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Ex-ISRO Officer Denied Bail: Allegations of Sharing Sensitive Photos with Pakistan

Ex-ISRO Officer Denied Bail: Allegations of Sharing Sensitive Photos with Pakistan

In a resolute decision, the Gujarat High Court has quashed former ISRO technical officer Kalpesh Turi’s hopes for bail, citing allegations of sharing confidential information with a woman in Pakistan. The court, led by Justice MR Mengdey, stood firm in its stance, asserting that the images purportedly disseminated by Turi to the Pakistani woman were … Read more

Supreme Court Amends AOR Exam Cancellation Protocol

Supreme Court Amends AOR Exam Cancellation Protocol

In a recent turn of events, the Supreme Court has made alterations to its previous announcement dated 10-06-2024 regarding the cancellation of the Advocates-on-Record Examination. The revised notice clarifies the assessment criteria for candidates who participated via the traditional pen and paper mode for Paper-I, which covers the Practice and Procedure of the Supreme Court, … Read more

President Instates Judicial Titans: Gauhati and J&K Ladakh High Courts Fortified

President Instates Judicial Titans: Gauhati and J&K Ladakh High Courts Fortified

In a definitive stride towards bolstering the judicial corridors, the President of India exercised his constitutional authority on the 11th of June, 2024, by appointing two Permanent Judges for the Gauhati High Court and an Additional Judge for the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Embracing the legal mandate enshrined in Article 217(1) … Read more

Texmaco Rail and Engineering Ventures into Interior Domain

Texmaco Rail and Engineering Ventures into Interior Domain

In a strategic move to diversify its portfolio, Texmaco Rail and Engineering Limited recently secured a significant acquisition deal. The Kolkata-based conglomerate finalized the acquisition of 51% shares of Saira Asia Interiors Private Limited, marking a significant step towards expanding its foothold in the interior design sector. Khaitan & Co, a leading legal advisor, played … Read more

Supreme Court Secures Post-Retirement Benefits for Long-Serving Short-Term Employees

Supreme Court Secures Post-Retirement Benefits for Long-Serving Short-Term Employees

In a significant ruling dated May 7, the Supreme Court granted post-retirement benefits to Assistant Wasil Baki Navis (AWBNs), who were originally appointed in 1981 on a short-term seasonal basis in District Gorakhpur. The decision provides long-awaited relief to these employees, who have served for over three decades. The Bench, comprising Justices Vikram Nath and … Read more

 Supreme Court Scraps Online AoR Exam After Technical Fiasco; Switches to Offline Format

 Supreme Court Scraps Online AoR Exam After Technical Fiasco; Switches to Offline Format

In a dramatic turn of events, the Supreme Court of India has called off the online Advocate-on-Record (AoR) exam after the initial test on Monday was plagued by severe technical issues. Following the debacle, Chief Justice of India (CJI) decreed that all remaining AoR exam papers will be conducted in person this year, sources informed … Read more

 Delhi High Court Grants Bail to Sharjeel Imam, Criticizes Trial Court’s Decision

 Delhi High Court Grants Bail to Sharjeel Imam, Criticizes Trial Court’s Decision

The Delhi High Court has granted statutory bail to activist Sharjeel Imam in a sedition and Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) case, criticizing the trial court for being influenced by the severity of the allegations against him. A Division Bench comprising Justices Suresh Kumar Kait and Manoj Jain observed that there was no substantial evidence … Read more