The Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to grant an urgent hearing on a petition seeking immediate judicial intervention against the alleged police action on student protesters participating in the Citizens’ Justice Platform (CJP) demonstration at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. The bench advised the petitioners to follow the regular judicial process instead of seeking an...
The Madras High Court has issued a strong warning against indiscipline and misconduct by police personnel and other government officials appearing before courts, directing the Tamil Nadu Director General of Police (DGP) to introduce clear standards governing their conduct inside courtrooms. The directions came after the court examined the case of a police officer who...
In a significant ruling that reinforces the principles of criminal justice, the Supreme Court has held that the absence of a victim’s body does not automatically prevent a person from being convicted of murder. The court observed that a murder charge can be proved beyond reasonable doubt through reliable and convincing evidence, even if the...
The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to entertain a petition seeking legal action against social media influencer Nazia Elahi Khan, observing that the petitioner had alternative legal remedies available under the law. The apex court declined to intervene directly in the matter and advised the petitioner to approach the appropriate legal forum before seeking the...
In a significant ruling addressing the growing misuse of artificial intelligence and digital identity, the Delhi High Court has stepped in to protect Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma by safeguarding his personality rights against unauthorized AI-generated content circulating online. The court issued directions for the removal of fabricated digital material that falsely portrayed the young cricketer...
The Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to cancel the bail granted to Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief and former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav in connection with multiple cases related to the multi-crore fodder scam. The decision comes as a significant legal relief for the veteran politician, whose bail had been challenged before the...
Former public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam has shared fresh insights into one of the most closely watched legal proceedings in Bollywood history, recalling actor Sanjay Dutt’s emotional state when the court pronounced its verdict in the 1993 Arms Act case. Speaking about the landmark trial, Nikam said the actor appeared deeply anxious and was “virtually shaking”...
The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed by the Uttar Pradesh Government to submit a status report on its investigation into allegations of financial irregularities and alleged misappropriation of donations collected for the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The direction was issued by the apex court while hearing a matter related...
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has stayed the operation of a Madras High Court order that imposed restrictions related to cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu. The interim order offers substantial relief to the Tamil Nadu government and paves the way for a detailed examination of the legal and constitutional issues raised in...
A Patna court has postponed its decision on the anticipatory bail plea of renowned educator and YouTuber Faisal Khan, popularly known as Khan Sir, in connection with the coaching centre firing case that has attracted widespread attention across Bihar. The court has continued its interim protection, ensuring that no coercive action is taken against him...