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Accused husband Samarth Singh has informed the Madhya Pradesh high court of his willingness to surrender in the Twisha Sharma dowry death case. His lawyer requested the trial court to hear his bail plea on the surrender day, a move opposed by the Solicitor General. The hearing also addressed a plea for a second post-mortem examination.

'Govt change sans violence best proof'

The Supreme Court expressed strong disapproval of Madhya Pradesh minister Kunwar Vijay Shah's controversial remarks, questioning the state government's decision on prosecuting him. Despite the Solicitor General suggesting the minister intended praise, the bench noted a lack of repentance and the statement's unfortunate impact. The court also directed the SIT to investigate other instances of the minister's objectionable statements.

The Centre argued before the Supreme Court that Article 25(1) on religious freedom doesn't mandate gender equality, as Articles 15 and 16 already prohibit sex discrimination. It urged courts to avoid interfering in religious practices, stating only the legislature can enact social reforms through broad discussions. The bench reserved its verdict.

The Supreme Court has strongly criticized the Madhya Pradesh government for delaying the decision on sanctioning prosecution for minister Kunwar Vijay Shah's "most unfortunate" remarks against Army officer Sofiya Qureshi. The court has ordered the state to comply with its earlier directive within four weeks, emphasizing that "enough is enough."

Advocating a hands-off approach for courts in religious matters, Solicitor General tushar mehta argued that social reform can only be undertaken by the legislature

Senior advocate tushar mehta's upcoming book criticizes some judges for exhibiting 'judicial bullying' due to excessive courtroom reverence. He argues that while judges face immense pressure, this cannot justify incivility, as the public expects high standards from an institution they cannot easily remove. Mehta highlights the power imbalance lawyers face when confronting arrogant judges.

The trailer for 'Chand Mera Dil' unveils Ananya Panday and Lakshya's intense romantic journey, moving from sweet beginnings to significant emotional conflict. Directed by Vivek Soni, the film hints at a past mistake by Lakshya's character, Aarav, that deeply impacts their relationship. With music by Sachin-Jigar, this drama promises a compelling narrative when it hits theaters on May 22.

Screenwriters Association Awards: Gulzar, Javed Akhtar, Aryan Khan, and Aditya Dhar Land Major Nods; ‘Black Warrant’, ‘Khauf’, ‘Paatal Lok’, and ‘Panchayat’ Lead in Series

The Supreme Court emphasized its reluctance to direct arrests, prioritizing evidence collection and witness protection. While monitoring investigations, the bench declined to comment on the merits of the Anil Ambani Group (ADAG) case, citing past collateral damage to reputations. The CBI has filed nine FIRs totaling Rs 27,337 crore against ADAG entities.

The makers of 'Chand Mera Dil' have released their new song, 'Khasiyat,' featuring Ananya Panday and Lakshya Lalwani, which is generating significant online buzz. Karan Johar shared the track, amplifying excitement for the film's May 22 release. While largely praised for its melody and chemistry, some mixed reactions have also surfaced.

Delhi High Court will appoint senior lawyers as amicus curiae to argue the case for Arvind Kejriwal and two other AAP functionaries who have chosen to boycott hearings in the liquor policy case. This comes after the individuals alleged bias and conflict of interest against the presiding judge.