Remarks On BR Ambedkar: Chennai Court Remands Former VHP Leader RBVS Manian To 14-Days Judicial Custody

The Principal Sessions Court, Chennai on Thursday remanded former Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) leader RBVS Manian to 14-day judicial custody in a case for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Dr. BR Ambedkar. Manian was arrested by Chennai City Police on Thursday morning from his residence in T-Nagar after a video went viral where the former leader was seen making alleged...

Delhi Riots UAPA Case: Accused Move Court Seeking Clarity On Completion Of Delhi Police Investigation Before Arguments On Charge

Various accused in the 2020 Delhi riots larger conspiracy case on Thursday moved a Delhi Court seeking clarity from the Delhi Police on the overall status and completion of its investigation in the case being probed by the Special Cell, before proceeding with the arguments on charge.The applications have been moved by Devangana Kalita, Natasha Narwal and Asif Iqbal Tanha before...

Gyanvapi | 'Preserve Objects Related To Hindu Religion Of Historical Significance Found By ASI In Scientific Survey': Varanasi Court To DM

The Varanasi District Court on Wednesday directed the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to submit all objects, related to the Hindu religion having historical significance, found in the ongoing Scientific Survey of the Gyanvapi premises, to the District Magistrate. The Court has also directed the the DM concerned or a person nominated by him to protect those objects/materials and to...

PM Modi Degree Defamation Case | Gujarat Court Refuses To Quash Summons Against Arvind Kejriwal, Sanjay Singh

A Sessions Court in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad today dismissed a revision application filed by Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajyasabha MP Sanjay Singh challenging the issuance of summons by a Magistrate Court in a defamation complaint filed against themThe case has been filed by the Gujarat University over the alleged remarks made by the duo in connection with the academic...

'Is This The Way You Train Juniors?' : Supreme Court Imposes Costs On Advocate For Sending Unprepared Junior Counsel To Seek Adjournment

The Supreme Court today expressed its strong disapproval today when a junior counsel appeared before it unprepared and sought an adjournment. In a stern response, the Court levied costs on the Advocate-on-Record responsible for sending the ill-prepared junior, highlighting the adverse impact of such conduct on both the court's proceedings and the junior counsel's professional growth.The...

In A First, Supreme Court Data Available On National Judicial Data Grid On Real Time Basis; Boost For Transparency, Says CJI DY Chandrachud

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud announced today that the Supreme Court is officially 'onboard' with the National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG) now. The CJI described the onboarding of the Supreme Court data on NJDG portal under the court's 'open data policy' as a step "to bring transparency and accountability in the judicial domain."The NJDG gives real-time data regarding the pendency of...

[TODAY AT 6PM] Launch Of Gautam Bhatia's Book "Unsealed Covers" And Panel Discussion. [WATCH LIVE]

Harper Collins Publishers invites you to the highly-anticipated book launch of "Unsealed Covers: A Decade Of The Constitution, The Courts And The State" by Gautam Bhatia. Join in for an enchanting evening filled with literary delights. There will also be a thought-provoking and inspiring panel discussion. The eminent panelists are: 1. Mr. Gautam Bhatia, Author. 2. Justice (Retd.) S....

Historic Moment At Gujarat High Court As Lok Adalat Settles Accident Death Claim For Rs 5.40 Crore

In a historic development during a National Lok Adalat organized at the Gujarat High Court, a remarkable case was resolved, setting a new benchmark for the Lok Adalats in the region. The case involved a claimant and an insurance company, resulting in a settlement of Rs 5.40 crore, marking the highest-ever compensation awarded in the history of Lok Adalats in Gujarat.The case revolved around...

National Lok Adalat In Patna Resolves 5185 Cases Worth Rs 39.13 Crore

The National Lok Adalat, organized on September 9, under the aegis of the National Legal Services Authority and the Bihar State Legal Services Authority, saw resounding success in Patna and its surrounding areas.The event was presided over by Rajeev Ranjan, District and Sessions Judge and Chairman of the District Legal Services Authority in Patna.This Lok Adalat was not limited to Patna Sadar...

Amicus Curiae Supports Life Ban On Convicted Politicians; Says Sec 8 RP Act Unreasonable For Limiting Disqualification Period

Senior Advocate Vijay Hansaria, the amicus curiae appointed by the Supreme Court in the matter relating to criminal cases against elected representatives (MPs/MLAs) in his 19th report has suggested that limiting the period of disqualification to contest elections after conviction to 6 years, is manifestly arbitrary and violative of Article 14 of the Constitution. The Amicus has...

Parliament Special Session Will Consider Bill On Election Commissioners' Appointment Process

The Centre's Bill proposes to exclude the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel formed by the Supreme Court to pick up Election Commissioners.

We Must Move From “Corporate Social Responsibility” to “Corporate Legal Responsibility”: Justice BR Gavai

Hon’ble Mr Justice BR Gavai represented the Supreme Court of India in the Commonwealth Magistrates and Judges Association Conference at Cardiff, United Kingdom. The Hon’ble Chief Justice of India has nominated Mr Justice B.R. Gavai to represent Indian Judiciary in this Conference hosted by the Judiciary of England & Wales at Cardiff, United Kingdom, from 10th -14th September...