In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court has held that insolvency proceedings involving real estate companies should generally be confined to specific projects rather than the entire corporate entity, unless there are compelling reasons to broaden the scope. The ruling aims to protect the interests of genuine homebuyers while maintaining clarity in insolvency processes under [] The post Supreme Court: Insolvency proceedings in real estate should primarily be project-specific appeared first o

The Delhi High Court has held that the General Security Force Court (GSFC), constituted under the Border Security Force (BSF) Act, is legally empowered to try offences under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The ruling came while dismissing a challenge filed by Rakesh Babu, a Sub-Inspector (Veterinary) in the BSF, who [] The post Delhi High Court upholds BSF courts power to try POCSO cases appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court of India is scheduled to deliver an interim order on Monday, September 15, 2025, concerning multiple petitions that challenge and seek to stay specific provisions of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. The Court had reserved its order on May 22, following three days of intensive hearings from both the petitioners and the [] The post Supreme Court to deliver interim order on Waqf Act amendments amidst constitutional challenge appeared first on India Legal .

A civil court in Delhi has ruled that statements made in a WhatsApp group can amount to defamation and has ordered compensation of 60,000 to a retired Army officer and his son. The case was filed by Colonel B. S. Chaudhary (Retd.) and his son, who alleged that another resident of their housing society, R. [] The post WhatsApp messages not immune to law: Dwarka court grants damages in defamation case appeared first on India Legal .

Five years after the February 2020 Delhi riots, the continued incarceration of activists like Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam and Gulfisha Fatima without trial highlights a grave erosion of liberty. The Delhi High Courts denial of bail under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act exposes how pre-trial punishment has become the new normal in Indias justice system The post When Justice Becomes a Waiting Game appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court of India has imposed a complete ban on photography and videography within its High Security Zone, except where officially authorized. A circular issued by Secretary General Shekhar C. Munghate announced the new restrictions, aimed at preserving decorum, preventing misuse of content, and addressing security concerns. According to the circular, media interactions will [] The post Supreme Court bans photography and videography inside high security zone appeared first on India Lega

The Supreme Court of India recently dealt with a petition filed by actor Kangana Ranaut seeking to quash a criminal defamation complaint pending against her in Punjab. The matter arose from a social media post made during the farmers protest in 2020, in which Ranaut misidentified protester Mahinder Kaur as another activist and added commentary [] The post Supreme Court refuses to end defamation proceedings against Kangana Ranaut over farmers protest remark appeared first on India Legal .

Proceedings before several benches of the Delhi High Court were disrupted on Thursday morning after the court administration received an email warning of a bomb inside the premises. The threat, which created panic among litigants and lawyers, forced the benches to adjourn hearings until the afternoon session. As soon as the message was flagged, court [] The post Delhi High Court adjourns cases after bomb threat appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court of India has declined to entertain a plea seeking cancellation of the much-anticipated Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan scheduled for September 14 in Dubai. The matter came before a bench of Justices J.K. Maheshwari and Vijay Bishnoi, who firmly refused to take up the case on priority and remarked that [] The post IndiaPakistan Asia Cup game to proceed as Supreme Court refuses intervention appeared first on India Legal .

The President of India appointed six Additional Judges of the Bombay High Court as Permanent Judges, exercising powers under Article 217(1) of the Constitution. This step follows the recommendation made by the Supreme Court Collegium on 25 August 2025, under the leadership of Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai, after assessing the performance and suitability [] The post Six Additional Judges confirmed as permanent at Bombay High Court appeared first on India Legal .

A Delhi court has reserved its order on a criminal complaint seeking action against Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, alleging that her name was included in the voters list in the national capital even before she formally acquired Indian citizenship. The matter came up before Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Vaibhav Chaurasia at the Rouse [] The post Delhi court reserves verdict on plea challenging Sonia Gandhis inclusion in voters list prior to acquiring citizenship app

Families of six victims of the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast have approached the Bombay High Court, challenging the recent acquittal of seven accused, including BJP MP Pragya Singh Thakur and Lt. Col. Prasad Purohit. The appeal comes in response to the verdict delivered on July 31, 2025, by a special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court, [] The post Malegaon blast victims families challenge acquittal of Pragya Thakur, others in Bombay High Court appeared first on India Legal .

