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Rights group concludes RSF committed war crimes during siege and capture of Sudan city

Amnesty International on Wednesday released a new report concluding that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) committed crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing during their siege and capture of El Fasher in North Darfur state in Sudan. The report titled, City Under Siege, Children Under Fire: Rapid Support Forces’ Crimes Against Humanity in North Darfur, documents […] The post Rights group...

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Supreme Court: Reliance on AI-Generated Fake Precedents Vitiates Adjudication; Zero Tolerance for Hallucinated Citations

Supreme Court held that reliance on non-existent, AI-generated or hallucinated judicial precedents vitiates adjudication, rendering the decision void in law and warranting its setting aside. The post Supreme Court: Reliance on AI-Generated Fake Precedents Vitiates Adjudication; Zero Tolerance for Hallucinated Citations appeared first on SCC Times.

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NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of reports alleging bonded labour, assault of 12 workers at Muzaffarnagar factory

The Commission issues notices to the state Chief Secretary and DGP, calling for a detailed report on the matter within two weeks The post NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of reports alleging bonded labour, assault of 12 workers at Muzaffarnagar factory appeared first on SCC Times.

How ITRs can be used to assess annual income of deceased persons in Motor Accident Claims? Supreme Court lays down the method

The Court observed ITRs are statutory documents when it comes to assessing one’s income, for the purposes of compensation under the MV Act. Hence, it issued the Guidelines for annual income assessment after effectively making a bifurcation between salaried individuals and self-employed individuals. The post How ITRs can be used to assess annual income of deceased persons in Motor Accident...

‘Commercial certainty, rule of law and cultural understanding will shape arbitration’s future’: Lawrence Teh shares Singapore’s journey at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026

Lawrence Teh highlighted the importance of institutional trust, judicial restraint, and cultural understanding in international arbitration, while encouraging Kazakhstan to build an arbitral identity rooted in its own strengths rather than replicating existing models. The post ‘Commercial certainty, rule of law and cultural understanding will shape arbitration’s future’: Lawrence Teh shares Singapore’s journey at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026 appeared...

CAM acts as Issuer’s Indian law counsel in relation to issue of foreign currency denominated bonds of USD 800 million raised by Axis Bank

The issuance comprises two tranches: (i) USD 500 million of 6.875% Additional Tier 1 capital notes perpetual in nature; and (ii) USD 300 million of 5.348% senior unsecured fixed-rate notes. The bonds are listed on the Global Securities Market of India International Exchange (IFSC) Limited; and the Debt Securities Market of NSE IFSC Limited. The post CAM acts as Issuer’s...

Employees’ Deposit-Linked Insurance Scheme, 2026: Key Changes in Assurance Benefits, Claim Settlement, and Employer Compliance

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified the Employees’ Deposit-Linked Insurance (EDLI) Scheme, 2026, replacing the Employees' Deposit-Linked Insurance Scheme, 1976 and strengthening the statutory deposit-linked insurance framework for employees covered under the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) The post Employees’ Deposit-Linked Insurance Scheme, 2026: Key Changes in Assurance Benefits, Claim Settlement, and Employer Compliance appeared first on SCC Times.

Investigating officer cannot do two jobs at once: Rajasthan HC directs separate police wings for investigation and law & order, establishment of investigation labs and increase in cadre strength

Perusing the recommendations made by the committee for two separate wings of police for investigation and law and order maintenance, the Court issued directions to increase the police cadre strength and establish well-equipped investigation labs in the state of Rajasthan for fair and expeditious investigation as delay violates the right to fair investigation and speedy trial. The post Investigating officer...

SAM advises Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd. on Strategic Joint Venture with Analog to Deploy Physical Intelligence Technology in India

The joint venture combines MEIL's expertise in large-scale infrastructure execution with Analog's intelligent sensing and infrastructure optimisation capabilities. The post SAM advises Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd. on Strategic Joint Venture with Analog to Deploy Physical Intelligence Technology in India appeared first on SCC Times.

