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How Does India's Securities Regulator Actually Work?
An empirical study of 35,417 SEBI orders — settlements, adjudications, whole-time-member directions and tribunal appeals from 1995 to 2026 — answering ten questions about how India's securities regulator really enforces the law.
Case Study: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. v. Delhi Airport Metro Express Pvt. Ltd.
Regulating the Flow - An AI Driven Analysis into PNGRB’s Orders 2025
This report presents a comprehensive analysis of every order issued by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) since its establishment.
How LITT AI Helps Lawyers, Advocates—and Everyone Else
LITT AI is transforming how lawyers and everyday people engage with the law. By combining intelligent research, drafting, and compliance tools.
SC: Judiciary Must Recognize Gender-Specific Challenges Faced by Women Officers
The Supreme Court reinstated two women judicial officers in Madhya Pradesh, emphasizing the need for a gender-sensitive work environment. Justice Nagarathna highlighted the challenges faced by women in judiciary.
Five-Year Legal Battle Ends: Kangna Ranaut Unconditionally Withdraws Remarks Against Jawed Akhtar in Defamation Case
Kangana Ranaut has unconditionally apologised to Javed Akhtar for defamatory remarks made in a 2020 interview. The Bollywood actor withdrew her statements, leading Akhtar to withdraw his complaint.
SC to Civic Bodies: Explain How Manual Scavenging Deaths Persist Despite Ban in Delhi, Kolkata, Hyderabad
The Supreme Court has summoned officials from Delhi, Kolkata & Hyderabad over deaths due to manual scavenging, questioning why the practice persists despite claims of its eradication.
Supreme Court Rules: Customs Officers Must Meet Stricter ‘Reasons to Believe’ Standard Before Arresting Suspects
The Supreme Court of India has delineated the arrest powers of customs officers, emphasizing that they are distinct from police officers and are required to meet a higher standard of 'reasons to believe' before proceeding with an arrest."
Public Servant Prosecution Cannot Proceed Without Valid Sanction, Rejects 'Deemed Sanction' Argument Under Section 197 CrPC
The Supreme Court rules there is no concept of deemed sanction under Section 197 CrPC, emphasizing that public servants cannot be prosecuted without valid sanction from the competent authority.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Legislative Immunity, Allows Judicial Review of Bihar Council’s Expulsion of RJD MLC Sunil Kumar Singh
The Supreme Court rules that legislative decisions, even if made by committees, are subject to judicial review, ensuring that legislative actions affecting fundamental rights are scrutinized.
SC Reverses Expulsion of Sunil Kumar Singh from Bihar Legislative Council, Emphasizes Proportionality and Fairness in Legislative Disciplinary Actions
The Supreme Court has set a precedent for proportional punishment for misconduct by legislative members, emphasizing the importance of balancing fairness and legislative integrity in its recent judgment on RJD MLC’s expulsion.
Jeweler Acquitted by Supreme Court in ₹6.7 Crore Fraud, Cites Lack of Knowledge Regarding Stolen Property, Gold Bars Returned
The Supreme Court acquitted jeweler Nandkumar Babulal Soni in a ₹6.7 crore fraud case, ruling that mere possession of stolen gold bars doesn’t warrant conviction without proof of knowledge or involvement.
Supreme Court Declines to Intervene in Bangladesh, Dismisses PIL Seeking Indian Government Action for Hindu Minorities
The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL seeking protection for Hindus in Bangladesh, citing non-interference in foreign affairs. The petitioner was advised to approach the Government for assistance
Supreme Court Clarifies Admissibility of Child Witness Testimony in Murder Trials, Sets Precedents for Competency and Cross-Examination
The Supreme Court ruled that a seven-year-old’s testimony was credible in a murder case, reinforcing that child witnesses do not require corroboration if their testimony is consistent and reliable.
No Mandatory Preliminary Inquiry for FIRs Under Prevention of Corruption Act, Rules Supreme Court
The Supreme Court ruled that a preliminary inquiry is not mandatory before registering an FIR against a public servant under the Prevention of Corruption Act, affirming the discretion of the investigating agency.
Israel Violates Ceasefire Deal, Postpones Release of 650 Palestinian Prisoners Citing ‘Humiliating Ceremonies’ as Pretext
Hamas condemns Israel's decision to delay the release of 620 Palestinian prisoners, accusing Netanyahu of violating the ceasefire agreement. Families of detainees are left in limbo as hopes for release wane.
Supreme Court Rules on Domestic Violence Case: Extradition Quashed, Passport Release Ordered
The Supreme Court quashes extradition order against a husband in a domestic violence case, ruling physical presence unnecessary and ordering the release of his impounded passport within a week.
Madhya Pradesh High Court Quashes Rape Case, Rules Married Woman’s Consent Not Based on False Promise of Marriage
The Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed a rape case, ruling that a married woman’s consent for a sexual relationship cannot be attributed to a false promise of marriage, emphasizing voluntary consent.
Supreme Court Urges Union to Implement 2020 Social Security Code for Gig Workers, Including Zomato, Swiggy, Ola, and Uber
The Supreme Court has raised concerns over the delay in framing rules to implement the 2020 Social Security Code for gig workers. The Court has demanded a timeline from the Union Government for enforcement.
Arab Leaders Gather in Saudi Arabia to Formulate Alternative Plan, Rejecting Trump’s Plan for Palestinian Displacement
Arab leaders meet in Riyadh to discuss an alternative to Trump's Gaza plan, aiming to prevent Palestinian displacement and seek a comprehensive solution at the March Arab League summit.
Supreme Court Questions UP Senior Advocate Designation Case, Citing Serious Concerns Over Process Integrity
The Supreme Court of India has raised concerns over the current Senior Advocate designation system, questioning the interview process, the points-based assessment, and the impact on advocates in trial courts.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Allahabad HC’s Ruling on Anganwadi Food Supply for Lactating Mothers and Children
The Supreme Court has set aside the Allahabad High Court’s interim order concerning the Anganwadi food supply scheme, criticizing the High Court's premature action despite the matter being under the Supreme Court’s consideration.
SC Rules NEET Qualification Essential for Indian Students to Pursue MBBS from Foreign Universities
The Supreme Court upholds the NEET qualification requirement for Indian students seeking MBBS from foreign institutions, reinforcing the need for eligibility criteria to practice in India.
Second FIRs Can Be Registered in Specific Circumstances, Rules Supreme Court
The Supreme Court ruled that while a second FIR for the same offence is not allowed, a second FIR for a distinct offence or new facts can be registered. The case involved widespread corruption.