As of now, there are no reports indicating that Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna has assured the listing of petitions seeking a First Information Report (FIR) against Justice Yashwant Varma concerning the recent cash stash controversy. However, the CJI has taken significant steps to address the situation. On March 22, 2025, CJI Khanna …
As of now, there are no reports indicating that the Supreme Court has stayed the Allahabad High Court’s ruling regarding the case where the accused allegedly grabbed a minor girl’s breasts and broke the string of her pyjama. The Allahabad High Court had determined that these actions did not constitute an attempt to rape but …
In November 2024, the Supreme Court of India issued a significant ruling addressing the unauthorized demolition of properties by state authorities, particularly focusing on actions taken by the Uttar Pradesh government. This decision stemmed from a case involving the demolition of homes in Maharajganj district during a road-widening project in 2019. Case Background: The controversy …
The Bombay High Court has consistently held that repeated threats or attempts by a spouse to commit suicide constitute mental cruelty, providing valid grounds for divorce. This principle is rooted in the understanding that such behavior inflicts severe psychological trauma on the other spouse, undermining the foundation of trust and making cohabitation untenable. Key Judgments: …
QR codes have become a convenient way to access information, make payments, and verify identities. However, cybercriminals have found ways to exploit QR codes to commit fraud, steal personal data, and spread malware. To counter these threats, cybercrime laws have been established to protect individuals and businesses from malicious QR code activities. Cybercrimes Involving QR …
REVA 2025 Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU), Jabalpur, is set to host “REVA 2025,” its inaugural academic and cultural fest, from April 18 to 20, 2025. The fest’s name, “REVA,” is derived from Sanskrit, representing the River Narmada—a prominent feature of Jabalpur—and also denotes a revered Raag in Indian music, encapsulating the vibrant spirit of …
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In India, the legal framework for adoption among Christians has been shaped by various judicial interpretations and statutes. Historically, personal laws governing Christians did not explicitly recognize adoption, leading many to seek guardianship under the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890. This act, however, only established a guardian-ward relationship without conferring the full filial rights inherent …
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Justice Ujjal Bhuyan of the Supreme Court has voiced strong opposition to the practice of demolishing properties of accused individuals, equating such actions to “running a bulldozer over the Constitution.” He emphasized that these demolitions, often justified by authorities as targeting illegal structures, are deeply troubling. Justice Bhuyan highlighted the broader impact on innocent family …
Himachal Pradesh National Law University (HPNLU), Shimla, through its Centre for Environment and Disaster Management (CEDM), has been actively organizing international conferences focusing on environmental law and sustainability. In 2023, HPNLU hosted a Two-Day International Conference on “Environmental Rule of Law and Justice,” aiming to deepen the understanding of environmental policies and the role of …
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Background of the Telangana Phone Tapping Case: The Telangana phone tapping controversy, often referred to as “Tapgate,” surfaced in 2023. It involved allegations of unauthorized surveillance on political figures, bureaucrats, judges, and journalists during the tenure of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) government. The alleged operation was reportedly orchestrated by the Special Intelligence Bureau (SIB) …