Kerala HC mandates probe into remarks by ex-minister Saji Cherian allegedly disrespecting the Constitution, emphasizing the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act.
Supreme Court highlights risks of trial courts being influenced by inadmissible police confessions in prosecution witness depositions.
Patna HC finds Bihar Prohibition Act misused for personal gains by officials, impacting the poor. Suspension of a police inspector quashed for violating natural justice.
Supreme Court rules that a breakup in a consensual relationship cannot lead to criminal proceedings. Consensual nature of the relationship emphasized.
Delhi HC mandates Delhi Police to add arrest grounds in memos, ensuring compliance with Section 50 CrPC to safeguard individual liberty.
Rajasthan HC rules that the Collector must independently assess prosecution sanctions, not just copy Anti-Corruption Bureau’s draft.
Rajasthan HC rules carrying firearms is a statutory privilege, not a fundamental right under Article 21. Application for second firearm license denied due to lack of need.
SCBA strongly condemns police violence on Ghaziabad lawyers, demands inquiry against District Judge, accountability for police, and implementation of Advocates Protection Act.
Bombay HC commutes death sentences, condemning a trial court’s reliance on Mahabharata and statistical data instead of case facts in a multi-murder judgment.
Kerala High Court issues strict guidelines for captive elephant welfare, ensuring their health, rest, and humane treatment during festivals.
