MPs /MLAs cannot claim immunity from prosecution for taking bribes in the house: SC
On Monday it was ruled by the supreme court that the MLAs And MPs cannot claim any immunity form the prosecution under articles 105 and 194 of the constitution of India. Under article 105(2) immunity has been conferred on the Members of Parliament
Supreme Court Emphasizes Complexity of Suicide Cases: Abetment Not Always Necessary
Introduction: In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India shed light on the intricate nature of suicide cases, highlighting that not every instance of suicide involves external abetment or coercion. Justices Bela M Trivedi and Ujjal Bhuyan presided over a case challenging
Supreme Court Controversy: Radheshyam Bhagwandas Shah’s Plea Challenging Judicial Impropriety
Introduction: Radheshyam Bhagwandas Shah, a convict in the notorious Bilkis Bano gangrape case, has stirred fresh controversy by moving a plea before the Supreme Court. He contests the January 8 judgment which revoked his remission and that of ten others, labeling it as
Supreme Court Dismisses PIL Seeking Digital Monitoring of MPs/MLAs
Introduction: On March 1, the Supreme Court of India dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) petition that aimed to digitally monitor the activities of Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in an effort to ensure transparency and prevent corruption.
Supreme Court Acquits Accused in Kidnapping Case: Analysis of Legal Ruling
Introduction: In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India acquitted an accused individual charged under Section 364A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), pertaining to kidnapping for ransom. The decision stemmed from the prosecution’s failure to establish a crucial aspect of the
Supreme Court to Address Alleged Discrimination Against Specially-Abled Passengers at Airports
Introduction: Arushi Singh, a specially-abled woman, has taken her grievance of alleged humiliation at Kolkata airport to the Supreme Court. Singh, a law graduate, recounts an incident where she was repeatedly asked to stand during security screening despite her disability. The insensitivity displayed
The pension to retired district court judges of Rs.19k-20k is not just: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court recently raised its concerns over the meagre pension of 19k-20k being paid to the retired district court judges and asked the Centre to find a “just solution.” As per the Liv Law report, A bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud,
The response of ED to AAP leader Sanjay Singh has been sought by the SC
On Monday, the SC had sought the response from the Enforcement Directorate’s response to Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh. The bench comprised of Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Dutta had issued notice in the special leave petition that was filed by Sanjay
Supreme Court’s Examination of Google PIN in Bail Orders: A Privacy Concern
Introduction: The Supreme Court of India has recently issued notice to Google India Private Limited concerning the utilization of Google PIN in the context of bail conditions requiring accused individuals to share their live mobile location with investigating officers. The Court’s inquiry stems
Supreme Court Affirms Right to Property for Non-Citizens in Enemy Property Case
Introduction: In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India delivered a significant judgment regarding the right to property, specifically in the context of enemy properties under the Enemy Property Act, 1968. The bench, comprising Justices BV Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan, made observations
