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Double Jeopardy? Supreme Court Clarifies the Boundaries of Criminal Re-Trials

Double Jeopardy? Supreme Court Clarifies the Boundaries of Criminal Re-Trials

The Supreme Court recently delivered a significant judgment reinforcing the applicability of the res judicata doctrine in criminal proceedings, emphasising that prior judicial findings in criminal cases, especially those related to factual disputes, must be respected in subsequent legal actions between the same parties. Case Background The case traces back to a business transaction involving

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Supreme Court Steps In to Protect Nashik’s Sacred Dargah from Demolition

Supreme Court Steps In to Protect Nashik’s Sacred Dargah from Demolition

In a deeply emotional turn of events, the Supreme Court has stepped in to protect the Hazrat Saatpeer Sayed Baba Dargah in Nashik from an impending demolition. This intervention comes after the dargah’s management appealed to the highest court, claiming that despite repeated attempts, their petition had not been heard in the Bombay High Court.

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Supreme Court Takes a Stand: Criticizes Allahabad High Court's Victim-Blaming Remarks

Supreme Court Takes a Stand: Criticizes Allahabad High Court’s Victim-Blaming Remarks

The recent remarks made by the Allahabad High Court in a rape case have sparked intense discussions across the nation. On Tuesday, the Supreme Court expressed its disapproval of the High Court’s observation that the complainant “herself invited trouble” by going to the accused’s house after consuming alcohol. A Disturbing Perspective on Victim Blaming The

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Supreme Court Faces Tough Decision on Hyderabad’s Vanishing Green Cover

Supreme Court Faces Tough Decision on Hyderabad’s Vanishing Green Cover

In a world increasingly concerned about environmental issues, the news of widespread deforestation in Hyderabad’s Kancha Gachibowli Forest has stirred emotions and sparked debates about conservation and development. With the Supreme Court of India taking suo motu cognisance of the matter, the issue is now under intense scrutiny as the Court looks to understand why

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Can the Supreme Court Solve Its Pendency Crisis A Path Forward for Justice in India

Can the Supreme Court Solve Its Pendency Crisis A Path Forward for Justice in India

Imagine waiting years, sometimes even decades, for your voice to be heard in court. For thousands of Indians, this isn’t just a fear it’s a harsh reality. The Supreme Court of India, the guardian of our Constitution and rights, currently faces an overwhelming burden: over 81,000 pending cases. This isn’t just a number; it’s a

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Supreme Court CBI Probes Should Be Ordered Only in Rare and Exceptional Cases

Supreme Court CBI Probes Should Be Ordered Only in Rare and Exceptional Cases

In a strong and clear message to the judiciary across the country, the Supreme Court has held that directing a CBI investigation should be done only in truly exceptional situations. This important ruling came while setting aside a decision by the Punjab and Haryana High Court, which had transferred a criminal case from the Haryana

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