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With negotiations over constitutional safeguards and political autonomy stalled, the Kargil Democratic Alliance co-chairperson accuses the centre of reneging on a negotiated understanding, diluting promised powers and imposing an unacceptable administrative structure. He warns that continued delays risk deepening public alienation in the strategically sensitive region The post We Have Been Cheated, Betrayed: Ladakh Leaders Accuse Centre Of Going Back On Its Word appeared first on India Legal .

Donald Trump invited voters to treat the mid-terms as a referendum on his presidency. They accepted the invitationand delivered a sweeping rebuke to his administration. From a historic Democratic resurgence in Congress to an extraordinary political upheaval in Texas, the results have redrawn the political landscape. But the real test may lie in what happens between the verdict at the ballot box and the arrival of a new Congress in January The post Blue Fires Red appeared first on India Legal .

The Election Commissions credibility takes another hit as it announces that Form 6, meant for new voters, can be used to reinstate names deleted in the SIR exercise. Can citizens be asked to rely on an assurance that may subsequently be challenged, interpreted differently or, scarier still, withdrawn by another clarification? The post Malice In Wonderland appeared first on India Legal .

An outdated income ceiling, unequal distribution of reservation benefits and political expediency have undermined the very principle meant to ensure that affirmative action reaches the most disadvantaged. A recent apex court ruling has once again brought the fault lines in Indias reservation policy into sharp focus The post The Creamy Layer Conundrum appeared first on India Legal .

By Inderjit Badhwar There is perhaps no more important test of a democracy than the manner in which it treats those who challenge authority. Governments are elected to govern, laws are enacted to maintain order, and institutions are established to protect the collective interests of society. But beneath this architecture of governance lies a fundamental [] The post The Fragile Promise Of Liberty appeared first on India Legal .

From the preventive detention of student leaders to compulsory peace bonds, the policing of last Octobers Gen Z protests in Delhi has raised troubling questions about personal liberty, constitutional safeguards and the increasingly blurred boundary between maintaining public order and suppressing democratic dissent The post The New Instruments Of Control appeared first on India Legal .

National Green Tribunal (NGT) Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava highlighted Indias contribution to the evolution of global environmental jurisprudence, emphasising the role of judicial intervention, institutional accountability and effective enforcement in protecting biodiversity, at the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP17) and the International Judicial Colloquium held in Yerevan, [] The post NGT chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava highl

A Delhi court has rejected the second regular bail applications filed by Manoranjan D and Sagar Sharma, accused of breaching Parliaments security on December 13, 2023, observing that there are reasonable grounds to believe that the allegations against them under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) are prima facie true. Special NIA Judge Kiran Bansal [] The post 2023 Parliament security breach: Delhi Court rejects second bail pleas of Manoranjan D, Sagar Sharma; says UAPA charges prim

Former Madras High Court and Calcutta High Court judge Justice CS Karnan passed away in Chennai on Friday morning. He was 71. Justice Karnan had been residing in Chennai and was undergoing treatment at a hospital following health complications. He reportedly died after his condition failed to respond to medical intervention. Born in 1955 in [] The post Former Madras High Court judge Justice CS Karnan dies at 71; was first sitting HC judge to be jailed for contempt appeared first on India Legal .

The Bombay High Court has reiterated that peaceful protests against administrative apathy cannot be met with criminal prosecution in the absence of material establishing violence or unlawful obstruction, observing that treating democratic dissent as a criminal offence would strike at the foundations of democracy. The Nagpur Bench of Justice MW Chandwani made the observations while [] The post Criminalising peaceful protests would be a sad day for democracy: Bombay High Court appeared first on In

The Calcutta High Court on Thursday took strong exception to remarks made by Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee allegedly suggesting that a section of the judiciary was acting under the influence of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Justice Krishna Rao, while hearing Banerjees petition challenging the West Bengal governments decision to downgrade his security [] The post Name the judges who are with BJP: Calcutta High Court questions Abhishek Banerjee over remarks against Judiciary ap

The Union Government is planning to introduce evening courts on a pilot basis in Delhi, Bihar and Andhra Pradesh as part of its efforts to address the mounting pendency of cases across the country. Under the proposed initiative, courts presently functioning during regular daytime hours will extend their working hours by a few additional hours [] The post Centre to introduce evening courts in Delhi, Bihar and Andhra Pradesh on pilot basis to reduce case backlog appeared first on India Legal .

