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"The universe always balances the books": Congress leader Sajjan Kumar faces intensified legal scrutiny over the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, amidst a slew of charges, the spotlight centers on his alleged abetment in the Janakpuri and Vikaspuri incidents
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The imagery painted by the judge offers a grim snapshot of that tumultuous period, where mob fury reigned supreme, often unchecked
"In law, not all authorities are 'public'": In a twist that could inspire satirists everywhere, the Bombay High Court clarifies that the Archbishop of Goa isn't under RTI, apparently, divine decrees are no match for bureaucratic ones in the court of law!
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A decree from the Government of Portugal, a remnant from a colonial past, was suddenly at the center of this enigma
"The cost of false justice: a childhood lost": In an unsettling twist of justice, even minors aren't spared from the misuse of SC-ST Act, “I request CM & DCM to explain the meaning of POCSO, Atrocity, & assault cases filed against us”, asks an 8-yr-old
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While children his age are engrossed in the simple joys of life, attending school, scribbling drawings, and reveling in innocent games, Vaishnav's life has been tumultuously upended
"Every sinner has a future": In the labyrinth of justice, where Chandrakant Jha, with 18 murders, finds another chance at parole, it begs the question: Is redemption possible for everyone, or are some paths too dark to ever find the light again
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The noble cause behind this parole request? Jha needs to play matchmaker for his oldest daughte
“If you’re good enough to hit the gym at 70, why not a courtroom?”: Age of retirement of Supreme Court and High Court Judges needs to be increased in sync with increase in the longevity and advancement in medical sciences, Parliamentary Committee
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Would it really be a stagnant pond with no fresh waters flowing in, or are we just being overly cautious?
"Action speaks louder than words": Amidst rising tension in Manipur, the Supreme Court steps in, forming an all-women judicial committee to ensure justice. While incidents in other states might be overlooked, Manipur won't be left in the shadows
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Interestingly, the court decided to keep the trials in Manipur, turning down suggestions to move them to another state
"Justice is blind; that's why it's always bumping into things": Punjab and Haryana High Court, with a generous dash of magnanimity, pressed the pause on Nuh's demolition, playing indulgent parent they took cognizance, giving 'innocent' rioters a breather
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On this single Saturday, at least 46 concrete structures, including homes and businesses such as pharmacies and mobile repair stores, along with 39 shanties, were reduced to rubble
"In the pursuit of justice, let's not forget the essence of the law": Section 498A IPC, enacted to protect married women from cruelty, is now being misused. This misuse disrupts familial harmony and undermines genuine cases, warns Jharkhand High Court
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The misuse of Section 498A is not just a legal issue; it is a social issue as well. It has the potential to disrupt familial harmony and can lead to unnecessary legal battles
"Delay is the deadliest form of denial": Supreme Court grants temporary respite in Gyanvapi row, halting ASI's survey till Wednesday 5pm, the bench chaired by CJI D Y Chandrachud paid heed to the submissions made by senior advocate Huzefa Ahmadi
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The bench, chaired by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, paid heed to the submissions made by senior advocate Huzefa Ahmadi
"Some judges are like umpires who believe they won the game": Madras High Court, "If temples are going to perpetuate violence, then their existence has no meaning, better to close down those temples. The whole purpose of having a temple is of no use"
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The Court's comments came while hearing a plea by K.Thangarasu, also known as K.Thangaraj, who claims to be the Hereditary Trustee of Arulmighu Sri Ruthra Maha Kaliyamman Alayam