Delhi High Court Says Government Office Touts Cannot Thrive Without Official Support, Upholds Corruption Conviction

Introduction: The Delhi High Court has emphasised that the existence and influence of touts in government offices cannot be viewed in isolation from the conduct of public officials who are responsible for providing the relevant services. Observing that such intermediaries cannot operate freely without the involvement, protection or encouragement of officials working within the administrative […]

Himachal Pradesh High Court Quashes Look Out Circular in Property Dispute, Says Mere Apprehension Cannot Justify Travel Restrictions

Introduction: The Himachal Pradesh High Court has quashed a Look Out Circular (LOC) issued against a British citizen in connection with a property dispute, holding that such a measure cannot be sustained merely on the basis of apprehension without material showing that the person concerned is attempting to evade the law. Justice Sandeep Sharma ruled […]

Supreme Court Reaffirms That Fresh Tax Claims Cannot Be Raised in Revision Without a Valid Revised Return

Introduction: The Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed an important principle governing income tax assessments: an assessee cannot ordinarily use revisional proceedings to introduce a fresh claim for deductions that was not made through a revised return filed within the period prescribed by law. The ruling underscores the significance of complying with statutory requirements while […]

Supreme Court Directs Railways to Extend Insurance to Counter Tickets from October 27, Holds Railway Board Accountable for Non-Compliance

Introduction: The Supreme Court of India has directed the Indian Railways to extend insurance coverage to passengers purchasing railway tickets at reservation counters, bringing them at par with passengers booking their tickets online. The direction, which must be implemented within two weeks with effect from October 27, 2026, seeks to address the disparity in insurance […]