Former Jawaharlal Nehru University student leader Umar Khalid has once again knocked on the doors of the Supreme Court of India, filing a Special Leave Petition to challenge the Delhi High Courts September 2, 2025 order refusing him bail in the larger conspiracy case tied to the 2020 North East Delhi riots. His move follows [] The post Umar Khalid turns to Supreme Court after Delhi High Court denies bail in 2020 riots conspiracy case appeared first on India Legal .

The Delhi High Court on 10 September 2025 raised serious concerns over a notification issued by the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi that permitted police officers to testify from police stations through videoconferencing. A bench led by Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela remarked that the move prima facie compromises the concept of [] The post Delhi High Court flags concerns over LGs move to allow virtual depositions from police stations appeared first on India Legal .

Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan has moved the Delhi High Court seeking protection of his personality rights against the unauthorised use of his name, image, voice, and likeness by third parties. The plea highlights that several online platforms, including websites, YouTube channels, and e-commerce sites, have been misusing his identity for commercial gain through merchandise sales, [] The post Abhishek Bachchan moves Delhi High Court to stop misuse of his Name, image and likeness appeared firs

The Supreme Court of India has taken upon itself the task of deciding the constitutional validity of the newly enacted Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, after ordering the transfer of all related cases from three different High Courts to its own docket. The move came on 8 September 2025, when a bench [] The post Supreme Court to adjudicate constitutionality of Online Gaming Act, transfers all High Court cases to itself appeared first on India Legal .

In a significant directive reaffirming the principles of transparency and institutional integrity in police administration, the Supreme Court of India has urged the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to forward its panel of recommendations for the appointment of a regular Director General of Police in Tamil Nadu without further delay. The order was pronounced on [] The post Supreme Court presses UPSC to expedite recommendations for appointment of DGP in Tamil Nadu appeared first on India Leg

The Delhi High Court has called for a thorough investigation into the alleged murder of a sewadar at Kalkaji Temple, instructing the Delhi Police to ensure that the probe adheres strictly to established legal procedure. The directive came after a petition was filed by the brother of the deceased, supported by two eyewitnesses, who alleged [] The post Delhi High Court orders police probe into alleged murder of sewadar at Kalkaji temple appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court on Monday upheld the Telangana High Courts dismissal of a defamation case brought by the BJPs Telangana unit against Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy over remarks he made during the 2024 Lok Sabha election campaign. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai along with Justice K. Vinod Chandran and Justice [] The post Supreme Court rejects BJPs defamation plea against Telangana CM Revanth Reddy appeared first on India Legal .

The immense wealth that lies within Indian temples and other religious institutions have for long been eyed by political actors. This tug-of-war has existed over centuries and millennia through several conquests. A recent Madras High Court ruling shows how that tussle continues The post The Idle Wealth of Religion appeared first on India Legal .

The insights shared by legal minds and experts analysed the transformative power of AI on the architecture of judiciary and policymaking The post Swadesh Conclave 2025: The Frontiers of New India appeared first on India Legal .

The sixth edition of the Swadesh Conclave was a confluence of thought leaders and achievers who brainstormed the theme, Transforming Bharat, in the backdrop of emerging new technologies The post Indias Global Ascendancy: Imbibing Technology, Governance and Cultural Identity appeared first on India Legal .

The Union government on Saturday approved the appointment of two lawyers as judges of the Allahabad High Court. The information was confirmed by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law & Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal via a post on his official handle on X. As per his tweet, In exercise of the power conferred [] The post Centre notifies elevation of two advocates as Allahabad High Court judges appeared first on India Legal .

The appointment of three new judges may seem routine, a bureaucratic process of replenishing numbers. But as our cover story shows, each appointment carries the weight of history and the burden of public expectation. The post The Collegiums Blind Spots appeared first on India Legal .

The recent elevation of three High Court judges to the Supreme Court restored the apex courts full strength of 34 judges, but it also reignites debate over how the Collegium applies its own criteriaseniority, merit, integrity, diversity, and fairnessin practice The post Questioning The Process appeared first on India Legal .

