Stability Over Shifting Sands: Upholding Judicial Finality in Rajasthan High Court
On July 1, 2025, the Rajasthan High Court—which was established by Justice Anoop Kumar Dhand—provide a important ruling stressing on…
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Delhi HC Halts Amazon’s $39M Payment Order in Lifestyle Equities Trademark Case
In Amazon vs. Lifestyle Equities, the High Court examined whether Amazon’s “Symbol” polo logo infringed Beverly Hills Polo Club’s trademark. The court highlighted consumer confusion and stressed fair procedure, staying the hefty damages award until Amazon could fully defend itself.
Delhi High Court Examines Writ Petition in Catering Contract Dispute Between Ambuj Hotel and IRCTC
In a high-value commercial contract dispute, the Delhi High Court analyzed the jurisdiction of a writ petition from Ambuj Hotel and Real Estate Pvt. Ltd. against IRCTC in respect of the wrongful demand of extra license fee for onboard catering. The contention revolves around the number of train coaches and contractual interpretation, raising important questions on promissory estoppel, jurisdiction, and the boundaries of Article 226 in commercial cases.
Curious case of 3 years Rule- Boon or bane for aspirants? And is it enough?
Post 3 year experience rule- I have witnessed increasing anxiety and hopelessness among several law students. It’s also because economic…
Calcutta HC orders Mohammad Shami to give ₹4 lakh monthly maintenance
The Calcutta High Court has increased temporary spousal support for cricketer Mohammad Shami, requesting him to pay ₹1.5 lakh to his estranged wife Hasin Jahan and ₹2.5 lakh to their daughter. The ruling mirrors the huge earnings of Shami—about ₹60 lakh per month in FY 2021—and is an attempt to sustain the family’s pre-separation standard of living. Earlier, a district court had ordered a total of just ₹1.3 lakh; Jahan had initially asked for ₹10 lakh.
The Israeli -Palestinian Conflict and the formation of the Palestinian Refugee Problem.
The 1948 Palestine War, also referred to as the Israeli War of Independence and Nakba, is one of the most significant Middle Eastern events. It solidified what would become the nation of Israel and occurred in the wake of the United Nations’ attempted partition of a land viewed as home by multiple competing nationalist movements—Zionists and Arabs.
Zohran Mamdani and Hitler By Justice Katju
I have already written an article on Zohran Mamdani, calling him the Wonderboy of America. Zohran Mamdani reminds me of…
Interim Bail for Exams Granted to Life Imprisonment Convict Seeking Law Degree: Andhra Pradesh High Court in, Murli Jai Ganesh v. State of Andhra Pradesh
In Murli Jai Ganesh v. State of Andhra Pradesh, the High Court granted 17-day interim bail to a life convict pursuing a B.Com LL.B. degree to appear for his final semester exams. Convicted under Section 302 IPC, the appellant sought bail under Section 430(1) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. Acknowledging his academic record and absence of backlogs, the Court balanced penal objectives with rehabilitative justice, allowing bail solely for educational purposes with strict conditions.
Suo Moto PIL on Transfer of Girls from Observation Homes Upon Attaining Majority: Bombay High Court Initiates Action
In The Registrar (Judicial) v. State of Maharashtra, the Bombay High Court (Aurangabad Bench) initiated a Suo Moto PIL based on a newspaper report revealing that girls in observation homes were being shifted to other districts upon attaining majority due to lack of local facilities. The Court emphasized the right to education and mental well-being of such girls, directing authorities to provide data and explore existing shelter home capacities. This PIL seeks systemic reform in post-care rehabilitation for orphan girls.
Telangana High Court Orders Hyderabad’s Illegal Land Purchase Compensated
Hyderabad: A direction was issued by the Telangana High Court to Hyderabad district collector to compensate the legal heirs of a petitioner, whose land was acquired illegally under the Urban Land Ceiling Act. The court stressed the significance of consistency with previous holdings to maintain the authority of the judiciary.