Union Cabinet Approves Simultaneous Elections for Lok Sabha, State Assemblies, and Local Bodies
The Union Cabinet has approved a proposal to hold simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha, State Assemblies, and local bodies, following recommendations by the High-Level Committee.
Supreme Court Hears Plea on Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Eidgah Dispute, Stays Mosque Inspection Commission
The Supreme Court hears the Mosque Committee’s plea challenging the Allahabad High Court's decision in the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Eidgah dispute and stays the mosque inspection commission.
SCDRC Delhi Clears Hyundai Motors of Liability in Car Delivery Dispute
The Delhi State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (SCDRC) ruled in favor of Hyundai Motors Ltd. in a case involving the non-delivery of a Hyundai Santro car. A coram of Justice Sangita Dhingra Sehgal and Member JP Agrawal concluded that Hyundai Motors was not
Delhi HC Grants Bail to AAP Volunteer in Money Laundering Case, Cites Article 21
Delhi High Court grants bail to AAP volunteer Chanpreet Singh Rayat in money laundering case. Citing Article 21, court emphasizes right to personal liberty amidst long trial delays.
Delhi High Court Grants Widow Ex-Gratia Compensation for Husband’s Electrocution Death
The Delhi High Court awarded an ex-gratia compensation of Rs. 10 lakhs to a widow for her husband's death by electrocution, citing no conclusive evidence of negligence by BSES.
Supreme Court Bars Black and White Photographs Without Prior Permission
The Supreme Court has ordered that black and white photographs cannot be submitted without prior permission, citing issues with clarity and quality.
Challenge to Section 69 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita: PIL Filed in Kerala High Court
A lawyer challenges Section 69 of the Bhaaratiya Nyaya Sanhita in the Kerala High Court, arguing that it violates constitutional rights and reflects gender bias.
Calcutta High Court Directs CBI to Probe Objectionable Comments in RG Kar Rape-Murder Case
The Calcutta High Court directs the CBI to investigate offensive social media comments about the victim in the RG Kar rape-murder case, with cooperation from the state police's cyber cell.
Allahabad High Court Seeks State’s Position on Gender Determination Rules for Transgender Individuals
The Allahabad High Court has asked the State to clarify if it plans to introduce legislation or rules for determining gender after gender affirmation or sex reassignment surgery. This inquiry came during the hearing of a petition filed by Vedant Maurya, a transman
Allahabad High Court Orders Advocates and Administrators to Stay Away from Temple Management
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that advocates and district administrators should no longer manage temples, particularly in Mathura. This decision arose from a contempt application related to a temple dispute in Mathura, where 197 civil suits concerning temples are currently pending. Justice
