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Background The Madras High Court has ruled that an insurance company cannot evade liability for compensating the family of a victim killed in an accident caused by an intoxicated driver. The judgment came in response to an appeal by the insurance firm, which contended that the driver’s intoxication was a violation of policy terms, absolving […]

Background Delhi High Court Chief Justice DK Upadhyaya recently emphasized the need for society to prioritize respect for women over mere ritualistic worship. His remarks come at a time when gender equality and women’s safety remain pressing concerns in India. Court’s Rationale Justice Upadhyaya pointed out that while Indian traditions often place women on a

Background A man accused of illegally selling cow meat has been granted anticipatory bail by the Bombay High Court. The case was filed under various provisions of the Maharashtra Animal Preservation Act, which regulates the slaughter and sale of cattle in the state. Court’s Rationale The court observed that the prosecution had not presented strong

Background The Kerala High Court has ruled that law enforcement authorities must exercise caution while handling complaints lodged by men against women. The court emphasized that police officers should not mechanically register cases based on such complaints without proper scrutiny, as doing so could lead to harassment and misuse of the legal process. Court’s Rationale

Background The Bombay High Court has struck down the land acquisition process for the Navi Mumbai International Airport, citing procedural irregularities and failure to comply with legal mandates. The decision comes as a significant setback to the multi-billion-dollar infrastructure project, which has faced numerous delays due to land disputes and environmental concerns. Court’s Rationale The

Background The Supreme Court of India recently quashed a rape case against a retired Army officer after discovering that the complainant had previously filed similar allegations against multiple individuals. The case, which had been pending for several years, involved serious allegations of sexual assault, leading to criminal proceedings against the accused. However, upon closer scrutiny,

Background The Kerala High Court, in a significant ruling, reaffirmed that mere participation in a protest cannot be used as a reason to restrict a person’s liberty. The case involved an individual who had been arrested for taking part in a political demonstration and was subsequently denied bail. The authorities contended that the protest had

Background The Supreme Court has instructed the Bar Council of India (BCI) to re-evaluate a professional misconduct complaint filed against partners of the law firm Dhir & Dhir Associates. The complaint, which alleged ethical violations and breaches of professional conduct, had previously been dismissed by the BCI without a detailed inquiry. The petitioners contended that

Background The Supreme Court has emphasized that breastfeeding is a fundamental right of both the mother and the child and must not be stigmatized in public spaces. The ruling came in response to a case addressing the lack of breastfeeding facilities in public areas and the social stigma associated with nursing in open spaces. The

Background The Supreme Court has ruled that activities such as cleaning, washing, and dry cleaning of clothes fall within the definition of “manufacturing process” under the Factories Act, 1948. The judgment came in response to a case where the classification of laundry and dry-cleaning businesses under the Act was under dispute. The case revolved around