The Illegal tree-cutting in the East Khasi Hills District was contested by the Meghalaya High Court, which found that the State had not produced any evidence that the trees had been taken down by due process of law To strengthen environmental accountability and the importance of preserving the State’s green cover, the court mandated that…
By Vironica Khanna In a groundbreaking decision, the Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed a wife’s right to maintenance, even in cases where her marriage is legally void. The ruling, delivered by a bench of Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Justice Satish Chandra Sharma, interprets Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), now replaced…
By Samvidha Rastogi In a notable advancement for marital law in India, the Supreme Court has issued a judgment that elucidates the maintenance rights of spouses in the context of disputes relating to the restitution of conjugal rights. This ruling seeks to resolve persistent uncertainties and discrepancies in the legal interpretation of maintenance claims, particularly…
On October 24, 2024, the central government officially appointed Justice Sanjiv Khanna as the next Chief Justice of India, marking him as the 51st CJI. He will take office on November 11, succeeding DY Chandrachud, who is set to retire upon reaching the age of 65. Justice Khanna’s term as Chief Justice will last just…
Recently, the Delhi High Court dismissed a writ petition filed by a husband seeking the medical examination of his wife for gender determination, alleging that she is transgender. The petition was dismissed by Justice Sanjeev Narula, who stated, “This is purely a matrimonial matter. A writ petition cannot be initiated against a private person. You…
Court Takes Strong Stand On Election Violations In a stern verdict, the Delhi High Court has summoned 16 candidates contesting the Delhi University Students Union (DUSU) elections on charges of vandalising public property. The court acted on the basis of a public interest litigation (PIL) that highlighted the rampant use of posters, banners and graffiti…
Supreme Court on October 24 emphasized that stubble burning not only violates personal law but also violates fundamental right of the citizen under Article 21 of Indian Constitution. A bench of Justice Abhay Oka and Justice Ahsanuddin and Justice Augustine George Masih was hearing the petition filed by MC Mehta case today concerning the Air…
Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor, VK Saxena, has submitted an affidavit to the Supreme Court addressing his involvement in the large-scale tree felling in the Delhi Ridge forest area. The court recently requested an explanation from the LG regarding the cutting of trees despite its earlier orders prohibiting such actions without permission. In the affidavit dated October…
India is very diverse particularly religious. Including Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism, to name just a few. Such religious diversity contributes quite immensely to India’s culture, festivals, and even its legal system. The Indian Constitution guarantees freedom of religion, and it follows a secular model in which the state treats all religions equally….
Appellate tribunal NCLAT has upheld an order to allow the central government to take over the management of Delhi Gymkhana Club. The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) set aside the petition filed by the management members against the order passed by the Principal Bench of the NCLT. On April 1, 2024, the NCLT allowed…
