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Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna highlighted key challenges currently confronting the Supreme Court of India. Addressing these issues during the Ceremonial Bench marking the closure of the Supreme Court's Diamond Jubilee Year, the CJI identified case pendency, high litigation costs, and unethical practices among legal professionals as pressing concerns. His speech provided a deep reflection on the evolution of the Supreme Court, alongside an urgent call to action on these core challenges. Case Pendency: A Barrier to Timely....
Read MoreIn a remarkable achievement, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) marked a significant milestone by launching its second-generation navigation satellite, NVS-02, into orbit. This successful launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on January 24, 2024, not only marked the 100th launch of ISRO’s rockets but also underscored the nation’s growing prowess in space technology. The Launch: A New Era for Navigation The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) rocket, which carried the NVS-02 satellite, lifted off at 6:23....
Read MoreIn a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has recently proposed the establishment of an online complaint mechanism to facilitate women in lodging complaints related to harassment and other crimes. This suggestion, made by A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh during the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by the Supreme Court Women Lawyers Association (SCWLA), underscores the Court’s growing concern about women’s safety and the necessity of physically visiting police stations. Issues Raised....
Read MoreThe recent legal developments surrounding MF Husain's artwork have once again brought the tension between artistic freedom and religious sensitivities to the forefront in India. This case highlights the legal framework governing the protection of artistic expression, the limits of free speech, and the role of religion in regulating art. Background of the Case In December 2023, two of MF Husain's paintings depicting Hindu deities Ganesha and Hanuman with nude female figures were seized by Delhi police following a complaint....
Read More“Handcuffing is prima facie inhuman and, therefore, unreasonable; it should be the last resort, not the first reflex." - Justice Krishna Iyer Handcuffing has long been depicted in popular media as a symbol of arrest, but in legal terms, it has been a subject of scrutiny. Indian law has historically viewed handcuffing as a violation of personal dignity, with the judiciary emphasizing its use only in exceptional cases. Recent changes in the Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita,2023 (BNSS) law, however, grant broader....
Read MoreIntroduction In criminal trials, cross-examination is a critical tool for the defense to challenge the credibility of a witness. An essential question in this process is whether the defense can cross-examine a prosecution witness using both limbs of Section 148 of The Bharatiya Saksya Adhiniyam, 2023(BSA) when referring to statements made under Section 180(3) of the Criminal Procedure Code (BNSS.). This issue has been explored in depth in landmark rulings, including the famous case of Tahsildar Singh v. State of....
Read MoreThe Uniform Civil Code (UCC) remains one of India’s most debated legal issues, seeking to replace the existing personal laws governing marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption with a single, secular law applicable to all citizens, irrespective of religion. The demand for a UCC stems from the desire to foster equality, gender justice, and national integration, but its implementation presents significant legal, social, and cultural challenges. What is the Uniform Civil Code? A Uniform Civil Code is envisioned as a set....
Read MoreThe Allahabad High Court, recently expressed concerns about the growing popularity of live-in relationships among the youth, particularly due to the lack of social sanction. It observed that while these relationships have no formal acceptance in society, they are increasingly being favored by young people who seek the freedom to avoid long-term commitments. The Court emphasized that it is crucial to create a framework to preserve moral values in society while addressing the evolving nature of relationships. Court’s Remarks on....
Read MoreThe Karnataka High Court made a landmark ruling, rejecting a wife’s plea to transfer her divorce case to a more convenient court. The decision highlighted the importance of gender-neutral justice, emphasizing fairness and the need to balance both parties' rights and convenience, without bias towards either gender. The Case in Brief The wife sought to move her divorce case from Narasimharajapura to Hosanagara Taluk, citing the 130-kilometer distance as a logistical hardship. The husband opposed this, arguing that he was....
Read MoreThe Supreme Court of India, in a significant judgment, quashed a workplace harassment case filed by a female employee against her colleagues. The Court observed that the allegations, which stemmed from employment-related disputes, had been exaggerated into a criminal matter with the intent of pressurizing the appellants into settling the dispute. This case offers an important lesson in distinguishing between civil disputes and criminal allegations and reinforces the legal principle that criminal proceedings should not be used as leverage in....
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