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UN Secretary-General calls on world leaders to invest in peace as global conflicts reach post-WWII high

UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Wednesday urged world leaders to take concrete action and invest in peace, warning that violence, division, and conflict are deepening worldwide and that the dialogue needed to resolve them is absent. Guterres spoke during the annual Japanese Peace Bell ceremony at UN Headquarters in New York, held ahead of the […] The post UN Secretary-General...

US appeals court rejects Trump’s request to lift block on USPS rule restricting mail-in ballots

A federal appeals court in Boston on Thursday rejected the Trump administration’s request to remove an injunction barring the US Postal Service (USPS) from implementing the rule restricting the issuance of mail-in ballots, affirming a decision from a lower district court. The injunction, issued at the end of August 2026 by US District Judge Indira […] The post US appeals...

Germany’s Federal Constitutional Court

9/11 and the Supreme Court

UN Rights Chief condemns global silence and urges solidarity amid worsening Afghan crisis

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk warned Wednesday that worsening repression, poverty and forced returns were deepening Afghanistan’s crisis, criticizing the international community for abandoning the Afghan people at a time when humanitarian funding for the country has sharply declined. Calling on governments to put the lives of citizens first and pressure the […] The post UN Rights...

More on Missouri’s congressional map and mail-in voting

Plus, Justice Kavanaugh will speak today at an event on 9/11.

Delhi HC declines Vinesh Phogat’s interim plea for participation in 2026 World Wrestling Championships Selection Trials

The Court found that repeated opportunities were afforded to the petitioner to appear before the Disciplinary Committee and place her case. However, she had chosen not to avail the first three opportunities and had instead raised objections concerning disclosure of the Committee’s composition. The post Delhi HC declines Vinesh Phogat’s interim plea for participation in 2026 World Wrestling Championships Selection...

From Speedy Trials in Dowry and Cruelty Cases to Hiring Private Investigators in Divorce: Everything That Happened in Family Law in August 2026

The August Roundup of Family and Personal Law contains important rulings and judgements from the Courts all over, on Live-In Relationships, marriage, divorce, maintenance rights under Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 and more. The post From Speedy Trials in Dowry and Cruelty Cases to Hiring Private Investigators in Divorce: Everything That Happened in Family Law in August 2026 appeared first on...

Landmark Constitutional Law Judgments in 2025 by the Supreme Court of India (Part III of IV)

by Siddharth R. Gupta* and Alfishan Nayab** The post Landmark Constitutional Law Judgments in 2025 by the Supreme Court of India (Part III of IV) appeared first on SCC Times.

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises Cyient Ltd. on definitive agreements for 100% acquisition of Tao Digital Solutions Inc., a US-based IT and digital services company

The transaction results in a 100% acquisition of TAO Digital Solutions Inc., an US company which specializes in AI, data and cloud technologies, delivering solutions across a range of industry verticals. The post Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises Cyient Ltd. on definitive agreements for 100% acquisition of Tao Digital Solutions Inc., a US-based IT and digital services company appeared first on...

Suicide note absolving accused weakens prima facie case for abetment of suicide; Himachal Pradesh HC grants bail to husband

The Himachal Pradesh High Court granted regular bail in an abetment of suicide case, holding that a contemporaneous suicide note absolving all persons of responsibility carried greater prima facie value than earlier allegations of harassment and failed to disclose any proximate act of instigation. The post Suicide note absolving accused weakens prima facie case for abetment of suicide; Himachal Pradesh...

Khaitan & Co Secures Relief for Multiplex Association of India and PVR INOX before Karnataka HC

Karnataka HC Quashed Show Cause Notices on 2% Cinema Cess The post Khaitan & Co Secures Relief for Multiplex Association of India and PVR INOX before Karnataka HC appeared first on SCC Times.

