Can a Prime Minister or Chief Minister effectively govern from behind bars while facing serious criminal charges? This question has long exposed a gap in India’s constitutional framework, where no clear provision prevents detained leaders from retaining high office. The 130thConstitutional Amendment Bill, 2025, introduced in Parliament, seeks to close this loophole, ensuring that public trust and constitutional integrity remain paramount in India’s democratic system.

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In an era where smartphones, AI-driven technologies, and IoT devices dominate daily life, every click, post, and interaction leaves a digital footprint. These traces are increasingly pivotal in criminal investigations, capable of either clinching a conviction or unravelling a case. Recognising this seismic shift, India’s criminal justice system has undergone a transformative overhaul with the introduction of three landmark legislations: the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), andBharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA). These codes replace outdated frameworks, modernising the handling of digital evidence to align with the complexities of the digital age.

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Aryan is a household name in India, a Bollywood superstar whose journey from humble beginnings to cinematic stardom has captivated millions. With a string of blockbuster films, multiple awards, and a massive fan base, his name, voice, and image are instantly recognisable. Beyond fame, Aryan’s identity, his persona, has become a valuable asset, embodying years of hard-earned goodwill, respect, and commercial potential.

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External Advocates vs. In-House Counsel: The scope of legal privilege protecting confidential communications with lawyers in India differs significantly depending on whether the advisor is an external, practicing advocate or a salaried, in-house counsel.

• By-Naman Singhal
  Student, 2ndYear, Himachal PradeshNational Law University, Shimla,(H.P.)

On October 31, 2025, the Supreme Court of India issued a crucial order in a suo motu reference, In re: Summoning Advocates Who Give Legal Opinion or Represent Parties During Investigation of Cases and Related Issues, to protect the confidential relationship between lawyers and their clients from unwarranted interference by investigating agencies. The ruling addresses the problematic practice of police summoning advocates merely for providing legal advice or representation in criminal matters.

• By - Yuvika Singh Lathar,
  a second-year law student at Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla.

Time limits are a cornerstone of India’s justice system, designed to ensure finality and prevent stale claims from lingering indefinitely. The Limitation Act, 1963, prescribes specific periods within which legal proceedings must be initiated. However, as guardians of fairness, Indian courts often face situations where rigid adherence to these deadlines could lead to injustice, particularly in cases involving broader public interest.

• By - Yuvika Singh Lathar,
  a second-year law student at Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla.

On October 29, 2025, the Supreme Court of India issued a major order in the case of Aman Kumar v. The State of Bihar, bringing sharp focus to a significant failing within the criminal justice system: the prolonged delay in framing charges.

• By- STUTI SHARMA, Student, 1st Year, Himachal PradeshNational Law University, Shimla

The Supreme Court, in its judgment on October 28, 2025, overturned the High Court's conviction of a government official in a corruption case, reaffirming the principle that suspicion cannot replace proof when the fundamental elements of demand and acceptance of a bribe are unproven.

• By- - Bhumika Garg, Student, 1st Year, Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla