Rajasthan High Court affirms that right to health is integral to the right to life, emphasizing government responsibility for accessible healthcare services.
The Supreme Court rules that demolishing a house solely based on criminal accusations violates the rule of law, requiring due process and judicial oversight.
Himachal Pradesh HC stresses the need for police and prosecutors to avoid selective evidence and uphold justice, ensuring innocent people are not framed.
Bombay High Court rules that a woman entering a hotel room with a man does not imply her consent for sex. Court orders trial to proceed against the accused.
SC condemns bulldozer justice in UP demolitions, ruling that demolitions must follow due legal process and awarding compensation to the petitioner.
Kerala High Court asserts media must avoid declaring guilt or innocence in criminal cases, safeguarding individuals’ dignity and rights.
Allahabad High Court rejects Bar Association’s plea to avoid adverse orders in absence of lawyers, emphasizing court independence and judicial process adherence.
Supreme Court rules sexual assault under POCSO as heinous and public, denying quashing based on compromise. Case involves teacher’s assault on a minor student.
Allahabad HC critiques age gap in marriage laws, stating the difference between legal ages for men and women reflects patriarchal bias.
The Supreme Court discontinues summer vacation, introducing partial working days to handle urgent matters, enhancing judicial efficiency and reducing delays for litigants.