The Supreme Court has quashed the FIR filed under the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act against the Vice Chancellor of SHUATS. The Court observed that mere allegations of religious conversion without supporting evidence cannot justify prosecution under the anti-conversion law, emphasizing the need for concrete proof and procedural fairness.

On 26 August 2025, the SC acquitted two men convicted for the 2012 rape-murder of a 12-year-old, citing inadequate DNA and forensic evidence. The Court overturned Putai’s death sentence and Dileep’s life term, underscoring the need for reliable scientific evidence in criminal trials. This precedent strengthens the defence’s ability to challenge weak forensic links in sexual offence prosecutions.

SC overturns bail for Olympian in Chhatrasal case, stressing liberty can't outweigh justice in grave offences.

There is clear distinction in law between setting aside of the bail by a higher Court and cancellation of the bail. While cancellation of bail is due to some supervening circumstances like breach of bail condition, setting aside of the bail is concerned not with the breach of condition but with the justifiability and soundness of the order granting bail.” (Neeru Yadav v. State of U.P.)

The Supreme Court of India has stayed the Bombay High Court's acquittal of all 12 accused in the 7/11 Mumbai train blasts case, a significant move in Indian criminal law. While the acquitted remain free, the SC explicitly stated the High Court's judgment "shall not be treated as a precedent." This intervention, rooted in the doctrine of stare decisis, aims to prevent detrimental precedent and uphold judicial discipline.

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of India declared that corporate entities can be considered "victims" under criminal law, expanding their rights in criminal proceedings. This decision, stemming from an Asian Paints Ltd. appeal, broadens the definition of "victim" in Section 2(wa) of the CrPC to include juristic entities suffering loss or injury (financial or reputational) from criminal acts.

The Supreme Court of India, in State of Maharashtra v. Arjun Sharma, has established a stringent 'twin-test' for the admissibility of AI-generated evidence in criminal trials. The ruling addresses a legal vacuum for technologies like generative AI, which are not covered by Section 65B of the Evidence Act. The test mandates proof of both Authenticity (process integrity) and Reliability (algorithmic soundness), requiring prosecutors to open the AI's "black box" for judicial scr

Kerala HC: Contractor not liable under Sec 304A IPC for accidental death of sub-contractor’s worker due to unforeseeable harm.

SC warns against misuse of UP Gangsters Act; says personal liberty can't be compromised without fair legal basis.

Detailed analysis of Section 498A IPC, its misuse, procedural safeguards, and key Supreme Court rulings shaping its interpretation.

SC rules absconding isn't proof of guilt but is relevant conduct under Section 8 of the Evidence Act if unexplained.

Introduction On 16 June 2025 , the Supreme Court of India declined to grant anticipatory bail  to an accused implicated in a “dunki”...

SC: High Court can't enhance sentence suo motu in convict’s appeal; only State or victim can seek harsher punishment.

Courts in India interpret NDPS bail strictly, but key rulings offer relief when procedural lapses or delays exist.

Introduction Case Analysis: Amlesh Kumar v. State of Bihar , Criminal Appeal No. __ of 2025 (Arising out of SLP (Crl.) No. 5392 of 2024)...

SC calls preventive detention a “draconian measure” and quashes Kerala order for lack of public order threat.

President amends J&K Reservation Act to enable 85% quota in Ladakh, excluding 10% EWS reservation.

SC acquits student in 302 IPC case, holding circumstantial evidence and bullet trajectory failed to prove guilt beyond doubt.

SC quashes 498A case, cautions against vague allegations on in-laws and distant relatives in matrimonial disputes.

An in-depth analysis of mens rea in Indian criminal law with key case laws and statutory interpretations for legal professionals.