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An immigration law error in the court’s asylum decision threatens immigration courts

US Supreme Court agrees to hear challenges to assault weapons bans

The US Supreme Court on Tuesday granted certiorari to two consolidated cases challenging “assault weapon” bans, setting the stage to potentially reshape firearm regulations across the country. The court agreed to hear Viramontes v. Cook County out of the Seventh Circuit and Grant v. Higgins out of the Second Circuit, consolidating the cases for a […] The post US Supreme...

Belarus cultural rights eroding despite mass release of political prisoners, UN expert says

Cultural rights in Belarus are still being eroded despite recent release of political prisoners, Special Rapporteur Nils Muižnieks said on Monday. Muižnieks welcomed the release of over 400 individuals, but said that the human rights situation has not improved, stating that “sustainable progress requires an end to politically motivated repression and accountability for past violations”. […] The post Belarus cultural...

After Slaughter and Cook: future Fed fights, and maybe some midnight firings

What we learned about the court this term: an animated explainer

This animated explainer, the third in a series of animated videos done in partnership with Briefly, guides you through which justices dominated this term, which judicial alliances mattered most, and whether the court's so-called ideological divide is more hype than reality.

The Stat Pack is back

Jake S. Truscott and Adam Feldman crunched the numbers from the 2025-26 term and pulled together key takeaways.

No absolute bar on organ donation by minors: Delhi HC permits 17-year-old to donate part of liver to father on exceptional medical grounds

This Court viewed that the balance of convenience and equities, in the present case, overwhelmingly lie in favour of permitting the proposed liver donation and transplantation. In case such permission is denied, it may lead to loss of life of the petitioner’s father. The post No absolute bar on organ donation by minors: Delhi HC permits 17-year-old to donate part...

“AIFC Court and IAC is our shortcut to the rule of law”: Panel on arbitration, legal traditions and institutional development at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026

At the International Arbitration Centre Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026 in Astana, Kazakhstan, speakers examined the role of courts and arbitral institutions, the interaction between different legal traditions, settlement and mediation in arbitration, and the future development of arbitration in Eurasia. The post “AIFC Court and IAC is our shortcut to the rule of law”: Panel on arbitration, legal traditions and...

Counsel cannot enter into compromise affecting property rights without express authority; Limitation cannot validate illegal compromise decree: Supreme Court

Supreme Court has held that a compromise under Order 23 Rule 3 CPC must be signed by the parties or a duly authorised representative, and that an advocate cannot bind a client to a compromise affecting valuable property rights solely on implied authority The post Counsel cannot enter into compromise affecting property rights without express authority; Limitation cannot validate illegal...

Welkin Foods case: Supreme Court Resets India’s Commodity Classification for Taxation Laws

by Tarun Jain* The post Welkin Foods case: Supreme Court Resets India’s Commodity Classification for Taxation Laws appeared first on SCC Times.

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas acts as legal counsel to GREW Energy Private Limited

The judgment reinforces that Government procurers must adhere strictly to prescribed contractual remedies and procedural safeguards before imposing commercially significant consequences such as debarment or risk-purchase liability on suppliers. The post Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas acts as legal counsel to GREW Energy Private Limited appeared first on SCC Times.

Failure to Obtain RBI Approval No Defence to Liability: United Kingdom High Court Enforces Nirav Modi’s Personal Guarantee

The present case arose out of a cross-border lending transaction involving Bank of India, Firestar Diamond FZE and Nirav Modi. United Kingdom High Court examined whether alleged non-compliance with India's foreign exchange regulatory framework could defeat enforcement of a personal guarantee governed by Indian law. The post Failure to Obtain RBI Approval No Defence to Liability: United Kingdom High Court...

NLU Jodhpur and USIEF to Host International Symposium on Comparative Legislative Governance

National Law University Jodhpur and the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) announce an International Symposium on comparative legislative governance, inviting research synopses on the legislative processes of the United States Congress and the Indian Parliament. The post NLU Jodhpur and USIEF to Host International Symposium on Comparative Legislative Governance appeared first on SCC Times.

