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Payment Of Gratuity Act, State Employee Can't Be Denied Increased Gratuity Based On Central Govt's Enhanced Ceiling Limit: Tripura High Court
In a significant judgment, the Tripura High Court has ruled that the enhanced ceiling limit for gratuity payments under the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 applies to the employees of the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA). The decision came in response to a petition filed by a retired employee of the DRDA, who…
Tamil Nadu Govt Should Revisit Its Liquor Policy For Welfare Of Citizens; Present Rules Appear To Protect TASMAC Shops, Bars: Madras High Court
A resident of Trichy, D. Prabhu, challenged the decision of the District Collector to grant a liquor license to the S.S.Manamahil Mandram club in a Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Indian Constitution. The Petitioner's Argument Prabhu argued that granting the license would be against public interest and…
After Special Sunday Hearing, Court Allows BSP Leader Armstrong's Burial To Be Held At Thiruvallur: Madras High Court
Madras High Court has rejected a petition filed by Porkodi, wife of deceased political leader K. Armstrong, seeking permission to bury her husband on the grounds of the party office and build a memorial there. The court's decision highlights the importance of zoning regulations and land use restrictions in urban…
Court Acquits Death Row Convict After He Spends 10 Years In Jail, Grants Rs 5 Lakh Compensation: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has acquitted a man named Rajeev (name changed to protect privacy) who was accused of murder and sentenced to death by the lower court. The court found that the investigation into the case was shoddy and unprofessional, and the prosecution failed to provide convincing evidence to support the…
Court refuses to quash case against senior advocate who allegedly took ₹7 crore to bribe High Court judges: Telangana High Court
Hyderabad, June 24, 2024: In a significant judgment, the Telangana High Court has protected a senior advocate, Mr. Aditya Rao, from arrest in a case registered under the SC/ST Act and the Indian Penal Code. The Court highlighted the power to grant anticipatory bail under Section 482 CrPC in exceptional circumstances,…
Case Diaries Must Be Made Available Immediately After Filing Bail Application To Facilitate Decisions From First Hearing Itself: Jammu & Kashmir High Court
The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has issued a new directive aimed at streamlining bail applications. The court emphasizes the importance of providing the case diary for hearings on the first date, which should expedite the process. This new directive comes alongside the court's decision to grant bail in a…
Does live-streaming police action amount to obstruction of duty? Himachal Pradesh High Court answers
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh - In a judgment delivered on June 19, 2024, the Himachal Pradesh High Court quashed charges filed against Sita Ram Sharma under Section 186 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for obstructing a public servant in the discharge of their public functions. Case Details: Petitioner: Sita Ram Sharma…
Court Refuses To Stay Policeman's Conviction For Repeatedly Raping SC Woman: Punjab & Haryana High Court
Mohd. Azhar @ Antee (Azhar) was acquitted by the High Court of charges of rape and murder under Sections 302 and 376 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Section 4 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act), 2012. Key Points of the Case: Inconclusive Witness Testimony: The court found…
'Examine Dowry Death Matters From All Possible Angles; Justify How Case Falls Under S. 302, 304-B Or 306 IPC': Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Allahabad has ordered a retrial in several dowry death cases, emphasizing the need for a thorough and fair investigation. The court's decision underlines the importance of properly framing charges and conducting wide-spectrum investigations in such sensitive cases. Case…
Campus Violence By Teachers Is A Very Serious Matter, Cannot Be Condoned By Receiving An Apology Letter: Madras High Court
In a significant ruling, the Madras High Court has dismissed a petition seeking to quash criminal charges against teaching and non-teaching staff of Pachaiyappa's College who protested against the college management. The judgment, dated June 13, 2024, was delivered by Justice Dr. G. Jayachandran in CRL.OP.No.13726 of…
