The Madhya Pradesh High Court has recently ruled that a marriage solemnized under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, between a Hindu and a Muslim is not considered valid under Muslim personal law. This ruling brings to light the ongoing legal complexities and conflicts between secular and personal laws in India. Background of the Special Marriage […]
In a significant ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court admonished a magistrate for rejecting a cancellation report in a case filed under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code. The case involved allegations of cruelty by a woman against her husband and in-laws. The police submitted a cancellation report, suggesting that the allegations were
In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court has called for the modernisation of the state police force and the implementation of video recording of police actions to enhance transparency and accountability. This directive came during the hearing of a case concerning the conduct and efficiency of the police force in handling modern-day challenges. Key
In a notable decision, the Delhi High Court has granted interim relief to Culver Max Entertainment in its ongoing legal dispute with MX Media. This case revolves around allegations of unpaid dues by MX Media to Culver Max, which have led to significant financial disputes between the two companies. Background of the Case Culver Max
In a recent judgment, the Supreme Court of India addressed a critical question: Can a person who has been awarded monetary compensation but has not yet received it file an appeal as an indigent? The court clarified that such a person is indeed entitled to file an appeal as an indigent, provided they meet the
In a notable decision, the Delhi High Court has granted interim relief to Culver Max Entertainment in its ongoing legal dispute with MX Media. This case revolves around allegations of unpaid dues by MX Media to Culver Max, which have led to significant financial disputes between the two companies. Background of the Case Culver Max
In a recent speech at the 112th Lawyers Round Table, Senior Advocate Indira Jaising emphasized that the Constitution of India is central to the nation’s identity, calling it the “Idea of India.” She argued that the Constitution embodies the fundamental principles that guide the country and should remain the primary framework for governance and legal
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has informed the Supreme Court that it will supply witness statements to Kalyani Singh, the prime accused in the Sippy Sidhu murder case. This decision follows the recent framing of charges against Singh by the special CBI court. Kalyani Singh, daughter of former Punjab and Haryana High Court judge
In a recent decision, the Supreme Court of India has denied the plea for ex-parte interim bail submitted by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab MLA Jaswant Singh. Singh sought the interim bail to campaign for the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, citing the necessity of his presence in the constituency during this critical period. Details of
In a significant development, the Supreme Court Registry has declined to list the plea submitted by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for an extension of his interim bail. This plea was related to a money laundering case linked to the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam, for which Kejriwal is currently under investigation by the Enforcement
