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The Karnataka High Court made a landmark ruling, rejecting a wife’s plea to transfer her divorce case to a more convenient court. The decision highlighted the importance of gender-neutral justice, emphasizing fairness and the need to balance both parties' rights and convenience, without bias towards either gender. The Case in Brief The wife sought to move her divorce case from Narasimharajapura to Hosanagara Taluk, citing the 130-kilometer distance as a logistical hardship. The husband opposed this, arguing that he was....
Read MoreThe Supreme Court of India, in a significant judgment, quashed a workplace harassment case filed by a female employee against her colleagues. The Court observed that the allegations, which stemmed from employment-related disputes, had been exaggerated into a criminal matter with the intent of pressurizing the appellants into settling the dispute. This case offers an important lesson in distinguishing between civil disputes and criminal allegations and reinforces the legal principle that criminal proceedings should not be used as leverage in....
Read MoreIntroduction In a significant legal development, a Contempt Petition has been filed before the Supreme Court of India against the Uttar Pradesh (UP) authorities for allegedly violating the Court’s directions related to property demolitions. The petition concerns the demolition of a property in Sambhal, UP that occurred between January 10-11, 2025, despite a clear directive from the Court in November 2024 prohibiting such actions without prior notice and an opportunity for a hearing. Factual Background Mohammed Ghayoora, the petitioner, claims....
Read More"Let us not forget that freedom is not given; it is won through hard work, sacrifice, and struggle." – Lal Bahadur Shastri India’s 76th Republic Day is a landmark celebration that pays tribute to the nation’s rich history, cultural heritage, and remarkable progress. The theme for this year, "Swarnim Bharat – Virasat Aur Vikas" (Golden India – Heritage and Development), beautifully encapsulates the country's journey from its historical roots to its vision for a prosperous future.. The Theme of Republic....
Read MoreIn a recent decision, the Supreme Court of India, in the case Sadashiv Dondiram Patil v. The State of Maharashtra (2025 LiveLaw SC 97), underscored the nature of extra-judicial confessions and clarified the principles governing their admissibility in criminal trials. This decision delves into several facets of criminal jurisprudence, particularly the weight of extra-judicial confessions, the burden of proof, and the standard of proof required to establish guilt in a murder case. The Case Background The appellant in this case,....
Read MoreThe ongoing legal battle over the Pataudi family's ancestral properties has recently come to the forefront, particularly with actor Saif Ali Khan embroiled in a dispute over assets valued at a staggering Rs 15,000 crore. The controversy stems from a decision by the Madhya Pradesh High Court that lifted a 2015 stay, enabling the government to potentially seize these properties under the Enemy Property Act, 1968. What is Enemy Property? Under the Enemy Property Act, enemy property refers to any....
Read MoreThe Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, was a landmark legislation passed by the Indian Parliament to maintain the religious character of places of worship as it stood on August 15, 1947. With one notable exception,the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid dispute—the law prevents the conversion of any place of worship, including mosques, temples, and churches, thereby preserving their historical and religious identity. However, the Act has now come under legal scrutiny, particularly with a batch of petitions challenging its validity....
Read MoreIntroduction The death penalty remains a highly debated issue across the world, invoking questions of human rights, state authority, and its effectiveness in deterring crime. Although many countries have abolished capital punishment, India remains one of the retentionist states. The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023, a recent attempt to reform India’s criminal laws, offers several changes to how death penalty cases are handled. While it aims to modernize the procedures for the death penalty, significant concerns remain regarding its....
Read MoreThe dawn of 2025 has witnessed a monumental milestone in India’s space sector, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighting the groundbreaking achievements of Bengaluru-based startup Pixxel. In particular, the launch of Firefly, India’s first private Earth imaging satellite constellation, has drawn attention from around the world, marking a significant step forward in the country's space exploration and technological advancement. Let’s delve into the exciting details behind Pixxel's Firefly, the transformative implications for India’s space-tech future, and the additional feat by....
Read MoreIntroduction: In recent developments, Baba Ramdev and his close associate, Acharya Balakrishna, are facing legal challenges over misleading advertisements related to their products from Divya Pharmacy, an affiliate of Patanjali Ayurved. The Kerala Judicial First Class Magistrate Court issued a bailable warrant against the two for allegedly violating the Drug and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisement) Act, 1954. This case has gained widespread attention due to the nature of the allegations and its potential impact on the credibility of Patanjali Ayurved....
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