Supreme Court Recognises Mental Health as Core to Right to Life: Landmark Guidelines to Safeguard Student Well-being

In a transformative judgment that could reshape India’s educational ethos, the Supreme Court, in Sukdeb Saha v. State of Andhra Pradesh & Ors., has unequivocally held that the right to mental health is an essential facet of the fundamental right to life under Article 21 of the Constitution.

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Supreme Court Introduces OBC Reservations in Staff Appointments – A Landmark Affirmative Step into Judicial Inclusivity

In a transformative move, the Supreme Court of India has for the first time institutionalized reservation in staff appointments and promotions for Other Backward Classes (OBCs), Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), ex-servicemen, and dependents of freedom fighters. This follows an earlier

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Supreme Court Upholds Homebuyer Rights in Landmark Ruling on Delayed Possession

The Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment in Prabhat Kumar vs. BPTP Limited, addressing the long-standing issue of delayed possession in the real estate sector. This pivotal ruling is a significant win for homebuyers nationwide, as it clarifies the legal responsibilities of developers

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Breaking Barriers: First-Ever Blind Woman Advocate Argues Before the Supreme Court of India

In a remarkable milestone for inclusivity and representation within the Indian legal system, a visually impaired woman advocate has made her appearance before the Supreme Court of India for the first time. This unprecedented moment occurred on June 6, 2025, and marks a significant step toward the empowerment

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Supreme Court Quashes Preventive Detention Under KAAPA: A Judicial Reaffirmation of Individual Liberty

In a significant ruling that reinforces the fundamental tenets of constitutional liberty, the Supreme Court of India has quashed the preventive detention of a Kerala-based private moneylender under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 2007 (KAAPA). The apex court reiterated that preventive..

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Supreme Court Strengthens Domestic Violence Act Implementation: Directions Issued to States and UTs

In a landmark move reinforcing the rights of women facing domestic abuse, the Supreme Court of India has issued a set of robust directives to all States and Union Territories to ensure effective implementation of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (PWDVA).

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Kerala Bar Council Issues Show Cause Notice to Advocate Over Social Media Reel Involving HC Judge’s Official Car

In a development that reflects the increasing scrutiny of legal professionals’ conduct in the digital era, the Kerala Bar Council has issued a show cause notice to a newly enrolled advocate, reportedly named Fayiz Muthuvatoor, for posting a celebratory Instagram reel that included footage

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Himachal Pradesh HC Reinforces Procedural Safeguards under Section 148 of the Income Tax Act, 1961: A Crucial Check on Arbitrary Reassessments

In a significant ruling aimed at curbing arbitrary tax reassessments, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has reiterated that notices issued under Section 148 of the Income Tax Act, 1961 must be backed by proper and justifiable reasons. This judgment underscores the judicial insistence on

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Supreme Court of India Quashes Cognizance in ED Case Against Rathi Steel

The Supreme Court of India delivered a significant judgment by quashing the cognizance taken by a lower court in a money laundering case involving M/s Rathi Steel and its top executive. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had filed a prosecution complaint against the company and its officials in connection with the co

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