The Supreme Court ruled that one accused cannot be convicted while another is acquitted on similar evidence, setting a precedent for legal parity.
SC directs IIT Dhanbad to admit an SC student who missed the deadline due to financial hardship, exercising its powers under Article 142 of the Constitution.
Jharkhand High Court sets aside a trial court’s death sentence, citing contradictory evidence and procedural flaws in the murder case of a woman and her infant.
Gauhati HC ruled that forcible sexual intercourse between a legally married couple cannot be considered rape, setting aside a conviction by a trial court.
Kerala HC warns against involving young children in protests, highlighting risks to their health and well-being, and calls for strict action by law enforcement agencies.
Madras HC rules that wife’s suicide threats and false harassment cases against husband amount to mental cruelty, leading to the grant of divorce after 17 years.
The Supreme Court ruled that long undertrial custody leading to acquittal may give rise to claims for compensation, addressing a key issue in criminal justice.
Delhi High Court increases compensation for a sexual abuse victim from Rs 85,000 to Rs 10.5 lakhs, emphasizing the importance of rehabilitation and justice.
Bombay HC ruled that imprisonment does not limit an individual’s right to education, allowing Mahesh Raut to pursue his LLB despite ongoing legal issues.
Karnataka HC rules prima facie, CM Siddaramaiah bent rules for family’s benefit in MUDA land case. Sanction granted for investigation into alleged Rs 56 crore scam.