Determining Reservation Benefits for ‘Abandoned’ Children
Issues: The Bombay High Court has framed four crucial questions to address the constitutionality and legality of whether ‘abandoned’ children can be classified as ‘orphans’ for the purpose of granting them reservation benefits in education and employment. This decision arises from a petition
DNA test to be ordered only in rare and exceptional circumstances: Kerala HC
Issue:- An appeal was filed by a man against the family court’s decision to reject the paternity test. The estranged wife of the man had claimed that he was the father of her child and alleged that he was disputing the same only
SC Clarifies Transferee Company’s Criminal Liability for Transferor Company’s Actions After Amalgamation
Issues: The case in question revolves around DBS Bank India Limited’s appeal challenging the Delhi High Court’s rejection of their petition to quash criminal proceedings. These proceedings were initiated following a commercial suit by RFL against (the erstwhile) Laxmi Vilas Bank (LVB), alleging
Bombay High Court Clarifies Claimant’s Rights in Motor Accident Compensation Cases
Issues: In a recent ruling, the Bombay High Court addressed the issue of whether a claimant involved in a motor accident case can solely seek compensation from the owner of the other vehicle involved, without being obligated to claim compensation from the owner
South Asian Nations should include women in dispute settlement and promote Technological Advancement Globally.
Chief Justice DY Chandrachud drew attention to the gender gap in international arbitration tribunals and institutions at the UNCITRAL South Asia Conference in 2023. Less than 10% of Indian arbitrators are women, which he described as a “diversity paradox” despite acknowledging the good
Faith cannot affect the right of a person to marry: Delhi HC
Issue:- A petition was filed by an interfaith couple who were facing threats of marrying against the wishes of their family. Analysis:- Faith cannot be a cause to be affecting the life partner a person chooses for themselves. The right to marry is
Jharkand High court slams the verdict against cruelty.
Issues: Conviction under Section 498A IPC: The primary issue was the appeal by Sanjay Kumar Rai against his conviction under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for cruelty towards his wife, Neelam Devi, who was suffering from cancer. Challenge to Acquittal:
Controversy around National Medical Commission Professional Conduct Guidelines
The Gazette of India on 2nd August 2023, notified the National Medical Commission of registered medical practitioner Regulations, 2023. The regulation highlights that the prescription of the drugs should only be done by their generic name and not by the brand name. The
Supreme Court takes tough stance on MV Act, pressures state and UTs to submit Compliance reports
The modified Motor Vehicles Act and Central Motor Vehicles Regulations are being implemented, and the Supreme Court has ordered State Governments and Union Territories to deposit money for labour. States and UTs have already come under fire from the Court for failing to
Lack of a positive “viscera report” does not tell that the poisoning did not take place: SC
Facts:- An F.I.R. was filed by Uma Shankar Shah, the complainant, who had alleged that even though cash and gold were given to the husband’s family, the appellant was harassing Tuli for more dowry. It was asserted that Tuli consumed poison because she