Burden of proving policy breach lies on insurer: Jharkhand HC enhances Motor Accident Compensation to ₹ 11.90 Lakhs

Jharkhand High Court: The Single Judge Bench of M.S. Sonak, CJ.,* dismissed the insurer’s appeal and enhanced compensation for the death of The post Burden of proving policy breach lies on insurer: Jharkhand HC enhances Motor Accident Compensation to ₹ 11.90 Lakhs appeared first on SCC Times.

Nepal calls for international financial compensation following deadly floods

Nepal on Wednesday appealed for emergency assistance from a UN fund designed to help developing countries cope with the irreversible effects of climate change, as it sought climate justice and floods caused by an August 26 glacier collapse on its border with China’s Tibet Autonomous Region. Commenting on the gravity of the situation that Nepal […] The post Nepal calls...

HNLU Team secures runner-up position at APCMC—ADC—ICC 2026

The team comprised Arushi Yadav, Karnika H. Gaira, and Prashansa Verma, who represented HNLU throughout the competition. The post HNLU Team secures runner-up position at APCMC—ADC—ICC 2026 appeared first on SCC Times.

Saurav Das’s Injunction Plea, Gen Z Welfare and a ₹25 Lakh Compensation Order: High Court Roundup August 2026

A quick roundup of the key High Court developments and important cases from August 2026, covering major rulings and directions on AI and personality rights, constitutional freedoms, criminal law, arbitration, POCSO, family law, education, medical rights, service law, RTI, intellectual property, and other significant legal developments. The post Saurav Das’s Injunction Plea, Gen Z Welfare and a ₹25 Lakh Compensation...

5 Women among 15 Judicial Officers recommended by Supreme Court Collegium for High Court Judgeship

On 10 September 2026, the Collegium made the appointment recommendations for 4 High Courts namely, Delhi, Jharkhand, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh and Karnataka. The post 5 Women among 15 Judicial Officers recommended by Supreme Court Collegium for High Court Judgeship appeared first on SCC Times.

Kapil Sibal, Amit Sibal & Akhil Sibal | Together for the First Time | SideBar Tales Trailer

For the first time. All three together. Kapil Sibal, Amit Sibal and Akhil Sibal come together for a rare conversation that The post Kapil Sibal, Amit Sibal & Akhil Sibal | Together for the First Time | SideBar Tales Trailer appeared first on SCC Times.

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. advises Kotak Special Situations Fund and Gayatri Highways on sale of 100% stake in HKR Roadways to Cube Highways

SAM had also advised Kotak Special Situations Fund on its initial investment in HKR Roadways in 2021 and subsequently on various refinancings, effectively acting as its counsel through the life of the investment. The post Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. advises Kotak Special Situations Fund and Gayatri Highways on sale of 100% stake in HKR Roadways to Cube Highways appeared...

NUALS in association with Kerala Judicial Academy to organise three-day seminar on Music, Cinema and Law

The National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), in association with the Kerala Judicial Academy, is organising a three-day seminar on “Music, Cinema and Law”, which will bring together leading voices from the judiciary, government, legal academia and the creative industry. The seminar will feature addresses by the Chief Minister of Kerala, a Judge of the Supreme Court of India...

Re-Imagining the Supreme Court of India

by Arjun Krishnan* The post Re-Imagining the Supreme Court of India appeared first on SCC Times.

‘We’re hiring people that historically would only have been hired in the software space’

Six law firm innovation chiefs on how they are seeking to change the way lawyers work and how legal services are delivered

Signature Litigation hires seasoned litigator from Triay Lawyers to head up Gibraltar office

Charles Simpson replaces Elliott Phillips, who is returning to London to join Mishcon de Reya

Legaltech giant Harvey raises $550m in funding round to hit $15.5bn valuation

Company also announces acquisition of AI security platform start-up Guardrails AI

Luxury collaborations: the contracts behind successful brand partnerships

Behind the apparent simplicity of luxury collaborations, Stocche Forbes lawyers Flavia Câmara e Castro and Thiago Porto Ribeiro explore the network of commercial decisions that need to be reflected in the contract

