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The Modi government has cleared the appointment of five new Supreme Court judges following recommendations from the Collegium.

While 112 is already functional in many States and UTs, some States are still using different emergency helplines for the police, fire departments, ambulances, etc. The apex court's ruling came while hearing a petition filed by the SaveLife Foundation.

In a significant move to ensure timely justice and protect the fundamental right to speedy trial under Article 21 of the Constitution, the Supreme...

The Supreme Court has registered a suo motu case into the death of 33-year-old actor-model Twisha Sharma following allegations of probe bias and evidence tampering.

Justice Nagarathna expressed concern that reservation benefits continued even after families had progressed socially and economically.

“If you take the case of Ajmal Kasab, there are a large number of witnesses. Will you grant him bail, given that he has been in jail for 7 or 8 years? It can’t be done. Therefore, you have to examine the facts of each case," asked the Additional Solicitor General.

The plea highlights that women continue to remain underrepresented in key legal posts. It points out that no woman has ever been appointed as the AG or SG.

Supreme Court said Article 21 includes access to public spaces without fear of dog bites, while warning states that non compliance may invite contempt, disciplinary action and tortious liability.

In a significant decision shortly after assuming power, the newly elected BJP government in West Bengal, under Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, has decided to...