Articles by Tanzeel Sarwar
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NewsWest Bengal VC Appointments: Supreme Court Clears 8 Names
The Supreme Court has facilitated a consensus between the Mamata Banerjee government and Governor C.V. Ananda Bose, clearing the path for Vice-Chancellor appointments in 8 key universities.
News"Lapses Led to Death": NGT Steps In After Techie Drowns in Noida Ditch
The Green Tribunal has taken suo motu cognizance of the tragic drowning of a software engineer, slamming the Noida Authority for environmental negligence that turned a construction site into a death trap.
NewsDignified Death or 'Cruel' Noose? SC Reserves Verdict on Abolishing Death by Hanging
The Supreme Court ponders whether the colonial method of "hanging by the neck" should be replaced by more humane alternatives like lethal injection, citing the psychological trauma on hangmen.
NewsSupreme Court to States: End 'Trial by Media', Adopt New Police Briefing Manual in 3 Months
The Apex Court has directed all States to formulate a comprehensive policy for police media briefings, emphasizing the protection of the accused's rights and the prevention of media trials.
Supreme Court JudgementProbation is No Clean Chit: SC Rules Release on Probation Doesn't Save Government Job
The Supreme Court sets aside a High Court order, reaffirming that the stigma of criminal conviction persists even if an employee is released under the Probation of Offenders Act.
NewsECI to SC: Citizenship Check for Voter Rolls is a 'Soft Touch' Exercise, Not a Deportation Drive
The Election Commission defends the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls, assuring the Supreme Court that the process is "liberal" and distinct from strict citizenship tribunals.
NewsSC Flags 'Rampant' Use of AI to Fabricate Evidence in Matrimonial Cases
The Supreme Court warns that warring couples are increasingly using Artificial Intelligence to "teach lessons" to each other, creating a minefield of false allegations.
Supreme Court JudgementSC Stands Firm on Gender Parity: Rejects Centre’s Plea to Dilute 50% Women Quota in Army JAG Branch
The Supreme Court has dismissed the Union Government's application to modify the "at least 50%" recruitment mandate for women in the Judge Advocate General (JAG) branch, terming the plea an attempt to reopen a settled judgment.
NewsMadras HC Quashes FIR Against Amit Malviya in 'Sanatana Dharma' Row, Slams Selective Prosecution
Justice S. Srimathy rules that prosecuting a person for reacting to hate speech while the initiator goes "scot-free" is a gross abuse of the process of law.
NewsCAT Quashes Charges Against Sameer Wankhede, Slams CBIC for 'Malice' and 'Vendetta'
The Tribunal ruled that the disciplinary proceedings against the IRS officer were a "farcical show" intended to stall his promotion and harass him.
High Court JudgementsAlphabets Can't Be Trademarked: Delhi HC Rules in Alkem 'A to Z' Case
The Delhi High Court has vacated an injunction against a rival firm, ruling that the phrase "A to Z" is descriptive and no single entity can claim exclusive rights over English letters.
High Court JudgementsDelhi HC: Child's Sense of Security Paramount; Visitation Can Be Curtailed Even on Unproven Allegations
The Delhi High Court rules that interim visitation rights can be restricted if the child's emotional stability is at risk, prioritizing welfare over parental rights even before disputed facts are fully adjudicated.