Prisoners

Bombay HC Urges State Government to Prioritize Mental Health of Prisoners

The Bombay High Court has directed the Maharashtra government to submit an affidavit outlining measures to safeguard the mental health…

4 months ago

Addressing the Plight of Undertrial Prisoners in India

The adage "justice delayed is justice denied" highlights a critical flaw in the criminal justice system: the prolonged detention of…

6 months ago

Delhi HC Rejects PIL for Undertrial Prisoner Release Due to Overcrowding

The Delhi High Court has dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking guidelines for the release of undertrial prisoners due…

7 months ago

Delhi HC Directs Measures for Prisoners’ Mental Health and Reintegration

The Delhi High Court recently emphasized the need for delicate care in addressing the mental health concerns of convicts who…

1 year ago

Prisoners Released On Parole During COVID-19 Must Surrender Within 15 days: SC

The Supreme Court has issued an important directive on Friday, ordering all prisoners who were released on emergency parole by…

2 years ago

Delhi HC: Prisons Are Correctional Institutions, Should Be Recognized As Such

The Delhi High Court ruled on Friday that prisons are correctional institutions and should be recognised as such. It went…

2 years ago