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The apex court has ruled that informing detainees of the reason for their detention is a mandatory constitutional right, not a formality. But will law enforcement comply?

With a decisive victory in Delhi, the party faces a crucial question: Who will be the next chief minister? The party has a free hand, but will it choose experience, legacy, gender representation, or caste considerations?

The apex court has emphasized the urgent need to depoliticize the appointment of public prosecutors, ruling that the selections must be free from political interference, favouritism, or nepotism

In this  Legislative Assembly election, political parties are in a heated competition—not just for power, but for the most enticing giveaway—from providing free electricity to direct cash transfers. Despite the Supreme Court ruling in 2024 that pre-election freebies do not constitute “corrupt practices,” and directing the Election Commission of India to establish guidelines, enforcement remains lax. 

In a verdict poised to reshape urban soundscapes, the Bombay High Court has declared that curbing loudspeaker use at religious sites is not a constitutional violation, but a public health necessity—setting strict noise control guidelines and prioritizing citizens’ right to peace  

Does death grant freedom from earthly divides? A recent case revealed that the answer may be far more complex.

The Bombay High Court recently dismissed a Public Interest Litigation that sought to tackle online ticket scalping, highlighting the judiciary’s limitations in compelling legislative action and regulating private entities

How administrative inefficiencies in court registries delay justice, leaving litigants and lawyers in a quagmire of uncertainty

The apex court has underscored the need for a pragmatic approach in applying Section 306 of the IPC, warning against its overuse in cases of abetment to suicide. Recent rulings have set a higher evidentiary bar for prosecutions, aiming to prevent misuse while ensuring justice for victims

In a significant ruling, the Karnataka High Court has mandated that all schools, including government-run institutions, comply with safety and regulatory requirements under existing laws. The Court underscored that the government must hold itself to the same standards it imposes on private institutions