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A Public Interest Litigation in the Bombay High Court sought to address the practice of hair transplant surgeries being performed by surgeons who lack the requisite qualifications. The PIL said that with the proliferation of social media platforms, the reach of unqualified dental practitioners posing as dermatologists or hair transplant surgeons has expanded significantly

A bridge over Kerala’s Bharathapuzha River has raised the hackles of Metro Man E Sreedharan who has filed a PIL alleging that it would disrupt the site’s historical and religious significance

The apex court Court recently overturned the National Green  Tribunal’s order to close a garbage processing plant in Pune’s Baner area. The Tribunal, after an expert committee report, had ordered the shutdown of the plant, citing violations of statutory norms and the right to a clean environment

After a row over bail to three men who assaulted a 72-year-old, the police added more charges, leading to non-bailable warrants against them. Bail can be refused if found in conflict with justice and fairness

Within the massive uproar against the rape and murder in Kolkata, the West Bengal government has brought in a strict anti-rape law which it hopes will go smoothly through the offices of the governor and the president

An e-FIR is a digital version of a First Information Report, a document used to report a cognizable offense to the police. It is a convenient and efficient way to pursue justice. e-FIR allows individuals to report a crime without having to physically visit the police station, but it also comes with some drawbacks

PM Modi’s visit to Brunei marks a milestone in the strengthening of bilateral ties between the two nations. As tensions simmer in South China Sea, Brunei’s diplomacy will have to do a fine balancing act

Chief Justice DY Chandrachud has often emphasised the need for legal education in regional languages. But first, break down the English curriculum to make it easier for students to get a firmer grasp

Last week’s debate between candidates for president of the United States was a face-off between an angry old man and a confident woman. Post-debate polls showed vice-president Kamala Harris a clear winner, but they also suggested that it will be a close race come November

As the centre and stakeholders get together to develop a protocol to safeguard the interests of patients and medical professionals, it is hoped that it will ensure a safer era of medical healthcare in the country