Rajasthan HC rules reducing passport validity for under-trials undermines presumption of innocence, allows 10-year validity for petitioner facing charges.
Supreme Court quashes detention of Kerala resident due to a 9-month delay in processing representation, citing constitutional rights under Article 22(5).
MP High Court rules that a well-qualified wife should not remain idle or depend entirely on maintenance, emphasizing financial independence for women.
Captain Vikram Batra’s bravery in Kargil War is unmatched. Should the Bharat Ratna be awarded to him? It’s time for the government to decide or abolish the award.
Kerala High Court in V.I. Thankappan vs State of Kerala (2024) ruled that Alzheimer patients incapable of defense are protected under the BNSS, with provisions applied retrospectively.
Delhi High Court mandates video recording of bail proceedings under SC/ST Act, including cases involving sexual offences, stating no exceptions for such crimes under Section 15A(10).
The Punjab and Haryana High Court convicts a DSP in the 1995 custodial death case, reversing acquittal nearly 30 years later, upholding justice for the victim, Gamdoor Singh.
Kerala High Court rules that police lack authority to resolve civil disputes, emphasizing such matters must be addressed by civil courts, not law enforcement.
Delhi HC rejects Sharjeel Imam’s plea for early bail hearing; case will be heard on October 7, 2024, despite his prolonged incarceration since 2020.
Justice Hima Kohli, who retired on 01-09-2024, leaves a lasting legacy with landmark judgments and a commitment to judicial independence.