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advised on the initial public offering of equity shares of Turtlemint Fintech Solutions Ltd.

Turtlemint is a tech-enabled insurance distribution platform that connects customers, insurance advisors and insurers, offering retail insurance products and other financial products on its platform. The post Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advised on the initial public offering of equity shares of Turtlemint Fintech Solutions Ltd. appeared first on SCC Times.

Onerous conditions detrimental to child’s welfare: Kerala HC sets aside ₹75 lakh security condition on mother for taking minor abroad

Kerala High Court emphasised that the welfare of the child is paramount consideration. While courts may impose safeguards when permitting a child to be taken abroad, such conditions must be reasonable and capable of compliance. Onerous financial conditions that effectively deny the child better care and educational opportunities cannot be sustained. The post Onerous conditions detrimental to child’s welfare: Kerala...

Gary Born on the past, present and future of International Arbitration at Eurasian Arbitration Week 2026

Delivering the keynote address at Eurasian Arbitration Week 2026, Gary Born examined the evolution of international arbitration from ancient civilisations to the modern legal order, arguing that arbitration has always been rooted in party autonomy, contractual freedom and the pursuit of peaceful dispute resolution. The post Gary Born on the past, present and future of International Arbitration at Eurasian Arbitration...

CCI approves 100% acquisition of Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s parent company

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the acquisition of 100% shareholding of Royal Challengers Sports Private Limited, the parent company of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, by a consortium comprising entities of the Aditya Birla Group, Times Group, ICONIQ Group, Blackstone-backed funds and other investors. The post CCI approves 100% acquisition of Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s parent company appeared first on...

“Possibility of conviction remote and bleak”: Jharkhand HC quashes BNS and Arms Act FIR on settlement in private money dispute

“The criminal proceeding would put the petitioners to great oppression and prejudice and extreme injustice by not quashing the criminal proceeding despite full and complete settlement and compromise with the victim.” The post “Possibility of conviction remote and bleak”: Jharkhand HC quashes BNS and Arms Act FIR on settlement in private money dispute appeared first on SCC Times.

High Court Roundup June 2026: Telegram ban for NEET-UG 2026, Khan Sir Defamation, Anil Ambani Black Money Case, “Workplace” Under PoSH Act and More

A quick roundup to cover all the important High Court legal developments and cases this month including Telegram ban for NEET-UG 2026, Khan Sir Defamation Suit, MakeMyTrip trade mark, “Workplace” Under POSH Act and other rulings in June 2026. The post High Court Roundup June 2026: Telegram ban for NEET-UG 2026, Khan Sir Defamation, Anil Ambani Black Money Case, “Workplace”...

“A haven of legal peace in a world that gets more complex by the minute”: IAC EAW26 opens in Astana with calls for stronger institutions and independent dispute resolution

From Kazakhstan's new Constitution reinforcing the rule of law to the AIFC Court's year-on-year growth in cases, mediations and delegate numbers, the opening ceremony of EAW26 set the tone for a conference that has grown from a single online session in 2022 into one of Eurasia's most significant gatherings for international arbitration practitioners, policymakers and academics. The post “A haven...

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. Secures Significant Win for Vedanta Ltd : Delhi HC Allows Enforcement of Two Foreign Arbitral Awards

The judgment reinforces the finality of foreign arbitral awards in India and provides greater certainty for investors and commercial parties, particularly in sectors such as energy, infrastructure and natural resources, by limiting enforcement-stage challenges based on public policy grounds. The post Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. Secures Significant Win for Vedanta Ltd : Delhi HC Allows Enforcement of Two Foreign...

