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Legal News and Updates
SC Tightens NDPS Bail: Trial Delay Can't Override Mandatory Section 37 Twin Tests
The Supreme Court ruled that trial delays are not enough to grant NDPS bail, and the mandatory "twin conditions" of Section 37 must be met. The Court prioritized the statute's strict embargo over general personal liberty arguments.
Chintan Shah
Nov 18, 20255 min read
Bail in NDPS Cases in India: Key Rulings
Courts in India interpret NDPS bail strictly, but key rulings offer relief when procedural lapses or delays exist.
Chintan Shah
Jun 12, 20256 min read
Supreme Court holds NDPS Act applies to all scheduled substances, rejects plea to limit it to Rule-based list
Supreme Court rules NDPS Act applies to all scheduled substances, clarifies scope beyond Rule-based list.
Chintan Shah
Apr 18, 20254 min read
Law Must Be Applied in Context, Not in a Vacuum – Supreme Court Clarifies Interim Custody of Seized Vehicles Under NDPS Act
Supreme Court clarifies interim custody of seized vehicles under NDPS Act, balancing evidence preservation and property rights.
Chintan Shah
Jan 8, 20254 min read
Negation of Bail is the Rule, Grant is the Exception– Key Takeaways from the Supreme Court’s Ruling in NCB vs. Kashif
SC reaffirms mandatory bail provisions under NDPS Act, emphasizing compliance with Section 37 and Section 52A.
Chintan Shah
Dec 25, 20243 min read
Expansive Interpretation of NIA's Powers: The NIA Can Investigate Any Offence Connected with a Scheduled Offence
Exploring the NIA's power to investigate connected offences under Section 8, empowering a broader approach in national security cases.
Chintan Shah
Dec 17, 20244 min read
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