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Myanmar’s humanitarian crisis deepens as foreign aid declines, UN report finds

Myanmar’s humanitarian crisis is deepening as international assistance declines, five years into a conflict marked by serious human rights violations, the UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) said in a report published Monday. The report found that reductions and suspensions in foreign funding are threatening the locally driven protection efforts that civil society organizations and local […] The post Myanmar’s humanitarian...

Court declines to hear several noteworthy cases, including on voting rights and the environment

Rights groups demand release of Burkina Faso journalist held in secret detention

Burkina Faso’s authorities have failed to account for the whereabouts of journalist Atiana Serge Oulon two years after state security forces forcibly disappeared him, a coalition of rights groups said Monday, renewing demands for his immediate release. Oulon, who is the director of the newspaper L’Événement (The Event), known for his investigative reporting on governance […] The post Rights groups...

Zimbabwe’s lower house passes bill to extend presidential term, end direct elections

Members of the Zimbabwean Parliament (MPs) have passed a bill that would extend the presidential term from five to seven years, delaying the country’s 2028 election and allowing sitting President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030. Text of the bill also shifts the power to elect a president from a direct popular vote […] The post Zimbabwe’s lower...

Justices issue orders on murder-for-hire case involving social media influencer, the role of race in seizing persons, and the execution of a Texas man claiming to be intellectually disabled

Court reimposes conviction of man found to have killed Etan Patz

Supreme Court agrees to hear case on the ability to sue federal officials

Court determines federal defendants’ appellate waivers unenforceable if a miscarriage of justice would result

A victory for the defendant in United States v. Hemani, but little guidance for the lower courts

Hemani: proving the reason, not just naming it

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas is advising NSE on its proposed IPO

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas is advising the National Stock Exchange of India Limited on its proposed IPO, involving an offer for sale by certain existing shareholders and one of India’s most significant capital markets transactions. The post Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas is advising NSE on its proposed IPO appeared first on SCC Times.

A new wave of election cases

Plus, we’re expecting an order list this morning and opinion announcements tomorrow and Thursday.

The Innovator’s Dilemma comes for law firms: Nikki Shaver on five signals that the legal industry is at an inflection point at LegalTechTalk 2026

From 400 to 1,000 generative AI products in twelve months, USD 4.28 billion in legal tech investment in 2025, and corporate legal AI adoption doubling from 24% to 52%, LegalTechnologyHub’s CEO argues that while law firms continue to report strong revenues, the structural forces reshaping the market are already in motion. The post The Innovator’s Dilemma comes for law firms...

Article 329(b) Bars Writ Challenge to Rejection of Nomination Papers During the Pendency of Elections; No Exception for Glaring Illegality: Supreme Court

INC candidate Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination from Madhya Pradesh was rejected for non-disclosure of a pending criminal case in her Form 26 affidavit. The Supreme Court declined to examine the merits, holding that the constitutional bar under Article 329(b) admits no exception for cases involving manifest illegality. The post Article 329(b) Bars Writ Challenge to Rejection of Nomination Papers...

Top Legal Developments [15 – 21 June 2026] | Right to Walk Declared a Fundamental Right; Telegram Ban Upheld; Advocates’ Health Insurance; and More

A quick roundup to cover all the important legal developments and cases this week. The post Top Legal Developments [15 – 21 June 2026] | Right to Walk Declared a Fundamental Right; Telegram Ban Upheld; Advocates’ Health Insurance; and More appeared first on SCC Times.

President Appoints Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty as Acting Chief Justice of Calcutta High Court

The President of India has appointed Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty, Judge of the Calcutta High Court, to perform the duties of the office of the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court under Article 223 of the Constitution, consequent upon the retirement of Chief Justice Sujoy Paul on 20 June 2026. The post President Appoints Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty as Acting Chief...

Electro-Homeopathy Regulated Under Medical Practitioners’ Statutes; Registration Mandatory: Kerala HC

The Court observed that a citizen cannot claim an unrestricted right to engage in any activity merely because it is not expressly prohibited by law; Constitutional freedoms must be balanced against societal interests and corresponding civic obligations. The post Electro-Homeopathy Regulated Under Medical Practitioners’ Statutes; Registration Mandatory: Kerala HC appeared first on SCC Times.

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises Jio Platforms Ltd. on its proposed IPO

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas is advising Jio Platforms Ltd. on its proposed initial public offering, acting as legal counsel on one of India’s significant anticipated capital markets transactions. The post Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises Jio Platforms Ltd. on its proposed IPO appeared first on SCC Times.

Delhi High Court: Acceptance of Pagri Does Not Render Tenancy Perpetual or Confer Ownership Rights on Tenant

Delhi High Court held that acceptance of pagri does not make a tenancy perpetual or confer ownership rights on a tenant. Upholding an eviction decree, the Court held that filing of the suit itself amounted to notice of termination and found the Delhi Rent Control Act inapplicable to the premises. The post Delhi High Court: Acceptance of Pagri Does Not...

