The Supreme Court emphasized that where there is an absence of any specific rule or prescription, the last day for fulfilling eligibility is the last date of submission of the application. The Court made the observation while refusing the benefit ...
The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought a report from the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on the steps being taken to control air pollution in and around Delhi. The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought a report from the Commission ...
The Supreme Court recently reiterated that the conditions for personal search as specified in Section 50 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act are applicable only for the search of the physical body of the person and not for ...
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 ...
The Supreme Court Friday refused to entertain a plea by 'Shri Krishna Janambhoomi Mukti Nirman Trust' seeking a survey of the Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah mosque premises in Mathura to determine whether it was built on a pre-existing Hindu temple. The apex ...
The Supreme Court, while acquitting a convict in a dowry death case, emphasized the critical importance of ensuring that a dying declaration is trustworthy and reliable, and inspires confidence when it is considered the sole basis for a criminal conviction. ...
The Supreme Court Bench comprising Justice Aniruddha Bose and Justice Vikram Nath, has held that in order to attract the application of Section 106 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, which requires 6 months’ notice for termination of lease, ...
The Punjab & Haryana High Court has issued guidelines in compliance with the Supreme Court directions in Md. Asfak Alam v. State of Jharkhand & Anr. to ensure that police officers do not make unnecessary arrests and that Magistrates do ...
The Supreme Court on Monday (26.09.2023), held that an officer of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) can seek compensation under Employees Compensation Act, 1923 even though the RPF has been declared to be an armed force of the Union. “..in ...
The Supreme Court on Friday (September 22) granted relief to three judicial service aspirants from Bihar whose candidatures were rejected by the Bihar Public Service Commission(BPSC) due to non-production of original certificates at the time of interview. Holding that production ...
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 ...
📢 Inheritance and Succession Laws for NRIs Understanding inheritance and succession laws is crucial for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to manage their assets and ensure smooth transfer to their heirs. Here's a concise guide to these laws for NRIs, including key ...
A Legal and Ethical Guide for Advocates in India Artificial Intelligence is rapidly becoming part of professional legal practice. Lawyers are using AI tools for legal research, drafting, summarisation, document review, proofreading, translation, case-law analysis, contract review and administrative work. ...
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking an independent audit of source codes of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). The bench comprising CJI DY Chandrachud, Justice JB Pardiwala, and Justice Manoj Misra noted that ...
In the realm of law, ethics and professional responsibility form the bedrock upon which trust, integrity, and justice stand. As guardians of the legal system, it is incumbent upon legal professionals to adhere to the highest ethical standards, ensuring fairness, ...
The Rajya Sabha has passed the Jammu and Kashmir (Reorganization) Bill, 2019, which is set to bifurcate the state of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union territories – Jammu and Kashmir, which will have a legislature, and Ladakh, which will ...