Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
The Central government has approved the appointment of five judges to the Supreme Court, including four Chief Justices and Senior Advocate V Mohana, following an increase in the court's sanctioned strength. This marks a significant expansion in the judiciary's capabilities.
The Kerala High Court has quashed an order denying input tax credit, ruling that taxpayers who filed their returns within the extended cut-off date are entitled to the credit under Section 16(5). This decision clarifies statutory entitlements regarding timely filings.
A Delhi court has issued a notice to Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma regarding a plea for filing an FIR against him for alleged hate speech made during an event.
The Supreme Court has agreed to review the validity of minimum cut-off marks in judicial service recruitment interviews, responding to concerns regarding fairness in the selection process.
The Delhi High Court Bar Association has filed a challenge against the formation of a committee to examine an increase in pecuniary jurisdiction for district courts. The matter is set to be heard by the court.
In a recent judgment, the Supreme Court carved out an exception for educational institutions regarding the management of stray dogs, permitting regulated campus-based solutions while upholding stricter removal practices in other public areas.
The Delhi High Court sentenced YouTuber Gulshan Pahuja to six months in prison for criminal contempt due to derogatory remarks about the judiciary. The court highlighted the need to uphold respect for judicial authority.
The Madras High Court ruled that satire should not be treated as sedition by staying a notice against VHP's social media posts.
The Patna High Court invalidated the Bihar government's decision to downgrade security for MP Pappu Yadav, deeming it arbitrary. The ruling emphasized adherence to due process in security matters for public figures.
The Delhi Judicial Service Association has condemned the unauthorized recording and circulation of courtroom proceedings, terming it a threat to judicial independence. District Judge Rakesh Kumar-V was recorded without consent, raising significant concerns over institutional dignity.
An Ordinance has been promulgated to raise the Supreme Court's sanctioned judge strength from 33 to 38. This amendment could enhance the court's capacity to handle cases and improve judicial efficiency.
The Tripura High Court has issued a stay on Bar Association actions against an advocate who did not participate in a court boycott. The ruling reinforces lawyers' rights to perform professional duties without coercion.