Reinforcing Separate Legal Personality of AN LLP — Avoiding Claims by Partners Over Assets of the LLP

by Kunal Mimani* and Shubhang Tandon** The post Reinforcing Separate Legal Personality of AN LLP — Avoiding Claims by Partners Over Assets of the LLP appeared first on SCC Times.

MCA Holds No Trade Mark Needed to Seek Company Name Rectification under Section 16(1)(a) of Companies Act

The Regional Director, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, held that the absence of a registered trade mark does not bar an existing company from seeking rectification of a later company's identical or deceptively similar name under Section 16(1)(a), Companies Act, 2013, and directed the respondent company to change its name within 3 months. The post MCA Holds No Trade Mark Needed...

CAM welcomes Ankita Kumar as Partner in its Corporate Practice focusing on Aviation, Aerospace and Defence sectors

Ankita graduated from NALSAR, Hyderabad in 2008. She has been named as a ‘Notable Practitioner’ for Aviation in AsiaLaw 2025 rankings. The post CAM welcomes Ankita Kumar as Partner in its Corporate Practice focusing on Aviation, Aerospace and Defence sectors appeared first on SCC Times.

Immigration Uncertainty During H-1B Visa Transition a Genuine Child Welfare Concern; Delhi HC Allows Father to Exercise Vacation Custody in USA Without Bringing Child to India

The Court asserted that since the respondent-father had already travelled to USA, he could spend time with the child there and to give priority to the minor child, he could extend his stay in USA by working remotely from there. The post Immigration Uncertainty During H-1B Visa Transition a Genuine Child Welfare Concern; Delhi HC Allows Father to Exercise Vacation...

AI in the Courtroom: Answering why human judgment remains the cornerstone of legal innovation at LegalTechTalk 2026

In the session titled “AI in Courtroom”, Ms. Mona Datt and Ms. Caoimhe Powell discussed the journey of AI in Law from skepticism to curiosity, keeping humans in the loop, transparency and disclosures, analyzing risk levels, and much more. The panel underscored that AI can accelerate legal work, but justice itself continues to depend upon human responsibility, critical reasoning, and...

Real learning begins when you step into practice: In Conversation with Mr. Himanshu Goswami

Interviewee: Himanshu Goswami1Interviewed by Neha2 The post Real learning begins when you step into practice: In Conversation with Mr. Himanshu Goswami appeared first on SCC Times.

Electricity company cannot shift blame to deceased victim; absolute liability for electrocution is non-delegable: Gujarat HC upholds ₹9.4 lakh compensation

Disclaimer: This has been reported after the availability of the order of the Court and not on media reports so as to The post Electricity company cannot shift blame to deceased victim; absolute liability for electrocution is non-delegable: Gujarat HC upholds ₹9.4 lakh compensation appeared first on SCC Times.

From Beirut to the Global Arbitration Stage | The Zeina Obeid Story

Zeina Obeid shares her insights on international arbitration, legal leadership, emerging trends, and the future of cross-border dispute resolution in an exclusive conversation with SCC Times. The post From Beirut to the Global Arbitration Stage | The Zeina Obeid Story appeared first on SCC Times.

Expanding the Door, Narrowing the Gate: Fast-Track Mergers and the Tax Attribute Problem

by Tanmay Satvik* The post Expanding the Door, Narrowing the Gate: Fast-Track Mergers and the Tax Attribute Problem appeared first on SCC Times.

Kirkland, Gibson Dunn, Baker Botts guide building materials giant CRH’s $8.5bn Arcosa buy

Kirkland counsels Ireland’s CRH with Gibson Dunn and Baker Botts across the table in deal that will expand its exposure to US infrastructure ​demand

Latham continues London tech transactions push with Travers partner hire

Hire of Richard Offord follows trio of tech-focused M&A partners joining from Morrison Foerster in May

From Bonus Committees to Black Box Pay, How Law Firms Are Easing Comp Concerns

Law firms are evaluating changes that could alleviate concerns from pay cuts, including reduced pay-system transparency and separate “bonus committees” to further distinguish base wages and those tied to annual performance.

Kannon Shanmugam Talks Davis Polk Move, the Supreme Court’s Shrinking Docket and Appellate Strategy

Lackluster AI Performance Tests Talent Retention, Client Satisfaction

Law Firms Are a Sure Bet, Until They Aren't

Supreme Court Wants Trump Administration's View on New Jersey State Bar Association's DEI Program

Atlanta-Founded Defense Firm Hall Booth Smith Opens Philadelphia Office

Chinese Firms Enter New Expansion Cycle Driven by Industrial Shifts and Global Compliance Demand

How I Made Partner: 'Figure Out What Your Strengths Are and Capitalize on Them,' Says Wendy LaManque of Pryor Cashman

Spotlight: Delhi High Court Justice Tejas Karia

Govt Doctors Engaging In Private Practice Serious Issue : Supreme Court Refuses To Interfere With Probe

Govt Doctors Engaging In Private Practice Serious Issue : Supreme Court Refuses To Interfere With Probe

