Custodial Violence: Truth from the Cell

Abdul Rahim’s story is not just one man’s painful experience—it is a mirror reflecting a brutal and persistent reality in India’s justice system. In a recent interview with The News Minute’s “In Public Interest,” Rahim opened up about the custodial violence he faced three years ago in Chennai. Despite suffering…

Doctor Fined in Birth Injury

The family filed a complaint with the Andhra Pradesh State Consumer Commission, which held the doctor liable for negligence. The matter was later appealed to the NCDRC, where the earlier ruling was upheld. NCDRC Observations & Ruling The Commission concluded that the injuries were directly linked to improper handling during…

Misdiagnosis Leads to ₹13L Award

Udupi, Karnataka – A devastating case of medical misdiagnosis has led to a life-altering setback for Shivakumar Shettigar, a 43-year-old industrial nurse, who lost an overseas employment opportunity after being wrongly diagnosed with Hepatitis C. Legal Battle & Outcome Shettigar approached the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in Udupi, seeking…

Wrong Leg Operated,Vilupuram

Villupuram, Tamil Nadu (July 2025) – In a startling case of alleged medical negligence, N. Marimuthu,a 46‑year‑old bus conductor from Vinayagapuram near Periyathachur was admitted to the Villupuram Government Medical College Hospital on June 30 for pain and swelling in his right knee, diagnosed via MRI with ligament tears in two areas…

Police Brutality in India: The Way Forward

Police brutality in India is not an isolated issue—it is deeply rooted in the structures of policing, governance, and society itself. From custodial deaths to fake encounters, from crackdowns on protests to systemic discrimination, instances of police violence continue to be widespread, yet rarely lead to accountability. This blog explores…

Right to Education: Promise Unfulfilled

Education is the cornerstone of a just, equal, and progressive society. In India, this vision was firmly embedded into our constitutional framework through Article 21A, which guarantees the Right to Free and Compulsory Education for every child aged 6 to 14 years. This constitutional promise took concrete shape through the…

SC Judgments That Shaped Juvenile Justice

At Justice League Foundation, we believe that every child deserves a nurturing environment that protects their rights and promotes their growth, even when they come into conflict with the law.  The juvenile justice system is not merely about penalizing young offenders: it is about rehabilitation, compassion, and giving children a…

UNCRC in India: A Promise Yet to Be Fulfilled

When we speak about children’s rights in India, many people respond with skepticism.  “It’s idealistic.”  “It’s not practical in our country.”  “Our social realities are too complicated.” But here’s the truth: no child should wait for society to be perfect to be protected. Rights are not luxuries. They are lifelines.…

Children’s Voices, Missing in Policy

By Justice League Foundation “Children are not things to be molded, but people to be unfolded.” – Jess Lair Introduction: The Silent Majority India is home to over 400 million children, making up nearly one-third of the population. They are the most significant stakeholders in our nation’s future. Yet, when…

Human Rights Violations in Hospitals

Hospitals are meant to be places of healing, compassion, and care. Yet, ironically, they sometimes become spaces where human dignity is compromised, voices are silenced, and rights are violated. Across the world—and even in progressive nations—patients, especially the marginalized, face systemic neglect, abuse, and discrimination within healthcare institutions. It is…