Supreme Court Quashes Rape Allegation: Differentiates Consensual Relationships from Criminal Misconduct in False Promise of Marriage Case
The Supreme Court quashed an FIR alleging false promises of marriage, ruling that consensual relationships cannot be criminalized merely for not resulting in marriage, safeguarding individual rights.
Punjab and Haryana High Court Resolves AI-Generated Submission Allegation: Disposes LLM Student’s Plea After University Revises Results
The Punjab and Haryana High Court disposed of an LLM student’s plea against allegations of submitting AI-generated content, marking an important step in defining the legal and academic boundaries of AI use.
Supreme Court Explores E-Prison Portal Integration to Address Delays in Releasing Bail-Granted Prisoners
The Supreme Court stressed using the e-prison portal to track prisoners granted bail but unable to furnish sureties, aiming to address delays in their release and streamline prison management.
Manipur Horror: Beheaded Two-Year-Old Found Amid Violence; Six Meitei Hostages Confirmed Dead in Earlier Tragedy Linked to Suspected Kuki Militants
The beheaded body of a two-year-old boy was found in Manipur’s Jiribam, marking the latest atrocity in the state’s ethnic violence. This follows the earlier deaths of six Meitei hostages killed by suspected Kuki militants.
WhatsApp’s Mandatory Data Sharing Deemed Unfair: CCI Penalizes Meta ₹213.14 Crore and Orders Remedial Steps
The CCI fined Meta ₹213.14 crore for abusing its dominant position through WhatsApp’s 2021 Privacy Policy, mandating unfair data-sharing terms and leveraging dominance in the online display advertising market.
SC Rules 'Care for Transferors and Charity Work' as Valid Consideration in Property Settlement Case
The Supreme Court upheld a 1963 settlement deed granting Govindammal 2/3rd property share, recognizing care for transferors and charitable work as valid consideration, overturning the Madras High Court's ruling.
SC Clarifies Limited Role of Referral Courts Under Section 11(6) Arbitration Act: Prima Facie Scope Emphasized
The Supreme Court clarifies that referral courts under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration Act must limit their inquiry to the prima facie existence of an arbitration agreement, leaving merits to the arbitral tribunal.
Israel Hits Lebanon 145 Times in 24 Hours, 15 Killed in Gaza Predawn Raids; West Bank Homes Torched by Settlers
The Middle East conflict intensifies with heavy Israeli strikes in Gaza and Lebanon. At least 43,799 Palestinians have been killed since October 7. Hezbollah retaliates, escalating tensions across the region.
Wife’s Divorce Plea Granted as MP High Court Rules Husband’s Control Over Job Choice as Cruelty
The Madhya Pradesh High Court dissolved a marriage, ruling that forcing a wife to quit her job and conform to her husband’s wishes constitutes cruelty. The Court overturned the family court's dismissal of the plea.
Madras HC: Advocates Should Be Builders of Family Peace, Not Destroyers
The Madras High Court emphasized the social responsibility of advocates in matrimonial cases, advising them to resolve disputes amicably without exaggeration or unprofessional conduct, and upheld a divorce case ruling.
Telangana HC Challenges ₹3500 AIBE Fee, Cites SC Cap of ₹750, and Demands Justification from BCI
A petition filed in Telangana HC challenges the exorbitant fees for AIBE, arguing that it violates Supreme Court directives. The petitioner seeks transparency on fee allocation and BCI’s authority.
SC Orders Probe Into Illegal Encroachment of 500-Year-Old Shaikh Ali Gumti: Slams ASI and DCWA
The Supreme Court directed a probe into DCWA's illegal occupation of the 500-year-old Shaikh Ali Gumti, highlighting ASI's inaction and ordering expert assessment to restore the monument’s historical significance.
SC Denies Bail to BJP MLA Accused of Slapping Woman Officer, Slams Odisha Government’s Bias
The Supreme Court denied anticipatory bail to BJP MLA Jayanarayan Mishra, slamming Odisha’s softened stance post-government change. Justice Roy remarked, “The color of the uniform doesn’t change with government.
WADA and Athlete Data Misuse: Canada Investigates Sex-Based Eligibility and Privacy Breach
Canada’s Privacy Commissioner has launched an investigation into WADA, examining its compliance with PIPEDA after allegations of mishandling athlete data and using it without consent for inappropriate purposes.
Officials Will Be Personally Responsible: Supreme Court Mandates Strict Guidelines Against Illegal Demolitions
The Supreme Court warns officials against illegal demolitions, mandating accountability, personal liability for restitution, and adherence to due process to safeguard fundamental rights and the rule of law.
Supreme Court Rejects Petition Claiming Brain Control Machine, Says 'No Scope or Reason to Interfere in This Matter'
The Supreme Court dismissed a petition by a man claiming his brain was controlled through a machine, calling it "bizarre." The Court found no grounds for intervention after a report from the Legal Services Committee.
SC Blocks Wazir’s Surrender, Questions Delhi HC’s Unprecedented Discharge Stay in Murder Case
The Supreme Court stayed a Delhi High Court order for Sikh leader Sudershan Singh Wazir's surrender, questioning the stay on his discharge in a murder case as "unheard of." SC set a January hearing date.
SC Declines Bail for Gulfisha Fatima in UAPA Case, Cites Pending High Court Decision
The Supreme Court declined Gulfisha Fatima’s bail plea, urging the Delhi High Court to review her application without delay. Fatima, charged under UAPA in the 2020 Delhi riots case, has been in custody since 2020.
CJI Sanjiv Khanna Calls for Reduced Case Backlogs, Simpler Judgments, and Enhanced Mediation
Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, sworn in as the 51st CJI, pledges to reduce case backlogs, simplify judgments, and enhance mediation. Emphasizing accessible justice, he aims for efficient trials and citizen-focused reforms.
Massachusetts Court Ends Decades-Old Rule: Engagement Rings Go Back to Buyer if Wedding is Called Off
The Massachusetts Supreme Court ruled that engagement rings must be returned if weddings are canceled, regardless of fault, ending a 60-year rule requiring judges to assess blame for failed engagements.
Madhya Pradesh HC Orders Immediate Halt on Temple Constructions in Police Stations
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has paused temple constructions in police station premises, citing concerns over public space usage and secularism. The court issued notices to state officials, awaiting detailed orders.
The Bombay High Court quashed a 20-year-old conviction for cruelty under IPC 498A, stating the allegations, like taunting and restricting movements, were insufficient to prove physical or mental cruelty.
Supreme Court Affirms AMU's Minority Rights Despite National Importance Status
The Supreme Court affirmed that Aligarh Muslim University retains its minority status despite its designation as an institution of National Importance, emphasizing that both attributes can coexist.
Swiggy and Zomato Found in Breach of Antitrust Laws, CCI Investigation Reveals Exclusive Contracts
The CCI probe finds Swiggy and Zomato engaged in exclusive contracts with restaurants, hindering market competition. The investigation follows a 2022 complaint by the National Restaurant Association of India.
High Court Disposes Plea on The Satanic Verses Import Ban, Missing Notification Raises Legal Questions
The Delhi HC disposed of a plea challenging a 1988 import ban on The Satanic Verses, citing that the notification could not be located by authorities, presuming it nonexistent for further legal actions.