A consensual relationship arising out of a genuine love affair does not amount to rape merely because the marriage ultimately does not take place.
Madhya Pradesh High Court · 18 Jul 2026
The judgment clearly distinguishes the respective scopes of Sections 407 and 408 CrPC, preventing unnecessary duplication of transfer proceedings.
Allahabad High Court · 18 Jul 2026
Section 97 of the Railways Act governs consignments booked at the Owner's Risk Rate and overrides the general liability under Section 93.
Supreme Court of India · 18 Jul 2026
Corpus delicti refers to proof that the offence has occurred and does not require production of the victim's body.
Supreme Court of India · 18 Jul 2026
A writ of Habeas Corpus is ordinarily not maintainable in child custody disputes requiring a detailed inquiry into the welfare of the child.
Andhra Pradesh High Court · 18 Jul 2026
Interference under Certiorari is permissible only in cases involving jurisdictional error, error of law, or patent illegality.
Supreme Court of India · 18 Jul 2026
Mere procedural irregularities in service of summons are insufficient to set aside an ex parte decree when the defendant had notice and opportunity to contest.
Calcutta High Court · 18 Jul 2026
The judgment reinforces the settled principle that every link in a case based solely on Circumstantial Evidence must be proved beyond reasonable doubt.
Rajasthan High Court · 17 Jul 2026
The right to marry forms an integral part of Article 21 of the Constitution.
Rajasthan High Court · 17 Jul 2026
Allegations of dowry demand in a love marriage may become difficult to believe, particularly at the stage of deciding a bail application.
Karnataka High Court · 17 Jul 2026
A conviction can be based upon the sole testimony of an injured witness, if found reliable.
Allahabad High Court · 17 Jul 2026
The mandatory 120-day limit under the Commercial Courts Act applies equally to a plaintiff's written statement filed in response to a defendant's counterclaim.
Supreme Court of India · 16 Jul 2026
Failure of the wife to produce bills or receipts does not by itself disprove the existence or entrustment of Stridhan articles.
Chhattisgarh High Court · 16 Jul 2026
The judgment reinforces the beneficial and welfare-oriented nature of the RPWD Act by adopting a purposive interpretation.
High Court of Delhi · 15 Jul 2026
