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Gujarat Courts' Practice Of Allowing Police To Seek Remand While Granting Anticipatory Bail Illegal : Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India addressed the misuse of anticipatory bail provisions and the role of restrictive conditions associated with anticipatory bail, particularly focusing on the State of Gujarat's practices. The judgment, delivered on August 7, 2024, sheds light on the need for careful…
Section 498A IPC, In-Laws Can't Be Booked Merely On Allegations That They Supported Husband Who Subjected Wife To Cruelty: Bombay High Court
In a significant judgment, the Bombay High Court quashed an FIR filed against family members of the primary accused under Section 498-A and Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The case highlights the increasing tendency to implicate relatives in domestic disputes without substantial evidence. Case Overview The…
Registering Authority Cannot Examine Subject Matter Of Sale Deed If It Does Not Have Any Defects: Jharkhand High Court
In a significant judgment, the High Court of Jharkhand has directed the District Sub-Registrar, Koderma to register a sale-deed that was previously refused. The decision highlights crucial aspects of the Registration Act, 1908 and the Chota Nagpur Tenancy Act, 1908, particularly focusing on the rights related to the…
Court Can't Declare Equivalence Of Qualification: Supreme Court Affirms View That B.Sc(Polymer Chemistry) Isn't Equal To B.Sc (Chemistry)
The Supreme Court of India recently delivered a significant judgment affirming the decisions of the Kerala Administrative Tribunal (KAT) and the High Court of Kerala regarding the eligibility criteria for the post of High School Assistant (Physical Science). The case, Civil Appeal No(s). 4468 of 2013, titled Shifana…
Court confirms death sentence of man who kidnapped, murdered 7-year-old: Punjab and Haryana High Court
In a landmark judgment, the High Court has upheld the capital punishment of Sukhjinder Singh @ Sukha, who was convicted for the brutal murder of a seven-year-old boy under Section 302 and Section 364-A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The case, which sent shockwaves through the town of Makhu, exemplifies the court's…
Examine 'Cause Of Delay' & Not 'Length Of Delay', Condone Delay If There's Sufficient Cause : Supreme Court
The case revolves around a dispute involving the withdrawal of an original application (O.A. No. 3034 of 2018) and subsequent delays in filing a fresh application (O.A. No. 2066 of 2020) before the Tribunal. Key Facts: 1. Initial Tribunal Order: - The appellant's representation was initially unattended, prompting the…
Judicial Magistrate Can Order Voice Samples Of Accused For Investigation Of Crime: Gujarat High Court
Ahmedabad, July 16, 2024 – In a significant ruling, the Gujarat High Court upheld the discretionary powers of the judiciary under Section 73 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, regarding the comparison of voice samples. This decision came in the context of a quasi-civil proceeding, emphasizing the court's authority to…
Not Granting Divorce In A Dead Marriage Is 'Cruelty' To Both Husband And Wife: Uttarakhand High Court
NAINITAL, 1ST AUGUST, 2024 — The High Court of Uttarakhand has granted a divorce to Y and X, effectively ending their marriage due to prolonged separation and allegations of cruelty. The judgment, delivered by Hon’ble Chief Justice Ms. Ritu Bahri and Hon’ble Justice Rakesh Thapliyal, marks a significant development in…
No Premeditation, Court Quashes Attempt To Murder Charge Against Man Booked For Pouring Rat Poison In Wife's Mouth During Quarrel: Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court delivered a crucial judgment today in the matter of Criminal Appeal No. 430 of 2021, involving Namdeo Ramchandra Chormule versus The State of Maharashtra. This decision is pivotal for understanding how appeals can impact sentencing, especially in cases involving severe criminal charges. Case…
Court Denies Bail in Rs 781.39 Crore GST Fraud Case Involving Fake Firms and Bogus Invoices: Jharkhand High Court
Ranchi: In a significant ruling on July 31, 2024, the Jharkhand High Court, under the judgment of Subhash Chand, J., denied bail to Gupta, who is accused of masterminding the creation of 133 fake firms, committing forgery and fraud to evade Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST). This case, identified as B.A. No.4764…
