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BJP Leader Requests Time to Amend Defective Affidavit in Defamation Case Against Dhruv Rathee
In an ongoing legal battle between Suresh Karamshi Nakhua (the plaintiff) and Dhruv Rathee (the defendant), the Delhi District Court has allowed the plaintiff additional time to file certain documents in his defense. This decision came after the defendant raised objections regarding procedural discrepancies in the…
Javed Akhtar Acquitted in RSS Defamation Case: Mumbai Court
In a recent case heard before the Judicial Magistrate (First Class), 27th Court, Mulund, Mumbai, a decision was made regarding a legal complaint filed by Santosh Ramswaroop Dubey against Javed Akhtar. The case, titled C.C. No. 837/Misc/2021, involved allegations under Section 499 (Defamation) read with Section 500…
Necessity to Invoke Kerala Anti-Social Activities Act Should Be Evaluated if Peace-Keeping Proceedings Under Section 107 CrPC Are Already Initiated: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has recently upheld an externment order issued under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 2007 (KAAPA Act) against a petitioner, despite ongoing proceedings under Section 107 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC). The court ruled that the two sets of proceedings serve distinct…
Supreme Court Amends Rules for Court Sittings and Petition Hearings During Holidays and Partial Working Days
The Supreme Court of India has made significant amendments to the Supreme Court Rules, 2013, under the powers conferred by Article 145 of the Constitution of India, with approval from the President. The changes, officially published on November 6, 2024, come into force immediately. These amendments aim to streamline…
Bengaluru Court Restrains Swiggy from Assigning Third-Party Rights on ESOPs of Former Assistant VP
In a significant legal development, a Bengaluru city civil and sessions court has passed an interim order temporarily restraining Swiggy, the popular food delivery platform, from transferring or creating any third-party rights over the employee stock options (ESOPs) held by Arun Cyril, a former Assistant Vice…
Lokayukta Requests Report on Alleged Illegal Land Allotment to BJP State Chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule : Maharashtra
The Lokayukta of Maharashtra has recently taken cognizance of a complaint lodged against the allocation of a 5-hectare land parcel in Nagpur to Shri Mahalakshmi Jagdamba Sansthan, a trust headed by Chandrashekhar Bawankule, the State Chief of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The land, located in Koradi area, was…
Courts Convicts Man for Acid Attack on Wife Amid Divorce Proceedings: Karkardooma Courts
In a significant ruling on October 25, 2024, the Karkardooma Courts in Delhi convicted Ankit Kumar under Section 326-A of the Indian Penal Code for the heinous crime of throwing acid on his wife, resulting in grievous injuries. This judgment sheds light on the urgent need to address domestic violence and protect the…
Bar Council of India Disqualifies 107 Fake Advocates in Delhi
In a significant move to uphold the integrity of the legal profession, the Bar Council of India (BCI) has successfully removed 107 fake advocates from the Roll of Advocates in Delhi between 2019 and October 2024. This initiative reflects the BCI's unwavering commitment to maintaining professionalism and accountability…
AIBE XIX Rescheduled to December 22; Registration Deadline Extended
The Bar Council of India (BCI) has announced that the 19th edition of the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) will now take place on December 22. According to the notification released on October 25, the following important dates have been established: - Last date for online registration: November 15 - Last date for…
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[Divorce case] RTI Dilemma Arises at Central Information Commission Due to Divorce Dispute
In a recent decision by the Central Information Commission, the case of Amit Sharma vs Life Insurance Corporation of India has shed light on important provisions of the Right to Information Act, 2005. The case revolves around the request made by Amit Sharma for information regarding insurance policies held by his…