Public Figures Must Tolerate Political Satire, But Not Vulgar AI Deepfakes That Cross the Line Into Defamation; Delhi HC Partly Allows Raghav Chadha’s Defamation Suit

The Court reiterated that “a public figure should not be so thin-skinned so as to complain about any criticism of his decisions and such criticism ought to be viewed with humility”. The post Public Figures Must Tolerate Political Satire, But Not Vulgar AI Deepfakes That Cross the Line Into Defamation; Delhi HC Partly Allows Raghav Chadha’s Defamation Suit appeared first...

Trump disclosure reveals repeated lapses under ethics laws meant to expose conflicts of interest

President Donald Trump repeatedly missed legal deadlines and omitted business deals required under federal ethics laws designed to expose conflicts of interest, his latest financial disclosure reveals—lapses that fall to his own appointees to police. The 927-page annual report, filed with the US Office of Government Ethics (OGE) and released Tuesday, states that Trump paid […] The post Trump disclosure...

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Macfarlanes ups NQ salary to £150k, matches Magic Circle

Leading City independent ups NQ salary from £140k alongside pay bumps for trainees that sees it exceed the Magic Circle

Eversheds Sutherland adds Paris funds team from Willkie Farr

Partner Tiana Rambatomanga joins at head of three-strong team to launch UK-headquartered firm's Paris fund structuring practice

Sidley hits Clifford Chance for top restructuring duo in London

Clifford Chance’s global restructuring co-head Philip Hertz and London restructuring lead Melissa Coakley join Sidley as US firm continues City hiring spree

Withers promotes 12 partners across the US, UK and Singapore

New CEO Ceri Vokes says global round reflects firm’s talent pipeline and international ambitions

Reed Smith launches AI Leadership Programme based at Cornell University

Initiative will help firm’s partners advance their AI strategy and governance know-how

Serving China Just Got Harder: The Hague Ruling Shaking Up Schedule A Cases

TVK member moves Madras High Court alleging bribery in selection of government advocates

Citizens entitled to protest; slogans like BJP 'murdabad’ and ‘Amit Shah murdabad' not ground for externment: Bombay HC

Gauhati High Court rejects man's citizenship claim despite 15 documents

Single incident of mother-in-law abusing daughter-in-law not cruelty under Section 498A IPC: Jharkhand HC

Madras High Court cancels appointment of 17 Personal Assistants to judges

Sian Huckett to become Fountain Court's first woman Senior Clerk

Former Medanta Legal Head Richa Singh joins Aster DM Quality Care as Group General Counsel

Justice BV Nagarathna nominated Chairperson of Supreme Court Legal Services Committee

Khaitan & Co, Trilegal, Linklaters act on JSW Infrastructure ₹7,502 crore QIP

Arpita Dutta joins IndiaLaw LLP as Partner

Dowry Death case: Delhi HC sets aside conviction of family members 24 years after life sentence

Ritesh Agarwal invests in Emori; Rise Legal acts on Shark Tank deal

Khaitan's Shobhit Batta joins Luthra and Luthra as Partner Designate

Karnataka High Court stays State decision to withdraw 52 criminal cases including Alanda riots case

A cheque that buries the claim

Systemic Integration as Philosophical Holism: Why International Law refuses to live in Separate Apartments

Motor Accident Claims | Supreme Court Lays Down Law On Using ITRs To Assess Victim's Income

Motor Accident Claims | Supreme Court Lays Down Law On Using ITRs To Assess Victim's Income

'Citizens Being Made Slaves Of Indian Govt; If People Protest, Cases Slapped', Says Bombay High Court

'Citizens Being Made Slaves Of Indian Govt; If People Protest, Cases Slapped', Says Bombay High Court

Justice BV Nagarathna Appointed Chairperson Of Supreme Court Legal Services Committee

Justice BV Nagarathna Appointed Chairperson Of Supreme Court Legal Services Committee

'Advocate Cannot Compromise Without Client's Authorisation', Supreme Court Explains Law On Compromise Decree

Uttarakhand High Court Grants Couple Protection Despite Objection That Groom Had Not Attained 21 Years Age At Time Of Marriage

