Introduction Imagine spending years in jail without being convicted of any offence. No judgment. No finding of guilt. No sentence. Just waiting for your trial to conclude. Unfortunately, this is a reality for thousands of undertrial prisoners across India. Criminal trials often take several years due to overloaded courts, lengthy investigations, and procedural delays. As […]
Introduction Arrest is often one of the most stressful experiences a person can face. The moment someone is taken into custody, the immediate concern of the accused and his family is usually one question: “How can bail be obtained?” While Magistrates possess powers to grant bail in many cases, the law also gives extensive powers
Introduction Imagine being arrested for an offence and spending weeks, months, or even years in jail before a court determines whether you are guilty or innocent. Such a situation would not only affect your freedom but also your family, career, reputation, and future. To prevent unnecessary detention and protect individual liberty, the law provides a
Introduction Despite the rise of digital payments, cheques continue to be widely used in business transactions, loans, property dealings, and personal financial arrangements. A cheque is often considered a symbol of trust and financial commitment. However, when a cheque issued by a person is dishonoured or “bounced” by the bank, it can lead to serious
In a significant judgment safeguarding the rights of ordinary bank account holders, the Gujarat High Court has ruled that authorities cannot freeze an entire bank account merely because a small disputed amount is under investigation in a cybercrime case. The Court emphasized that while investigating agencies have the power to freeze bank accounts during criminal
A Landmark Judgment on Delay, Abuse of Criminal Law, and Civil-Criminal Disputes The Supreme Court of India has delivered an important judgment that will have a significant impact on cases where criminal proceedings are initiated after an extraordinary delay, particularly when civil disputes between the parties have been pending for years. In Nazibul Rahim Khan
Introduction In a significant step towards ensuring speedy justice and strengthening public confidence in the judicial system, the Supreme Court of India has issued a comprehensive set of binding directions to all High Courts across the country regarding the timely pronouncement of judgments. The directions were issued by a Bench comprising Hon’ble Chief Justice of
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India has expressed serious concern over the increasing misuse of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in matrimonial and personal disputes. The Court observed that in some cases, criminal law is being used not as a tool for justice but as a weapon of
Supreme Court Draws the Line Between Mere Designation and Actual Responsibility Introduction In a significant judgment delivered on 26 May 2026 in M/s Mansi Finance (Chennai) Ltd. v. M. Lalitha & Others, the Supreme Court of India clarified an important question relating to cheque bounce cases: Can every office bearer of a society or company
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Case Title – Vibhor Garg v. Neha (SLP(C) No. 21195/2021) In a landmark judgment that could significantly impact matrimonial litigation across India, the Supreme Court has held that secretly recorded telephone conversations between spouses can be admitted as evidence in matrimonial proceedings. The Court set aside a judgment of the Punjab and Haryana High Court
