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Verdictum: Your Trusted Source for Legal News and Supreme Court and High Court Decisions

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In the modern legal environment, access to accurate and timely legal information has become more important than ever. Lawyers, law students, judges, corporate professionals, academicians, and even ordinary citizens rely heavily on legal news platforms to stay updated with the latest developments in the judiciary. From landmark Supreme Court judgments to crucial High Court observations, legal reporting plays a vital role in shaping awareness and understanding of the Indian legal system. Among the growing number of legal news platforms in India, Verdictum has established itself as a trusted and reliable source for legal news, court decisions, and judicial analysis. The platform provides comprehensive coverage of the Supreme Court, various High Courts, tribunals, and important legal developments across the country. With a strong focus on authenticity, clarity, and speed, Verdictum has become a preferred destination for individuals seeking reliable legal updates and court-related news. The...
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How Are Judges Appointed in India’s Higher Courts? A Deep Dive into the Process

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The High Courts and The Supreme Court of India are designated as the Higher court of India where judicial appointments are made through multi-stage process and through structured protocol designed to ensure the independent working of the judicial system. Let's take a deep dive into how judges are appointed. There is various Constitutional Framework or protocol that refers to the set of principles, procedures and provisions laid down by the constitution of India for structuring and restructuring of the powers and responsibilities of the Indian machinery like legislative and Judiciary. Here are mentioned the list of constitutional framework for the appointment of Judges at Supreme Court and at Various High Courts of the country. 1. Constitutional Framework The appointment of judges is governed by: Article 124 – Supreme Court Judges ·          Deals with the appointment of Supreme Court judges. ·      ...
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A Complete Guide to the Bombay High Court: History, Important Judgements and Insights

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Introduction of Bombay High Court The Bombay High Court is one of the oldest High Courts in India, established on August 14, 1862. It is the highest judicial authority in the state of Maharashtra and Goa, and it has jurisdiction over the Union Territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. 1. Key Facts About Bombay High Court: • Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra • Bench Jurisdiction: Also has benches in Nagpur, Aurangabad, and Panaji (Goa) • Chief Justice: Appointed by the President of India • Language of Proceedings: English • Authority: Exercises jurisdiction over civil, criminal, and constitutional matters in Maharashtra and Goa. 2. Functions & Powers: 1. Appellate Authority: Hears appeals from lower courts and tribunals. 2. Writ Jurisdiction: Can issue writs (such as habeas corpus, mandamus, certiorari, prohibition, and quo warranto) under Article 226 of the Indian Constitution. 3. Judicial Review: Ensures that laws and executive actions comply with the Constitution. 4. S...
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Meghalaya High Court History, Landmark Judgements, and Everything You Should Know

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The highest court in the Indian state of Meghalaya is the Meghalaya High Court. Following its separation from the   Gauhati High Court’s   jurisdiction, it was formally constituted on March 23, 2013, under the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) and Other Related Laws (Amendment) Act, 2012.The Meghalayan capital, Shillong, is home to the High Court. In terms of civil, criminal, constitutional, and other legal issues, it has jurisdiction over the whole state of Meghalaya. The President of India appoints the Chief Justice and additional justices to the court, much like in other Indian High Courts. English is used primarily, as in the majority of Indian High Courts. It makes sure that the Constitution’s fundamental rights are upheld and hears appeals, writ petitions, and other cases from Meghalaya’s lower courts and tribunals. 1.  Meghalaya High Court history A. Before Meghalaya Had Its Own High Court Prior to 2013, Meghalaya lacked a High Court of its own. o Through a perm...
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Andhra Pradesh High Court: Everything You Need to Know About Its Legacy

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The Andhra Pradesh High Court was established in 1954 Guntur in Andhra Pradesh. The Court, which has its headquarters in Nelapadu, Amaravati, and was established on January 1, 2019, in accordance with a presidential order dated December 26, 2018, after Andhra Pradesh and Telangana were split apart, is the highest court in the state. The Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court at the moment is Shri Dhiraj Singh Thakur. According to Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution , it has sole appellate and writ jurisdiction over the state of Andhra Pradesh. Site assessments are being conducted in order to facilitate judicial access in the Rayalaseema region, and a permanent High Court bench is being proposed at Kurnool. To preserve the purity of the environment, the court strongly ordered TTD and others to halt unapproved construction around Tirumala Hills in March 2025. 1. Andhra Pradesh High Court History The political and administrative shifts in the state have had a major impact on ...
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