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In a significant ruling, the UAPA (Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act) Tribunal has upheld the five-year ban on the pro-Khalistan group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ). The tribunal’s decision comes after a detailed examination of the evidence presented by Indian authorities, affirming that SFJ continues to pose a threat to national security and public order. This ruling […]

In a noteworthy suggestion aimed at improving the resolution of disputes related to school youth festivals, the Kerala High Court has proposed the establishment of a dedicated tribunal. This recommendation comes in response to ongoing challenges faced by students, teachers, and event organizers when conflicts arise during these cultural festivals. The tribunal, if constituted, would

In a significant development in the legal proceedings involving actress Shweta Tiwari, the Bombay High Court witnessed the withdrawal of her petition to quash a forgery case filed against her. This decision came after the police officially closed their investigation into the matter, citing a lack of evidence to support the allegations. The case, which

In a significant development in the entertainment industry, the Delhi High Court has granted interim relief to Mirchi, a leading radio network, in a copyright lawsuit concerning Kareena Kapoor Khan’s talk show, What Women Want. The radio network had filed a suit against the producers of the show for allegedly infringing on their exclusive broadcasting

The Indian government’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has recently released a draft of the Data Protection Rules 2025, marking a significant step towards reinforcing privacy and data security standards across the country. These rules aim to protect the personal data of individuals while addressing concerns related to breaches, transparency, and social media

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has nullified a preventive detention order issued under the Public Safety Act (PSA) against a practicing advocate. The court observed that the detention lacked substantial grounds, violated constitutional safeguards, and was procedurally flawed, leading to the advocate’s immediate release. Background The advocate was detained earlier this year under the

The Kerala court has granted interim bail to the event organizer accused in the road accident involving MLA Uma Thomas. The incident, which occurred during a public event, had raised concerns about negligence in ensuring safety measures. Background The accident took place on the sidelines of a public gathering organized by the accused event planner.

The Supreme Court of India has quashed a cheating case against Goa MLA Jit Arolkar, providing relief in a matter that accused him of fraudulent activities linked to a property deal. The bench concluded that the allegations did not warrant criminal proceedings, emphasizing the need to differentiate between civil disputes and criminal culpability. Background Jit

Meta Platforms, the parent company of WhatsApp, has approached the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) to contest the ₹213.14 crore penalty imposed by the Competition Commission of India (CCI). The penalty, levied in 2022, was based on allegations that WhatsApp’s privacy policy violated competition norms and exploited user data. Background In 2021, WhatsApp updated

The Adani Group, in a significant business restructuring move, has exited its joint venture with Wilmar International, Adani Wilmar Ltd., in a deal valued at $2 billion. Leading law firm Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM) provided legal counsel to the Adani Group during this high-stakes transaction, further cementing its reputation as a top-tier advisor for complex