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Supreme Court Halts Lower Court Proceedings in Sambhal Mosque Case, Suggests Mediation for Peaceful Resolution

In the Sambhal Jama Masjid survey case, the Supreme Court urged peace and recommended forming a community mediation committee under Section 43 of the Mediation Act to foster communal harmony.

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Constitutional Rights vs. State Power: Supreme Court Reviews Uttar Pradesh Gangster Act

The Supreme Court seeks a response from the Uttar Pradesh government regarding a plea challenging the constitutional validity of the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act of 1986, highlighting concerns over fundamental rights and potential misuse.

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Supreme Court Criticizes Police Handling of Land Grabbing Case, Ensures Justice

The Supreme Court censures Uttar Pradesh Police for mishandling a land grabbing case, granting bail to the accused and emphasizing procedural reforms to ensure accountability and fairness.

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Netanyahu Under Fire as Fragile Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Faces Uncertainty Amid Displacement Crisis

A tenuous ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah holds as thousands of displaced Lebanese return to shattered homes. With strict restrictions and heavy casualties, international pressure mounts on both sides.

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ICC Seeks Arrest Warrant for Myanmar Junta Chief Min Aung Hlaing Over 'Rohingya Atrocities': A Bold Yet Uncertain Pursuit of Justice

The ICC prosecutor has requested an arrest warrant for Myanmar’s junta chief Min Aung Hlaing for crimes against humanity, a move hailed by rights groups but fraught with challenges in execution.

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Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Waqf Land as Protected Muslim Heritage: Revenue Records Cannot Be Overlooked

The Punjab & Haryana High Court has upheld the Waqf Tribunal’s decision to classify disputed land as waqf property, rejecting the Gram Panchayat’s claims, and reinforced the inviolability of revenue records.

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Ajmer Court Accepts Petition Alleging Dargah Built Over Hindu Temple Amid Sambhal Violence Aftermath

A court in Ajmer has accepted a petition claiming the Ajmer Dargah was built over a Shiva temple, sparking debates amidst unresolved tensions following the Sambhal violence in Uttar Pradesh.

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Sambhal Violence: Expedited Mosque Survey Leaves Six Dead, Sparks Communal Unrest, Critics Blame Judicial Bias

The court-ordered survey of Sambhal’s Shahi Jama Masjid sparked unrest, leaving six dead. Critics allege judicial bias, raising concerns about systemic targeting of Muslim sites and communal harmony.

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Decoding Article 356: Siddharth Luthra Highlights the Need for Clarity and Judicial Intervention

Senior Advocate Siddharth Luthra called for swift judicial intervention to prevent the recurring misuse of Article 356, advocating for clearer definitions and enhanced oversight to protect state autonomy.

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Journal on Arbitration Law and Allied Fields - Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University

The Journal on Arbitration Law and Allied Fields (JALAF) by CADR, DSNLU, invites submissions for its inaugural issue on arbitration and related fields. Themes include tech, climate disputes, ethics, and more. Follow OSCOLA (4th ed.); Extended deadline: 26th Dec, 2024.

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Supreme Court Clarifies Female Property Ownership Under Kerala Marumakkathayam Law: Joint or Separate?

The Supreme Court ruled that property acquired by a woman and her children post-partition under Kerala's Marumakkathayam law remains joint tharwad property, emphasizing the transformative nature of partition.

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Netanyahu Declared War Criminal: ICC Arrest Warrant Exposes Global Division, Sparks U.S. Rejection, and Raises Questions on International Justice

The ICC’s arrest warrant against Netanyahu for war crimes has ignited global division. While nations like Spain pledge compliance, allies like Hungary and the U.S. reject the move, questioning international justice.

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Supreme Court Examines 86-Year-Old Asaram Bapu’s Appeal for Suspension of 2013 Life Sentence on Health Grounds

Supreme Court issues notice to Gujarat on Asaram Bapu's plea to suspend his life sentence from a 2013 rape case, citing his 86 years and severe health issues.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Legal Wires· ·3 min read