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Lawyer Sentenced To 3 Years In Jail For Sending Obscene Messages To Woman Judge: Lucknow Court
In a landmark judgment, a court in Lucknow sentenced lawyer Abhay Pratap to three years imprisonment and fined him ₹61,000 for sending obscene messages to a female judicial officer. The verdict marks a significant development in the area of digital harassment and stalking, emphasizing the seriousness of online…
Divorce Settlement Results in Acquittal: Judicial Magistrate First Class Court Delivers Verdict
The case involves a matrimonial dispute between Smt. Jyothi.M (the appellant) and V. Jayachandra (the respondent). The conflict arose due to a divorce petition filed by the appellant, leading to legal proceedings involving accusations related to marital obligations and responsibilities. Facts of the Case: The…
Customs Officers Assaulting Complainant To ‘Extract Truth’ Not Acting Beyond Official Duties: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant judgment, the Rajasthan High Court has ruled in favor of customs officers accused of assaulting a complainant during an interrogation. The case involved allegations of grievous hurt and torture against the officers, but the Court set aside the criminal proceedings, citing the lack of sanction under…
Conviction In Significant Dishonoured Cheque Case Under Section 138 NI Act: JMFC, Saket Court
In a significant ruling by the JMFC, South-East Delhi, M/s Triveni Silk Mills and its partners, Shakti Jaggi and Bhupinder Jaggi, have been convicted under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (NI Act) for dishonouring cheques issued to Mr. Rajeev Kumar, the complainant. The case arose after the accused…
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[Advocates FEE BCI] Mandatory Minimum Fee Structure for Advocates in India: BCI
Here is the legal fee structure in a table format: | Service | Approximate Fees (INR) | Fee Structure | |--------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------|--------------------------| | Legal Consultation & Advice | | | | Legal C
Employee Has No Right To Choose Posting Location Or Designation: Orissa High Court
In a recent decision by the Orissa High Court, the case of Kishore Biswal (Petitioner) versus Union of India and other respondents was heard. The petitioner challenged the order passed by the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) which had dismissed his original application regarding his absorption and posting within…
Court Discharges Monet Ispat From CBI's Coal Scam Case Following Amalgamation With JSW Steel: Delhi Court
In a significant legal development, a Delhi court on Tuesday discharged Monet Ispat, now amalgamated with JSW Steels, from an ongoing investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The CBI had previously accused the company of criminal conspiracy and criminal breach of trust under the Indian Penal Code…
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[LLB Internship]Guidelines for LLB Internship Programme in the Department of Legal Affairs:{17 January last day to apply}
The Department of Legal Affairs (DOLA) organizes an Internship Programme to help young law students and graduates familiarize themselves with the operations of the department. Interns will be exposed to various aspects of legal work such as research, referencing, court functions, legal advice in specialized fields…
Court Convicts Gang for Human Trafficking and Exploitation of Minor for Illicit Intercourse, Justice Served in Kottayam
In a significant judgment, the Kerala High Court recently delivered its ruling on Criminal Appeal Nos.485, 487, 540, 566, and 671 of 2016, which revolved around charges of human trafficking, illegal detention, and sexual exploitation of a minor under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The case brought to…
Case Against MP Thol Thirumavalavan Over Alleged Comments on Hindu Women Quashed, References Manusmriti: Madras High Court
The High Court of Madras, in a recent ruling, quashed a private criminal complaint filed against Thol. Thirumavalavan, President of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and Member of Parliament, in the case C.C.No.35 of 2021, pending before the District Munsif-cum-Judicial Magistrate, Peraiyur, Madurai District.…
