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Supreme Court Extends Domestic Cruelty Protection Beyond Marriage Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has ruled that women in certain live-in relationships can invoke criminal protection against domestic cruelty under Section 85 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (formerly Section 498A IPC), provided the relationship reflects an intent to marry. Supreme Court Expands Criminal …
Read MoreKarnataka HC Upholds Right To Be Forgotten Online Why in the News ? The Karnataka High Court recognised the Right to be Forgotten by directing online platforms and judicial record-keepers to mask the identity of an acquitted woman, reinforcing privacy, dignity, and the meaningful effect of judicial acquittal in the digital era. Karnataka High Court …
Read MoreLok Sabha Passes Supreme Court Judges Strength Amendment Bill Why in the News ? The Lok Sabha has passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, increasing the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38. The legislation aims to reduce judicial pendency and improve the efficiency of the apex court. …
Read MoreSUPREME COURT RESTRICTS UNAUTHORISED RECORDING AND MONETISATION OF LIVESTREAMED COURT PROCEEDINGS Why in the News? Interim Direction: The Supreme Court has prohibited the unauthorised extraction, editing, dissemination, reposting, uploading, and monetisation of audio and video recordings of livestreamed court proceedings on social media and digital platforms, reflecting ethical considerations in digital governance. Misuse of Livestreams: …
Read MoreEXPANDED DEFINITION OF ACID ATTACK VICTIMS UNDER RPWD ACT Why in the News? Legal Amendment: The Union Government informed the Supreme Court that it has amended the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016 to include victims of forcible acid ingestion within the definition of “acid attack victim.” Enhanced Protection: The amendment gives retrospective …
Read MoreSUPREME COURT: CITIZENSHIP DETERMINATION MUST FOLLOW DUE PROCESS Why in the News? Landmark Judgment: The Supreme Court has set aside 27 orders of the Foreigners Tribunals and the Gauhati High Court, holding that the determination of citizenship must strictly adhere to the principles of due process and fairness. Fresh Hearing Ordered: The Court directed the …
Read MoreDELHI HC QUESTIONS CONSTITUTION OF STANDING COMMITTEE OF NATIONAL BOARD FOR WILDLIFE Why in the News? High Court Hearing: The Delhi High Court questioned the Centre over the constitution of the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL) while hearing a PIL alleging violation of statutory provisions. Key Concern: Petitioners alleged that the …
Read MoreMEDIA’S ‘PUBLIC FUNCTION’: DELHI HC VERDICT ON PRESS FREEDOM & PRIVACY Why in the News? Delhi HC Ruling: The Delhi High Court held that private media houses perform a public function, allowing writ petitions against them for violating the fundamental right to privacy. Significance: The judgment expands the horizontal application of fundamental rights, with important …
Read MoreSUPREME COURT QUASHES NCLT ORDER OVER AI-GENERATED FAKE CASE LAWS Why in the News? SC Verdict: The Supreme Court set aside an NCLT order after finding that it relied on AI-generated fictitious judicial precedents (hallucinations). Zero Tolerance: The Court directed the Bar Council of India (BCI) to frame norms and reiterated a zero-tolerance policy towards …
Read MoreDISABLED INMATES MUST BE ALLOWED TO SELF-IDENTIFY: PLEA Why in the News? SC Panel Submission: A plea before the Supreme Court-appointed High-Powered Committee has recommended allowing disabled prisoners to self-identify their disabilities for better protection and care, similar to how eligible voters self-declare information during voter registration processes. Prison Reforms: The recommendations seek effective implementation …
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