The Karnataka High Court has intensified its oversight of the ED’s activities in the state, directing the agency to explain its procedures.
Month: May 2026
Delhi High Court Issues Notice in Petition Challenging Attorney General Gatekeeping Powers
The Delhi High Court will examine a challenge to the constitutional power of India’s top law officer to control certain categories of litigation.
Patiala House Court Issues Mandatory Injunction in Social Media Defamation Case
The Patiala House Court in New Delhi granted a mandatory interim injunction in a case balancing free speech against the right to reputation online.
Gujarat High Court Rules Minor Near Majority Age Leaving Home Is Not Kidnapping
The Gujarat HC clarified that when a minor close to 18 voluntarily departs, charges of kidnapping under the IPC are not sustainable.
SC Seeks Centre’s Response on Petition for 30 Percent Women’s Reservation in State Services
The Supreme Court has asked the central government to respond to a petition demanding 30% reservation for women in state government jobs.
Supreme Court Orders High-Level Meeting to Enforce Free EWS Healthcare in Delhi Private Hospitals
India’s apex court has ordered officials to convene a high-level meeting to address private hospitals in Delhi failing to provide free healthcare to EWS patients.
Judge Bhuyan Defends Right to Dissent as Essential for an Inclusive Nation
Supreme Court Justice Bhuyan has issued a strong defence of the constitutional right to dissent in a notable judicial statement.
Banks Must Ensure Diligence in Corporate Lending Supreme Court Upholds SARFAESI Recovery
The Supreme Court upheld SARFAESI Act recovery proceedings against a corporate borrower while reiterating diligence obligations on lenders.
Supreme Court Rules Failure to Grant Hearing Before Cognizance Vitiates PMLA Proceedings
The Supreme Court held that PMLA enforcement proceedings are invalid where the accused was not given an opportunity to be heard before cognizance was taken.
Supreme Court Holds Statutory Compensation Rights Cannot Be Waived by Contractual Conditions
India’s Supreme Court ruled that a statutory right to compensation under the MRTP Act cannot be nullified by contractual clauses imposed by civic bodies.