The Supreme Court of India ruled that delayed trials violate Article 21, granting bail to a UAPA-accused held for five years, while questioning the need to examine 100 witnesses.

Former CJI DY Chandrachud defends the Article 370 verdict, questions whether 75 years was too short for abrogation, and addresses claims of judicial bias in a BBC HARDtalk interview.

The Bombay High Court granted bail to 70-year-old Mohansingh Sitaram Naik, accused in the Satara human sacrifice case. The court cited his age and prolonged incarceration as key reasons.

Jamia Millia Islamia authorities publicly displayed student protesters’ personal details, including names, photos, and contact information, sparking outrage over privacy violations and safety risks.

The Supreme Court expresses reservations about the Madhya Pradesh High Court ruling that the NCPCR cannot file complaints under the MP Freedom of Religion Act, leaving the issue unresolved.

India's government focuses on reducing litigation through reforms like the Mediation Act 2023, Arbitration amendments, and promoting ADR mechanisms, but a National Litigation Policy remains pending.

The Supreme Court quashed a conviction under Section 302 IPC, ruling that portions of Section 161 CrPC statements used to contradict witnesses must be formally proved through the investigating officer.

The Supreme Court of India has reserved judgment on a case about illegal Bangladeshi immigrants, detained in West Bengal’s jails even after serving their sentences, raising concerns over verification delays and human rights.

The Supreme Court ruled that permanent alimony and interim maintenance under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, can be granted even when a marriage is declared void, settling a long-standing legal debate.

In a shocking ragging case at Kottayam Government Medical College, five senior nursing students were arrested for subjecting juniors to brutal physical assault, extortion, and psychological abuse.

Supreme Court flags conflicting judgments on whether compassionate appointment claims should be based on the scheme prevailing at the time of death or when the application is considered.

The Kerala High Court dismisses PIL challenging brain death certification and upholds the constitutional validity of THOTA, emphasizing Parliament’s authority to define medical standards for brain death.

The Supreme Court ruled that a father’s claim to custody is superior to that of his child’s maternal grandparents, emphasizing the father as the natural guardian, overturning a High Court verdict.

The Supreme Court has condemned the Haryana Police for handcuffing and chaining an accused to a hospital bed, directing the State to issue guidelines to ensure strict compliance with Article 22.

Hamas and Israel completed their fifth prisoner exchange under the Gaza ceasefire, with three Israelis and 183 Palestinians released. Uncertainty looms over the next phase amid Trump’s proposal.

The Supreme Court ruled that abetment of suicide requires harassment so severe that it leaves no alternative but death, quashing charges in the Tanu case and ordering an SIT reinvestigation.

The J&K High Court ruled that an ST person retains their community status even after marrying outside. It directed urgent reconsideration of a denied ST certificate, ensuring the woman meets a civil exam deadline.

The Supreme Court ruled that an offence committed before a show-cause notice qualifies as a ‘first offence’ under the 2014 Compounding Guidelines, overturning Gujarat HC's rejection of a taxpayer’s compounding plea.

The Supreme Court, on January 07, 2025, quashed criminal proceedings against in-laws accused under Section 498A IPC and Dowry Prohibition Act, emphasizing the need for specific allegations and credible evidence.

The Kerala High Court ruled that children must maintain their aged parents, even if they are supported by others, citing moral, social, and legal obligations, including the Constitution and various laws.

The Indian government is integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the judicial system to enhance efficiency, reduce backlogs, and ensure data security, with ₹7,210 crore allocated for eCourts Phase III.

The Supreme Court has elaborated on the doctrine of transfer of malice, explaining that under Section 301 of the IPC, the intention behind a killing can be legally transferred if another individual is mistakenly killed instead of the intended target.

World leaders, human rights groups, and Palestinian officials react strongly to President Trump's proposal to forcibly displace Palestinians from Gaza, calling it a dangerous and unlawful scheme.

The Supreme Court has quashed a rape and kidnapping conviction, considering the accused’s marriage to the complainant and their four children, invoking Article 142 to do complete justice.

The Jammu & Kashmir High Court has temporarily stayed the deportation of 72-year-old Mohammad Rustum Mir, who had traveled to Pakistan in 1986 but lost his passport. The case is adjourned until February 25.