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Accused Exploited Vulnerability, Sentences Four To 30 Yrs Rigorous Imprisonment For Gang Rape Of Migrant Woman: Kerala High Court
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India has acquitted defendants in the case of gang rape while upholding the convictions for other related offences. The judgment, delivered by Justice Dr. A.K.Jayashankaran Nambiar and Justice Syam Kumar V.M., addresses multiple legal aspects and highlights the nuances of…
Court Denies Bail to ISRO Employee Accused of Sharing Sensitive Information: Gujarat High Court
Ahmedabad, Gujarat: The Gujarat High Court has rejected a bail plea filed by Kalpeshkumar Babubhai Turi, an employee of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), who was arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information with a woman believed to be stationed in Pakistan. The Case: The case against Turi pertains…
State Should Exercise Parens Patriae Jurisdiction For Mentally Disabled Without Family Support: Madras High Court
In a significant ruling under the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court, presided over by Hon'ble Mr. Justice G.R. Swaminathan, has directed the state to take responsibility for a mentally ill adult lacking family support. The case, W.P.(MD)No.10956 of 2024, dealt with the plea of Mr.…
Arbitration Requires Dispute Arising From Agreement, Unrelated Disputes Ineligible for Arbitration: Rajasthan High Court
In a recent decision, the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jodhpur, presided over by Hon'ble Ms. Justice Rekha Borana, dismissed an arbitration application filed by M/s Blue City Indane seeking the appointment of an independent and impartial arbitrator to resolve disputes with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.…
No one can stop adults from living with or marrying person of their choice: Allahabad High Court
The case revolves around the marriage of an adult woman, aged 21, and a man, conducted according to Muslim rites on 17.04.2024. Despite their lawful union, legal complications arose when the first petitioner's uncle lodged an illegal FIR against the second petitioner, along with issuing threats to the first…
Death By One Blow Of Hammer On Head, Court Says Culpable Homicide On Sudden Provocation Not Murder, Intention To Kill Not Shown: Jharkhand High Court
In a significant judgment by the Jharkhand High Court dated May 1st, 2024, the court addressed the Criminal Appeal (DB) No. 1459 of 2023 concerning a conviction under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code. The case revolved around the appeal filed by Sri Ram Sharma, the appellant, against the State of Jharkhand, the…
Parental Love Or Concern Can't Fluster An Adult's Right To Choose The Person She Wants To Marry: Kerala High Court
In a landmark judgment, the Kerala High Court has reaffirmed the right to personal liberty and the freedom of choice in relationships, as enshrined in Articles 19 and 21 of the Constitution. The case involved Althaf J Muhammed, a 26-year-old civil engineering graduate and master's student at the Technical University…
Right Of Choice, Court Refuses To Put "Fetters" On Adult Woman's Decision To Live Separately From Parents: Kerala High Court
In a recent verdict by the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam, the Honourable Justices Raja Vijayaraghavan V and P.M. Manoj addressed a crucial matter under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, in WP(CRL.) No. 584 of 2024. Case Overview: The petitioner, Mr. XXXXX, father of Ms. X, filed a writ…
Arbitration Act Section 29A Allows Extension Requests Even After Arbitrator's Mandate Expires: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling on May 28, 2024, the Delhi High Court, presided over by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma, delivered an order in the case O.M.P.(MISC.)(COMM.) 120/2024 involving Glowsun Powergen Private Limited and Hammond Power Solutions Private Limited. The case pertains to the extension of the mandate…
302 IPC Murder Case, Non-Submission Of Murder Weapon For Forensic Examination Not Fatal To Prosecution Case When Direct Evidence Available: Jharkhand High Court
Ranchi, 24 May 2024 - The Jharkhand High Court has upheld the conviction and life sentence of Doman Murmu for the murder of Dhanai Kisku, reinforcing the initial judgment passed by the Additional Sessions Judge-III, Dumka, in S.T. