Articles by Hydar Choudhury
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HC NewsExclusion or Impartiality? Calcutta High Court to Hear Plea on Vote Counting Supervisor Roles
A new petition in the Calcutta High Court challenges the decision to exclude State government employees from being appointed as vote counting supervisors. Read about the legal arguments regarding electoral impartiality and administrative rights.
SC News"Scripted Enquiry is Fatal": Supreme Court Criticizes Assam Police Over Faulty Murder Investigation
The Supreme Court has set aside the conviction of 16 persons in a 2008 murder case, criticizing the Assam Police for a faulty and "scripted" investigation. Read about the Court's observations on procedural lapses and the lethality of inept probes.
SC NewsFaith vs. Fundamental Rights: Supreme Court Discusses "True Devotion" in Sabarimala Hearing
During the Sabarimala reference hearing, Justice BV Nagarathna remarked that "true devotees" among women often observe restraint and wait until age 50 to visit the shrine. Read about the nine-judge Bench's discussion on religious freedom and tradition.
HC NewsWelfare Over Religion: Madras High Court Appoints Hindu Couple as Guardians of Muslim Child
In a significant ruling, the Madras High Court granted guardianship of a Muslim child to a Hindu couple, emphasizing that the child's welfare is the paramount consideration over religious differences. Learn about the application of the Guardians and Wards Act.
HC NewsCalcutta High Court to ECI: Use Preventive Detention Only as Last Resort
The Calcutta High Court has directed the Election Commission to act without bias and ensure preventive detentions are only used when absolutely necessary during West Bengal elections. Read about the ruling on Article 21 and voter freedom
SC NewsArticle 25(2)(b) and the Caste System: Justice Nagarathna on Why Only Hindu Temples are Mentioned
Justice BV Nagarathna observes that Article 25(2)(b) specifically targets Hindu temples due to historical caste-based exclusion. Read about the Supreme Court’s discussion on religious exclusion and constitutional intent.
SC NewsLegislative Vacuum or Enforcement Failure? Supreme Court Closes Hate Speech Petitions
The Supreme Court has dismissed petitions seeking additional directions to curb hate speech, ruling that there is no legislative vacuum and existing laws are adequate. Read about the Bench’s stance on enforcement vs. new legislation
SC NewsThe Battle Over Two-Wheels: Karnataka Takes Bike Taxi Dispute to the Supreme Court
The Karnataka government has moved the Supreme Court against the High Court's ruling that lifted the ban on bike taxis. Read about the legal battle between the State and aggregators like Rapido, Ola, and Uber.
HC NewsFrom Prisoner to Practitioner: AG Perarivalan’s New Chapter at the Madras High Court
Former Rajiv Gandhi assassination convict AG Perarivalan has officially enrolled as a lawyer with the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu. Discover his journey from a 31-year imprisonment to practicing law at the Madras High Court.
HC NewsDelhi Court Sentences 2 CBI Officers to Jail for 2000 Illegal Raid on IRS Officer
A Delhi court has sentenced two CBI officers, including a sitting Joint Director, to three months in jail for an illegal raid on IRS officer Ashok Kumar Aggarwal in 2000. Read about the 26-year legal battle and the court’s ruling on the abuse of power.
NewsSC Slams Lawyers for "Obnoxious" Social Media Campaign Against Judge
The Supreme Court criticized lawyers for misusing their professional status to launch social media attacks on judges, calling it an attempt to intimidate the judiciary
NewsFIR Against 5 ILS Law College Students in Pune Ragging Case
Five senior students of ILS Law College, Pune, have been booked following an FIR for allegedly ragging a junior student on campus.