It demonstrates judicial balancing between punishment for heinous offences and rehabilitative prospects of the convict.
Bombay High Court · 10 Feb 2026
It provides guidance for family courts and High Courts when dealing with DNA/paternity applications in maintenance cases.
Karnataka High Court · 10 Feb 2026
The Supreme Court emphasized speedy disposal of appeals in high-profile criminal cases.
Supreme Court of India · 9 Feb 2026
The Court reinforced the principle that circumstantial evidence must form a complete and unbroken chain pointing exclusively to the accused’s guilt.
Calcutta High Court · 9 Feb 2026
The Court prioritised the bodily integrity and decisional autonomy of the pregnant minor over abstract considerations.
Supreme Court of India · 8 Feb 2026
The Supreme Court adopted a purposive and restrictive interpretation of Section 17-A, ensuring that the provision is not misused to stall genuine corruption investigations.
Supreme Court of India · 6 Feb 2026
It reaffirms the principle that cybercrime and telecom frauds are serious offences requiring strict scrutiny.
Delhi High Court · 6 Feb 2026
The Court reasoned that while the welfare of the child is a central consideration, other factors materially affect the child’s overall well-being and must guide custody decisions.
Supreme Court of India · 6 Feb 2026
The Court highlighted the psychological and social harm caused by labeling young adults as “aggravated sexual offenders” when no evidence exists of predatory behavior.
Rajasthan High Court · 6 Feb 2026
It reinforces that abetment of suicide requires positive, intentional act or instigation, not mere verbal harassment or suspicion.
Calcutta High Court · 6 Feb 2026
It clarifies that POCSO bail considerations include age, maturity, and nature of relationship, not just legal technicalities.
Delhi High Court · 6 Feb 2026
The Court reaffirmed the principle that maintenance is a right of the spouse and cannot be denied on superficial grounds.
Supreme Court of India · 6 Feb 2026
The decision reinforces the principle that mere notarisation or admission as exhibit does not validate a document.
Supreme Court of India · 9 Feb 2026
The Court reinforced the principle of judicial oversight in criminal investigations, ensuring that investigative agencies cannot bypass courts once a case is closed.
Supreme Court of India · 6 Feb 2026
The Supreme Court held that serving of notice under Section 35(3) of BNSS is mandatory for offences punishable up to 7 years.
Supreme Court of India · 6 Feb 2026
It reinforces that irrelevant character attacks have no place in criminal proceedings, especially in sensitive cases like rape.
Allahabad High Court · 6 Feb 2026
