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Private schools can't deny admission to EWS kids included by State in Right to Education Act list: Allahabad High Court
Lucknow, July 25, 2024: In a significant judgment under the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 (RTE Act), the High Court of Allahabad has directed a school to admit a 4-year-old student who was initially denied admission despite being selected through a government-sponsored online application…
Dismissed After 2 Yrs Without Any Opportunity For Hearing: Chattisgarh High Court Sets Aside Cancellation Of Anganbadi Sahayika's Appointment
Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh – In a significant judgment, the High Court of Chhattisgarh has set aside the termination of Smt. Anusuiya Bai, who was removed from her position as Anganwadi Sahayika in Village Kumhalori, Rajnandgaon district, due to procedural lapses and violation of principles of natural justice. Background:…
Gujarat Value Added Tax Act, 'Purchase Price' Definition Doesn't Include Value Added Tax : Supreme Court
In a significant ruling by the Supreme Court of India, the interpretation of Gujarat Value Added Tax Act, 2003 has been clarified regarding the inclusion of Value Added Tax (VAT) and unclaimed tax credits in the calculation of taxable turnover of purchases. This decision, delivered on August 2, 2024, provides a…
Merely Abducting Woman Not An Offence U/S 366 IPC, Intention To Marry Or Force Intercourse Must Be Proved: Chhattisgarh High Court
High Court Verdict on Kidnapping Case: Conviction Upheld for Section 363 IPC, Overturned for Section 366 IPC and POCSO Act In a recent judgment, the High Court of Chhattisgarh has delivered a nuanced verdict on a significant criminal case involving kidnapping and sexual assault allegations. The case was meticulously…
Court issues SOP for police protection of couples facing threats for choice of partner: Rajasthan High Court
In a landmark judgment delivered by the Rajasthan High Court, the court has issued a comprehensive directive for ensuring enhanced police protection to individuals facing threats from social actors or groups. This ruling, which centers on the procedural framework for addressing such threats, outlines a detailed…
Section. 498A IPC, Supreme Court Sets Aside Bail Condition That Husband Should Fulfill All Physical & Financial Requirements Of Wife
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India, in Criminal Appeal No. of 2024 (Arising out of SLP (Crl.) No.2011 of 2024), has set aside onerous conditions imposed by the Patna High Court for granting provisional pre-arrest bail to Sudeep Chatterjee, accused under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)…
Section 106 Evidence Act, Accused Can't Be Asked To Discharge Burden Of Proof When Prima Facie Case Wasn't Established By Prosecution: Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India overturned the conviction of Manharan Rajwade, who had been sentenced to life imprisonment for the alleged murder of his wife, Geeta. The judgment, delivered on July 25, 2024, by Justices Abhay S. Oka, Prashant Kumar Mishra, and Augustine George Masih, highlights…
Court asks lawyer to follow up on ice cream party promise after restoring his membership: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh Bench at Gwalior addressed a crucial issue regarding the membership of a practicing advocate, Ram Sahai Chiroliya, in the District Bar Association, Datia. The case, W.P. No.14547/2020, was heard by Hon'ble Justice Anand Pathak and Hon'ble Justice Rajendra Kumar…
Indian Succession Act, Surety Only Required For Issuing Letters Of Administration, Not For Issuance Of Probate Of Will: Gujarat High Court
In a significant legal development, the High Court has modified a previous order regarding the issuance of a probate certificate, easing the procedural requirements for the appellant. The judgment pertains to Civil Miscellaneous Application No. 1039 of 2022 and has been delivered on July 1, 2024 by Justices Biren…
Consensual Relationship With Married Man, Woman Was Adult Enough, Court Quashes Case Against Man Accused Of Raping Victim For 31 Yrs: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Bombay has quashed the First Information Report (FIR) No. 303/2018, originally registered with Powai Police Station and subsequently transferred to Mulund Police Station. The decision, delivered by Justice Dr. Neela Gokhale and Justice A. S. Gadkari, addresses allegations of…
