Jammu & Kashmir High Court Quashes Case Against In-laws, Highlights Misuse of Criminal Proceedings in Matrimonial Conflicts
The Jammu & Kashmir High Court threw out a criminal case that a woman had brought against her in-laws, ruling that legal actions cannot be used improperly to settle marital disputes. The court emphasised that carrying on with these proceedings would be a
‘consumer’ in a brothel house can be made liable: Kerala HC
Facts:- The petitioner in the case was found as a customer in a brothel house and was alleged as the 3rd accused for the offences under sections 3, 4, 5 and 7 of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956 (ITP Act). Background:- The
Karnataka High Court Upholds Justice in Conviction of Sexual Assault Case
This story isn’t just about legal proceedings; it’s about a young girl whose world was shattered by a heinous act. In a profound and pivotal moment, the Karnataka High Court, Dharwad Bench, delivered a judgment that echoed the cries for justice of an
Enhancing Women’s Representation in Indian Assemblies: A Legislative Milestone
Issues at Hand The recent passage of two crucial bills in the Indian Parliament has sparked both commendation and controversy. Amid uproar over the Lok Sabha breach on December 13, the Rajya Sabha affirmed the extension of women’s quotas to the assemblies of
Landmark Gujarat High Court Ruling Stresses Accountability and Urges Societal Shift in Addressing Gender Violence
The Gujarat High Court has emphasized the importance of addressing gender violence and the need to break the silence surrounding it. The court noted that marital rape is illegal in fifty American States, three Australian States, New Zealand, Canada, Israel, France, Sweden, Denmark,
Parliament security lapse:- Plea filed in SC, sought probe monitored by retired judge
PIL was filed by a lawyer in the SC whereby he had sought the judicial investigation under the supervision of any retired SC judge in the matter of the Lok Sabha security breach which happened on December 13, 2023. The petitioner seeks an
Kerala High Court Grants Exceptional Enrollment: A Case of Timely Justice
Introduction: The Kerala High Court’s recent decision to permit a law graduate’s enrollment, despite missing the application deadline, sparks debate on exceptions and procedural rigidity in enrollment ceremonies. The petitioner’s plea centered on delayed university results hindering timely application submission. Reasoning: In a
“Supreme Court Upholds PTI’s Status as a Teacher: Unraveling Definitions and Ensuring Rights”
Introduction: The recent Supreme Court ruling on December 13 delved into the classification of a Physical Training Instructor (PTI) as a ‘teacher’ within the academic sphere. The case revolved around P.C. Modi, a sports officer/PTI at Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, challenging his
SuoMotu Cognizance initiated by Telangana HC for the menace of missing children in the state
A suo moto cognizance was taken by the Telangana HC on the issue of missing children as recently the state was ranked 8th nationwide in the count of missing children. The division bench comprised of Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Anil Kumar
Civil Judge’s Plea alleging sexual harassment by district judge was refused by the SC
On Wednesday, a refusal was registered by the SC, to entertain the writ petition that was filed by the Civil Judge from Uttar Pradesh, who had alleged that she was sexually harassed by a district judge. The bench which comprised justices Hrishikesh Roy