A criminal complaint has been filed in a Delhi court alleging irregularities in Congress leader Sonia Gandhis voter registration in the early 1980s. The complaint, submitted by advocate Vikas Tripathi, claims that Gandhis name appeared on the electoral rolls in 1980, three years before she officially acquired Indian citizenship in April 1983. According to the [] The post Criminal complaint filed in Delhi Court over Sonia Gandhis alleged early voter registration appeared first on India Legal .

On September 4, 2025, the Supreme Court of India refused to hear a petition filed by the Sam Higginbottom Educational and Charitable Society, which sought to safeguard the minority status of Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHUATS) in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The petition claimed that certain former employees and outsiders had forcibly [] The post Supreme Court declines SHUATS plea to uphold minority status appeared first on India Legal .

The Delhi Police Commissioner has clarified that witnesses whose functions are routine or procedural, such as registering FIRs would be allowed to depose by video link and that material witnesses, including investigating officers and others directly involved in gathering evidence, would continue to appear in person before the court. In a communication addressed to the [] The post Delhi Police clarifies: Material witnesses to appear in court, only formal testimony allowed via video appeared first

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has suspended the life sentence of self-styled godman Rampal, who has been in jail for over a decade in connection with the 2014 Barwala ashram violence case. A division bench comprising Justices Gurvinder Singh Gill and Deepinder Singh Nalwa granted the relief while hearing his appeal, observing that there [] The post Punjab & Haryana High Court suspends life sentence of Godman Rampal appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court has once again postponed the bail plea of human rights lawyer Surendra Gadling, marking the 17th adjournment since the case first reached the apex court in August 2023. A bench of Justices J.K. Maheshwari and K. Vinod Chandran deferred the matter after Additional Solicitor General S.V. Raju said he was not ready. [] The post Supreme Court delays bail hearing of human rights lawyer Surendra Gadling for the 17th time appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court has flagged serious environmental concerns after viral videos showed timber logs drifting through floodwaters in Himachal Pradesh. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai and Justice K. Vinod Chandran noted that rampant illegal tree-felling prima facie appears to be taking place across the Himalayan hills. The court observed that they [] The post Supreme Court alarms over timber in Himalayan floodwaters; sees signs of illegal logging appeared first on India Legal .

The Union government has filed a petition in the Supreme Court seeking to transfer all pending challenges to the promotion and regulation of online gaming act, 2025 from various High Courts to the apex court. At present, cases questioning the validity of the new legislation are being heard in the Delhi, Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh [] The post Centre moves Supreme Court to consolidate challenges against online gaming law appeared first on India Legal .

At the Swadesh Conclave 2025, the discourse was defined by two compelling yet contrasting narrativesIndias resolute quest for sustained economic growth and the solemn affirmation that human values must remain at the core of justice. A new third strand emerged: leveraging artificial intelligence as a catalyst to help India become a developed nation by 2047. [] The post Justice Kotiswar Singh hails digital technology but draws the line on use of AI injusticesystem appeared first on India Legal .

The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to Member of Parliament Mahua Moitra in a legal appeal filed by Advocate Jai Anant Dehadrai. The appeal challenges a March order from the Saket Court, which directed both parties to refrain from publicizing proceedings related to their ongoing custody dispute over a pet Rottweiler named Henry. [] The post Delhi High Court issues notice in high-profile pet custody dispute involving MP Mahua Moitra appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court has directed the All India Football Federation to initiate steps for the timely commencement of the football season, including the Indian Super League. This development comes after the court oversaw the appointment of a Committee of Administrators to draft a new constitution for the AIFF in line with the National Sports Code [] The post Supreme Court directs AIFF to take steps for timely commencement of Football Season appeared first on India Legal .

The Delhi High Court delivered a landmark ruling today, compelling the Delhi government to expedite subsidy payments to purchasers of Electric Vehicles (EVs). This decision marks a significant victory for environmental advocates and consumers eager to embrace sustainable transportation. For months, a bureaucratic tangle had delayed the disbursement of these crucial incentives, dampening enthusiasm for [] The post Delhi High orders government to pay subsidies to EV purchasers appeared first on In

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended 26 new judges to the Allahabad High Court, including 12 lawyers and 14 judicial officers. This recommendation aims to reduce the burden of pending cases, enhance judicial efficiency, and strengthen the overall justice delivery system in Uttar Pradesh. The recommended lawyers include Senior Advocates Garima Prashad, Swarupama Chaturvedi, and [] The post Supreme Court Collegium recommends 26 new judges to the Allahabad High Court appeared first on India