Ushering new era of Kazakhstan’s legal system: Justice Margarita Odintsova and Justice Aigul Kydyrbayeva deliver notable addresses at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026

From what does the new Constitution represent to the Supreme Court’s efforts in the arbitration ecosystem, Justice Margarita Odintsova and Justice Aigul Kydyrbayeva deliver notable addresses at the IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026. The post Ushering new era of Kazakhstan’s legal system: Justice Margarita Odintsova and Justice Aigul Kydyrbayeva deliver notable addresses at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026 appeared first...

Disclosure of Spouse’s Separate Assets Required, Erroneous Cognizance under Representation of the People Act Curable; SC Remands Matter for Fresh Cognizance

The Court held that an error in taking cognizance under an incorrect statutory provision does not necessarily vitiate criminal proceedings. Under Section 465 CrPC, such an irregularity may be cured unless it results in a failure of justice or causes prejudice to the accused. The post Disclosure of Spouse’s Separate Assets Required, Erroneous Cognizance under Representation of the People Act...

Remission Policy issued under Article 161 Prevails over Statutory Remission Policy under CrPC; SC Declares State of Haryana v. Raj Kumar Per Incuriam

The Court held that where a three-Judge Bench has recognised an earlier materially identical policy as an exercise of Article 161 power, a contrary coordinate Bench decision treating the later identical policy as statutory is per incuriam. The post Remission Policy issued under Article 161 Prevails over Statutory Remission Policy under CrPC; SC Declares State of Haryana v. Raj Kumar...

Fundamental Right to Walk on Footpath, Homemaker’s Unpaid Work and Five New Judges: Supreme Court June 2026 Roundup

Explore Supreme Court judgments from June 2026 covering defining decisions on recognition of a homemaker’s unpaid work, fundamental right to walk, EWS reservation in private colleges etc., and legal developments on appointment of judges, draft AI Regulations and many more stories. The post Fundamental Right to Walk on Footpath, Homemaker’s Unpaid Work and Five New Judges: Supreme Court June 2026...

Cross-border M&A disputes require dispute architecture, not just arbitration: Experts discuss at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026

From representations and warranties disputes to fraud, earn-outs, mediation and investment arbitration, panellists at the International Arbitration Centre's Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026 discussed why cross-border M&A disputes arise and how businesses can better structure transactions to prevent and resolve them. The post Cross-border M&A disputes require dispute architecture, not just arbitration: Experts discuss at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026 appeared...

Construction services provided to Tsunami affected areas, not “Commercial or Industrial Construction Service”: CESTAT quashes Service Tax demand on Pal Promoters

Pal Promoters Pvt. Ltd. not liable to pay service tax on the construction services rendered to Tamil Nadu Police Housing Corporation (TNHPCL), Tsunami District Implementation Unit, Pudukkotai (TDIU) and for Peoples Development Association (PDA) and the demand is to be set aside as does not fall under Commercial or Industrial Construction Service. The post Construction services provided to Tsunami affected...

Are Workplace WhatsApp Messages Defamatory? Uganda HC Explains Qualified Privilege

Uganda High Court in Nicholas Jjengo v. James Abola held that unverified and sensational allegations shared in a workplace WhatsApp group can The post Are Workplace WhatsApp Messages Defamatory? Uganda HC Explains Qualified Privilege appeared first on SCC Times.

The Erasure of Statutory Distinction: A Critical Review of Parvinder Singh v. Directorate of Enforcement

by Gautam Kumar Choudhary* The post The Erasure of Statutory Distinction: A Critical Review of Parvinder Singh v. Directorate of Enforcement appeared first on SCC Times.

India dispatch: high court grants bail in honour killing case, calls out casteism as a national curse

Samridh Chaturvedi is a JURIST correspondent and a third-year law student at the School of Law, Christ (Deemed to be University) where he covers legal, policy, and human rights developments in India. On June 11 2026, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court delivered a bail order that extends quite a bit further than […] The post India dispatch...

UN rights experts condemn murder of Afro-Mexican human rights activist

A UN expert panel condemned the murder of Mexican human rights activist on Wednesday and called for a thorough, impartial, and transparent investigation by Mexican state authorities. Sael Silva Cisneros was a prominent lawyer, Afro-Mexican activist, and LGBTQ rights defender who was killed in an attack outside the Mexican town of Cuajinicuilapa on June 5, […] The post UN rights...