US asset manager Pimco plans internal promotion for GC replacement

Head of alternatives business management Rick LeBrun will succeed Sung-Hee Suh at the start of next year

Law Firm Disrupted: The Client's Voice Has More Value Than Ever

Litigators of the Week: Report Finds Clippers Circumvented NBA Salary Cap Through Kawhi Leonard's Endorsement Deals

Kirkland Plots Brussels Competition Push With Eye on Elite Rivals

Mike Aiello, Weil Corporate Chair, Plans Exit for Cravath

Inside the Legal Delays That Have Kept the 9/11 Case From Trial

'You Can't Hide Anymore': Stanford Tackles Tech Transformation With Legal Engineering Academy

Suit Not Maintainable To Recover Money Paid For Illegal Purpose, Must Be Rejected Under O VII R 11 CPC : Supreme Court

Suit Not Maintainable To Recover Money Paid For Illegal Purpose, Must Be Rejected Under O VII R 11 CPC : Supreme Court

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LiveLaw Daily| Alcohol Ban| Captive Elephant| Winzo| E-Rickshaws

LiveLaw High Courts Daily Highlights: September 11, 2026

UP Govt Persistent In Using 'Goondas Act' As A 'Tool Of Oppression': Allahabad High Court

Bombay High Court Adjourns Sine Die Petition Filed By Kunal Kamra Against IT Rules, SAHYOG Portal

Bombay Bar Association signs MoU with Lawyers Council of Thailand

Karnataka High Court allows Anjali Devi to continue as Prosecution Director, stays KAT order

Can a resolution plan under IBC survive the death of its maker? NCLAT answers

Karnataka HC asks SEC to go ahead with panchayat polls after State says ward formation, reservation complete

20 years of Prakash Singh: When does non-compliance become contempt?

Law Prep Tutorial launches CLAT 2027 revision batch with AI-based performance tracking & mock analysis

Section 9D and the limits of undoing MADA: Can Parliament fetter the States' Entry 49 power?

Courts must protect poor to preserve India's socialist goal in Constitution: Delhi High Court

Kerala High Court sets 2-week deadline for its judges to decide bail petitions

Plea before Kerala High Court seeks disqualification of MLA Mani C Kappan after cheque bounce conviction

The UK’s Forum of Insurance Lawyers appoints next chief executive

Veteran insurance professional Mark Huxley replaces Laurence Besemer in the role

'Can't Stop People From Protesting, We're A Democracy': Bombay High Court In Plea Against Maratha Leader Manoj Jarange's 'March To Mumbai'

'Can't Stop People From Protesting, We're A Democracy': Bombay High Court In Plea Against Maratha Leader Manoj Jarange's 'March To Mumbai'

Corporal Punishment Not Offence Under POCSO Act: Supreme Court Quashes Case Against Teacher

Corporal Punishment Not Offence Under POCSO Act: Supreme Court Quashes Case Against Teacher

Orissa High Court Rejects Challenge To Appointment Of Deputy Chief Ministers, Calls It 'Mere Descriptive' Post With No Superior Privilege

Orissa High Court Rejects Challenge To Appointment Of Deputy Chief Ministers, Calls It 'Mere Descriptive' Post With No Superior Privilege

Why Ultra-Processed Foods Grouped With Other Packaged Foods Under Warning Label Regime? Supreme Court Asks FSSAI

Why Ultra-Processed Foods Grouped With Other Packaged Foods Under Warning Label Regime? Supreme Court Asks FSSAI

Bombay High Court Deprecates Maharashtra's 12-Day 'Blanket Ban' On Alcohol During Ganesh Chaturthi, Calls It Irrational

Bombay High Court Deprecates Maharashtra's 12-Day 'Blanket Ban' On Alcohol During Ganesh Chaturthi, Calls It Irrational

