SC cautions women not to misuse laws like 498A in matrimonial disputes, stressing they are for protection, not for extortion or coercion of husbands.
Supreme Court directs Maharashtra to ensure timely production of accused in court to avoid delays in trials, upholding the right to a speedy trial.
Kerala HC rules out compromise as a basis for quashing FIR in serious POCSO Act cases, affirming the importance of societal impact over private settlements.
SC rules High Courts cannot direct trial courts to follow specific formats for bail orders, safeguarding judicial discretion in landmark Ayub Khan case.
Supreme Court rejects regularisation of illegal constructions, irrespective of occupancy or investments, and calls for action against officials issuing false certificates.
Kerala HC grants bail to Malayalam filmmaker Balachandra Menon in a 17-year-old case, emphasizing that pride and dignity are equal for both men and women.
Supreme Court rules police officers filing false cases cannot claim protection under Section 197 CrPC. Lodging bogus cases is not part of official duty.
Bombay HC dismissed plea to quash FIR under SC/ST Act for slapping SC MP and uttering derogatory words in public, citing clear intent and evidence.
Jharkhand High Court halts implementation of a law mandating 75% job reservation for locals in private sector, citing constitutional violations and public interest concerns.
Allahabad HC directs appointment of judicial officer after honourable acquittal, stating suspicion post-acquittal undermines rule of law. Key insights here.
