Author name: Arshiya Banu

Background A confrontation between the Gujarat High Court Bar Association (GHCBA) President and the Chief Justice has sparked significant attention in the legal community. The issue arose during a court proceeding where the Chief Justice reportedly expressed disapproval of a comment made by the GHCBA President. In response, the GHCBA President referred to the Chief […]

Background The Supreme Court of India has granted interim protection from arrest to Puja Khedkar, a former Indian Administrative Service (IAS) trainee, in connection with a case involving allegations of forgery and misrepresentation. The case revolves around accusations that Khedkar had falsified documents during her training period, leading to legal proceedings against her. Case Details

Background In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court addressed the issue of whether a wife’s consumption of alcohol could constitute cruelty towards her husband under matrimonial laws. The court emphasized that such behavior alone does not amount to cruelty unless it is proven that the act is coupled with other factors that disrupt marital

Background The Supreme Court of India recently emphasized the need for inclusive infrastructure in court premises, particularly addressing the issue of separate toilets for men, women, persons with disabilities (PwD), and transgender persons. The bench, while hearing a case concerning judicial infrastructure, observed that the current state of facilities in courts across the country fails

Background Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was granted bail by a Pune court in a defamation case linked to his remarks about Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. The case originated from a statement Gandhi made during a public rally in 2019, where he allegedly criticized Savarkar’s role in India’s freedom struggle. The remarks sparked a strong

A Kerala court has denied bail to Boby Chemmanur, a well-known businessman and philanthropist, in a case of alleged sexual harassment. The court observed that granting bail at this stage could interfere with the ongoing investigation and might deter witnesses from coming forward. Background Boby Chemmanur, known for his gold business and social initiatives, was

The Gujarat High Court has granted bail to journalist Mahesh Langa, who was arrested in connection with a Goods and Services Tax (GST) fraud case. The case involves allegations of fraudulent transactions and fake invoices amounting to crores of rupees, with Langa accused of being a beneficiary of the illegal activities. Background The GST fraud

A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Delhi High Court seeking regulatory oversight for cryptocurrencies in India. The plea also calls for an investigation into the financial irregularities surrounding BitBNS, a cryptocurrency exchange, highlighting the urgent need for consumer protection and clarity in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Background The petition has been brought

In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India has dismissed multiple review petitions challenging its earlier judgment on same-sex marriage. The court’s decision to uphold its ruling affirms its stance on the legal recognition of such unions, maintaining the current legal framework while addressing the societal and legal complexities surrounding the matter. Background

In a landmark ruling, the Karnataka High Court has dismissed petitions that sought to impose a 33% reservation for women lawyers in bar association elections. The petitioners had argued that the reservation would ensure greater representation of women in the legal profession, which has been historically dominated by men. However, the Court found no merit