Author name: Arshiya Banu

In an exemplary display of professional ethics and generosity, Senior Advocate R Basant, who was appointed as an amicus curiae (friend of the court), recently refused to accept any remuneration for his services. This noble gesture prompted the involved parties to donate a substantial amount of Rs 45 lakhs to a trust named in honor […]

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of India has held that tenants who continue to occupy property after the expiry of their lease must compensate landlords by paying “mesne profits.” This decision clarifies the legal responsibilities of tenants who remain in possession of leased property beyond their contractual terms. Case Details The ruling came

Background and Concerns A recent plea by an advocate in the Kerala High Court has raised significant concerns regarding the imposition of Hindi in the names of newly proposed criminal laws. The plea argues that the Hindi names of these laws create difficulties for non-Hindi speakers, posing a barrier to understanding and engagement with the

In a significant ruling aimed at curbing fraudulent activities in the bail process, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has mandated the verification of Aadhaar details for sureties in bail cases. The decision comes after instances of false sureties using forged Aadhaar cards to secure bail for accused individuals came to light. The Court’s Directive

In a significant legal development, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) has moved the Karnataka High Court, contesting the bail granted to JD(S) leader HD Revanna. The SIT’s action follows a contentious bail decision by a lower court that has drawn widespread attention and criticism. Background of the Case HD Revanna, a prominent politician and member

In a rare and striking move, a consumer forum in Delhi recently adjourned a case due to the oppressive summer heat. This decision highlights the growing impact of extreme weather conditions on public services, including the judicial system. The Scorching Reality Delhi has been in the grips of a severe heatwave, with temperatures regularly surpassing

A Delhi court has denied bail to former Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student Umar Khalid, who has been in custody since September 2020. Khalid is accused of being involved in a larger conspiracy related to the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots. The court concluded that the allegations against Khalid were “prima facie true,” and his involvement

In a recent development, a Delhi court has issued summons to Atishi Marlena, a key figure in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), while stating that there is no case against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a defamation suit filed by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The defamation case was initiated by Praveen Shankar Kapoor,

In a progressive move aimed at promoting gender equality and supporting women’s health, the Sikkim High Court has introduced a menstrual leave policy for its female employees. This initiative is part of broader efforts to create a more inclusive and supportive workplace environment. Details of the Policy The new policy allows female employees to take

In a notable decision, the Delhi High Court has set aside the transfer of a Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) case involving Bhushan Steel from Special Judge Jagdish Kumar to Special Judge Mukesh Kumar. This transfer was originally ordered by the Principal District and Sessions Judge Anju Bajaj Chandna after allegations of bias were