Supreme Court Reiterates: Grant of Bail Should Not Be Subject to Deposit of Money
The Supreme Court of India has once again clarified an important principle governing bail jurisprudence: courts must not impose monetary deposit conditions while granting regular or anticipatory bail. In PRANTIK KUMAR & ANR v. THE…
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District Judge Stooped So Low To Take Vengeance Against His PSO’: Supreme Court Rejects Plea Against Vigilance Enquiry
In a strongly worded order reflecting zero tolerance for judicial overreach and abuse of authority,…
Himachal Pradesh High Court: Saying ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ Is Not Sedition Unless India Is Denounced
The Himachal Pradesh High Court, in a significant ruling on August 19, 2025, clarified that…
Growing Disillusionment with Arbitration in India: Justice Pankaj Mithal Highlights Concerns
In a significant commentary on the current state of dispute resolution in India, Supreme Court…
Supreme Court Pulls Up ED for Filing Article 32 Petition in NAM Scam Case: “If ED Has Fundamental Rights, It Should Think About People’s Rights Too”
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India on April 8, 2025, sharply questioned…
Supreme Court Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of River Pollution in Rajasthan: Jojari River Crisis and Environmental Accountability
On September 16, 2025, the Supreme Court of India took suo motu cognizance of the…
Karnataka High Court Quashes Earlier Approval of Modified Building Plan: Upholding Urban Planning Norms
In a significant ruling impacting urban development and building regulations in Karnataka, the Karnataka High…
Supreme Court Directs Petitioners Challenging Hindu Religious Endowments Acts in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh & Telangana to Approach High Courts
In a significant procedural decision, the Supreme Court of India, on April 1, 2025, disposed…
Supreme Court Grants Bail in GST Offence: Emphasizes Bail Should Be the Norm Under Section 132 of CGST Act
In a significant ruling that impacts the interpretation of bail provisions under the Goods and…
Specific Performance Decree Remains Enforceable Despite Delay in Payment: Supreme Court
Introduction In an important ruling reaffirming the equitable nature of remedies under contract law, the…