Sabarimala Reference | Judicial Review Over Superstitious Practices Not Barred, Says Supreme Court In Hearing

The Court said that it can interfere with practices which violate public order, morality or health.

Kerala High Court Appoints Retd Justice VG Arun As Chairman Of High Power Committee For Implementing Sabarimala Master Plan

The Kerala High Court on Tuesday (April 7) appointed retired Justice V.G. Arun as the Chairman of the High Power Committee for implementation of the Sabarimala Master Plan.The Division Bench of Justice Raja Vijayaraghavan V. and Justice K.V. Jayakumar noted that since the previous Chairman, Retd. Justice S. Siri Jagan, had passed away earlier this year, it was necessary to appointment a...

Baseless Allegations Of Wife's Prior Marriage No Bar To Relief Under DV Act; Wife Entitled To Maintenance: HP High Court

The Himachal Pradesh High Court held that mere allegations of a subsisting prior marriage, in the absence of any legally valid proof, cannot disentitle a woman from seeking relief under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. Justice Sandeep Sharma remarked that: “Once marriage inter-se petitioner and respondent No.1 is admitted and no legal/valid document with regard...

Authorities Cannot Direct Removal Of "National" From Trust Name Under Maharashtra Public Trusts Act: Bombay High Court

The Bombay High Court has held that authorities under the Maharashtra Public Trusts Act do not have jurisdiction to direct a change in the name of a trust. The Court observed that the statutory scheme of the Act does not contemplate any enquiry into the suitability of the name of a trust, and therefore, no such power can be exercised by the authorities.Justice Sharmila U. Deshmukh was hearing...

'Legal, Ethical Duty To Maintain Wife & Kids': Gujarat High Court Upholds Husband's 660-Day Jail Term Over Failure To Pay Maintenance

The Gujarat High Court upheld an order directing a husband to undergo imprisonment of 660 days for failing to pay maintenance to his wife and children, after noting that the husband had himself surrendered before the court stating that he was unable to pay the maintenance amount. In doing so the court said that it is the husband's legal and ethical duty to maintain his wife and provide...

How Can Non-Devotees Of Lord Ayyappa Challenge Sabarimala Custom? Supreme Court Asks

If no devotee has challenged it, why should the Court entertain a petition by a person having no concern in the temple, the bench asked.

NLIU Bhopal Team Wins 2nd Symbiosis Moot Court Competition 2026

The National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal team comprising Aditya Kashyap, Parvi Agarwal, and Yajat Sen has emerged as the winners of the 2nd Symbiosis Moot Court Competition, 2026. The competition witnessed participation from teams across law schools and provided a platform for legal research, advocacy, and courtroom skills. The NLIU team secured the top position with a strong display of preparation and precision, bringing laurels to the institution. Notably, all three team members...

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Motor Accident Claim | No Deduction From Salary Just Because Deceased Was On Verge Of Retirement : Supreme...

Motor Accident Claim | No Deduction From Salary Just Because Deceased Was On Verge Of Retirement : Supreme Court

The annual income must be calculated on the basis of last-drawn salary, the Court stated.

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Kerala Court Reserves Verdict In Film Director Renjith's Bail Plea In Sexual Assault Case, Order Likely On Friday

The Judicial First Class Magistrate-1, Ernakulam has reserved its verdict in the bail plea of film director Renjith Balakrishnan, who is arrayed in a sexual assault case.Smt. L. Usha, Magistrate orally said that order would be passed on April 10 (Friday).Renjith is accused of the offences punishable under Sections 127 [Wrongful confinement], 79 [Word, gesture or act intended to insult the...

'Child Welfare Prevails Over Foreign Orders': AP High Court Rejects Father's Plea Seeking Enforcement Of UK Court Custody Order

While dismissing a writ of of habeas corpus filed by a father before the Andhra Pradesh High Court seeking custody of his minor-child (a UK citizen) in order to enforce an order passed by the Family Court of England, the High Court has observed that such a writ cannot be employed to enforce foreign court orders, and reaffirmed that the minor's welfare is paramount and prevails over...