"Don't start a new language in 9th. Start it in 6th." — Justice BV Nagarathna Supreme Court Raises Concern Over Third Language in Class 9 The Supreme Court of India on Thursday expressed concern over the introduction of a third language from Class 9 under the CBSE curriculum, observing that students already face significant academic pressure while preparing for board examinations. Justice B.V. Nagarathna remarked that introducing a new language at such a crucial stage places

Delhi High Court says matter is urgent; seeks Centre and Delhi Government's stand on PIL seeking medical treatment for activist Sonam Wangchuk. Delhi High Court Takes Up Urgent PIL on Sonam Wangchuk's Hunger Strike The Delhi High Court on Wednesday agreed to hear an urgent Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking immediate medical intervention for climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar since June 28. A Division Bench comp

Article 28(1) does not ban moral instruction disassociated from any denominational doctrines. — Chhattisgarh High Court The Chhattisgarh High Court has dismissed a petition challenging the State Government's order directing government schools to include the Gayatri Mantra, Saraswati Vandana, Guru Mantra, Shanti Mantra, and other traditional prayers during school assemblies. Justice Amitendra Kishore Prasad held that the petition was premature, observing that the government or

"It is nowhere established that an uncle-in-law can adopt his niece's husband as his ghardamad within the prevalent customary law." — Supreme Court In a significant judgment concerning the customary inheritance practices of the Oraon tribal community, the Supreme Court of India has ruled that an uncle-in-law cannot validly induct his niece's husband as a 'ghar damad' (resident son-in-law) under the recognized customary law. A Bench comprising Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice

"Continuing Legal Education should not be viewed as a mere regulatory requirement, but as a professional commitment to excellence and service." — Supreme Court In a significant judgment aimed at strengthening the legal profession, the Supreme Court of India has stressed the need for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) for advocates and urged the Bar Council of India (BCI) to institutionalise structured post-enrolment learning. The Court also proposed the establishment of a Natio

"Bhang is excluded from the definition of 'cannabis (hemp)' under the NDPS Act." — Jharkhand High Court In an important judgment interpreting the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act), the Jharkhand High Court has held that possession of bhang does not constitute an offence under the Act because it is not included within the statutory definition of "cannabis (hemp)" under Section 2(iii). A Single Judge Bench of Justice Pradeep Kumar Srivastava allowe

"Every saint has a past and every sinner a future." — Justice Sandeep Sharma In a significant order highlighting the constitutional right to personal liberty and the importance of speedy trials, the Himachal Pradesh High Court granted regular bail to a man accused of helping his nephew flee after the alleged murder of his wife. Justice Sandeep Sharma, while hearing the bail application, observed that "criminals are not born but made" and emphasized that society should not per

"India as a nation is unified by heart and soul. If any person speaks about dividing Tamil Nadu into a separate nation, the person will certainly be referred to as having mental health issues." — Justice Bharatha Chakravarthy Madras High Court Quashes Sedition Case Against Publishing House In a significant ruling on the scope of India's sedition law, the Madras High Court has quashed a criminal case registered against a publishing house for releasing a book that contained a s

"Even you (Saeed) should switch sides... anyways horse trading is going on in entire Maharashtra. You have some FIRs... consider switching sides, there is a washing machine." — Justice Madhav Jamdar (oral observation during the hearing) The Bombay High Court on Thursday (July 2) made notable oral observations on the political situation in Maharashtra, commenting that "horse trading" was taking place across the state and making a reference to a "washing machine" while hearing

"The petitioner no. 1 is not ready to go with her parents and she is happy with the company of the petitioner no. 2." Uttarakhand High Court Protects Couple Facing Threats From Family In a significant ruling, the Uttarakhand High Court granted protection to a young couple despite objections that the male petitioner had not attained the age of 21 years at the time of their marriage. Justice Alok Mahra held that the couple had established a case for police protection after cons

