6 Years. 1 Witness. No Justice? SC Explodes Over Maharashtra Trials Delays
The Supreme Court has again strongly criticised the slow pace of the criminal justice system in Maharashtra, pointing out that serious delays are affecting fair trials. A bench of Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah and Justice R. Mahadevan expressed concern while hearing a bail plea. The Court issued a notice and asked the Police Commissioner of Nashik […]
Sabarimala Storm Brews Again: Dabholkar’s Son Intervenes In SC Ahead Of 9-Judge Bench Hearing
In a significant move continuing his father's fight against superstition, Hamid Dabholkar, the son of slain rationalist Dr. Narendra Dabholkar, has approached the Supreme Court to intervene in the review of the landmark Indian Young Lawyers Association v. State of Kerala judgment. Along with activist Nandini Jadhav, he has asked the Court to defend the […]
Exports Over Kitchens? LPG Distributors Move Bombay HC
The Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court on Thursday issued notices to the Union Government, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, and Confidence Petroleum India Limited over a petition filed by six LPG distributors who complained about receiving fewer domestic cooking gas cylinders than required. Distributors Seek More LPG Supply A bench of […]
“Truth Sacrificed at the Altar of Vengeance”: SC Blasts ‘Sham’ Investigation
The Supreme Court of India has warned that an over-zealous investigation can damage a criminal case just as much as a slow investigation. The Court said such probes can lead to miscarriages of justice, where innocent people suffer and the real offenders escape. Case of Elderly Couple’s Death in Fire: These observations were made by […]
After 13 Years In Vegetative State, SC Allows Family To Let Son Die With Dignity
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court, for the first time, applied its 2018 Common Cause judgment (refined in 2023) to allow the withdrawal of life support in a specific case. A bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan upheld the right to die with dignity and permitted life support to be withdrawn for […]
Stop Chasing National Media”: CJI Surya Kant Pulls Up Lawyer, SC Rejects PIL
On Monday, the Supreme Court sharply dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) that raised concerns about deadly accidents caused by poor public infrastructure. The case was heard by a bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi. The Court noted a growing trend of young lawyers filing what it called […]
Only ‘Influence’, Not ‘Undue Influence’: Bombay HC Rejects Election Plea Over Shinde Roadshow
In a decisive ruling, the Bombay High Court dismissed a petition filed by Congress leader Md Arif (Naseem) Khan challenging the victory of Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) MLA Dilip Lande from the Chandivali assembly constituency in the 2024 elections. Justice Somasekhar Sundaresan held that Khan’s petition did not include the essential material facts required under […]
Women’s Day Power Walk: CJI Surya Kant Leads Historic March From Sukhna Lake
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Punjab and Haryana High Court Chief Justice Sheel Nagu led a Women's Day walkathon in Chandigarh on Sunday morning as part of the India International Disputes Week (IIDW) 2026 festivities. The walkathon began at Sukhna Lake and covered about 2.5 to 3 kilometres, ending at the Open Hand […]
“It Makes No Sense”: Supreme Court Questions Arrest After Charge Sheet
A Bench of the Supreme Court comprising Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice R. Mahadevan was hearing a case challenging the rejection of anticipatory bail granted to Musheer Alam in a disproportionate assets case under Sections 13(1)(e) read with 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. Allegations in the FIR: The FIR was registered at […]
“If We Carried Everything Home, We’d Be In Hospital”: Bombay HC Judge Reveals Hidden Pressure Of The Robe
Amid rising tension in courtrooms, Bombay High Court Justices Ravindra Ghuge and Abhay Mantri spoke about the increasing stress faced by judges.They also urged lawyers to maintain respect for the judicial system while representing their clients. The judges made these remarks while hearing petitions filed by trustees Prashant Mehta and Charu Mehta challenging an order […]