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The apex court has directed states and union territories to dispense the funds raised by judicial officers for clearance of arrears and allowances. The bench said top bureaucrats will have to appear in person for the delay and rejected the request of several states that chief secretaries be allowed to appear virtually

Contentious verdicts and orders regarding women and sexuality have often been frowned on by the Supreme Court. Avoiding gender stereotypes and creating a progressive ecosystem is a challenge 

A new government portal will enable youth to apply for internships directly with the top 500 companies. This will encourage companies to contribute to skill development and give back to society

The Report reveals shocking instances of women in Malayalam cinema being asked to make compromises and adjustments and make themselves available for sex if they wanted to succeed in the industry

In a lapse, orders from the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks have become legally unenforceable, putting a question mark on the administration of intellectual property rights in the country

The horrific incident of the rape and murder of a lady doctor trainee at the hospital has forced the top court to take suo motu cognisance. The Court has issued several critical orders, bringing tempers down a notch

The Gujarat High Court has become a pioneering force in the promotion of alternative dispute resolution methods in India. It has played a  crucial role in advancing mediation and arbitration practices

The apex court ruled that sub-classification within the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes categories is permissible in order to extend the benefits of affirmative action. However, the Court underscored that this must be based on “quantifiable and demonstrable data” instead of political expediency

The apex court granted bail to an accused from Bihar, stating that the principle of “bail is the rule and jail is an exception” will apply even to statutes with strict bail requirements. The bench emphasised the significance of granting bail when a compelling case is presented

The apex court has expressed unhappiness over the nature of apology tendered by Indian Medical Association President Dr RV Asokan. It has refused to accept his regret over an interview where he was critical of the top court