"Why Are You Opposing Adoption By Family Members?" Supreme Court Questions CARA Over Objection To US-Based Aunt Adopting Child

"Why Are You Opposing Adoption By Family Members?" Supreme Court Questions CARA Over Objection To US-Based Aunt Adopting Child

'Street Vendors May Lose Sole Means Of Livelihood': PIL In Calcutta High Court Seeks Action Against Alleged Illegal Evictions

The hallucination epidemic: why AI risk and reputation now arrive together for law firms

Senior lawyers must take responsibility for AI verification to reduce regulatory risk, write Byfield co-managing director Michael Evans and Kingsley Napley partner Julie Norris

IBA, CCBE, Law Society repeat calls for states to stand up for the rule of law and justice

European Young Bar Association conference in Turin hears IBA and CCBE presidents urging greater protections for lawyers

Law Over Borders Comparative Guides

Law Over Borders offers global legal insights in a digital format.

Delhi High Court restrains Sanjay Dutt-backed company from using 'Godfather' mark to sell whisky

National Law School of India Review institutes Chief Justice ES Venkataramiah Memorial Best Essay Prize

GLC Kozhikode gets provisional BCI affiliation; Kerala HC closes case filed over affiliation lapse

Trinamool Congress moves Calcutta High Court against debit freeze on 3 bank accounts

Karnataka High Court refuses to cancel bail of five accused in Renukaswamy murder case

Instagram not meant to create panic: Karnataka HC refuses relief to doctor who claimed Nandini products were toxic

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, JSA, Hogan Lovells act on Craftsman Automation ₹2,000 crore QIP

Supreme Court stays order awarding ₹10 lakh compensation to man held in illegal custody by UP Police

Khaitan & Co advises on Vedanta demerger into 4 entities

ELP acts on Polycab’s investment in Continuum Green Energy for captive consumption

Rajani Associates assists Associated Power Structures on securing ₹1,225 crore from Waaree Renewable Tech

Strengthening Negotiable Instruments: SC holds rebuttal of Section 139 must await trial

Rewriting the rules of distress: Part II

Trilegal, Khaitan & Co act on JBM Ecolife Mobility securing ₹750 crore from Motilal Oswal

Aritra Partners, JSA act on Ethereal Machines $28.5 million Series B fundraise

Anagram Partners, TLH Advocates advise CtrlS on CAD$1 billion partnership with CPP Investments for datacenter business

Supreme Court Stays Order Granting Rs. 10 Lakh Compensation To Man Illegally Arrested By UP Police

Supreme Court Stays Order Granting Rs. 10 Lakh Compensation To Man Illegally Arrested By UP Police

Courts Cannot Compel Plaintiff To Accept Compensation In Lieu Of Injunction When No Such Prayer Made : Supreme Court

Courts Cannot Compel Plaintiff To Accept Compensation In Lieu Of Injunction When No Such Prayer Made : Supreme Court

Trinamool Congress Moves Calcutta High Court Over Recent Attacks, Egg-Pelting Incidents Against MLAs, MPs

Trinamool Congress Moves Calcutta High Court Over Recent Attacks, Egg-Pelting Incidents Against MLAs, MPs

CBSE Class XII Boards : Supreme Court Disposes Plea As CBSE Brings Formula To Assess Private Students From Gulf

CBSE Class XII Boards : Supreme Court Disposes Plea As CBSE Brings Formula To Assess Private Students From Gulf

Madras High Court Directs Tamil Nadu, Puducherry Govts To Report Steps Taken To Remove Stray Dogs From Public Places

Transfer To Accommodate Another Employee Doesn't Establish Malafide; Employee Can Be Transferred While On Study Leave: MP High Court

'Can't Direct HC Collegium' : Supreme Court Refuses To Entertain Judicial Officer's Plea Seeking Consideration For Elevation

'Can't Direct HC Collegium' : Supreme Court Refuses To Entertain Judicial Officer's Plea Seeking Consideration For Elevation

Employee Who Didn't Inform Employer Of Address Change Can't Raise Plea Of Non-Receipt Of Show-Cause Notice : Supreme Court

Employee Who Didn't Inform Employer Of Address Change Can't Raise Plea Of Non-Receipt Of Show-Cause Notice : Supreme Court

Delhi High Court Weekly Round-Up: June 15 To June 21, 2026

AP High Court Upholds Registered Will As Last Testament, Rejects Rival Unregistered Will Citing Suspicious Circumstances

SAM's Ankita Kumar joins Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas as Partner focusing on Aviation, Aerospace and Defence sectors

Won't open Pandora's Box: Supreme Court on HP judge's challenge to Collegium recommendations

Kerala High Court dismisses PIL against free KSRTC bus travel for women, transgender persons

Hyderabad court grants Union minister’s son interim bail in POCSO case

Consumer court orders Amazon, seller to pay customer ₹4.68 lakh for...

Registration a must for electro-homoeopathy practitioners: Kerala High Court