judicial system
Supreme Court Declares Dowry Eradication an Urgent Constitutional and Social Necessity as Anti-Dowry Laws Face Dual Challenges
Dec 16, 2025 01:29 am CST
The Supreme Court of India has issued a landmark ruling highlighting the critical need to eliminate dowry practices while addressing the paradoxical challenges of ineffective enforcement and misuse of anti-dowry legislation. The Court has directed comprehensive reforms in education, law enforcement, and judicial processes to combat this persistent social evil that transcends religious boundaries, emphasizing that marriage partners must be treated as constitutional equals.
Supreme Court Condemns 16-Year Justice Delay in Acid Attack Case, Orders Protection for Forced Acid Consumption Victims
Dec 04, 2025 06:13 pm CST
India's Supreme Court has issued strong criticism over a 16-year delay in an acid attack case, ordering daily hearings and addressing the gap in protection for victims forced to consume acid. The court has demanded data on all pending acid attack trials nationwide while considering expanded legal protections for different types of acid attack survivors.
Chief Justice of India Emphasizes Simplicity Over Luxury for New Bombay High Court Complex
Nov 06, 2025 03:27 pm CST
Chief Justice of India Bhushan Gavai laid the foundation stone for the new Bombay High Court complex in Bandra East, emphasizing it should be a "temple of justice" rather than a luxurious facility. The Rs 4,000 crore project spanning 50 lakh square feet aims to reflect democratic values while maintaining architectural grandeur. Maharashtra government officials confirmed the complex will be completed on schedule with no funding constraints.
Himanta Sarma Claims Political Exploitation of Zubeen Garg's Legacy: Analysis of Post-Death Controversies in Assam
Oct 16, 2025 07:50 pm CST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has alleged that individuals who previously criticized singer Zubeen Garg are now exploiting his death for political advantage against BJP. Following violent protests in Baksa district related to arrests in the singer's drowning case, Sarma urged citizens to trust the judicial process rather than succumb to politically motivated narratives. The government has established a 10-member Special Investigation Team to investigate Garg's September 19 death in Singapore.
"Do You Know How Many Hours We Sleep?" Supreme Court Judge On Urgent Hearing Plea
Sep 24, 2025 02:36 pm CST
In a sharp response to a lawyer's request for the urgent listing of a case, Supreme Court judge and next in line for Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, highlighted the heavy workload faced by the judiciary.
'Can't Expect High Courts To Handle All Matters Swiftly With Half Strength': Top Court
Sep 23, 2025 07:43 pm CST
The Supreme Court on Tuesday said high courts were not under its supervisory control and one couldn't expect them to "cope" with all the matters expeditiously if they were functioning with half their strength.