Supreme Court Denies SC Status to Christian Woman Claiming Hindu Identity for Job
The Supreme Court ruled against granting SC status to a Christian woman seeking benefits under Hindu reservation policies, citing lack of genuine belief.
Patna High Court Releases Man Convicted Under Wrong POCSO Provision
Patna High Court released a rape convict after ruling that the trial court applied the wrong POCSO provision. Compensation to the victim was enhanced.
Supreme Court Disposes SLP on Child-Care Leave for Mothers of Differently-Abled Children in Himachal Pradesh
The Supreme Court disposed of an SLP after Himachal Pradesh notified childcare leave for mothers of differently-abled children under amended rules.
Supreme Court Seeks SCBA’s Input on Guidelines for Advocates to Curb False Statements
The Supreme Court calls on SCBA to help draft guidelines ensuring Advocates-on-Record avoid false statements in court petitions. Hearing scheduled for December 6.
Bombay High Court Grants Bail to Man in Minor’s Rape Case, Citing Poverty and Family Intentions
Bombay High Court grants bail to a man accused of raping his minor fiancé, considering poverty and familial intentions to marry soon as mitigating factors.
Delhi Court Denies Prosecution of Amanatullah Khan in Money Laundering Case Due to Missing Sanction
A Delhi court recently declined to take cognizance of a supplementary prosecution complaint filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Amanatullah Khan in a money laundering case. Special Judge Jitendra Singh cited the absence of mandatory government sanction
Supreme Court Reinstates Woman Sarpanch in Chhattisgarh, Orders Inquiry into Harassment by Officials
The Supreme Court reinstates a young woman Sarpanch in Chhattisgarh, imposing a fine on the state government and ordering an inquiry into officials for unwarranted harassment over delayed construction.
Title: Himachal Pradesh High Court Warns Against Selective Evidence in Criminal Cases
The Himachal Pradesh High Court directs state authorities to prevent investigators and prosecutors from presenting selective evidence in court, stressing the need for fair trials and protection of the innocent.
Supreme Court Seeks Government Response on Mandatory Age-Checks at Liquor Shops
Supreme Court asks Central and State governments to address plea on enforcing age-verification at liquor shops to curb underage drinking and reduce DUI cases.
Supreme Court Upholds Uttar Pradesh Madarsa Act, Ensures Substantive Equality for Minorities
The Supreme Court upheld the Uttar Pradesh Madarsa Act, promoting educational equality for minorities. The Act regulates Madarsa standards and secures minority rights through positive secularism.
