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‘No Life Giver In World Like The Mother’: Justice Samir Dave of Gujarat High Court recently invoked a Hindu religious text 'Skanda Purana' to emphasise the value of a mother in society, while permitting a 17-year-old girl to abort her 19-week pregnancy
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नास्ति मातृसमा छाया नास्ति मातृसमा गतिः। नास्ति मातृसमं त्राणं नास्ति समा प्रपा।।
In a momentous verdict, the Allahabad High Court directs Mathura administration to rectify the 2004 land misregistration, restoring the sacred grounds rightfully to Banke Bihari Ji Maharaj temple, unveiling a truth preserved from ancient times
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The temple trust, steadfast and unyielding, had been battling the illegal alteration that had been stealthily instituted in 2004
"Justice for sale, affordability varies": In an escalating controversy, Udhayanidhi Stalin's fierce criticisms of Sanatana Dharma lead to public uproar & legal petitions, Supreme Court denies expedited hearing, ‘Won’t allow it, follow standard procedures’
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The plea, which has now garnered significant attention, initially sought a decisive declaration from the highest court of the land.
Calcutta High Court's landmark judgment illuminates the secular essence of Durga Puja, reinforcing citizens' constitutional rights and India's unity in diversity, a celebration beyond religion, it embodies vibrant spirit of communal harmony & tradition
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For many, Durga Puja is not just a festival. It's a testament to the power of unity, diversity, and tradition, transcending the barriers of religious demarcations
"The universe always balances the books": Congress leader Sajjan Kumar faces intensified legal scrutiny over the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, amidst a slew of charges, the spotlight centers on his alleged abetment in the Janakpuri and Vikaspuri incidents
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The imagery painted by the judge offers a grim snapshot of that tumultuous period, where mob fury reigned supreme, often unchecked
"In law, not all authorities are 'public'": In a twist that could inspire satirists everywhere, the Bombay High Court clarifies that the Archbishop of Goa isn't under RTI, apparently, divine decrees are no match for bureaucratic ones in the court of law!
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A decree from the Government of Portugal, a remnant from a colonial past, was suddenly at the center of this enigma
"The cost of false justice: a childhood lost": In an unsettling twist of justice, even minors aren't spared from the misuse of SC-ST Act, “I request CM & DCM to explain the meaning of POCSO, Atrocity, & assault cases filed against us”, asks an 8-yr-old
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While children his age are engrossed in the simple joys of life, attending school, scribbling drawings, and reveling in innocent games, Vaishnav's life has been tumultuously upended
"Every sinner has a future": In the labyrinth of justice, where Chandrakant Jha, with 18 murders, finds another chance at parole, it begs the question: Is redemption possible for everyone, or are some paths too dark to ever find the light again
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The noble cause behind this parole request? Jha needs to play matchmaker for his oldest daughte
“If you’re good enough to hit the gym at 70, why not a courtroom?”: Age of retirement of Supreme Court and High Court Judges needs to be increased in sync with increase in the longevity and advancement in medical sciences, Parliamentary Committee
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Would it really be a stagnant pond with no fresh waters flowing in, or are we just being overly cautious?
"Action speaks louder than words": Amidst rising tension in Manipur, the Supreme Court steps in, forming an all-women judicial committee to ensure justice. While incidents in other states might be overlooked, Manipur won't be left in the shadows
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Interestingly, the court decided to keep the trials in Manipur, turning down suggestions to move them to another state