LiveLaw Calcutta High Court Monthly Digest: June 2026

Balfour Beatty lines up legal head replacement as GC heads for SSE

Ed Egerton will join from AtkinsRéalis in September, succeeding Tracey Wood

Students cannot be compelled to recite Hindu prayers in government schools: Chhattisgarh High Court

Here is why Bombay High Court placed probe reports on threats to Justice Gautam Patel in sealed cover

Delhi High Court orders ₹18 lakh compensation for death of 19-year-old in police custody

Kerala HC refuses to prolong relief granted to Kumbh Mela fame Monalisa’s husband

Senior citizens cannot be penalised for not tracking case status online: Tripura High Court

Right to be forgotten: Delhi HC bats for policy to protect privacy of litigants with disabilities

Calcutta HC questions 'hot haste' by police in freezing TMC bank accounts, seeks info on accounts

Delhi High Court refers defamation case between Anjana Om Kashyap and Khan Sir to mediation

Supreme Court declares zero tolerance to citing fake AI-generated judgments, asks BCI to frame norms

Supreme Court sets aside NCLT judgment for relying on hallucinated AI-generated citations

HSA Advocates expands direct tax and white-collar crime practice with merger of Shashank Singh Associates

Martrimonial disputes in courts must not become humiliation contest by weaponising private images: Delhi HC

Gujarat municipal poll candidates must disclose assets belonging to spouse: Supreme Court

Dua Associates, Cooley advise Lingyi iTech on $1.06 billion IPO on Hong Kong SE

Tarpit Patni joins Arvind SmartSpaces as Head Legal

Hurried trial: Delhi High Court sets aside ex-Army officer's conviction in disproportionate assets case

Citing AI-Generated Fake Precedents Is Advocate Misconduct; Judgments Based On Them Are Void : Supreme Court

Citing AI-Generated Fake Precedents Is Advocate Misconduct; Judgments Based On Them Are Void : Supreme Court

Supreme Court Refuses To Interfere With Manipur High Court's Extension Of Panchayat Election Deadline To October 16

Supreme Court Refuses To Interfere With Manipur High Court's Extension Of Panchayat Election Deadline To October 16

Supreme Court Declines Urgent Listing Of Plea Against Madras High Court Order Setting Aside Recruitment Of 17 PAs To Judges

Supreme Court Declines Urgent Listing Of Plea Against Madras High Court Order Setting Aside Recruitment Of 17 PAs To Judges

Calcutta High Court Questions 'Hot Haste' In Freezing Three TMC Bank Accounts, Seeks Account Statement Before Deciding Interim Relief

Calcutta High Court Questions 'Hot Haste' In Freezing Three TMC Bank Accounts, Seeks Account Statement Before Deciding Interim Relief

Is Habeas Plea Maintainable Against Detention Due To Successive Arrests After Bail Rejection? Supreme Court To Decide

Is Habeas Plea Maintainable Against Detention Due To Successive Arrests After Bail Rejection? Supreme Court To Decide

Supreme Court Sets Aside NCLT Judgment For Using AI-Hallucinated Citations, Asks BCI To Examine Issue The use of

The use of AI-generated fake judgments is "like the release of methyl isocyanide in the province of law and justice", the Court observed.

3 Months Time Sufficient To Recover From Shock Of Wife's Illegitimate Relationship: P&H Grants Pre-Arrest Bail In Suicide Abetment Case

DOJ Loses Voter Roll Appeal, but Dissent Breaks a Judicial Consensus

DOJ Loses Voter Roll Appeal, but Dissent Breaks a Judicial Consensus

AI-Proof Work: How One Big Law Firm's Trial School Trains Associates

'Truly One of a Kind': Mass Tort Titan Paul Napoli Has Died

After 'Slaughter' Ruling, Agencies Face a New Constitutional Order

'The 51% Blindfold': Litigators Prep for Battle Over Telling Juries About New Fault Caps

Texas Attorneys AI Usage Surges, but Policies and Training Lag