Balaji Foundations Swadesh Conclave 2025 will be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on September 3, Wednesday. This years theme, Transforming Bharat, will serve as a shared platform to present Indias collective vision and future direction, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, academicians, media figures, artists, social leaders, and youth icons. The conclave will witness participation [] The post Swadesh Conclave 2025 on Transforming Bharat tomorrow appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court of India has mandated that qualifying the Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) is compulsory for individuals aspiring to become teachers and for in-service teachers seeking promotions. This directive emphasizes the necessity of the TET for both new appointments and career advancements within the teaching profession. For in-service teachers who were appointed before the [] The post Supreme Court makes TET mandatory for teachers appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court of India on September 2, 2025, underscored that its pronouncement in the matter of gubernatorial powers would stand upon the foundation of constitutional principle rather than political expediency. The Court, while examining a Presidential reference arising out of its April ruling, clarified that its verdict would not hinge on which political party [] The post Supreme Court affirms impartiality in defining limits of gubernatorial power appeared first on India Legal .

The Delhi High Court under the bench of Justice Navin Chawla and Justice Shalinder Kaur have dismissed the bail applications of nine individuals including former JNU students Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in connection with the 2020 northeast Delhi riots conspiracy case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The accused, who have been incarcerated [] The post Delhi High Court upholds detention of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam in 2020 Riots conspiracy case appeared first on India Leg

The Delhi High Courts refusal to grant bail to Tasleem Ahmed must be understood against the backdrop of the extraordinary legal architecture of the UAPA, a statute designed to deal with offences that are perceived as striking at the heart of national security and public order. Unlike ordinary criminal law, the UAPA introduces an almost [] The post Delhi High Court denies bail to Tasleem Ahmed in 2020 Delhi Riots conspiracy case appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court of India has granted permanent protection to cartoonist Hemant Malviya after he issued a public apology for a controversial cartoon depicting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in an undignified manner. The case was disposed of by a bench comprising Justices Aravind Kumar and N. V. Anjaria, who noted [] The post Supreme Court grants full protection to cartoonist Hemant Malviya after apology appeared first on India Legal .

Donald Trumps reckless foreign policy, obsession with absolute power, and dismantling of democratic institutions have transformed the presidency into a threat not only to Americas future but also to world stability The post Trumps Dictatorship Dream: America at the Brink appeared first on India Legal .

The apex court is set to pronounce its verdict on the impasse within the All India Football Federation on September 1. Will it be possible for Indian football to escape the shadow of political interference? The post The Politics of Sport appeared first on India Legal .

From the courtroom battles that made him Indias most feared prosecutor to a Rajya Sabha nomination that sparked controversy, Nikams journey is shaped by chance, politics, and unwavering resolve The post From Prosecutor to Parliamentarian, A Life Defined by Two Phone Calls appeared first on India Legal .

Three new Bills tabled in Parliament have triggered political tremors, raising fears of democratic subversion and deepening cracks in the Opposition The post Modi Govts Push Sparks Alarm appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court on Monday firmly upheld the governments ethanol-blending fuel policy, rejecting a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that sought the continued supply of ethanol-free petrol for older vehicles. The decision marks a decisive judicial endorsement of Indias transition to E20 fuelpetrol blended with 20% ethanola policy that is central to the countrys clean energy [] The post Supreme Court dismisses plea against E20 Petrol policy, declines ethanol-free option for older vehicles appeare

Congress Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, has petitioned the Allahabad High Court, contesting a Varanasi courts directive to rehear an application that sought the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against him over comments he made concerning the Sikh community. The case was brought before Justice Sameer Jain on Monday; however, at the [] The post Rahul Gandhi appeals to Allahabad High Court against FIR plea over his remarks on Sikhs appeared first on India Legal .

The Delhi High Court underscored the urgent need for society to realign its understanding of crimes of sexual violence. The Court observed that the weight of stigma in rape cases must fall squarely on the perpetrator and never upon the survivor. Justice Girish Kathpalia, while delivering the judgment in Altaf vs. State Govt. of NCT [] The post Stigma must rest on the wrongdoer, not survivor: Delhi High Court appeared first on India Legal .