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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 […]

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

The Delhi High Court recently dismissed a plea seeking to disqualify Prime Minister Narendra Modi from contesting the 2024 General Elections. The plea, filed by lawyer Anand S Jondhale, alleged that the Prime Minister had violated the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) by invoking religious sentiments during an election rally in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, on

Prajwal Revanna, the suspended JD(S) MP from Hassan, has approached a special court seeking anticipatory bail amid allegations of sexual abuse. The move comes after multiple serious accusations surfaced, leading to a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe. Background Prajwal Revanna, grandson of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, has been implicated in several allegations of

In a significant and unprecedented move, the Delhi Consumer Forum recently adjourned a case due to the lack of basic facilities, including no water in the washrooms and no cooling arrangements, despite the extreme heat, with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius. This decision underscores the importance of maintaining adequate infrastructure and amenities in judicial

In a recent judgment, the Allahabad High Court has reiterated that cheques dishonored due to reasons such as “insufficient funds,” “account closed,” and “signature mismatch” fall under the purview of Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (NI Act). This ruling aligns with the broader judicial interpretation aimed at preventing cheque-related fraud and ensuring

In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India clarified that a Magistrate does not take cognizance of an offence while directing the police to investigate under Section 156(3) of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). This ruling helps delineate the boundaries of judicial and investigative functions at the pre-cognizance stage. Key Clarifications by the

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