Surat Demolition: Civic Body Disputes Residents' Claim Of 'Dilapidated' Rehabilitation Homes Before Gujarat High Court

Mere Reference To Amarnath Yatra Cannot Justify Preventive Detention Based On Stale Material: J&K&L High Court

25 Tribal Children Allegedly Died From Diseases, Malnutrition In MP's Balaghat: High Court Seeks State's Response

IC RegFin Legal expands GIFT City presence with larger office at IFSCA HQ building

Delhi High Court slams Punjab & Sind Bank for denying reward to manager who foiled robbery in 1998

Teacher hitting girl students on back, waist without sexual intent not offence under POCSO Act: Supreme Court

Girl had accused’s name tattooed on her chest: Delhi High Court reduces rape convict’s sentence

No offence of rape on promise of marriage when victim and accused already married to other people: HP High Court

Desai Juris is looking to hire Junior Associates in Delhi

Karnataka High Court pulls up advocates for not paying process fee years after securing interim order

Delhi High Court refuses to restrain Xiaomi from using ‘Find Device’ feature in its mobile phones

Delhi court denies anticipatory bail to lawyer accused in Satya Niketan building collapse

Assets worth ₹14,131 crore given to banks but PMLA charges against Vijay Mallya will stay: ED to Bombay HC

Supreme Court flags gaps in FSSAI plan for red-hexagon warning labels on foods high in fat, sugar, salt

Iranian Students Prohibited From Taking LSAT Following US-Imposed Sanctions

Iranian Students Prohibited From Taking LSAT Following US-Imposed Sanctions

'Even Talking About It Now, It Takes You There': 9/11 Through the Eyes of Lawyers, Judges, Court Officials

On Filing First: Morgan & Morgan Behind First Amazon Plane Crash Lawsuit

Latham Is Buying Its Own AI Servers: 'Flexibility is Critical'

SEC's Enforcement Director Says Agency Will Focus on ‘High-Impact’ Cases

Outgoing Mass. Bar President Vows to Continue Commitment to Judicial Security

Cooley Reaches Settlement in Legal Malpractice Case With Former PE Client

Associated Press Recruits Dow Jones Attorney Craig Linder as General Counsel

Debasish Roychowdhury joins Skechers South Asia as Head - Legal

CCI rejects plea against Mahindra & Mahindra over warranty denial due to externally sourced engine oil

Religious conversion: Allahabad HC orders police to produce Ayush Malik after plea claims illegal detention by family

Arbitration in India cannot deliver speed if hearings are months apart: SG Tushar Mehta

Maharashtra anti-conversion law challenged before Bombay High Court

Mumbai court grants bail to TISS student arrested for slogans supporting Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam

Delhi High Court denies Vinesh Phogat interim relief to participate in World Wrestling Championships trials

Black Sheep In Judiciary Is Increasing; Courts Now Mute Spectators To Liberty Violations : Justice Deepak Gupta WritesNo

No country can claim to be free unless it has an independent and fearless judiciary.

LiveLaw Breaking News Alerts: 11 September 2026

LiveLaw Breaking News Alerts: 11 September 2026

Supreme Court Seeks Responses Of Centre & States On Plea Seeking Social Security Measures For Private School Teachers

Supreme Court Seeks Responses Of Centre & States On Plea Seeking Social Security Measures For Private School Teachers

Supreme Court Refuses To Stay Contempt Proceedings Against Law Secretary For 'Outburst' In Bombay HC Over Judicial Vacancies

Supreme Court Refuses To Stay Contempt Proceedings Against Law Secretary For 'Outburst' In Bombay HC Over Judicial Vacancies

Govt Servant Who Resigned To Contest Election Can't Withdraw Resignation After Losing Poll: Rajasthan High Court

No Clear Evidence Of Abduction Or Killing: Gauhati High Court Acquits 5 Accused Of Witch-Hunting, Murder