Domestic violence remains a pervasive issue across the globe, including India, where laws are in place to safeguard individuals from abuse in intimate or familial relationships. This blog delves into the legal implications of physical abuse, particularly focusing on instances where a partner slaps the other. Whether it’s a husband Read more…
The Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed a critical principle: a third party can file a Special Leave Petition (SLP) under Article 136 of the Constitution against the quashing of criminal proceedings. This landmark interpretation reinforces the judiciary’s commitment to safeguarding the rule of law and ensuring substantial justice. Below, Read more…
In a critical move, the Supreme Court of India recently set aside a condition imposed by the Patna High Court that required bail bonds to be furnished months after the initial bail orders were passed. The Court found such conditions legally unfounded, questioning the delay as unfair to the accused. Read more…
In a significant move toward strengthening child protection, the Supreme Court of India recently issued crucial directives to ensure effective implementation of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006. Highlighting the devastating impact of child marriage, which strips children of their right to fully experience childhood and their autonomy, the Read more…
In a pivotal ruling on October 24, 2024, the Supreme Court of India addressed a critical issue concerning the conditions imposed during the suspension of sentences in criminal appeals. The court held that any condition that is impossible for the appellant to comply with not only undermines their right Read more…
The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, set to replace the Indian Penal Code (IPC) of 1860, introduces a range of changes to India’s criminal justice system. One notable reform is the inclusion of community service as a form of punishment for certain offenses. This marks a shift from traditional penalties, Read more…
In a significant judgment today, the Supreme Court of India set aside a High Court ruling that accepted the date of birth mentioned in an Aadhaar Card to determine the age of a victim in a motor accident compensation case. The bench, comprising Justices Sanjay Karol and Ujjal Bhuyan, clarified Read more…
The Delhi Police have imposed Section 163 of the THE BHARATIYA NAGARIK SURAKSHA SANHITA, 2023 (BNSS) in key areas of Delhi, effective from September 30, 2024. This six-day enforcement comes in response to mounting political and social tensions in the city, with the primary goal of preventing protests and demonstrations Read more…
THE BHARATIYA NAGARIK SURAKSHA SANHITA, 2023, Section 163. Section 163 BNSS: (1) In cases where, in the opinion of a District Magistrate, a Sub-divisional Magistrate or any other Executive Magistrate specially empowered by the State Government in this behalf, there is sufficient ground for proceeding under this section and immediate Read more…