SC Upholds UGC Regulations, Cancels Punjab Assistant Professor Appointments for Violating Article 14
On July 14th, 2025, the Supreme Court of India invalidated the controversial hiring process of the appointment of 981 Assistant…
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Emen Asti Kisku is a law student at the National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi. With a keen passion for legal research and writing, Emen is deeply committed to exploring complex legal issues and refining their ability to articulate thoughtful, well-reasoned arguments.
Court Recognizes Stem Cell Banking as Integral to Healthcare, Clarifies Tax Exemption Scope
On Monday, 14 July 2025, the court held that the services of stem cell banking, comprising collection, processing, and preservation…
Bombay High Court Bars Bihar Lawyer from Impersonating Sonu Nigam on X
The Bombay High Court has issued an ex-parte interim order restraining Bihar-based lawyer Sonu Nigam Singh from impersonating acclaimed singer Sonu Nigam on X. Justice R.I. Chagla directed Singh to display his full name on his X profile after the singer’s petition highlighted misleading communal and political posts that sparked online backlash and confusion
Gujarat High Court Grants Final One-Month Bail Extension to Asaram on Medical Grounds
The Gujarat High Court has granted a one-month extension of temporary bail to Asaram, convicted in multiple rape cases, citing medical reasons. The court made it clear that this would be the final extension and no further relief would be considered.
Rajasthan Court Summons Drishti IAS Founder Vikas Divyakirti Over Derogatory Judicial Remarks
Ajmer court has taken cognizance of a criminal complaint against Drishti IAS founder Vikas Divyakirti for allegedly making sarcastic and defamatory comments about the judiciary in a viral video. He has been summoned to appear personally on July 22 for apparent offences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and IT Act.
Supreme Court Affirms Lawyer’s Conviction for Outraging Modesty of Female Judge in Open Court
The Supreme Court has upheld the 18-month prison sentence and conviction of a Delhi lawyer for making abusive and sexually insulting remarks about a woman judge in court. The judgment supports the judiciary’s stance to uphold decorum and dignity of judicial officials, particularly women, within the premises of the court.
U.S. Supreme Court Paves Way for Trump’s Mass Federal Firings Amid Fierce Legal and Political Battle
In a milestone ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court has granted the Trump administration permission to move forward with far-reaching federal employee reductions that could affect hundreds of thousands of workers and government services pending litigation. The decision is a major victory for Trump’s agenda in his second term but poses deep constitutional and governance questions.
Centre Directs Ministries to Stop Frivolous Litigation and Implement Legal Reforms
In a dramatic reform initiative, the government of India has directed all ministries and departments to reduce avoidable litigation, enhance legal cells, and adopt alternative dispute resolution in order to decongest courts and enhance governance effectiveness.
MS Dhoni’s ‘Captain Cool’ Trademark Faces Legal Heat Over Generic Use and Procedural Lapses
MS Dhoni’s attempt to trademark his iconic nickname “Captain Cool” has been legally challenged by a Delhi-based law firm. The opposition claims the term is generic, lacks distinctiveness, and has not been supported by sufficient evidence of commercial use. The case raises broader questions about trademarking celebrity monikers and their public domain implications.
Bombay High Court Maintains PMLA’s Validity After Repeal of IPC
In a landmark judgment, the Bombay High Court ruled that Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023 offences are valid predicate offences under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) despite the Indian Penal Code (IPC) having been repealed. The Court embraced a dynamic approach towards interpretation to ensure continuity in law and rejected a ₹100 crore money laundering case bail.