The Court held that Magistrates facing pressure from police must not hesitate and can initiate contempt proceedings. The key takeaway is that judicial independence must be protected from any external interference.
The Court addressed restrictions on private religious gatherings and ruled that the State must ensure protection where threats exist. It held that limiting worshippers without valid grounds violates constitutional rights under Article 25.
The Court held that unsubstantiated allegations causing reputational harm must be removed. It directed platforms to take down or block such content within 24 hours in India.
The High Court questioned administrative restrictions limiting the number of people offering Namaz on private property. It held that the State’s role is to maintain law and order, not restrict lawful religious worship.
The High Court refused bail after noting electronic evidence and communication with suspected foreign agents, holding that the seriousness of espionage allegations warranted continued custody.
The High Court held that the FIR had been quashed after examining the allegations and finding no prima facie offence. Breach of a marriage settlement cannot justify recalling a final judicial order.
The High Court directed strict enforcement of a 2025 SOP aimed at preventing foreign nationals from prolonging illegal stay by citing pending criminal cases. It also ordered formation of screening committees to review such prosecutions.
The Supreme Court criticized the growing practice of filing delayed appeals only after contempt proceedings begin. It held that such tactics undermine the authority of courts and directed that such litigants be dealt with strictly.
The Supreme Court expressed strong disappointment over repeated adjournments of bail applications and stressed that matters involving personal liberty must be prioritized and decided promptly.
Bombay High Court dismissed plea seeking space for namaz at Mumbai airport, holding that security concerns outweigh religious requests in high-security zones.
