Author name: Arshiya Banu

Students and alumni of the National University of Juridical Sciences (NUJS), Kolkata have collectively petitioned the Chief Justice of India (CJI) for the removal of the Vice Chancellor, Professor P. Ishwara Bhat, following allegations of sexual harassment by a professor. The petition reflects growing dissatisfaction with the current administration and calls for immediate action to […]

The Calcutta High Court recently passed a significant judgment highlighting the political manipulation behind the inclusion of Muslims in the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category. The court observed that such inclusions were primarily driven by electoral gains rather than genuine social and economic advancement of the community. Court’s Observations In its ruling, the court pointed

In a recent and pivotal hearing, the Supreme Court of India addressed a plea filed by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and Common Cause, urging the Election Commission of India (ECI) to publicly disclose the Form 17C records of votes polled. Form 17C is crucial as it documents the number of votes recorded at

Madras High Court Chief Justice Sanjay Vijaykumar Gangapurwala has retired, marking the end of a distinguished judicial career. Justice Gangapurwala was sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Madras High Court on May 28, 2023, after being appointed by President Droupadi Murmu. His tenure was noted for his efficient handling of numerous high-profile cases

In a recent ruling, the Jammu & Kashmir High Court quashed a sexual harassment case against an Indian Air Force (IAF) Wing Commander following a compromise between the parties involved. The case, which drew significant attention, involved serious allegations of sexual misconduct within the military. Case Background The case was brought by a female IAF

In a significant move towards integrating artificial intelligence into the judicial process, the Manipur High Court has utilized ChatGPT for legal research while passing a recent order. This initiative marks a pioneering step in the Indian judiciary’s adoption of advanced technology to enhance legal proceedings. Context of the Case The court’s decision to employ ChatGPT

India has experienced a significant environmental setback, losing 2.33 million hectares of tree cover since 2000. This substantial decrease, equivalent to a six percent decline in tree cover over the past two decades, was highlighted in the latest data from the Global Forest Watch (GFW) monitoring project. Key Findings The GFW data reveals that the

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has launched a dedicated website for the Indian Law Reports (ILR) specific to the Punjab and Haryana series. This new platform aims to provide comprehensive access to legal information and resources, enhancing the ease of legal research and education. Features of the ILR Website The ILR website offers a

In a recent development, JM Financial and six other entities have settled a case with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) by paying a combined amount of over Rs 23 lakh. This settlement relates to alleged violations of regulatory norms, specifically in the context of disclosure rules and merchant banking norms. Background of

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has taken serious note of allegations against the delivery service Blinkit, which is accused of delivering cigarettes to minors within minutes. The court has directed the state government to investigate these claims and take corrective steps if the allegations are found to be true. Background Blinkit, a quick commerce