US Justice Department sues Virginia, California over firearm restrictions

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) filed lawsuits Wednesday against Virginia and California, alleging that newly enacted firearm restrictions in both states violate the Second Amendment to the US Constitution. The complaint filed against Virginia in the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia challenges Senate Bill 749, which Governor Abigail Spanberger signed […] The post US Justice...

Philippines accused of conducting extrajudicial killings in anti-drug campaign

Human Rights Watch (HRW) reported Tuesday that authorities in the Philippines conducted extrajudicial killings without any accountability as part of the government’s anti-drug campaign, which has resulted in serious human rights violations against the victims and their families. The organization stated that police officers in the Philippines continued to commit extrajudicial killings and conduct arbitrary […] The post Philippines accused...

Australia failing to implement UN recommendations to reform human rights system: report

Australia has ignored their responsibility to implement UN-recommended changes to their human rights policies in areas such as the criminal justice system, indigenous rights, and climate change, Human Rights Watch reported Monday. The recommendations come from the country’s fourth Universal Periodic Review (UPR) by the UN Human Rights Council, a peer-based review of UN member […] The post Australia failing...

Kirkland tops global M&A rankings after strongest first half for dealmaking since records began

Chicago-founded giant comfortably ahead of Skadden and Sullivan & Cromwell in second and third spot respectively

Sullivan & Cromwell launches German litigation practice with Hengeler partner duo

Commercial disputes lawyers Philipp Hanfland and Maximilian Bülau join in Frankfurt as practice co-heads

Goldman Sachs promotes deputy to acting GC role after Epstein-linked CLO officially steps down

Michael Bosworth replaces Kathy Ruemmler, who resigned from the role on 30 June

Board Intelligence strikes partnership with Danish legaltech start-up Juristic

Collaboration will help board technology and advisory firm strengthen its Nordic presence

Majority of business leaders expect M&A activity to increase in 2026 - report

Norton Rose Fulbright and Mergermarket survey shows 52% of execs anticipate rising deal levels

Ram Mandir Donation Theft : RJD MP Moves Supreme Court Seeking Audit Of Ayodhya Trust Finances, CBI Probe

Ram Mandir Donation Theft : RJD MP Moves Supreme Court Seeking Audit Of Ayodhya Trust Finances, CBI Probe

Supreme Court Pulls Up Pharmacy Council For Not Adhering To Timeline For Approval & Admissions

Supreme Court Pulls Up Pharmacy Council For Not Adhering To Timeline For Approval & Admissions

Delhi High Court directs surprise audit of government hospitals over implementation of NextGen e-HMIS portal

NCDRC pulls up Jaipur consumer forum over bailable warrants against Salman Khan in Rajshree ad case

Gig Workers Act: Karnataka HC grants interim protection to IAMAI, Swiggy, Zomato, others but orders deposit of welfare fee

Delhi High Court pulls up DDA for delay in deciding property conversion applications

S&R Associates opens new office in Bengaluru

CMS INDUSLAW advises Daxko on acquisition of FitnessForce

Dressing up pet dog as Lord Krishna out of love and devotion not offence of hurting religious sentiments: P&H High Court

Pune realtor Ketan Agarwal murder: Accused fiancee Siya Goyal sent to judicial custody for 2 weeks

Judges cannot carry the system alone

Talk of separate Tamil Nadu today would be seen as mental health issue, not sedition: Madras High Court

Karnataka HC curtails relief to contractors in GST reimbursement cases, says courts cannot waive statutory dues

Fresh PIL in Kerala HC challenges Waqf Board composition, former MLA's continued membership

Partner Pay Clawbacks Are on the Rise in Big Law

Partner Pay Clawbacks Are on the Rise in Big Law

A 'Mixed Bag' For Trump: Looking Back On The Supreme Court Term With Ilya Somin

UNM Law Professors, Leaders Rally Behind Dean Amid Community Backlash

Kirkland and Wachtell Lead First Half M&A Tables, Amid 50% Leap in Worldwide Deal Activity

