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Criminal Case Against Gautam Adani And Others Was A “Name And Shame” Indictment By Biden Administration Without Realistic Prospect Of Trial: US DoJ

It has definitely now come out as an inevitable unpalatable truth that was waiting to be laid bare that none other than the United States Department of Justice (DoJ) has told a Federal Court that the criminal case that was initiated against Gautam Adani and others was a “name and shame” indic...

14 Jul 2026

India - High Court of Patna

Executive Order Cannot Circumvent Due Process for Lease Cancellation: Patna High Court

Beyond Executive Whimsy: Patna High Court Affirms Due Process in Lease CancellationsIn a significant ruling for property rights, the Patna High Court has firmly checked the power of executive authorities in matters involving the cancellation of long-standing land leases. Justice Alok Kumar Si...

15 Jul 2025

India - Latest News

DOJ Seeks Dismissal of Adani Case, Citing Jurisdictional Flaws

DOJ Seeks Dismissal of Adani Case, Citing Jurisdictional FlawsIn an extraordinary turn of events for global corporate litigation, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has formally requested the dismissal of criminal proceedings against Indian billionaire Ga...

07 Jul 2026

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When Two Adults Are In Long-Term Live-In Relationship, Law Presumes Their Physical Relationship Was Consensual: Chhattisgarh HC

There can be just no gainsaying that it is high time and lawmakers must now definitely amend the rape laws and if a woman has sex with a men without force being used then it should not be termed rape because we are now living in 21st century and not in 18th century! Why should a woman promptl...

05 Jul 2026

India - High Court of Madhya Pradesh

Ignoring Spouse's Independent Income Vitiates Sanction Under PC Act: MP High Court

More Than Just a Spouse: Court Rules Anti-Corruption Sanctions Must Acknowledge Independent Income In a significant ruling for government employees and their families, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has set aside an order granting sanction for the prosecution of an Assistant Com...

28 Jan 2026

India - High Court of Punjab and Haryana

Custodial Interrogation Essential for Cross-Border Drug Smuggling Under NDPS Act: Punjab & Haryana High Court

Punjab & Haryana High Court Denies Pre-Arrest Bail in High-Stakes Drone Smuggling Probe In a stern observation regarding the security of the nation and the health of its youth, the High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh has dismissed an anticipatory bail plea filed by R...

22 Sep 2025

India - High Court of Rajasthan

Magistrate Must Continue Oversight After Ordering Investigation Under Section 156(3) CrPC: Rajasthan HC

Beyond the Order: High Court Mandates Active Judicial Oversight in Police InvestigationsIn a significant ruling aimed at curbing the lethargy of investigative agencies, the Rajasthan High Court has clarified that a Magistrate’s duty does not conclude simply by di...

12 Jun 2026

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SC Seeks Extensive Data From Allahabad HC On Pending Criminal Cases Among Other Things

It is most heartening to note that while taking a very bold initiative, the Supreme Court in a most learned, laudable, landmark, logical and latest judgment titled Kailash Chandra Kapri vs State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors in Criminal Appeal (Arising out of Special Leave Petition (Crl.) No. 6564 o...

23 May 2026

India - Latest News

Rouse Avenue Court Grants Bail to Vadra in PMLA Case

Delhi CourtGrants Bail to Robert Vadra in Shikohpur Land Deal Money Laundering CaseADelhi courtonSaturdaygranted bail to businessman Robert Vadra in anEnforcement Directoratemoney laundering case stemming from alleged irregularities in a 2008 land transaction in Haryana’s Shikohpur village. S...

18 May 2026

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Adanis Consent to $18M SEC Penalty in Fraud Case

Adanis Consent to $18M SEC Penalty in Fraud CaseIn a significant development for transnational securities enforcement, Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani have consented to proposed final judgments imposing $18 million in civil penalties and permanent injunctions against future violations...

15 May 2026