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What happens when a High Court judgment goes against you, your first SLP is dismissed, and you pursue a review before the High Court—and the review also fails? Can you simply file another SLP before the Supreme Court? Not necessarily. The article “NRI Supreme Court Litigation: Can You File a Second SLP After Review?” examines this difficult procedural question through the Supreme Court's decision in Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Ltd. v. The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Pensioners Welfare Association (Regd.) & Ors. , 2025 INSC 1416 . Also Read: Special Leave Petition (SLP) in Supreme Court – Complete FAQs Guide The most important takeaway is that there is no blanket rule that every second SLP is prohibited . Instead, the Court looks at the procedural history. What happened to the first SLP? Was special leave granted? Was the SLP dismissed or withdrawn? Was liberty granted? If liberty was granted, what exactly did it permit? Was the litigant permitted only to pursue a High...

A registered sale deed does not automatically mean that every underlying claim of title, authority, or execution has been conclusively settled. That is one of the central practical messages of this excellent guide on challenging an illegal property sale in Delhi . Also Read: Tenant Refusing to Vacate Delhi Property? Legal Eviction Procedure for Landlords The article explains the difference between: 🔹 Cancellation of a sale deed 🔹 Declaration of title 🔹 Declaration that a sale deed is not binding 🔹 Recovery of possession 🔹 Injunction against further transfer 🔹 Civil remedies for property fraud 🔹 Criminal proceedings where forgery or cheating is disclosed It also explains why the distinction between an executant and a non-executant can fundamentally change the legal remedy. Legal Advice Hub Another important issue is limitation . Property owners should not assume that calling a document “forged” automatically solves the limitation problem. The nature of the transaction, the reli...

Can a person approach the Supreme Court after losing before the High Court? Yes, an SLP may be filed in an appropriate case under Article 136 of the Constitution of India . But the more important question is whether the case presents circumstances that justify the Supreme Court exercising its extraordinary and discretionary jurisdiction. This is the central theme of the detailed Legal Service India article “Can I File an SLP Against a High Court Judgment?” The article goes beyond the simple answer and examines the practical considerations that should be addressed before filing an SLP. It explains that an SLP should not ordinarily be treated as a routine “third appeal” merely because a litigant disagrees with the High Court's appreciation of the evidence. What Are the Important Grounds? Depending on the facts and record, the article discusses grounds such as: Error of law: Where the High Court applies an incorrect legal principle. Disregard of binding precedent: Where a relevant ...

Should the Bar Council of India hold disciplinary power over law students? The Supreme Court says NO — but does this empower students or weaken accountability? The Supreme Court’s decision in Mihira Sood & Anr. v. Bar Council of India & Ors., W.P.(C) No. 1040/2026, establishes a clear statutory boundary between law students and enrolled advocates. The Court held that the Bar Council of India (BCI) and State Bar Councils do not have disciplinary jurisdiction over law students merely because they are studying law or intend to enter the legal profession. The ruling arose from the NALSAR University controversy, where BCI directions had sought to prevent the 2026 graduating batch from being enrolled as advocates and contemplated an inquiry into students and faculty involved in a campaign. The Supreme Court held that such disciplinary action could not be sustained without statutory authority. The judgment emphasises that BCI's regulatory authority over legal education is differen...

Economic Reality Check   📉 India’s GDP revised from ₹86 lakh crore to ₹80 lakh crore — a staggering shift! Is this just a statistical correction or a deeper reflection of our economy’s health? The article examines the controversy surrounding India’s reported 7.8% real GDP growth in Q1 FY 2026–27 and the competing 2.6% figure that emerged after comparing the latest GDP figure of ₹88.27 lakh crore with the earlier ₹86.05 lakh crore estimate. The article explains that the 2.6% calculation is mathematically correct, but it does not represent India’s official real GDP growth rate because it compares figures from two different GDP series. The earlier ₹86.05 lakh crore figure belonged to the 2011–12 base-year series, while the later figures were produced under the new 2022–23 base-year series. GDP comparisons should be made using comparable figures from the same statistical series. A major focus is the revision of Q1 FY 2025–26 current-price GDP from approximately ₹86.05 lakh crore ...

  The article examines India’s economic inequality through the lens of the World Inequality Report 2026. While India has achieved significant economic growth, infrastructure development and a growing digital economy, the article argues that GDP growth alone does not show how the benefits of that growth are distributed.  According to the report estimates cited in the article, India’s income and wealth are highly concentrated. The top 10% receives about 57.7% of national income and owns around 65% of total wealth, while the bottom 50% receives about 15% of income and owns only around 6.4% of wealth. The top 1% is estimated to own approximately 40.1% of India’s wealth and receive 22.6% of national income.  The article distinguishes income inequality from wealth inequality, explaining that income refers to what people earn, whereas wealth represents accumulated assets such as property, investments and businesses. It also notes that the income-share gap between the top 10% and...