Mead Johnson Wins Defense Verdict in Latest NEC-Related Infant Formula Trial

Gap Between Equity and Nonequity Pay is Widest at the SE's Largest Firms

Judge Tosses Suit Against Coca-Cola, Others Over Ultra-Processed Foods

Supreme Court Orders Status Quo On Audit Of Delhi's Electricity Distribution Companies

Supreme Court Orders Status Quo On Audit Of Delhi's Electricity Distribution Companies

23 Opposition Parties Write To CJI Alleging Electoral Malpractices Under BJP Rule; Say ED, CBI Used To Topple Elected Govts

23 Opposition Parties Write To CJI Alleging Electoral Malpractices Under BJP Rule; Say ED, CBI Used To Topple Elected Govts

'Such Instances Rising': Solicitor General Cites Ketan Agarwal Death While Opposing Bail In Meghalaya Honeymoon Murder Case

'Such Instances Rising': Solicitor General Cites Ketan Agarwal Death While Opposing Bail In Meghalaya Honeymoon Murder Case

DMK Moves Supreme Court Against TN Minister's Statements On Karur Stampede, Objects To CM Vijay Meeting Families

DMK Moves Supreme Court Against TN Minister's Statements On Karur Stampede, Objects To CM Vijay Meeting Families

Dressing Pet Dog As Lord Krishna Out Of Devotion Not Offence Under S.298 BNS: P&H High Court Quashes FIR

Dressing Pet Dog As Lord Krishna Out Of Devotion Not Offence Under S.298 BNS: P&H High Court Quashes FIR

DMK moves Supreme Court to restrain CM Vijay, TVK ministers from commenting on Karur stampede probe

Margins to Access Project invites applications for Catalyst for Change Fellowship 2026- 2027

Does CAG have the power to audit Delhi's discoms? Supreme Court to decide

Madhya Pradesh High Court fines lawyer ₹2.5k for false claim of attending trial court hearing

Preity Zinta moves Bombay High Court against deepfakes, AI generated content

Civil judge must decide panchayat election disputes, not 'prescribed authority' under Sikkim Panchayat Act: Sikkim HC

Strider Search is looking to hire a Research Intern

Centre clears appointment of 3 judicial officers as additional judges of Andhra Pradesh High Court

Delhi HC gives Centre's grievance committee 15 days to decide on removing Dhruv Rathee's video on Hindu gods eating meat

Is FIFA world cup streaming accessible to visually disabled persons? Delhi HC seeks broadcaster ZEE's response

Four election petitions filed before Madras High Court challenging CM Vijay’s Perambur win

MP High Court orders police protection for judge Tabassum Khan after threats over convicting cow vigilantes for murder

Nurturing curiosity in democracy, one quiz at a time: Ready for the Law Challenge

Meghalaya Honeymoon murder: Supreme Court seeks response of accused wife on State's plea to cancel bail

DSK Legal acts on Stalwart ₹150 crore+ proposed IPO

Trilegal, CMS INDUSLAW act on EMI Metals ₹500 crore+ proposed IPO

Perkins Coie's HR Department Became Gatekeepers for Partner Conduct Complaints, Current and Former Employees Say

Perkins Coie's HR Department Became Gatekeepers for Partner Conduct Complaints, Current and Former Employees Say

4th Circuit Blocks Firing of Intelligence Officers Assigned to DEI Programs

Texas Legal Ed Leaders Embrace AI Upskilling While Navigating Challenges of the Evolving Tech

Google Loses Final Appeal Against €4.1 Billion EU Antitrust Fine

Madhya Pradesh HC grants relief to journalists facing extortion case after sting op on female foeticide

Bank of Baroda pays $600 million to settle NMC Health fraud litigation in Abu Dhabi, London

If Elaborate Hearing Is Needed On Ad-Interim Injunction, Court Should Decide Main Injunction Plea Instead: Rajasthan High Court

Modified Buses Causing Fatal Accidents, Authorities Must Strictly Enforce MV Act Norms Irrespective Of State Of Registration: Rajasthan High Court