Supreme Court Ruling: Maintenance in Void Marriages Allowed Under Hindu Marriage Act
Supreme Court rules that maintenance in void marriages is allowed under Section 25 of HMA, ensuring financial support for spouses.
- March 5, 2025
- by Lata
- 8 minutes read
Supreme Court Orders Retrial in POCSO Case Due to Procedural Lapses in Death Penalty Verdict
The Supreme Court remanded a POCSO case for retrial, citing procedural lapses in the conviction and death sentence, emphasizing the need for a fair process.
- March 4, 2025
- by Lata
- 7 minutes read
Delhi High Court: Mere Dowry Demand Not an Offense Under Section 498A IPC Without Cruelty or Harassment
The Delhi High Court ruled that mere dowry demands without cruelty or harassment do not amount to an offense under Section 498A IPC, preventing misuse of the law.
- March 1, 2025
- by Lata
- 5 minutes read
Supreme Court Seeks Madhya Pradesh Government’s Response on Bhopal Gas Tragedy Waste Disposal
The Supreme Court seeks the Madhya Pradesh government's response on the safe disposal of Bhopal gas tragedy waste, addressing environmental and health concerns.
- February 28, 2025
- by Lata
- 6 minutes read
Supreme Court Ruling on Gratuity Forfeiture: Employers Can Deny Payment for Serious Misconduct
SC rules that employers can gratuity forfeiture for serious misconduct, even without a criminal conviction, reinforcing workplace integrity and accountability.
- February 18, 2025
- by Lata
- 6 minutes read
Supreme Court Judgment on Handcuffing Accused and their Fundamental Rights
Supreme Court ruling in Vihaan Kumar v. State of Haryana addresses handcuffing accused, highlighting violations of fundamental rights under Articles 21 and 22.
- February 15, 2025
- by Lata
- 5 minutes read
Understanding the Supreme Court Judgment on Will Execution
Supreme Court rules mere registration of a will isn’t enough; proper execution per legal norms is key to its validity in inheritance disputes.
- November 24, 2024
- by Lata
- 12 minutes read
Turning Point for Feminist Movements and Women’s Rights Advocacy in India
The feminist movements in India gained momentum after the Mathura case, leading to reforms in rape laws and raising awareness on gender-based violence.
- November 15, 2024
- by Lata
- 19 minutes read
The Mathura Rape Case (1972) and the Evolution of India’s Custodial Rape Laws
Explore the 1972 Mathura Rape Case which sparked nationwide outrage, leading to crucial reforms in India’s custodial rape laws.
- October 29, 2024
- by Lata
- 12 minutes read
Supreme Court Permits Candidate with Muscular Dystrophy to Join NEET-UG 2024 Counselling
Discover how the Supreme Court’s recent decision enables a candidate with muscular dystrophy to pursue medical education through NEET-UG 2024 counselling, spotlighting the evolving inclusivity in medical admissions.