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In a significant judgment that settles an important question relating to probate proceedings, the Supreme Court of India has held that an application seeking revocation of probate under Section 263 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925 is governed by Article 137 of the Limitation Act, 1963. Consequently, such an application must ordinarily be filed within three years from the date when the right to apply accrues.
IS A THIRD JUDGE IN A CRIMINAL APPEAL BOUND BY THE FINDINGS OF THE ORIGINAL BENCH? SUPREME COURT REFERS CRUCIAL QUESTION TO LARGER BENCH
In a significant ruling that reinforces the evidentiary value of scientific techniques in civil disputes, the Supreme Court of India has held that the acquittal of a person in a criminal rape case does not prevent courts from directing a DNA test to determine paternity in subsequent civil proceedings. The judgment highlights the distinction between criminal liability and biological parentage, while balancing competing rights of privacy, identity, inheritance, and access to justice. The decision was delivered by a Bench comprising Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice Nongmeikapam Kotiswar Singh, which upheld the orders of the Trial Court and the Chhattisgarh High Court directing DNA profiling of an individual whose paternity was disputed by a 27-year-old claimant seeking recognition as his biological son and asserting inheritance rights.
“CBSE Exam Dispute Raises Questions on Fairness, Equality and Students’ Educational Rights” CASE: PRANSU JIGARKUMAR PATEL V. UNION OF INDIA & OTHERS In a significant development concerning the educational rights of students affected by extraordinary geopolitical circumstances, the Supreme Court of India has sought a response from the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) regarding the non-declaration of the Class XII Improvement Examination result of an overseas student from Saudi Arabia.
“A Landmark Judgment on Personal Relationships, Moral Character, and Public Employment” In a significant judgment reflecting evolving social realities, the Supreme Court of India has held that a consensual premarital physical relationship between two unmarried adults cannot, by itself, be treated as evidence of poor moral character or moral turpitude. The Court emphasized that the failure of a romantic relationship to culminate in marriage does not automatically establish cheating, dishonesty, or unfitness for public service. The ruling came in Gajula Thirupathi v. Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board & Others, where a police constable candidate's appointment had been cancelled because of his
Family-owned businesses form the backbone of the Indian economy and contribute significantly across sectors including manufacturing, infrastructure, real estate, retail, healthcare, technology and financial services. Many of India’s most successful enterprises have evolved from closely held family businesses where ownership, management and succession remain concentrated within family structures. While such businesses often benefit from strong relationships, long-term vision and intergenerational commitment, they are equally vulnerable to ownership disputes that can threaten business continuity, erode enterprise value and damage family relationships.
In a significant step toward prison reform and judicial digitization, the Supreme Court of India has formally concluded proceedings in Surendra @ Sunda v. State of Uttar Pradesh, the case that resulted in the creation of the E-Prisons Early Release Processing Module, a nationwide digital platform designed to streamline the consideration of premature release and remission cases of eligible prisoners.
In an increasingly interconnected global economy, joint ventures have emerged as one of the most effective mechanisms for businesses seeking strategic expansion, market penetration, technology sharing and capital optimisation. Both domestic and foreign enterprises frequently utilise joint venture structures to combine resources, leverage complementary expertise and access new commercial opportunities within India’s rapidly growing economy.
