The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) – Critical analysis
Abstract The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), a law enacted back in 1958. It remains a highly debated topic in India. It grants special
The Rights of Persons with Disabilities- The current scenario in Indian prison
Introduction The Supreme Court has issued a notice on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking the strict implementation of the Rights of Persons
15-Day Notice Period Key in Cheque Dishonor Cases, Says SC
INTRODUCTION The Supreme Court of India has recently given a landmark judgment that goes a long way in clarifying the meaning and application of Se
Supreme Court Clarifies Corruption Law: Misuse of Power Alone Not Enough for Conviction
INTRODUCTION In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India stated that an allegation of misuse of authority cannot by itself amount to corr
The SC Affirms Money Laundering as a ‘Continuing Offence
Introduction In the landmark judgment that was delivered on March 17, 2025, the Supreme Court had dismissed the appeal of the former Gujarat IAS of
Supreme Court Expands Safety Net: Mother-in-Law Recognized as Legal Representative in Landmark Ruling
Introduction The landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has broadened the definition of the term “legal representatives” under t
Supreme Court Removes Legal Hurdles for Slum Redevelopment Projects
INTRODUCTION The Supreme Court of India has just delivered a milestone judgment regarding redevelopment of ‘censused slums’ unde
Bail Conditions Must Be Considered in Preventive Detention Cases
Introduction The a landmark judgment that was delivered on the 6th of March 2025, the Supreme Court overturned the preventive detention order of Jo
Stronger Child Protection: SC Rules on Sentencing in POCSO & IPC Cases
INTRODUCTION Recently, the Supreme Court of India ruled in Gyanendra Singh @ Raja Singh v. State of Uttar Pradesh that when an offender has been co
Injunctions Still Matter: SC Upholds Liability for Past Violation
Introduction The Supreme Court has ruled that a party remains liable for violating an injunction order while it was in force, even if the order the
