Legal News

Background The Madras High Court has reinstated a legal suit filed by Testbook, an online learning platform, against Google, challenging its billing policy for in-app purchases. Testbook had alleged that Google’s billing system was anti-competitive and discriminatory, creating barriers for smaller businesses operating on its platform. The dispute stems from Google’s Play Store Billing Policy, […]

Background The Supreme Court of India has directed the National Green Tribunal (NGT) Bar Association to ensure a 33% reservation for women lawyers in its executive committee elections. This landmark decision is a significant stride toward fostering gender inclusivity and representation in legal associations across the country. The directive came in response to a petition

Background The Karnataka High Court has reserved its decision on a petition filed by former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, seeking to quash a Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act case registered against him. The case stems from allegations that Yediyurappa, during his tenure as Chief Minister, facilitated actions leading to the misuse of

Background A Mumbai court recently imposed a significant cost of ₹1.5 crore on the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for failing to comply with procedural norms in a dispute over land acquisition. The case highlights the judiciary’s growing emphasis on accountability and efficiency in litigation, particularly when dealing with public authorities entrusted with taxpayers’ money.

Background The Delhi High Court has instructed former Uttar Pradesh MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar, convicted in the Unnao rape case, to surrender before seeking an extension of medical bail. Sengar, serving a life sentence for the rape of a minor in 2017, had been granted interim medical bail for treatment of his wife, who is

Background A Kerala court has delivered its verdict in the high-profile Sharon Raj murder case, convicting Greeshma Sreekumar, the victim’s girlfriend, and her uncle for their roles in the crime. The case, which gained widespread attention, revolves around the poisoning and subsequent death of 23-year-old Sharon Raj in October 2022. Sharon, a resident of Thiruvananthapuram,

Background Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has accused the Enforcement Directorate (ED) of opposing bail pleas in cases involving his party members purely for political motives. Kejriwal made these remarks in a response submitted to the Delhi High Court during hearings on bail pleas filed by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders embroiled in alleged corruption

Background The Karnataka High Court has issued a notice to BJP leaders in response to a petition filed by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi seeking to quash a defamation case. The case arises from remarks made by Gandhi during a 2019 election rally in Kolar, where he allegedly made derogatory comments about individuals sharing the “Modi”

Background The Karnataka High Court recently intervened in a case involving senior JD(S) leader and former minister HD Revanna, restraining a trial court from framing charges against him in a kidnapping case. The matter pertains to allegations of Revanna’s involvement in a 2007 incident where a person was allegedly abducted in connection with a land

Background The Punjab and Haryana High Court recently ordered the reinstatement of a judge who had been removed from service for alleged misconduct during his tenure as a lawyer. The judge was dismissed on allegations related to ethical violations and unprofessional conduct prior to his elevation to the bench. However, the court found procedural lapses