The Calcutta High Court on Thursday reserved its order on a petition filed by Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee challenging the West Bengal governments decision to downgrade his security cover from Z+ to X category following the change of government in the State. Justice Krishna Rao, while hearing the plea, questioned the State government [] The post Calcutta High Court reserves order on Abhishek Banerjees plea challenging downgrade of Z+ security cover appeared first on India Legal

The Court noted that 2,423 cases under the Prevention of Corruption Act were pending across the State as of June 30, 2026. The Madras High Court has called upon the Tamil Nadu Government to consider setting up additional exclusive Special Courts for corruption cases, observing that the substantial pendency of such matters requires dedicated judicial [] The post Madras High Court calls for dedicated special courts across Tamil Nadu to expedite corruption trials appeared first on India Legal .

Uttar Pradesh Police have registered an FIR against unidentified persons after a purportedly forged Allahabad High Court order was allegedly used to procure the blocking of 95 websites by the Union government, raising concerns over the misuse of judicial documents to secure online content restrictions. The case has been registered under Sections 318(2), 336(2), 336(3), [] The post UP Police register FIR over forged Allahabad High Court order used to block 95 websites appeared first on India Lega

The Supreme Court has directed WhatsApp and other digital intermediaries to apprise it of the measures they propose to introduce to prevent digital arrest scams and related cybercrimes, emphasising the need for stronger safeguards against the growing menace of online financial fraud. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and [] The post Supreme Court directs WhatsApp, other platforms to submit action plan to combat digital arrest scams, cybercrimes appeare

The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) to immediately register an FIR into alleged large-scale irregularities in the procurement of fake, plagiarised and AI-generated books for public libraries across the State. A Division Bench of Justice GR Swaminathan and Justice MD Sumathi also ordered the immediate freezing [] The post Madras High Court orders FIR into alleged AI-generated books scam in public libraries, directs freezing of publ

The Kerala High Court has called for expeditious action in the Sabarimala gold theft investigation, directing the concerned authorities to speed up the process of granting prosecution sanction against officials accused in the alleged misappropriation of gold from the temples sanctum sanctorum doorframes. A Division Bench comprising Justice Raja Vijayaraghavan V. and Justice K.V. Jayakumar [] The post Sabarimala gold theft: Kerala High Court directs authorities to expedite prosecution sanction, S

The Delhi High Court has directed the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and Delhi Police to work in coordination to ensure that Chandni Chowk remains free from unauthorised encroachments and accessible to pedestrians, expressing concern over the continued prevalence of illegal vending despite repeated judicial directions. A Division Bench of Justice Prathiba M Singh and [] The post Delhi High Court directs MCD, Police to keep Chandni Chowk free from encroachments, ensure pedestrian access app

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has informed the Delhi High Court that it is examining serious allegations of separatist links against Waris Punjab De before taking a decision on the organisations application for registration as a political party. In an affidavit filed before the High Court, the poll body said it had received sensitive [] The post ECI flags alleged separatist links of Waris Punjab de before Delhi High Court; background inquiry pending appeared first on India Legal .

The Bombay High Court has declined to grant urgent permission for organising Chhath Puja celebrations at Mumbais Girgaum Chowpatty on November 15 and 16, observing that the fundamental right to religious freedom under Article 25 of the Constitution is subject to the requirements of public order, morality and health. A vacation bench of Justice Advait [] The post Religious freedom subject to public order, health: Bombay High Court declines urgent relief for Chhath puja at Girgaum chowpatty appear

The Supreme Court has held that a grandson cannot claim a right by birth in property inherited by his father under the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, where the grandfathers estate has devolved upon his Class I heirs and the respective shares have subsequently been partitioned. A Bench of Justice Augustine George Masih and Justice Sunita [] The post Grandson cannot claim birthright in property allotted to father upon partition of grandfathers estate: Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .

The Bombay High Court has directed the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) to conduct inspections and independent water audits of casino and cruise vessels operating in the River Mandovi after water quality assessments revealed faecal coliform levels exceeding permissible limits, with particularly high concentrations detected near casino and cruise jetties. A Division Bench of [] The post Mandovi river pollution: Bombay High Court orders water audit of casino vessels, directs action agains

The Telangana High Court has sentenced the District Collector of Ranga Reddy district to six months of simple imprisonment for wilfully disobeying its direction to consider a representation seeking the removal of certain land parcels from the prohibitory properties list maintained under Section 22-A of the Registration Act, 1908. Justice K. Lakshman, while allowing a [] The post Telangana High Court sentences Ranga Reddy district collector to six months jail for contempt; suspends sentence for f

