In a significant judgment strengthening the investigative powers of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), the Kerala High Court has held that the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) for a scheduled offence is not a prerequisite for the ED to initiate an inquiry, issue summons under Section 50 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act,
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Assam Judicial Services Exam Mains 2020 Previous Year Paper (Law Paper-II) | IPC, CrPC, IEA & Law of Torts
Candidates appearing for the Assam Judicial Services Examination should practise the Assam Judicial Services Mains 2020 Previous Year Paper (Law Paper-II), which covers important subjects such as IPC, CrPC, Indian Evidence Act, and Law of Torts, along with other previous year papers as part of their preparation. Solving these papers helps aspirants gain a better
... Continue Reading.Call for Papers: First International Conference on Public Policy and Public Law by DBRANLU & Georgia State University [Hybrid; July 15–16]: Submit by June 30
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Law University (DBRANLU), Sonipat, jointly with the Public Finance Research Cluster (PFRC), Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, Georgia State University, USA, is inviting submissions for the First International Conference on Public Policy and Public Law to be held on July 15–16, 2026. The conference will be conducted in hybrid
... Continue Reading.Justice Is Not a Cloistered Virtue, Judges Need Not Be Treated as Holy Cows: Madras High Court
In a significant judgment reaffirming the principles of free speech, artistic freedom, and judicial accountability, the Madras High Court refused to entertain a plea seeking a ban on the Tamil film Karuppu. The Court emphatically held that judges are not beyond criticism and that the judiciary cannot demand immunity from public scrutiny merely because a
... Continue Reading.OPSC Extends Civil Judge Recruitment Process, Postpones July 5 Preliminary Exam
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has issued the first corrigendum to Advertisement No. 02 of 2026-27 regarding the recruitment of Civil Judges (Junior Division) in the Odisha Judicial Service for the year 2025. As per the notice dated 30 May 2026, the application process has been extended until further instructions, and the Preliminary Examination
... Continue Reading.Are Smartphones Becoming Virtual Gambling Houses? Supreme Court Raises Alarm Over Online Gaming Addiction
The rapid expansion of digital technology has transformed smartphones into indispensable tools for communication, education, entertainment, and commerce. However, this technological revolution has also created new challenges. One of the most pressing concerns is the proliferation of online gaming and betting applications that allow users to gamble from virtually anywhere. Recognising the growing social consequences
... Continue Reading.TWISHA SHARMA CASE: WHY THE MADHYA PRADESH HIGH COURT CANCELLED THE MOTHER-IN-LAW’S ANTICIPATORY BAIL
INTRODUCTION The recent Judgment of the Madhya Pradesh High Court in the Twisha Sharma case has attracted significant public attention. The case relates to the death of a 33-year-old woman within a few months of her marriage and allegations of dowry harassment, forced abortion and cruelty by her husband and in-laws. While the merits of
... Continue Reading.CLAT PG Mock Legal Practice Questions April 2026
Legal Bites presents the CLAT PG Mock Legal Practice Questions – April 2026, carefully designed to sharpen your preparation strategy and elevate your legal aptitude for the upcoming examination. In today’s highly competitive landscape, where question patterns are becoming increasingly dynamic and judgment-centric, consistent practice with well-curated, concept-driven questions is indispensable. While preparing this mock
... Continue Reading.SUPREME COURT URGES TO BRING ‘ROMEO-JULIET’ CLAUSE IN POCSO ACT TO SHIELD CONSENSUAL ADOLESCENT RELATIONSHIPS FROM PROSECUTION
INTRODUCTION Adolescence is a budding period in the life of a human being, marked by profound physical, emotional and psychological developments that are crucial for growth and education, ultimately shaping a well-rounded individual. This formative stage also encompasses experiences such as young love and early sexual awareness, which are natural aspects of adolescent development. In
... Continue Reading.Compassionate Appointment Cannot Be Denied Solely Because a Daughter Is Married: Supreme Court
In a landmark judgment reinforcing gender equality and constitutional morality, the Supreme Court of India in Kulsum Nisha v. State of U.P. & Ors. (2026 INSC 617) held that a married daughter cannot be denied compassionate appointment merely on the ground of her marital status. The Court declared that dependency and financial need, not marriage,
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