Justice or Perception? The SC/ST Act, 1989, continues to evolve with the latest Supreme Court judgments. Do these rulings strengthen justice or highlight systemic gaps? The article provides a comprehensive overview of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, and its evolving legal position up to 2026, focusing particularly on recent Supreme Court judgments. It explains that the Act remains a strong protective law against caste-based atrocities, but its stringent provisions must be applied according to the precise statutory ingredients of each offense. A central theme is the Supreme Court's clarification that not every dispute, insult, or allegation involving a person belonging to an SC/ST community automatically constitutes an offense under the Act. For offenses under Sections 3(1)(r) and 3(1)(s), issues such as caste-based intent and the requirement that the incident occur “within public view” can be decisive. The article traces this principle through decisions including Hi...

  👩‍⚖️ Collegium vs. Commission — which ensures justice better? 💭 Share your comprehensive views — India’s future judiciary depends on it. IJMIS proposes a phased reform of India’s Collegium System through independent judicial talent discovery, evidence-based merit assessment, integrity verification, conflict checks, anti-favouritism audits and a judicial-majority selection mechanism—while protecting judicial independence from political control. 🔗 Article: https://www.legalserviceindia.com/Legal-Articles/judicial-appointment-reform-india-collegium-ijmis/   #JudicialAppointments #LegalFuture #legalserviceindia

  The courtroom becomes the last hope when hospitals fail. 💬 Do you think awareness about filing cases is too low among patients?  Learn how to file a medical negligence case in India, prove negligence, claim compensation, check limitation and understand the latest Supreme Court judgments. 🔗 https://www.legalservicesindia.com/how-to-file-medical-negligence-case-in-india/    #KnowYourRights #LegalAwareness #legalserviceindia

  Explore India’s right to die with dignity, passive euthanasia, Living Wills, Article 21 and the Supreme Court’s Harish Rana decision. 💡 If autonomy is sacred, why do we fear the choice to leave? Is it law’s duty to protect life—or liberty? 👉 Full piece: https://www.legalserviceindia.com/Legal-Articles/the-last-human-right-why-we-fear-the-choice-to-leave/   #legalserviceindia #Autonomy #LawAndMorality #RightToExit

 Can an FIR truly serve as a dying declaration under Section 26 BSA 2023?   This question challenges the very foundation of justice and evidence.  Understand when an FIR lodged by an injured informant can acquire the status of a dying declaration, and the key judicial tests courts apply. 👉 Read more: https://www.legalserviceindia.com/Legal-Articles/fir-as-dying-declaration-section-26-bsa-2023/ #JusticeMatters #LegalDebate #legalserviceindia

Should justice wait for bureaucracy? DSP permission before FIR — reform or red tape? Preliminary Enquiry under BNSS Section 173(3): understand DSP permission, prima facie case , FIR registration , police powers and safeguards. 📖 https://www.legalserviceindia.com/Legal-Articles/preliminary-enquiry-bnss-section-173-3-dsp-permission-fir/ 💬 Drop a detailed comment: Is this the future of criminal law? #CriminalJustice #LegalReforms #legalserviceindia  

⚖️ Articles 25 & 26 under fire! Do these constitutional guarantees still hold meaning when temple donations are siphoned off?  👉 Full story: https://www.legalserviceindia.com/Legal-Articles/ram-mandir-scam-constitutional-temple-control-article-25-26/    #legalserviceindia #TempleRights #FaithAndLaw #CorruptionDebate  

  Mutual Consent Divorce in Delhi (2026 Guide): Fees, Time, Procedure & Court Process Mutual consent divorce in Delhi is the most efficient and hassle-free way for couples to legally separate when both partners agree. With rising awareness and the need for quicker resolutions, this method has become increasingly popular in India. In this guide, we explain the complete procedure, timeline, fees, and court process in simple terms. What Is Mutual Consent Divorce? Mutual consent divorce is governed under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 . It allows both spouses to jointly file a petition stating that they have been living separately and cannot continue the marriage. This form of divorce avoids lengthy litigation and reduces emotional stress. Step-By-Step Procedure Filing a joint petition by both spouses First motion hearing before the court Cooling-off period of 6 months Second motion hearing Final divorce decree Courts may waive the cooling-o...