The Supreme Court has declined to interfere with an interim order of the Punjab and Haryana High Court permitting the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to conduct a preliminary enquiry into allegations of religious conversions and other activities involving Pastor Ankur Yoseph Narula, founder of the Church of Signs and Wonders, Jalandhar, and his wife, [] The post Supreme Court refuses to interfere with CBI preliminary enquiry against pastor Ankur Narula over religious conversion allegations

The Supreme Court has held that insubordination, behavioural issues or strained relations with members of the Bar cannot, by themselves, form the basis for branding a judicial officers integrity as doubtful, observing that questions of judicial temperament must be distinguished from allegations of dishonesty. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya [] The post Insubordination does not by itself cast doubt on judicial officers integrity: Supreme Court rejects Allaha

The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to pay compensation exceeding 15 lakh to a vehicle owner whose commercial vehicle was seized and subsequently confiscated on suspicion of transporting cattle for slaughter, without sufficient evidence to substantiate the allegation. Justice Sandeep Jain, while allowing a petition filed by Tej Prakash in Tej [] The post Allahabad High Court orders UP Government to pay over 15 lakh compensation for illegal seizure of vehicle on cat

The Manipur High Court has directed the Centre to keep the Census 2027 exercise in the State in abeyance until April 30, 2027, asking the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India to take a reasoned decision on seven representations highlighting concerns over population enumeration, the status of internally displaced persons and the prevailing situation [] The post Manipur High Court keeps census 2027 in abeyance till April 30, 2027, seeks Centres decision on displaced persons enumerati

A Punjab and Haryana High Court order could be the much-needed green light for the environment. It is to be seen if the courts can stop the decimation of Indias trees The post How Green Was Our Land appeared first on India Legal .

The mid-trial replacement of a judge and special public prosecutor in the politically sensitive Lakhimpur Kheri violence case raises disturbing questions about judicial independence, transparency and the credibility of the trial process The post When Justice Itself Comes Under Scrutiny appeared first on India Legal .

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, ostensibly designed to protect citizens privacy, is facing a constitutional challenge from news publishers who argue that its sweeping provisions could cripple investigative journalism, weaken the right to information and give the government unprecedented access to personal data. The Supreme Court must now examine where privacy ends and press freedom begins The post Privacy Law or Press Control? appeared first on India Legal .

As India prepares for its first digital Census, amendments expanding the pool of enumerators to private institutions and individuals have triggered questions about political neutrality, data security and accountability. With the SIR controversy still casting a shadow over electoral verification, the government faces a larger challenge: ensuring that citizens can trust those collecting their personal information The post Who Will Count the People? appeared first on India Legal .

The Delhi High Court has passed a decree permanently protecting veteran actor Amitabh Bachchans personality and publicity rights, restraining several individuals and entities from commercially exploiting his name, image, voice, likeness or other attributes of his persona without his express consent. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav passed the order on November 5, bringing to a conclusion [] The post Delhi High Court grants permanent protection to Amitabh Bachchans personality rights, extends in

Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant on Friday called upon the legal fraternity to move beyond the token remembrance of Dr BR Ambedkar to the responsibility his vision places on each generation. Delivering the chief guests address at the 1st National Conference organised by the SC, ST & OBC Advocates Association on The Life, [] The post Constitution is a continuing responsibility, says CJI Surya Kant at Ambedkar Conference appeared first on India Legal .

The Delhi High Court has granted relief to advocates and judicial staff residing in the National Capital Region (NCR), permitting them to enter the national capital in vehicles registered outside Delhi that do not comply with BS-VI emission standards. The exemption, however, will remain restricted to court working days. Justice Amit Mahajan passed the order [] The post Delhi High Court exempts NCR-based lawyers, court staff from non-BS-VI vehicle ban on court working days appeared first on India

CJI Surya Kant-led Bench urges Delhi authorities to involve local councillors in spreading awareness ahead of Diwali; cautions that repeated judicial directions may lead to increased violations. The Supreme Court on Friday, November 6, emphasised that efforts to curb air pollution during Diwali and other festivals must evolve into a community-driven initiative, observing that the [] The post Supreme Court calls for peoples movement against firecracker pollution, says judicial orders alone cannot

