Review Petition Filed Against Supreme Court Direction That Only District Judges Can Head District Consumer Commissions

A review petition has been filed in the Supreme Court against the judgment dated May 21, 2025, in Ganeshkumar Rajeshwarrao Selukar & Others vs. Mahendra Bhaskar Limaye & Others in which directions were issued regarding the appointment, eligibility, selection, and tenure of Presidents and Members of State and District Consumer Commissions.One important direction issued in the judgment...

Beyond Formality: Why Written Grounds Of Arrest Must Reach Both Accused And Their Families

The guarantee under Article 22(1) of the Constitution — that no person shall be arrested without being informed of the grounds of arrest — is one of the most vital protections for personal liberty. Yet, for decades, this right was interpreted narrowly, satisfied by mere oral communication, often reduced to a ritualistic formality. The Supreme Court's recent jurisprudence, however, marks a decisive shift. Through a series of rulings culminating in Vihaan Kumar v. State of Haryana,...

Justices Alok Aradhe & Vipul Pancholi | POSH Act | SIR | Delhi LG | Kapil Mishra Over Communal Tweet [VIDEO]

Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Vipul Pancholi have taken oath as new judges of the Supreme Court. The Apex Court has issued notice to the Union and Bar Council of India on a plea to extend POSH Act protections to women advocates. In another case, the SC asked a petitioner challenging the J&K Government's ban on 25 books to approach the High Court. The Court has also agreed to hear...

Dean - School Of Law Vacancy At Pandit Deendayal Energy University, Gujarat [Apply Now]

Pandit Deendayal Energy University invites application for the post of Dean – School of Law.Name of the Post: Dean - School of Law Essential Qualification and Experience• A Ph.D. in Law from a recognized University • At least 10 years of experience, including 5 years in a leadership role. • A proven track record in teaching, research, administration, and academic leadership Roles & Responsibilities • The Dean will lead strategic initiatives, curriculum development, and collaborations...

Legal Officer Vacancy At National Bank For Agriculture And Rural Development

National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development invites online application for the post of Legal Officer.Name of the Post: Legal Officer No. of Post: 01 (One) Age Limit: 35-65 Years Essential Qualification and Experience • Degree in Law from a recognized University in India. • Enrolled as Advocate with Bar Council. • Experience in handling legal documentation work relating to infrastructure / large bank loans ; Experience in handling projects relating to Renewable Energy sector will be...

[Arbitration] Executing Court Retains Jurisdiction To Modify Stay Order & Direct Deposit Of Remaining Amount With Interest: Calcutta HC

The Calcutta High Court bench of Justice Shampa Sarkar held that the court as an Executing Court retains jurisdiction to direct deposit of the remaining awarded amount along with interest before granting stay on the enforcement of the award, even if a stay order had already been passed upon filing an application to set aside the award, since modification of the conditions of the stay...

Contractual Validity Of Restrictive Covenants For Premature Resignation Legal Analysis

In a significant judgment delivered on 14 May 2025, the Supreme Court of India in Vijaya Bank & Anr. v. Prashant B. Narnaware, 2025 LiveLaw (SC) 565 (“Vijaya Bank Case”) clarified the enforceability of liquidated damages clauses in employment contracts, particularly in cases of premature resignation. The court held that a clause requiring an employee to pay a pre-determined sum for leaving employment before completing a minimum tenure does not amount to a restraint of trade under Section 27...

Supreme Court Monthly Digest July 2025

Citations 2025 LiveLaw (SC) 693 - 2025 LiveLaw (SC) 760Advocates Act, 1961 - High Court of Orissa (Designation of Senior Advocate) Rules, 2019- Rule 6(9)- Suo moto power to the full court of High Court to designate an advocate as 'Senior Advocate'- the 2019 Rules were formulated in the backdrop of the Indira Jaising v Supreme Court of India (2017)- High Court held Rule 6(9) to be ultra vires...

Former Judge Of Supreme Court, Justice M. Ravindra Bhat Joins Singapore's Arbitration Chambers As First Indian Member

The Arbitration Chambers of Singapore has expanded its panel with the appointment of two new members, former judge of the Supreme Court of India, Justice M. Ravindra Bhat, and Allen & Gledhill partner and former CIAC CEO and registrar, Minn Naing Oo.Justice Bhat becomes the first Indian member of the Arbitration Chambers. He was instrumental in founding the Delhi International...

Dharmasthala Burial Case | Bengaluru Court Issues Fresh 'Gag Order' Restraining Media Reporting Against Temple Admin

A civil court in Bengaluru has re-issued a fresh interim injunction restraining certain media houses from publishing defamatory content against the temple administration or the family in relation to the Dharmasthala burial cases. The city civil court said “I.A.No.II filed by the plaintiff under Order XXXIX Rule 1 and 2 R/w section 151 of C.P.C is partly allowed. Defendants (excluding...

Mandatory To Implead Alleged Paramour Of Spouse When Seeking Divorce On Grounds Of Adultery: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has held that it is not only necessary but mandatory to implead the alleged paramour of one's spouse when seeking divorce on the ground of adultery.A division bench of Justices Anil Kshetarpal and Harish Vaidyanathan Shankar observed,“The procedural framework governing such (divorce) petitions requires that full particulars of the alleged matrimonial offence (adultery)...

Supreme Court Daily Round-Up : August 29, 2025

Links of today's reports from Supreme Court.Four Women Senior Advocates Express Solidarity With Justice Nagarathna's Collegium Dissent, Raise Concerns About Lack Of TransparencyJustices Alok Aradhe & Vipul Pancholi Take Oath As Supreme Court JudgesBihar SIR | Supreme Court Agrees To Hear On Monday Pleas To Extend September 1 Deadline For Claims & Objections'You Don't Allow Lawyers...