Author name: Arshiya Banu

Overview The Election Commission of India (ECI) has recently addressed concerns raised about the potential misuse and legal implications of making Form 17C records publicly accessible. The Supreme Court is currently deliberating a plea from the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) regarding the immediate publication of polling data, which includes detailed records from Form 17C. […]

Overview In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has ruled that both civil suits to enforce claims in benami property and criminal proceedings by the ‘real’ owner are impermissible under the current legal framework. This decision reinforces the stringent provisions of the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act, 1988 and its subsequent amendments in 2016.

Overview Renowned music composer Ilaiyaraja has issued a legal notice to the producers of the Malayalam film “Manjummel Boys,” alleging unauthorized use of his iconic song “Kanmani Anbodu Kadhalan” from the 1991 Tamil movie “Guna.” This move highlights the critical importance of respecting intellectual property rights within the film industry. The Allegations Ilaiyaraja claims that

Overview The recent Porsche accident in Pune has brought to light critical issues regarding road safety, legal accountability, and the enforcement of laws pertaining to underage drinking. The incident, which occurred on May 19, 2024, involved a 17-year-old driver crashing a Porsche Taycan into a motorcycle, resulting in the deaths of two engineers. Details of

Introduction In a significant development, the Kerala High Court has issued a directive requiring Baba Ramdev, the renowned yoga guru and face of Patanjali Ayurved, along with the company’s Managing Director, Acharya Balkrishna, to appear before the court. This order comes in the wake of allegations of misleading advertisements related to their products. The Allegations

Introduction In a landmark move, the Supreme Court of India has allowed candidates with disabilities to participate in interviews for the Madhya Pradesh Judicial Services. This decision, aimed at promoting inclusivity and fairness, aligns the treatment of disabled candidates with those from SC/ST categories. Background The issue arose when visually impaired candidates were excluded from

The Supreme Court has scheduled hearings next week to address the validity of the Consumer Protection Rules, 2020, concerning the appointment of members to consumer commissions. The Bombay High Court had previously struck down Rule 6(1), which mandated the inclusion of state bureaucrats and judiciary members in the selection committee. The Supreme Court extended the

Introduction The Delhi High Court recently denied bail to Manish Sisodia, former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, in the high-profile liquor policy scam involving charges of corruption and money laundering. This article delves into the court’s decision, the allegations, and the broader implications for Sisodia and the political landscape. Background of the Case Manish Sisodia,

On May 1, 2024, the Supreme Court of India dismissed over 20 review petitions challenging its December 2023 judgment that upheld the abrogation of Article 370. This article examines the key details of the Supreme Court’s decision, the arguments presented, and the broader implications for Jammu and Kashmir. Background of Article 370 Article 370 of

The Supreme Court of India issued a pivotal judgment questioning the constitutionality of Uttar Pradesh’s anti-conversion law in light of Article 25, which guarantees the freedom of conscience and the right to freely profess, practice, and propagate religion. This case has ignited extensive debate on the balance between religious freedom and state regulation. Case Background