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Court Upholds Death Sentence for Man Who Killed Mother and Consumed Her Organs, Comparing Act to Cannibalism: Bombay High Court
In a deeply unsettling judgment that has captured national attention, the Bombay High Court has upheld the death sentence for Sunil Kuchkoravi, who committed the heinous act of murdering his own mother. This ruling, rooted in the provisions of the Indian Penal Code, underscores critical issues surrounding domestic…
Considering Female Candidate for Employment Only When No Male Nominee Is Available Amounts to Gender Discrimination: Jharkhand High Court
In a pivotal judgment delivered by the High Court of Jharkhand at Ranchi, Justice Sanjay Kumar Dwivedi addressed significant employment rights concerning land losers under the Coal Mines Act. This ruling emphasizes the necessity for equitable treatment and employment opportunities for individuals whose lands are…
Art. 4(8) Law Of Divorce: Wife Refusing To Live With Husband And His Paramour Doesn't Mean She "Freely Consented" To Separation: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling under the Law of Divorce, the Bombay High Court addressed the complex issues surrounding de facto separation and the requirement of free consent for divorce. This judgment shines a light on the intricacies involved in divorce petitions and the standards that must be met under Article 4,…
Matrimonial Dispute Stays Between Couple; No Impleadment Allowed in Divorce Proceedings Under Section 13B of Hindu Marriage Act: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court has allowed an appeal regarding the dissolution of marriage between Smt. Kriti Goyal and Dev Suman Goyal. This decision comes in the context of a joint motion petition filed under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act. Case Background The appeal was filed under Section…
Court Allows Murder Accused's Plea To Preserve Call/Location Details, Expands Definition U/S 94 BNSS To Avoid "Miscarriage Of Justice": Rajasthan High Court
In a significant ruling, the Rajasthan High Court addressed the issue of evidence admissibility in criminal trials, specifically concerning the summoning of call details under Section 94 of the Bhartiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023. The petitioner, Mala Ram, is currently imprisoned and sought the production of…
Court Reiterates That Selection for ISRO Administrative Officer Post Is Not Arbitrary, Candidates Cannot Challenge Process After Participation: Delhi High Court
In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court dismissed a petition filed by Ravi Kumar challenging the selection results of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for the position of Administrative Officer. The court emphasized that candidates cannot contest the recruitment process if they did not raise objections…
Increasing Trend Of Police Encounters Despite Tamil Nadu Being A Better Law Enforcing State: Madras High Court
In a significant judgment delivered on September 27, 2024, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court addressed serious concerns regarding police conduct during encounters, specifically emphasizing the need for adherence to Section 176(1-A) of the Code of Criminal Procedure. This ruling is set against the backdrop of…
Writ Petition Challenging Labour Court's Order Under Workmen's Compensation Act Not Maintainable: Jharkhand High Court
In a significant ruling from the Jharkhand High Court, the case of Sanjay Karpri @ Sanjay Kumar Kapri highlights critical issues surrounding compensation claims under the Employee’s Compensation Act, 1923. The judgment, delivered by Hon’ble Justice Sanjay Prasad on September 4, 2024, focuses on the implications of the…
Auctioning Vehicle for Recovery of Small Quantity of Liquor is Improper, Bihar Prohibition & Excise Act 2016, High Court: Patna High Court
In a significant ruling under the Bihar Prohibition and Excise (Amendment) Act, 2018, the Patna High Court addressed issues surrounding the confiscation of a vehicle linked to a minor liquor offense. The case, Anita Devi vs. The State of Bihar, sheds light on the principles of natural justice and proportionality in…
Wife's Threats of Suicide and False Dowry Harassment Case Amount to Mental Cruelty: Madras High Court
In a significant judgment delivered by the Madras High Court, the marriage between the parties has been dissolved under Section 13(1)(ia) of the Hindu Marriage Act. The court concluded that the evidence presented confirmed allegations of mental cruelty and harassment, leading to the breakdown of the marriage. Case…