A Delhi court has dismissed a complaint seeking registration of an FIR against Chief Minister Rekha Gupta over her alleged remarks comparing Delhi government officials to Lord Hanuman during an official programme. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Ashwani Panwar of the Rouse Avenue Courts rejected the complaint filed by Ram Niwas Sharma under Section 223 of [] The post Delhi court dismisses complaint seeking FIR against CM Rekha Gupta over Lord Hanuman remarks appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court on Friday declined to suspend the 10-year prison sentence imposed on former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal, who was convicted of raping a junior colleague inside a hotel elevator in Goa in November 2013. A Bench comprising Justice M.M. Sundresh and Justice Prasanna B. Varale rejected Tejpals application after examining the evidence on [] The post Supreme Court declines to suspend Tarun Tejpals 10-year sentence in 2013 rape case appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to office-bearers of the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC), including its senior functionaries, seeking an explanation as to why contempt proceedings should not be initiated against them over a controversial social media post calling for Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kants resignation. A Bench of Justices [] The post Supreme Court issues contempt notice to Kerala Congress over social media post seeking CJI Surya Kants resignation appeared f

The Supreme Court has brought an end to a protracted inter-State dispute over Himachal Pradeshs share in electricity generated by the Bhakra-Nangal and Beas hydroelectric projects, finalising a mechanism to operationalise the States 7.19% entitlement. A three-judge Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana approved a cashless [] The post Supreme Court settles decades-long power sharing dispute between Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and Haryana appear

Delhi High Court Justice Prathiba M. Singh has emphasised the need for greater integration of technology into the judicial system, observing that courts can no longer function effectively without technological assistance. She also underlined the importance of making society aware of the substantial workload shouldered by judges, particularly amid recurring criticism over judicial vacations. Speaking [] The post Judges must embrace technology; society needs to understand their workload: Justice P

Former Supreme Court Judge Justice Rajesh Bindal has been appointed Chairperson of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), marking his return to judicial administration following his retirement from the Supreme Court earlier this year. Justice Bindal confirmed his appointment to Bar & Bench on November 5. He succeeds former Supreme Court Judge Justice Ashok [] The post Former Supreme Court Judge Justice Rajesh Bindal appointed NCLAT Chairperson appeared first on India Legal .

The Allahabad High Court has expressed strong disapproval of protesting advocates allegedly obstructing access to a courtroom and preventing court staff from entering through its main entrance, observing that judicial functioning cannot be brought to a standstill because lawyers choose to abstain from their professional duties. A Division Bench comprising Justice Ajay Bhanot and Justice [] The post Allahabad High Court says court proceedings cannot be held hostage by lawyers protest, takes excep

By Keshav Ranjan and Shweta Sundram Free and fair elections are the cornerstone of Indias democracy. An accurate electoral roll is fundamental to ensuring that every eligible citizen can exercise the right to vote while preventing electoral fraud. In this context, the Election Commission of India (ECI) periodically undertakes the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of [] The post Special Intensive Revision: Balancing Electoral Integrity And Inclusive Democracy appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the five-member High-Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC), constituted to investigate allegations of police excesses during the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP)-led student protests at Delhis Jantar Mantar in July, to submit its first fact-finding report within one month. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi [] The post CJP protests: Supreme Court directs inquiry panel to submit first report on police excesses within one

You might know your cars registration number by heart, but remembering when its insurance expires is not easy. Perhaps the policy document is buried in your emails, or you are checking a used car and want to know whether its insurance is still valid. An insurance check by vehicle number can help you trace available [] The post How To Check Car Insurance By Vehicle Number: 4 Official Methods (VAHAN, mParivahan, IIB, DigiLocker) appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the Allahabad High Court to take up Samajwadi Party leader and former Uttar Pradesh Minister Mohammad Azam Khans plea challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on November 16. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi transferred the matter to the High [] The post Supreme Court directs Allahabad High Court to hear Azam Khans plea challenging ED arrest on November 16 appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court has held that the constitutional requirement of producing an arrested person before a Magistrate within 24 hours begins from the moment the persons liberty is effectively curtailed, and not from the time the police formally records the arrest. A Bench of Justice Ujjal Bhuyan and Justice Atul S Chandurkar ruled that any [] The post 24-hour deadline for producing accused before magistrate begins from detention, not formal arrest: Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .

The Supreme Court on Wednesday, November 4, issued notice to the Central Government and Meta Platforms on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking regulatory intervention against social media algorithms and design features allegedly engineered to encourage compulsive usage among children. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V. [] The post Supreme Court seeks Centre, Metas response to plea alleging social media algorithms are make children a

The Supreme Court has held that authorities must adopt a practical and humane approach while examining claims for pension under freedom fighters welfare schemes, observing that elderly claimants cannot be expected to produce documentary evidence relating to events that occurred nearly half a century ago. A Bench of Justice Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha and Justice Alok [] The post Freedom fighters pension claims must be assessed on probabilities, not strict proof: Supreme Court appeared first on I