"All citizens are being made slaves of Indian Government... They cannot stage protests, they cannot agitate—what is all this?" — Justice Madhav Jamdar (oral observation during the hearing) The Bombay High Court has held that merely opposing decisions of the Union Government or raising slogans against it cannot be a valid ground for externing a citizen from any area. In a significant judgment delivered on Thursday, July 2, Justice Madhav Jamdar quashed the externment order iss

The Court increased the compensation from ₹29.01 lakh to ₹40.29 lakh, with 7.5% annual interest Quick Summary The Supreme Court has ruled that the loss of a leg above the knee should be treated as 100% functional disability for a mason, even if the medical disability is assessed at 70%, as the injury completely eliminates his ability to continue his profession. The Court increased the compensation from ₹29.01 lakh to ₹40.29 lakh, with 7.5% annual interest, after finding error

As Debate Over Bihar Voter Roll Revision Intensifies, Congress Calls for Elevating the Right to Vote to a Fundamental Right Quick Summary The Congress has demanded that the Right to Vote be elevated to the status of a Fundamental Right, arguing that stronger constitutional protection is needed against voter suppression and arbitrary disqualifications during electoral roll revision exercises. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh linked the demand to the ongoing controversy surroundin

Police cannot proceed with further investigation after filing a closure report or charge-sheet unless they obtain permission from the concerned Magistrate. Quick Summary The Supreme Court has reiterated that police cannot conduct further investigation after filing a closure report or charge-sheet without obtaining permission from the concerned Magistrate, even though Section 173(8) CrPC does not expressly require such approval. The Court quashed the FIR and subsequent charge-

Quick Summary The Supreme Court has ruled that the child-protective principles of the POCSO Act should guide custody, visitation, and parental access disputes involving child victims of sexual abuse. The Court emphasized that repeated psychological evaluations, questioning, and legal interactions may themselves become a source of trauma for children. Referring to Sections 24, 33(5), 36, and 39 of the POCSO Act, the Court highlighted the principles of minimum exposure and mini

For decades, India's roads have been designed primarily for vehicles. Footpaths, where they exist, are often encroached upon, poorly maintained, damaged, or entirely absent. Millions of pedestrians—including children, elderly citizens, persons with disabilities, daily wage workers, and ordinary commuters—are forced to walk on roads alongside speeding vehicles, putting their lives at constant risk. In a landmark constitutional judgment that could reshape urban planning and roa

In a landmark judgment with far-reaching implications for road safety, emergency healthcare, and citizens' constitutional rights, the Supreme Court of India has declared that the right to trauma care is an integral part of the Right to Life guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution. The apex court directed all States and Union Territories to integrate all major emergency and ambulance helplines, including 100, 101, 102, 108, 1033, and 1091, into the unified emergency re

In a landmark judgment with far-reaching implications for digital advertising, trademark protection, and intermediary liability in India, the Delhi High Court has directed Google LLC to pay ₹30 lakh in damages to sanitaryware giant Hindware for trademark infringement. The ruling marks a major shift in India's evolving jurisprudence on online trademark protection, keyword advertising, and the scope of intermediary immunity under Section 79 of the Information Technology Act, 20

In a landmark development for Andhra Pradesh, the long-pending dream of establishing Amaravati as the State’s capital received a decisive boost after Droupadi Murmu gave her assent to the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Act, 2026. The move has formally granted legal backing to Amaravati as the capital, marking a significant milestone in the state’s political and administrative journey. Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu Calls It a ‘Historic Victory’ Andhra Prade

Delhi High Court Issues Notice to Jai Anant Dehadrai as TMC MP Challenges Denial of Interim Custody of Pet Rottweiler A high-profile legal dispute over the custody of a pet Rottweiler named Henry has brought attention to a grey area in Indian law: who keeps a pet when a couple separates? The Delhi High Court , on Thursday (February 19, 2026), issued notice to advocate Jai Anant Dehadrai , former partner of Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra , after Moitra challenged a