Justice BR Gavai – Lawcutor

Supreme Court Grants Bail Under MCOCA, Criticizes Prolonged Delay in Trial

The Supreme Court granted bail to Siddhant @ Sidharth Balu Taktode under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA), highlighting the prolonged incarceration and significant delay in trial. The…

Supreme Court Seeks Affidavits from States and UTs on Homeless Shelters

The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) and states/UTs to file detailed affidavits addressing the availability, adequacy, and condition of shelters for homeless persons, especially…

Supreme Court Stays Contempt Proceedings Against Gujarat Judicial Officer

The Supreme Court recently stayed contempt proceedings initiated in the Gujarat High Court against Additional Senior Civil Judge A.M. Bhukharee. These proceedings stemmed from allegations that the judicial officer abetted…

Supreme Court Judges Justice Surya Kant and Justice B.R. Gavai Assume Key Legal Aid Roles

In a recent reshuffle in India's legal aid framework, Supreme Court Judges Justice Surya Kant and Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai have assumed critical roles to enhance justice accessibility for marginalized…