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Supreme Court Upholds Substitution of Conviction in Army Officer’s Ammunition Case: Dismisses Appeal Against AFT Ruling

12 Oct 202512 Oct 2025

In a ruling that clarifies the powers of the Armed Forces Tribunal (AFT) to modify convictions in military trials, the Supreme Court of India has dismissed the appeal of former…

Supreme Court Grants Relief to Female Army Officer, Emphasizes Extension of Benefits to Non-Litigants

11 Dec 202411 Dec 2024

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court directed that a female army officer, Lt. Col. Suprita Chandel, be granted a permanent commission in the Army Dental Corps, despite her not…

Supreme Court Orders Women Navy Officers to Approach Armed Forces Tribunal for Promotion Disputes

In a significant decision regarding gender equality and career advancement within the Indian Armed Forces, the Supreme Court today addressed the longstanding promotion-related grievances of six women officers from the…