Supreme Court holds High Courts cannot quash cheque dishonour cases by pre-trial enquiry, reaffirming presumptions under Sections 138 and 139 NI Act.
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FORMER CJI GAVAI APPOINTED AMBEDKAR CHAIR AT NALSAR
Former CJI B R Gavai’s appointment as Dr BR Ambedkar Chair Professor at NALSAR Hyderabad strengthens constitutional law research and social inclusion initiatives.
SECTION 27 DISCOVERY LIMITS CLARIFIED BY SUPREME COURT
Supreme Court rules materials handed over during arrest lack concealment and cannot be Section 27 discoveries, modifying sentence while upholding conviction.
AD HOC JUDGES BENCH POWERS CLARIFIED SUPREME COURT
Supreme Court clarifies that ad hoc judges may sit singly or with sitting judges, empowering High Court Chief Justices under Article 224A to tackle case pendency effectively.
SUPREME COURT FLAGS TOLL PLAZAS WORSENING AIR POLLUTION
Supreme Court flags toll plazas worsening air pollution, directing NHAI and MCD to suspend or relocate toll booths to ease congestion and protect the right to clean environment.
ONE-YEAR SEPARATION NOT MANDATORY UNDER SECTION 13B
Delhi High Courtdivorce by mutual consent ruling clarifies Section 13B separation period is directory, allowing courts to waive timelines in exceptional hardship cases under Hindu Marriage Act, 1955.