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India and Pakistan Agree to Ceasefire After 'Operation Sindoor'

In a major development following the recent escalation between India and Pakistan, both countries have agreed to halt all military operations. This agreement, which came after a series of military

12 May 2025 · Lexpedia

The Supreme Court Directs UP, Rajasthan & Haryana to Enforce Year-Round Firecracker Ban in NCR under EPA

7 May 2025 · Lexpedia

Supreme Court Slams Punjab for De-Notifying SYL Canal Land, Labels Move as "High-Handedness"

6 May 2025 · Lexpedia

Civil Remedies Do Not Preclude Criminal Action, Says Supreme Court

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has reiterated that the mere institution of civil proceedings does not justify the quashing of a First Information Repor

3 May 2025 · Lexpedia

After terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, India has experienced a significant escalation in cyber threats

Following the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, India has experienced a significant escalation in cyber threats. According to a repo

2 May 2025 · Lexpedia

Delhi Court Issues Notice to Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in National Herald Case

A Delhi Court on Friday issued notice to Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in connection with the National Herald money laund

2 May 2025 · Lexpedia

The Supreme Court to Hear Plea by Divorced Man Seeking Right to Surrogacy; Challenges Gender Bias in Law

The Supreme Court of India has agreed to examine a significant constitutional challenge raised by a 45-year-old divorced man, who has moved the apex court seeking

2 May 2025 · Lexpedia

The Supreme Court Cancels Bail in Child Trafficking Case; Issues Nationwide Directives to Expedite Trials and Implement Anti-Trafficking Measures

In a significant development aimed at tackling the rampant issue of child trafficking, the Supreme Court of India on Tuesday cancelled the bail gr

2 May 2025 · Lexpedia

Supreme Court Steps In After Rajasthan High Court Initiates New District Judge Recruitment Amid Legal Dispute

The dispute originates from the 2020 District Judge recruitment by the Rajasthan High Court. Initially, 85 vacancies were advertised, and

30 Apr 2025 · Lexpedia

Understanding the Role of Additional Witnesses in Criminal Trials

On April 28, 2025, the Supreme Court of India clarified the scope of powers under Section 311 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)

30 Apr 2025 · Lexpedia

Justice BR Gavai Appointed as 52nd Chief Justice of India, Effective May 14, 2025

The President of India has appointed Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai as the 52nd Chief Justice of India (CJI), with effect from May 14, 2

30 Apr 2025 · Lexpedia

Supreme Court Reiterates That 'Sharia Courts' Have No Legal Recognition, Strikes Down Family Court's Decision

In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India reaffirmed that institutions such as Court of Kazi, Sharia Courts, or Darul Kaja

30 Apr 2025 · Lexpedia