The court’s interpretation of "comfortable lifestyle" aligns with the purpose of interim maintenance but stresses that this cannot be claimed where the claimant already possesses adequate resources.
Madras High Court · 25 Aug 2025
It highlights the legislative intent behind POCSO to create a protective legal framework for children and mandates strict judicial scrutiny before granting relief to the accused.
Punjab and Haryana High Court · 25 Aug 2025
This case reaffirms the Supreme Court’s corrective power under Article 32 in capital punishment cases, where life and dignity are at stake.
Supreme Court of India · 25 Aug 2025
The principle that “man is a fighting creature,” reinforcing that crime is inevitable and laws (including prisons) are essential to maintain order.
Punjab and Haryana High Court · 23 Aug 2025
The Court held that an adult woman has the right to make her own decisions, whether society sees them as right or wrong.
Madhya Pradesh High Court · 23 Aug 2025
The Court held that a second habeas corpus petition is maintainable only if new grounds are raised that were not available at the time of the first petition’s filing or adjudication.
Madras High Court · 23 Aug 2025
It was held that no right to residence under Section 17 of PWDVA exists after divorce, unless there is a separate statutory right.
Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2025
By recognizing the right of a legal heir to prosecute an existing appeal, it ensured the continuity of justice even after the death of an appellant.
Supreme Court of India · 23 Aug 2025
The court emphasized that online matrimonial platforms allow users to specify “Divorced”, but the appellant intentionally selected “Never Married”.
Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2025
The Supreme Court clarified that Section 195 Cr.P.C. mandates a written complaint by the public servant concerned or their superior before a court can take cognizance of offences under Sections 172–188 IPC.
Supreme Court of India · 21 Aug 2025
The High Court’s direction reflects the judiciary’s concern over the inefficiency and possible complicity of police in NDPS investigations, particularly regarding arrest of accused persons.
Punjab and Haryana High Court · 21 Aug 2025
The judgment underscores the role of forensic examination of the audio evidence, indicating the evolving nature of evidence in dowry and suicide-related cases.
Madras High Court · 21 Aug 2025
The Supreme Court held that additional evidence cannot be introduced at the appellate stage if it is inconsistent with the pleadings.
Supreme Court of India · 25 Aug 2025
The Court took a purposive approach to interpret Order 21 Rule 32(5) CPC, expanding the remedy to include restoration of possession where needed.
Rajasthan High Court · 23 Aug 2025
A widowed daughter-in-law is entitled to maintenance from the estate of her father-in-law, but only from coparcenary property, not from his self-acquired or other separate assets.
Delhi High Court · 21 Aug 2025
