Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
The Kerala High Court has upheld the state's 'Priyadarshini Scheme', providing free bus travel for women and transgender persons, dismissing a public interest litigation that sought to quash the scheme as discriminatory.
The Supreme Court declined to hear a request to implement a creamy layer system for Scheduled Tribes tax exemptions, deeming it a legislative matter.
The Allahabad High Court dismissed the Uttar Pradesh government's appeal against a senior officer's clean chit following controversial remarks on social media concerning the Kasganj violence incident in 2018.
The Allahabad High Court criticized the expectation that judges handle excessive caseloads, stating that such pressures can undermine the judicial process.
The Kerala High Court has mandated all family courts in the state to adhere to child custody guidelines established by the Calcutta High Court. This directive will remain in effect until local guidelines are created for Kerala.
The Orissa High Court has stayed coercive recovery measures concerning motor vehicle tax after the petitioner raised objections pending adjudication. The court directed payment of arrears to facilitate consideration of these objections.
The Supreme Court's judgment on stray dogs has sparked confusion regarding the management of stray populations. Key clarifications reveal that authorities cannot indiscriminately remove or harm these animals.
The Kerala High Court ruled that a university's Syndicate cannot challenge its Chancellor's disciplinary decisions, establishing a clear understanding of the governance structure outlined in the Calicut University Act.
The Supreme Court mandated that lawyers must cite judgments that support both sides of their case, warning against inconsistent judicial opinions. This directive aims to enhance legal clarity and ensure fair representation.
CJI Surya Kant emphasized the need for the judiciary to function continuously to promptly address citizens' demands. He called for enhanced technological integration in judicial infrastructure to facilitate immediate and accessible justice.
Justice Vibha V Kankanwadi of the Bombay High Court has retired after a commendable 33-year career. She highlights a judge's responsibility to uphold legal standards rather than seek to please individuals.
The Central government has approved the appointments of five new judges to the Supreme Court following an increase in sanctioned strength.