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Supreme Court Slams Centre, ED for Misusing PMLA in Bail Cases, Grants Relief to Accused Woman
The Supreme Court rebuked the Centre and ED for arguing contrary to PMLA provisions in opposing bail pleas. The Court criticized the government’s intent to deny bail under all circumstances and granted bail to a woman accused, highlighting statutory exceptions under Section 45 of the PMLA.
Taxi Drivers Can’t Be Expected to Know Passenger Details: Supreme Court Acquits Driver in NDPS Case
The Supreme Court acquitted a taxi driver accused under the NDPS Act, ruling that mere inability to provide passenger details is insufficient for conviction without clear evidence linking him to the contraband.
Rajasthan High Court Grants Interim Bail to Asaram Till March 31, Citing Medical Grounds in 2013 Rape Case
The Rajasthan High Court has granted interim bail to Asaram Bapu, convicted in a 2013 rape case, till March 31, 2025. This follows a similar plea granted by the Supreme Court citing medical grounds.
Supreme Court Stresses Need to Clarify Judgments’ Binding Nature
The Supreme Court of India emphasized the need to clarify whether judgments are intended to establish binding precedents under Article 141 or resolve specific disputes, urging for cautious and explicit articulation of intent in its rulings.
Minor Can Be Transferee of Immovable Property: Supreme Court Clarifies Legal Position
The Supreme Court ruled that minors can validly acquire immovable property via a sale deed, as such transfers are not contracts under Section 11 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872, and are legally enforceable.
24 Dead, Thousands Displaced as LA Fires Rage On
The Los Angeles wildfires have claimed 24 lives, displaced thousands, and destroyed numerous properties. With intensified winds forecasted, firefighting efforts face renewed challenges amid critical fire weather conditions.
Military, Diplomatic, and Environmental Highlights of the Russia-Ukraine War
On Day 1,054 of the Russia-Ukraine war, Russian forces captured villages in Donetsk and Kharkiv, shelling in Kherson left 23,000 homes powerless, and diplomatic talks about sanctions and prisoner exchanges continue.
UFC Legend Khabib Questions Discrimination After Airline Incident
Former UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov was removed from a Frontier Airlines flight in Las Vegas following a seating dispute. The MMA legend alleged possible racial or national discrimination after being deplaned despite complying with exit row requirements.
Judiciary Not A Playground: SC Penalizes Litigant for Frivolous Cases
The Supreme Court of India has imposed a ₹1,00,000 cost on a petitioner for filing frivolous cases and engaging in forum shopping over 11 years. Calling this a misuse of judicial time, the Court emphasized that the right to access justice is not absolute.
SC Questions Government on Measures for MBBS Students Affected by Ukraine Crisis
The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to the Union of India, questioning whether relief measures for medical students who returned from Ukraine in 2022 due to the conflict extend beyond final-year students.
Wife can claim Maintenance despite Refusing RCR Decree: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has ruled that a wife refusing to live with her husband, even after a decree of restitution of conjugal rights, can still claim maintenance under Section 125 Cr.P.C.
Wildfires ravage Los Angeles: Economic toll expected to surpass $50 Billion
The Los Angeles wildfires have devastated over 29,000 acres, destroying thousands of homes and businesses. As firefighters make progress, President Biden has pledged federal resources, calling the aftermath a “war scene.”
Supreme Court Upholds Verdict on Same-Sex Marriages: Review Pleas Rejected
The Supreme Court of India, on January 9, 2025, dismissed review petitions challenging its October 2023 verdict, which refused to recognize same-sex marriages. The Court emphasized that marriage equality falls under legislative jurisdiction, reinforcing its earlier stance.
Supreme Court Orders Status Quo, Disallows Puja in Sambhal Masjid Row
The Supreme Court of India has stayed the Sambhal Nagar Palika's notice concerning a disputed well near the Shahi Jama Masjid at Sambhal. Hearing the mosque committee's petition, the bench emphasized maintaining peace and harmony while directing the municipality not to act on its notice.
Judicial Oversight Costs 25 Years: SC Releases Offender Recognizing Juvenility at the Time of Offense
The Supreme Court released Om Prakash after 25 years of incarceration, finding him to be a minor at the time of the offense. The judgment criticized repeated judicial errors and emphasized the application of the Juvenile Justice Act, directing proactive rehabilitation measures for the appellant.
Supreme Court: Second Suit on Same Cause Of Action Must Comply with Limitation Period
The Supreme Court ruled that a second suit on the same cause of action must adhere to the three-year limitation period under Article 113 of the Limitation Act. The Court clarified that while Order VII Rule 13 of the CPC permits re-filing, it does not override limitation laws.
Supreme Court: Unregistered Documents Do Not Confer Ownership Rights
The Supreme Court has reiterated that ownership of immovable property cannot transfer without registering the sale deed, as per Section 54 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882. This decision strengthens clarity on property ownership laws.
Right to Appeal is a Fundamental Right: Supreme Court Criticizes Dismissal on Technical Grounds
The Supreme Court held that the right to appeal against a conviction is fundamental under Article 21, emphasizing that procedural delays must be reasonably examined. The decision ensures justice prevails over technicalities.
Assam Coal Mine Accident: Rescue Operations Intensify as Nine Miners Trapped
Nine miners remain trapped in a flooded coal mine in Assam’s Dima Hasao district, with three feared dead. Rescue operations involving the Army, NDRF, and SDRF are underway. Rising water levels complicate the efforts.
SC: Objections to Jurisdiction Must Be Raised Promptly Under Section 21 CPC
The Supreme Court emphasized that objections to the place of suing under Section 21 CPC must be raised promptly. It criticized the Calcutta High Court for misusing Article 227 to set aside the NCLT’s order in an insolvency case involving PNB and upheld the need for procedural diligence.
Supreme Court: Banks Must Refund Fraud Victims for Unauthorized Transactions
The Supreme Court upheld the SBI’s liability to refund ₹94,204.80 to a customer for a fraudulent transaction. Emphasizing vigilance, the Court directed banks to utilize advanced technology to prevent fraud and reminded customers not to share sensitive details.
Sambhal Violence: HC Rejects Plea by Zia-ur-Rehman Barq to Quash FIR
The Allahabad High Court dismissed a plea by Samajwadi Party MP Zia-ur-Rehman Barq to quash an FIR related to Sambhal violence. The Court held that the FIR disclosed prima facie cognizable offences and directed that guidelines for arrests be strictly followed if action is taken against Barq.
New Data Protection Rules: Focus on Children’s Privacy and Cross-Border Data Transfers
The Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2023, propose mandatory parental consent for processing children’s data by platforms like social media, gaming, and e-commerce. Public feedback is invited by February 18, 2025.
SC Quashes Chargesheet in Workplace Misconduct Case, Emphasizes Clear Evidence
The Supreme Court quashed proceedings under Sections 354 and 506 IPC, holding that vague statements cannot establish mens rea or criminal intent. The Court emphasized that clear evidence is necessary to prove intent to outrage modesty or intimidate.