Reforming Bail Provisions: Addressing the Flaws in Section 479 of the Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
In the landmark case of Satender Kumar Antil v. CBI, the Supreme Court of India expressed concern over the increasing…
Balancing Financial Independence and Support: Madhya Pradesh High Court’s Ruling on Maintenance under Section 125 CrPC
Madhya Pradesh High Court: In Criminal Revisions filed by both husband and wife regarding reduction of the maintenance amount and…
Criminalization of Child Exploitation in Criminal Activities: A Critical Analysis of Section 95 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
I. Introduction The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (hereinafter "BNS"), poised to supersede the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (hereinafter "IPC"), introduces…
Combating Organized Crime in India: A Comprehensive Analysis of Recent Legislative Reforms
Introduction As criminal organizations in India evolve in sophistication, the country has responded by enhancing its legal framework to combat…
Investigative Powers Explored: Comparing Section 41A and Section 160 CrPC
When a crime is reported and a First Information Report (FIR) is lodged, the first step for an Investigating Officer…
Divorce by Mutual Consent in India
Introduction Divorce by mutual consent is a relatively amicable way to end a marriage, allowing both parties to agree on…
Shafin Jahan v. Asokan K.M. (2018): A Landmark Case Upholding Individual Freedom in Marital Choice
The Supreme Court of India's ruling in Shafin Jahan v. Asokan K.M. (2018), commonly known as the Hadiya case, stands…
Forensic Evidence and Its Impact on the Conviction of Heinous Crimes: Case Studies and Trends
Forensic evidence has become a fundamental component in the criminal justice system, particularly in the prosecution of heinous crimes such…
Groundbreaking Judgement: Supreme Court of India Affirms Constitutional Right to Protection from Climate Change
M.K. Ranjitsinh & Ors. v. Union of India & Ors. INTRODUCTION Barack Obama's statement, "We are the first generation to feel the effect…