In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India is set to pronounce its judgment on the bail applications filed by Manish Sisodia, the leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, in a case related to the Delhi liquor policy scam. The verdict is scheduled to be …
In a significant legal update, the Supreme Court, on October 20, 2023, declined to interfere with the Madras High Court’s decision to uphold the ban on reinforced paper cups in the state of Tamil Nadu, introduced in 2019. However, the Apex Court did direct the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) to reconsider the ban …
In a landmark development that has the potential to reshape the landscape of India’s legal system, the Supreme Court has taken an unequivocal stance against the prolonged pendency of cases. The judiciary has issued a comprehensive set of directives designed to expedite the disposal of cases, marking a critical step towards ensuring that justice is …
In a crucial legal development, the Supreme Court of India has issued a series of directions aimed at ensuring the effective implementation of the Sexual Harassment at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act), along with its Rules. These directions, issued to both the Union government and all State/Union Territory (UT) governments, address …
In a significant legal development, the Bombay High Court recently dismissed a petition that sought a complete ban on the engagement of Pakistani artists, including actors, singers, musicians, lyricists, and technicians, by Indian citizens, companies, and associations. The court’s decision is grounded in principles of cultural harmony, unity, and peace, emphasizing the importance of promoting …
In a recent development on October 18, 2023, the Supreme Court of India granted bail to Congress Leader Afzal Lakhani, who was facing accusations of posting ‘Anti-Indian’ and ‘Pro-Pakistani’ content on Facebook. These posts included derogatory remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother, Hiraba. It’s noteworthy that the Gujarat High Court had …
