MUMBAI — Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has once again made headlines, this time for calling Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde a “gaddar” (traitor) in a parody song. The controversial remark has led to five separate FIRs filed against him in Maharashtra. Kamra, known for his bold political satire and outspoken views, is no stranger […]

In a landmark decision, the Bar Council of India (BCI) has imposed a strict ban on lawyers advertising their services through social media, Bollywood celebrities, and influencers. This move comes after a viral Instagram reel featuring actor Rahul Bose promoting a law firm sparked outrage. The Crackdown: What’s Prohibited? The BCI has ruled that lawyers […]

The recent arrest of renowned Telugu actor Allu Arjun referred to widely as Allu Arjun’s Arrest, has brought significant attention to the legal processes of arrest, detention, and custody in India. This incident, stemming from a tragic event during the premiere of his film Pushpa 2: The Rule, offers a lens through which to understand these […]

The Supreme Court recently clarified the rights of parties in arbitration proceedings. In the case of Dani Wooltex Corporation & Ors v. Sheil Properties Pvt. Ltd. & Another, the Court ruled that an arbitrator cannot simply halt proceedings because a party fails to appear for a hearing after filing a claim. The case stemmed from […]

The recent Porsche accident in Pune accident that claimed the lives of two young IT professionals, Aneesh Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta, has sparked outrage and renewed scrutiny of loopholes in the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 (JJ Act). Initial Bail Granted, Public outcry Erupts A 17-year-old boy, allegedly driving the Porsche […]

Stalking Laws in India, enshrined in Section 354D of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), have been a very debatable topic. Recently, the Supreme Court made a significant decision by quashing the conviction of a man accused of stalking and criminal intimidation. The basis for this decision was his marriage to the complainant during the appeal […]

In a recent ruling, the Jharkhand High Court has emphasised that for the presumption under Section 113B of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 to be invoked, the prosecution must provide evidence that the deceased was subjected to cruelty or harassment for dowry shortly before her unnatural death in her matrimonial home. The case in question, […]

In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court has nullified the arrest of Prabir Purkayastha, the founder-editor of Newsclick, in a terrorism-related case. The apex court ordered his immediate release, citing the Delhi Police’s failure to inform him of the reasons for his arrest prior to his detention.

In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court has stated that a convict is not eligible for parole for the purpose of procreation or to maintain conjugal relationships with his live-in partner, especially when he already has a legally wedded wife and children from that marriage. This observation was made in the case of Sonu […]

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court declared that legal services provided by lawyers would not be covered under the Consumer Protection Act, emphasizing the unique nature of the legal profession. The verdict, delivered by a Bench comprising of Justices Bela M Trivedi and Pankaj Mithal, underscores that the advocate-client relationship entails distinct attributes, with […]