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SC: Education of Rohingya Children Must Be Addressed, Calls for Residence Proof

The Supreme Court has directed the petitioner to submit an affidavit clarifying the residential status of Rohingya families while hearing a plea for their children's admission in local schools.

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Civil Dispute Masquerading as Criminal Offense: SC Quashes Case

The Supreme Court has quashed a workplace harassment case, observing that the dispute was civil in nature and lacked essential elements of criminality, preventing misuse of legal provisions.

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Tears, Triumph, and Tension: The Israel-Hamas Hostage-Prisoner Swap Unfolds

In a poignant moment under the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, four Israeli soldiers and 200 Palestinian prisoners were released, bringing emotional reunions and renewed tensions in the region.

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UN Reports Over 10,000 Acts of Sexual Violence Amid Sudan’s Widespread Displacement—A Humanitarian Catastrophe Unfolds

Sudan's civil war since April 2023 has displaced over 14 million people, with widespread violence, famine, and mass atrocities. The conflict between SAF and RSF threatens regional stability and justice.

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SC Holds DRT Cannot Restore Possession to Individuals Without Prior Ownership

The Supreme Court ruled that DRT lacks authority under SARFAESI to hand over possession of secured assets to non-borrowers or possessors, affirming that such claims should be made before civil courts.

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Ceasefire Swap: 200 Palestinian Prisoners to Be Released in Exchange for Four Israeli Soldiers

Hamas is set to release four Israeli female soldiers in exchange for 200 Palestinian prisoners under the Gaza ceasefire agreement, as both sides continue negotiations for further exchanges and peace efforts.

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HRW Flags Trump's Executive Orders as Human Rights Violation, Impacting Immigration, Diversity, and Global Relations

HRW warns that President Trump's executive orders threaten human rights in the US and abroad, citing policies affecting immigration, diversity, and global commitments, raising serious legal concerns.

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SC: Unregistered Firm Partners Can't Sue for Recovery, Dissolution is the Remedy

The Supreme Court ruled that partners of an unregistered firm cannot file recovery suits against each other and must seek dissolution and accounts, reaffirming the mandatory nature of Section 69.

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US to Exit WHO in 12 Months, Trump Cites Unfair Contributions Citing COVID-19 and Funding Issues

President Trump has signed an executive order to withdraw the US from the WHO, citing COVID-19 mismanagement and financial burden. The exit, set for 12 months, will halt US funding, sparking global concerns.

Legal Wires· ·3 min read
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Public Interest at Risk: SC Flags Issues in Loan Sanctions Without Proper Title Verification RBI to Establish Uniform Guidelines

The Supreme Court flagged the issue of banks sanctioning loans without proper title search reports, directing the RBI to develop a standard framework and hold erring bank officials accountable.

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SC: Specific Performance Suits Stay Alive Post-Decree, Courts Retain Powers

The Supreme Court ruled that specific performance suits don't end with a decree; courts retain power under Section 28 to modify, extend deadlines, or annul decrees post-judgment.

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Ceasefire in Question: Israeli Raids Continue in Jenin, 47,107 Dead, 300,000 Displaced in Gaza

Israeli raids continue in Jenin, killing 10 Palestinians, while Gaza struggles with aid distribution amid destroyed infrastructure. Ceasefire questioned as violence escalates.

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West Bengal Challenges Life Sentence, Seeks Death Penalty for Sanjay Roy in RG Kar Case

West Bengal moves Calcutta High Court seeking the death penalty for Sanjay Roy in the RG Kar rape-murder case after the trial court sentenced him to life imprisonment, citing lack of "rarest of rare" criteria.

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Supreme Court Denies Grandmother’s Custody Plea in Bengaluru Techie Suicide Case

SC dismisses Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash's mother's plea for child custody, allowing him to remain with his mother, Nikita Singhania, amid legal battles following Subhash's suicide.

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Doctrine of Merger Explained: Supreme Court Rules on Binding Nature of Higher Court Orders

The Supreme Court clarifies that under the doctrine of merger, the trial court's order merges with the High Court's decision, making the latter the final binding decree on the subject matter.

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Tragic Assassination of Iranian Supreme Court Judges Sparks National Security Concerns

Two Iranian Supreme Court judges were fatally shot in Tehran. Authorities are investigating possible foreign involvement, raising concerns about national security and judicial integrity.

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Justice Delivered: Sanjoy Roy Held Guilty in RG Kar Case, Sentencing Awaited

A Kolkata sessions court found Sanjoy Roy guilty in the RG Kar rape-murder case, relying on forensic evidence. Sentencing is set for Monday, with a possible death penalty or life imprisonment.

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8th Pay Commission Announced: Central Government Employees to See Major Salary Hike, Fitment Factor Set for Revision

The 8th Pay Commission promises a 25-30% salary hike for 49 lakh employees and 65 lakh pensioners, with minimum basic pay expected to rise from ₹18,000 to ₹40,000. Implementation starts January 1, 2026.

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Possession Alone Isn't Ownership: SC Ruling on Property Sale Agreements

Possession of property under an agreement to sell does not confer ownership; a registered sale deed is mandatory, the Supreme Court rules, overturning the NCLAT decision.

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SC Upholds Conviction Under Common Intention: Severity of Injuries Alone Cannot Reduce Punishment

The Supreme Court ruled that punishment cannot be reduced for individuals acting with common intention merely because the injuries inflicted by them were less severe than those caused by co-accused.

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Peace Promised, Bloodshed Prevails: 115 Dead, Including 28 Children, as Gaza’s Ceasefire Awaits Sunday Start

The fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas promises relief to Gaza after 15 months of devastation, but ongoing airstrikes have left over 115 dead, raising doubts about lasting peace and justice.

Legal Wires· ·3 min read
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Supreme Court to Decide: Should the Age for Annulment Under PCMA Be 18 or 21 While Addressing Gender Inequality?

The Supreme Court examines whether the age of majority for males under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act is 18 or 21, determining the limitation period for filing marriage annulment petitions.

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Bombay High Court: Limited Evidence Invalidates SC/ST Act Charges in Complex Case

The Bombay High Court quashed SC/ST Act charges for most accused, citing lack of evidence, while upholding IPC charges of simple hurt and criminal intimidation for four individuals involved in the case.

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Sunday Marks Ceasefire Between Israel and Hamas After 15 months of Tragedy in Gaza: Prisoner Swap and Aid Included

Israel and Hamas agree to a ceasefire after 460 days of conflict, including prisoner exchanges and humanitarian aid. The deal aims to halt violence temporarily, but long-term political challenges persist.

Legal Wires· ·3 min read