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Punjab & Haryana HC Acquits Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in 2002 Chhatrapati Murder Case, Upholds Life Terms for Three Co-Accused

In a major development, the Punjab & Haryana High Court has acquitted Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in the sensational murder case of journalist Ram Chander Chhatrapati,…

Rajasthan HC Upholds Son’s Right to Compassionate Appointment Despite Parents’ Divorce: “Son” Explicitly Qualifies as Dependent Under 1996 Rules

The Rajasthan High Court has firmly rejected the State's contention that a son ceases to be a "dependent" of his deceased father solely because of his parents' divorce and his…

Rajasthan HC Allows Minor Girl to Stay in Children’s Home Till Majority, Citing Fear of Parental Torture Amid Father’s Alleged Illegal Activities

The Rajasthan High Court has directed that a minor girl, referred to as Mst. 'G', shall remain in a Children's Home in Udaipur until she attains the age of majority,…

Supreme Court: Non-Parties Adversely Affected by Judgments Can Seek Review or Fresh Challenge Before Appropriate Forum

The Supreme Court has reaffirmed that individuals not party to a judicial proceeding but impacted negatively by its outcome retain viable remedies, including seeking review on limited grounds or filing…

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Allahabad HC: FIR Not Doubtful Merely Because Filed with Advocate’s Assistance; Upholds Life Sentence in Brutal Acid Attack Case

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that an FIR cannot be deemed suspicious or unreliable simply because it was lodged with the help of an advocate. A division bench of…

Supreme Court Orders Monthly ₹25,000 Salary Deduction from Husband for Wife & Minor Daughter’s Maintenance

In a stern measure to enforce maintenance obligations, the Supreme Court has directed the employer of a husband to deduct Rs. 25,000 every month from his salary and transfer the…

Supreme Court Issues Notice to Gujarat HC & Govt on Challenge to Civil Judge Recruitment Process Over Low Shortlisting & Alleged Irregularities

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The Supreme Court has issued notice to the Gujarat High Court and the State Government in a writ petition filed under Article 32 challenging the recruitment process for Civil Judge…

Supreme Court Rules: Guarantor Liable Only for Original Sanctioned Loan Amount, Not Excess Overdrawn Without Consent

5 Mar 20265 Mar 2026

In a significant ruling on the scope of surety liability, the Supreme Court has held that a guarantor cannot be made responsible for loan amounts withdrawn by the borrower beyond…

Justice BV Nagarathna Urges Judges: Prioritize Constitutional Duty Over Career Prospects

Supreme Court Judge Justice BV Nagarathna has called upon the judiciary to exhibit unwavering courage and conviction, stressing that judges must not hesitate in delivering the right decision—even if it…

Supreme Court Overturns Rajasthan High Court Orders: No Automatic Right to Appointment from Reserve Lists in RPSC Cases

In a landmark judgment delivered on January 15, 2026 (2026 INSC 64), the Supreme Court of India, in a bench led by Justice Dipankar Datta, allowed three connected civil appeals…