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Reproductive Autonomy Cannot Be Subordinated to Adoption: Supreme Court allows termination of 7-month pregnancy of minor

Holding that a woman’s choice is paramount under Article 21, the SC affirms that constitutional courts must prioritise dignity, mental health, and bodily autonomy over statutory limits under the MTP framework

All you need to know about new CJI Sharad Bobde

Justice Sharad Bobde was sworn in today as the new Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India. He succeeds outgoing Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi. Here’s a brief profile of CJI Sharad Bobde.

God Is Everywhere: A Hindu Reflects on A-Yodhya

Painting of Lord Hanuman by M.F.HusainAs a person who...

Ayodhya Verdict: Has Faith Prevailed Over Justice?

The 9th of November was, indeed, a very interesting...

SC, CJI under RTI: Examining the Verdict

Leaving the facts of the three cases aside, the common and individual opinions penned by the Justices clarify several interpretational matters for the benefit of both the seekers and holders of information.

Babri-Ayodhya verdict: Will appeal for peace apply to Hindutva hardliners in future?

 With the exception of few, every leader of political...

Director of play based on Batla House encounter, allegedly detained for few hours

A probable attempt by the police to intimidate the theatre person to restrain him from showcasing a play which could hurt the image of the police force.

Domino Effect: Hindu Mahasabha seeks withdrawal of cases against karsevaks

72 hours in, The Hindu Mahasabha writes a letter to the PM and other BJP leaders for their help on the matter

Visually challenged lady seeks appointment with Gujarat CM, is ‘unofficially’ detained

Ranjanben Vaghela in DYSP office, KhambhatIt was a...

Political dimensions of Ayodhya verdict

The Supreme Court judgement on the Ayodhya case has...

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Reproductive Autonomy Cannot Be Subordinated to Adoption: Supreme Court allows termination of 7-month pregnancy of minor

Holding that a woman’s choice is paramount under Article 21, the SC affirms that constitutional courts must prioritise dignity, mental health, and bodily autonomy over statutory limits under the MTP framework

Malegaon 2006 Blast Case: Bombay High Court rejects NIA’s ‘alternate narrative’, holds prosecution built on contradictions and inadmissible evidence

Holding that “diagonally opposite” narratives by investigative agencies cannot sustain a trial, the Court finds the NIA’s case rooted in retracted statements, hearsay material, and a legally impermissible reinvestigation—bringing the prosecution to a “dead end”