Can an Exam Leak Justify Blocking Telegram? Delhi HC Answers
In a significant ruling related to the NEET-UG re-examination controversy, Justice Tejas Karia of the Delhi High Court on Friday upheld the Central government’s decision to temporarily block access to Telegram. Court Upholds Blocking Order: The Court held that the government’s action was legally valid and proportionate considering the exceptional circumstances faced by the authorities. […]
‘“You All Are Parasites’: Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Alleged Cybercriminal’s Plea”
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice V Mohana of the Supreme court recently refused to entertain a writ petition filed by an alleged cybercriminal accused of laundering investments. While dismissing the petition, the Bench stressed the need for strict action against cybercriminals and made strong observations. ‘You All Are Parasites’ The Bench […]
“Could PWD Keep a Contractor Waiting Indefinitely and Pay Only 1%? Bombay HC Calls the Idea Absurd’’
The Bombay High Court recently held that a contract clause limiting damages to 1% of the contract value cannot be applied mechanically when the employer itself is responsible for a serious and prolonged breach of the contract. In an important judgment, Justice Somasekhar Sundaresan partly upheld an arbitral award in favour of Khare and Tarkunde […]
Can a Divorced Woman Seek Higher Maintenance After Her Ex-Husband Dies? Bombay HC Answers
In a notable judgment, a division bench of Justice Bharati Dangre and Justice Manjusha Deshpande of the Bombay High Court held that a divorced woman can continue to recover maintenance from her late husband's estate under an existing decree, but she cannot seek an increase in that maintenance after his death. Background: The case arose […]
“After Kerala HC Removed US Bankruptcy Trustee, Epic Creations and Tangible Play Move SC”
Epic Creations Inc. and Tangible Play Inc., two companies involved in a dispute over ownership and control of certain domains and business assets, have approached the Supreme Court challenging a June 1, 2026 judgment of Justice Easwaran S. of the Kerala High Court. In that judgment, the High Court removed Claudia Z. Springer, the Chapter […]
Lost the Claim, Tried to Save The Security: Bombay HC Rejects ONGC’s Plea
Justice Amit Borkar of the Bombay High Court recently delivered a significant judgment on the scope of post-award interim relief under Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, in a dispute between Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) and Swiber Offshore Construction Pte. Limited. The Dispute: The case was about whether a […]
“Rs. 6.8 Crore in Law Firm’s Account Under Scanner: SC Refuses to Halt Police Probe”
A Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice of India, (CJI) Surya Kant along with Justice V Mohana on Tuesday refused to cancel a police summons served on law firm ‘The Legal Attorneys and Barristers’ in connection with an ongoing investigation. However, the bench granted temporary protection from arrest to one of the firm’s advocates, […]
“Can a Sexual Offence FIR Be Quashed for Delay Alone? Bombay HC Says No”
Justice Ranjitsinha Bhonsale of the Mumbai High Court, recently refused to quash a First Information Report in a sexual offence case, observing that delay in filing such complaints cannot by itself be a reason to dismiss a prosecution because victims often need time to gather courage due to social stigma and fear of uncomfortable questions. […]
SC Strengthened by Five New Judges; Justice Ghuge Named Acting CJ of Bombay HC
Justice Sheel Nagu, Justice Shree Chandrashekhar, Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva, Justice Arun Palli, and Senior Advocate V. Mohana have been elevated to the Supreme Court of India, marking a significant development in the composition of the apex court. In the meanwhile, Shri Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge, Judge of the High Court of Bombay, has been appointed […]
Supreme Court Set for New Appointments as Collegium Recommends Five Names.
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the elevation of four Chief Justices of High Courts and one Senior Advocate as Judges of the Supreme Court. The strength of the Supreme Court judges was increased to 38 recently. Presently, the Supreme Court is functioning with 32 judges. Two additional vacancies are expected shortly with the retirements […]