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DNA Chain-of-Custody Failures: Supreme Court Acquits Two in 2012 Child Rape-Murder
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.

Chintan Shah
Sep 23 min read
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Absconding Alone Doesn’t Prove Guilt: Supreme Court Affirms It’s Relevant Conduct Under Section 8 of the Evidence Act
SC rules absconding isn't proof of guilt but is relevant conduct under Section 8 of the Evidence Act if unexplained.

Chintan Shah
Jun 174 min read
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Mere Proof of Robbery is Not Sufficient – Supreme Court Acquits Accused in Landmark Judgment on Criminal Identification
Mere proof of robbery is not sufficient – Supreme Court sets aside conviction, emphasizing procedural integrity in criminal trials.

Chintan Shah
Feb 54 min read
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Clean Politics is a Prerequisite for a Clean India: Supreme Court Denies Interim Bail for Election Campaigning
Supreme Court denies interim bail for election campaigning, reinforcing the need for clean politics and fair judicial scrutiny.

Chintan Shah
Jan 244 min read
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BNS and Its Impact on Conviction Appeals: Insights and JudgmentsÂ
Explore the transformative impact of BNS on conviction appeals, highlighting key sections and landmark judgments for successful advocacy.

Chintan Shah
Jan 95 min read
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What is the Process for Proclaiming and Attaching Property of an Absconding Person Under BNSS?
Explore how BNSS 2023 ensures justice by proclaiming absconders & attaching their property to uphold the rule of law.

Chintan Shah
Nov 29, 20245 min read
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Understanding Summary Trials in the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)Â
Understanding summary trials under BNSS: A faster, efficient way to resolve minor offences and ease the judicial backlog.

Chintan Shah
Nov 27, 20248 min read
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How to File for Forfeiture of Property Under BNSS 2023: A Step-by-Step GuideÂ
Learn how BNSS 2023 streamlines the forfeiture of criminally acquired property with clear legal procedures and safeguards.

Chintan Shah
Nov 21, 20246 min read
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How to secure legal aid for defendants under BNSS
BNSS 2023 ensures fair legal aid for defendants unable to afford counsel, upholding justice and equality in criminal trials.

Chintan Shah
Nov 19, 20244 min read
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No Shadow of Doubt - Supreme Court Directs CBI Probe in Mandakini Diwan Case
Supreme Court directs CBI to investigate the death of Ranjana Diwan, ensuring a fair probe free from judicial influence.

Chintan Shah
Sep 9, 20245 min read
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‘The Entire Incident Occurred in the Heat of the Moment’ – The Supreme Court's Verdict on Culpable Homicide in Familial Disputes
Supreme Court analyzes culpable homicide in a family dispute, highlighting emotional triggers and legal nuances.

Chintan Shah
Aug 19, 20244 min read
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