During the Suo Motu hearing of the RG Kar Hospital Rape-Murder today, the Supreme Court expressed its worries over the 'inhuman working hours' of resident doctors all over the country. The bench comprising Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, Justices ...
Chief Justice of India, Justice DY Chandrachud, on Monday launched the e-DHCR portal, a user friendly official platform for reporting the judgments of Delhi High Court. CJI Chandrachud said that the initiative marks a “profound shift” in ensuring the democratized ...
A seven-judge bench of the Supreme Court on Wednesday (December 13) ruled that arbitration clauses in unstamped or inadequately stamped agreements are enforceable. Insufficiency of stamping does not make the agreement void or unenforceable but makes it inadmissible in evidence. ...
The Supreme Court in India has started allowing sign language interpretation for hearing impaired lawyers, demonstrating that not everything needs to be spoken aloud in court. In a recent case, a deaf advocate was permitted to virtually argue with the ...
Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud recently spoke on how justice and the outcome of the law depends on who is wielding the law in their hands. When the law is wielded with compassion, it is capable of producing justice, ...
For Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), navigating inheritance and succession laws in India can be complex. Whether dealing with ancestral property, inheriting assets, or managing family estates, NRIs must understand the legal framework to safeguard their rights and avoid disputes. Here are ...
The Supreme Court on Thursday (October 19) set aside the conviction and death sentence of a man accused of kidnapping, raping, and murdering a three-month-old infant after noting that he had not been give a 'proper opportunity' to defend himself. ...
Introduction Non-Resident Indian (NRI) marriages, while often joyous, can also bring a unique set of legal challenges. These challenges stem from cross-border legal systems, differing cultural expectations, and complex family dynamics. Understanding these issues is crucial for NRIs and their ...
A Division Bench of the Supreme Court, while allowing a bail plea, held that the grant of bail to a co-accused person cannot be contingent on the surrender of another accused who is also pertinently the main accused in the ...
In a case pertaining to grant of default bail to a person accused under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (“UAPA”), the Supreme Court yesterday allowed an appeal filed by the Delhi police, observing that the High Court fell in ...
The rapid proliferation of digital technologies has transformed India’s social, economic, and professional landscape. While digitalization brings efficiency and innovation, it also exposes individuals and businesses to cybercrime risks. As a lawyer in India, it is crucial to understand the ...