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Conviction on the basis of judicial separation cannot be sustained – Supreme Court

Conviction on the basis of judicial separation cannot be sustained - Supreme Court

In a recent judgement by the Apex Court in the case of [State of Rajasthan v Kistoora Ram (CrA 2119 0f 2010)], the Bench of  Justice BR Gavai and Justice PS Narasimha observed that conviction based solely on the extrajudicial confession could not be sustained.  It was observed by the court that extrajudicial confession was …

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Rights and Remedies for Illegally Terminated Employees in India: Damages, Reinstatement, and Jurisdiction

Rights and Remedies for Illegally Terminated Employees in India: Damages, Reinstatement, and Jurisdiction

The legal system in India depicts the difference between the words “worker” and “employee.” Due to this, the rules, regulations and recourse that apply to situations of unlawful or illegal termination might vary greatly. This blog will explore the legal process which involves cases of unlawful dismissal, the relief available to workers and employees, and …

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Journalists shall Document & Expose Fault in Society

In The Age Of Fake News, We Need Journalists More Than Ever To Document the Unseen & Expose Fault Lines In Society.

While addressing the 11th Convocation and Founder’s Day Ceremony at the O.P. Jindal Global University, the Supreme Court Judge Justice D.Y.  Chandrachud remarked, that “We need journalists more than ever to capture the invisible and reveal the cracks in our society in the age of fake news and misinformation”   Following are some of the main …

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Can Anyone Get Bail in Rape Cases in India? Understanding the Law and Legal Remedies

Can Anyone Get Bail in Rape Cases in India? Understanding the Law and Legal Remedies

The word “rape” carries intense emotional, social, and legal consequences. Indian law rightly treats this offence with utmost seriousness. However, in some cases, the same laws are misused — turning them into tools for personal revenge, extortion, or to cause irreparable damage to a reputation. If you or someone you know is falsely accused, a …

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