [Read Order]
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's custody extended to May 7; court denies private doctor, allows home-cooked food amid health and diet debates.
SC seeks clarifications from EC on EVMs
Supreme Court asks EC for clarifications on EVM components and VVPAT verification, aiming to enhance electoral transparency.
Baba Ramdev contempt case: SC to consider role of FMCGs in misleading ads
SC expands contempt case to include FMCGs for misleading ads, grills IMA, asks for government affidavits.
Denying child care leave to working mothers of disabled children violated constitutional mandate: SC
Supreme Court of India rules denying child care leave for mothers of disabled kids violates constitutional rights.
Soumya Viswanathan murder case: SC seeks convicts reply on mother's plea against bail
Supreme Court seeks reply from convicts in Soumya Viswanathan murder case after Delhi HC grants bail. Mother challenges decision
Karnataka's plea for drought relief to be decided expeditiously, Centre tells SC
Supreme Court to expedite decision on Karnataka's drought relief plea, Centre assures, amid concerns over states approaching court for funds.
SC refuses to consider PIL for 3-yr Bachelor of Law degree after Class XII
SC declines PIL seeking 3-yr LLB after Class XII. Court upholds 5-yr course, cites maturity need for law practice. Petitioner withdraws plea.
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Supreme Court Orders Man to Pay Rs 25 Lakh for Misappropriating Wife's Jewellery on Wedding Night [Read Judgment]
Supreme Court orders man to pay Rs 25 lakh for taking wife's jewelry in 2003, emphasizing her right to stridhan as absolute property.
25 April, 2024 03:31 PM
SC Advocate calls for overhaul of costly 5-year law courses, proposes 4-Year B.Law under NEP 2020
SC Advocate proposes a 4-year B.Law program under NEP 2020 to replace costly 5-year courses, citing financial and academic burdens.
25 April, 2024 04:15 PMTOP STORIES
SC orders medical examination of 14-yr-old rape survivor seeking to terminate her 28-week pregnancy
Supreme Court orders medical examination of 14-year-old rape survivor seeking termination of 28-week pregnancy. Decision to be made after evaluating impact on her health.
20 April, 2024 11:00 AM
Overreaching Jurisdiction: A critique of the Supreme Court's adventurism for LGBTQIA rights
In its over-enthusiasm to protect LGBTQIA+ rights, has the Supreme Court exceeded its constitutional mandate under Article 142? A Delhi University research scholar evaluates the theme.
22 April, 2024 10:48 AM
New criminal laws watershed moment for society: CJI [Read Inaugural Remarks]
CJI Chandrachud hails new criminal laws as a watershed moment, marking a significant overhaul for the justice system, emphasizing adaptation and technology's role.
22 April, 2024 11:26 AM
SC grants permission for medical termination of pregnancy of 14-yr-old rape survivor
Supreme Court grants medical termination of pregnancy to 14-yr-old rape survivor after assessing adverse health impacts, setting aside Bombay HC's decision.
22 April, 2024 12:14 PMADVERTISEMENT
