Supreme Court Charts Path for Rohingya Children’s Education Rights in Delhi
Supreme Court directs Rohingya refugee children to approach schools in Delhi first directly; if they are found eligible but are rejected, they can approach Delhi High Court for relief.
Supreme Court Defers Urgent Hearing on Election Commissioners’ Appointment Law Challenge
Supreme Court rejects expedited hearing on challenge to appointment act of Election Commissioners amid anxiety over new CEC selection. Recent appointments had violated constitutional bench order on mode of independent choice, petitioners contend.
Supreme Court Considers CBI Probe into Unauthorized Construction in Chandni Chowk
The Court also questioned the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) over its apparent failure to take adequate action against such developments.
Supreme Court Seeks Regulation of Obscene Content on YouTube and Social Media
The Court inquired about the Union Government’s stance on the matter and emphasized its willingness to take action if necessary.
Supreme Court Acquits Accused, Says Test Identification Parade Loses Value Without Witness Testimony
The Supreme Court ruled that a Test Identification Parade (TIP) loses evidentiary value if the witnesses who identified the accused are not examined during the trial.
Supreme Court Condemns Misogynistic Language in Judgments, Upholds Dignity Rights of Women in Void Marriages
Supreme Court criticizes use of terms such as "illegitimate wife" in Bombay High Court ruling, upholds the dignity of women, bans misogynist terms in court orders on void marriages.
Supreme Court Lauds Young Advocate’s Pro Bono Service, Calls for Renewed Focus on Accessible Justice
Supreme Court praises young attorney's pro bono efforts, highlights access to justice. Urges attorneys to represent indigent clients, dispelling myth that high court is for rich litigants only.
Supreme Court: Writing courts can reject reparation for technical violations to guarantee justice
This judgment can significantly influence how High Courts approach their constitutional mandate, especially in cases where strict adherence to legal procedures might not serve the interests of justice.
The Supreme Court applies strict scrutiny for the application of the Gangsters UP law
ourt emphasized that article 21 of the Constitution cannot be ignored solely based on the registration of a criminal offense. In addition, he ruled that the authorities cannot receive discretion without restrictions in invoking the strict provisions of the law.
Supreme Court Sets Clear Boundaries on FIR Admissibility After Informant’s Death
Supreme Court: FIRs by deceased informants inadmissible, unless death connected with case; IOs cannot prove contents of FIRs if informant died of natural causes. Key ruling recasts standards for evidence.
