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India
ITC penalised by Rs. 1 lakh for packaging one less cookie
ITC made the defence that the biscuits were sold according to their weight rather than the quantity of biscuits per…
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Prisoners’ fundamental rights still exist; Delhi High Court states as Tihar jail lacks basic amenities
The plea cited unsatisfactory sanitary conditions at the facility and that many restrooms and toilets are in ruins.
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Law
Marriage doesn’t validate violence; Delhi HC clarifies
Medical reports corroborate woman's testimony of torture. She was returned to the parental home in injured condition, and refused return…
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Women are misusing the dowry law for ‘legal terrorism’, Calcutta Court claims
Section 498A has been introduced to eliminate the issue of dowry from society. "But it is observed in several cases…
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Governance
Supreme Court to lay down guidelines for summoning govt officers
The Center had previously presented a preliminary SOP containing its recommendations to the Supreme Court bench. The bench is currently…
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Governance
Chief Justice unveils ‘SuSwagatam’ portal for e-passes to enter Supreme Court
According to the Chief Justice, 'SuSwagatam' is an online application accessible via web browsers and mobile devices. It empowers users…
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Law
Kerala assembly unanimously opposes Uniform Civil Code, citing concerns over the secular character
Kerala becomes the first state to pass a resolution against UCC. Urged the central government to engage in constructive discussions…
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Law
Telangana High Court directs state to offer option for declaring ‘no religion’ and ‘no caste’ in birth certificate application
In its ruling, the Telangana High Court affirmed that the petitioners possess the right to refrain from following or professing…
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Law
‘Sexual assault on woman’s dead body is not rape’: Karnataka HC acquits murder convict of rape charges
The bench of justices suggested the government to amend laws on necrophilia.
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Law
‘Where have we reached in the name of religion?’: SC expresses anger over hate speech
The top court sought a report from the Delhi police with regards to the hate speeches that were made on…
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