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 High Court rules auction buyers must clear property tax before sale under KMC Act. Property tax is a statutory first charge. | The...
Supreme Court considers plea for lawyer's presence during police interrogation. CJI Gavai-led bench seeks clarity. | The Legal Observer
In a move that could reshape...
The Supreme Court restates the three essentials of a valid oral gift (hiba) under Mohammedan Law, exempting it from registration requirements.
In a recent ruling,...
Supreme Court to deliver verdict on whether judicial officers with 7 years’ Bar experience can be directly appointed as District Judges.
After a landmark hearing,...
Calcutta HC rules only it can extend mandate of arbitrators appointed under Section 11 of Arbitration Act.
The Calcutta High Court clarifies jurisdictional authority under...
West Bengal Govt and Governor agree on 8 new VC appointments. Supreme Court to decide on the rest in-chamber.
The ongoing tussle between the West...
SC reiterates strict presumption under NDPS Act Section 54 in poppy husk case; places burden on accused to rebut ‘conscious possession’. | The Legal...
Calcutta High Court grants bail to Partha Chatterjee in the multi-crore recruitment scam after over a year in custody. | The Legal Observer
The former...
Supreme Court calls Section 498A IPC “very draconian” amid growing concern over misuse in early-stage marriages.
In a strongly worded observation, the Supreme Court reiterated...