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Detenu has constitutional right to make representation to authority against detention order, violation makes it illegal: Madhya Pradesh High Court

30 Jun 2021 07:16 AM IST

It is quite remarkable, refreshing, robust and reasonable that the Madhya Pradesh High Court while espousing the supreme value of human and constitutional rights has in a latest, learned, laudable and landmark judgement titled Yatindra Verma Vs State of MP & Ors. in WP No. 9792/2021 delivered on June 24,

Theorising ‘group dignity’ as a constitutional value

29 Jun 2021 07:14 AM IST

The Sabarimala courtroom tussle is yet to unravel. In an order dated 10.02.2020 in Kantaru Rajeevaru v. Indian Young Lawyers Association, Review Petition (Civil) No. 3358 of 2018, a Nine-Judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court framed seven issues to be addressed by the court, one of them being examination

Practising conversion therapy: The gravest injustice faced by the LGBTQ+ community

29 Jun 2021 07:12 AM IST

INTRODUCTION Every year, the month of June marks the Pride month dedicated to the LGBTQ+ community and their right to live a dignified life. It is not only about honouring them but also ensuring that they are given social as well as legal protection and are not being the targets

Covid-19 vaccination and law: An analysis

28 Jun 2021 07:05 AM IST

India is in the grips of the second wave of the deadly coronavirus and many cities are facing fresh restrictions and lockdown. We can say that India is now on the verge of a public health emergency. Most Importantly it is one of the world’s largest vaccine makers, however, it

POCSO Act and sexual rights of adolescents: A gap in legal framework

28 Jun 2021 07:03 AM IST

With the changing social dynamics of Indian society, as several experts have pointed out, it is necessary to reconsider the age to consent for sexual intercourse.

Emerging contours in outer space governance: Sovereignty and challenges for international law

26 Jun 2021 07:13 AM IST

The outer space does not recognize the sovereignty of nations. The Outer Space Treaty (OST), endorsed by the United Nations in 1967, forthrightly says that outer space, including the moon and other celestial bodies, must be used “for the benefit of and interest of all.” It is determined that outer

The world of ‘white collar crimes’: An analysis

26 Jun 2021 07:10 AM IST

Of late many of the reputed and celebrated personalities from the business world had been in news for notorious reasons for either fleeing the country and its jurisdiction to evade criminal proceedings initiated for frauds committed in India or found themselves mired in the corporate scandals. These sophisticated businessmen, professionals

PIL: From public interest to political interest litigation

25 Jun 2021 07:06 AM IST

The PILs have played a key role in strengthening the rule of law of the country and ensured that everyone has access to justice. Anyone capable of doing so can file petitions on behalf of others who are unable or do not have the resources to do so. But in

Vaccine judgement: A constitutional promise fulfilled

25 Jun 2021 07:04 AM IST

The Centre argued that courts should not interfere and the government’s wisdom should be trusted as, in battling this unprecedented crisis, it needs discretion in formulating policy in larger interest. This was negated by the court holding that separation of powers does not exclude its jurisdiction to review the government’s

Sir Crawford leaves his aura on golden jubilee in the fraternity

24 Jun 2021 06:33 AM IST

Sir James Richard Crawford may not be popular to an undergrad student but will be familiar with the cases he appeared and the cause titles for which he delivered exceptionally marvelous judgements. In a way Sir Crawford live through his contributions rather than the contributions live through him. This was

Filing affidavits by advocates’ clerks impermissible: Orissa High Court

23 Jun 2021 07:50 AM IST

While reiterating the significance of personal affidavits of parties and their ensuing probative value in smooth administration of justice, the Orissa High Court in a latest, learned, laudable and landmark judgment titled Thabir Sagar vs State of Odisha in BLAPL No. 748 of 2021 whose date of hearing was June

LABOUR LAW: ASSESSING LIABILITY AND OBLIGATION OF PRINCIPAL EMPLOYER AND CONTRACTOR

22 Jun 2021 06:12 AM IST

In recent times, there have been sincere attempts to ensure that employees/workers are adequately compensated.

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