Supreme Court refers 2018 Electoral Bonds Scheme Case to 5-judge Constitution Bench
The Finance Act, 2017 introduced a system by which electoral bonds could be issued by any scheduled bank for the purpose of electoral funding.
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[Nithari Killings] Allahabad High Court acquits Surendra Koli and Moninder Pandher; Set aside their death sentence
The Nithari murder case concerning with the rape and murder of several girl children between 2005-2006 sent shockwaves across the country.
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Supreme Court dismisses PIL praying for declaring Manual Scavengers Act unconstitutional; Grants liberty to move to High Court
A PIL on the implementation of the Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and their Rehabilitation Act, 2013 is pending before the Supreme Court.
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Arhaan Mukherjee Saha, School student files PIL in Delhi High Court for providing better playground facilities in all government schools
“The present petition is filed for the benefit of students studying in Delhi government schools, who are deprived of the playground facility for outdoor sports as provided under Section 19 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 and its Schedule thereunder.”
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Supreme Court delivers split verdict in 26-week medical termination of pregnancy case
The case is of a married couple who conceived for a third time and due to financial and emotional reasons cannot raise the child. The woman sought the court’s intervention for abortion, as her pregnancy had crossed the legally permissible limit of 24 weeks for abortions under the MTP Act
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Karnataka HC modifies Trial Court order suspending the account of “The Liver Doctor”; Allows access on a condition
The Court allowed the petitioner to access his X (formerly Twitter) account called ‘The Liver Doc’, after an undertaking was given that he will temporarily hide the alleged defamatory posts against Himalaya Wellness.
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Parliamentary and State Legislature immunity from prosecution: Here’s why Supreme Court’s 7-Judge Constitution Bench is reconsidering PV Narasimha Rao judgment
Since the decision in Sita Soren, decided by the Jharkhand High Court, was appealed against, the Supreme Court constituted a 7-Judge Constitution Bench.
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[Law Commission Report 283] Law Commission recommends amending POCSO Act, JJ Act and Penal Code
However, the Commission was of the view that it is not advisable to tinker with the existing age of consent under the POCSO Act.
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[Money Laundering] Supreme Court constitutes 3 Judge Bench to hear review against Vijay Madanlal Judgment
The Three Judge Bench will be hearing the matter from 18-10-2023.
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Karnataka HC grants relief to Aaj Tak’s Sudhir Chaudhary from coercive action; observes existence of a prima facie case against him
FIR against Sudhir Chaudhary was lodged which had alleged that he had conspired to disrupt communal harmony by spreading misinformation on his channel about Karnataka Govt.’s Swavalambi Sarathi Scheme.
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Skill Development Scam Case | Andhra Pradesh HC puts Interim stay on ACB Court proceedings against Chandrababu Naidu
Naidu pleaded that the Trial Court’s order was passed without considering CID’s failure to obtain prior approval from Governor as required under Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act.
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ASCI Guidelines on deceptive design patterns in digital media advertisements to be applicable from 01-09-2023
As ASCI’s ambit is limited to self-regulation of advertising content, these guidelines cover only advertising in digital media including e-commerce, airline, food delivery etc.
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Abrogation of Article 370 | Supreme Court Constitution Bench reserves verdict
The hearing of the matter began on 02-08-2023 and was concluded on 05-09-2023.
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NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of reported beating of student at the behest of his teacher in referring to his faith in Muzaffarnagar; Issues notice to UP Govt.
The Commission issued notices to the Chief Secretary and the Director General of Police, Uttar Pradesh calling for a detailed report in the matter within four weeks.
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Supreme Federal Court of Brazil in a historic 9:1 ruling, declares Homophobia a Crime
In a monumental decision, Brazil's Top Court declared homophobia to be a crime punishable by prison sentence.
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Sneak Peek into Supreme Court’s Handbook on Combating Gender Stereotypes
Impact is a secondary aspect, but the Supreme Court’s Handbook on Combating Gender Stereotypes is an eye-opener and a must read for everyone among and beyond the legal community.
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Delhi High Court launches ICT initiatives on Independence Day, 2023 in line with its aim to revolutionize the electronic legal ecosystem
The new I.C.T. initiatives focused on accessibility will be a huge step forward in addressing the accessibility demands of the digital environment and will open the door for other Courts to follow suit.
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Calling for Applications: “IAF Ambassadors”
Are you a dynamic professional with 2-5 years of post-qualification experience in the field of arbitration? Join the Indian Arbitration Forum (IAF)
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Supreme Court grants bail to NCP leader Nawab Malik on medical grounds for two months
Supreme Court clarified that the bail has been granted, solely on medical grounds and not on merits
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Punjab and Haryana High Court stays demolition drive in Nuh; takes suo motu cognizance
An incident of violence erupted in Nuh on 31-07-2023 during a religious procession conducted by Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal, which took on a communal colour, spreading across other parts of Haryana.
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