Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Aishvary BHatnagar

Legal Desk

Hindu Succession Act Excludes Scheduled Tribes | The Legal Observer

The Supreme Court reaffirms that the Hindu Succession Act does not apply to members of Scheduled Tribes unless notified by the Central Government. In a recent judgment,...

Calcutta HC on Post-Retirement Departmental Proceedings | The Legal Observer

Calcutta High Court upholds post-retirement departmental proceedings under Rule 9(2), clarifies punishment possible for grave misconduct without pecuniary loss. In a significant ruling impacting public...

Supreme Court Acquits Dashwanth in 2017 Case | The Legal Observer

Supreme Court acquits Chennai man Dashwanth in 2017 minor rape-murder case, citing unfair trial and false recoveries by police. In a major judgment that raises...

Demolitions Without Trial: Bulldozer Justice in India | The Legal Observer

Are bulldozers replacing due process in India? A constitutional analysis of demolition drives, arbitrary action, and erosion of legal safeguards. | The Legal Observer When...

SC’s Hidden Doctrine in Gayatri Balasamy Case Explained | The Legal Observer

Gayatri Balasamy ruling reveals Supreme Court’s implied powers in arbitration law, going beyond award modification. | The Legal Observer The landmark ruling has implications far...

Speculative Investors Misusing IBC Will Face SC Scrutiny | The Legal Observer

Supreme Court warns speculative investors against abusing IBC. Focus on real estate sector misuse and need for genuine intent. | The Legal Observer The Supreme...

SC Critiques Govt Over Opposing Lethal Injection Option | The Legal Observer

Supreme Court says Union opposes evolving death‑penalty methods; considers allowing lethal injection alongside hanging. | The Legal Observer In a PIL challenging the exclusive use...

Calcutta HC: Auction Buyers Must Pay Property Tax First | The Legal Observer

Calcutta High Court rules auction buyers must clear property tax before sale under KMC Act. Property tax is a statutory first charge. | The...

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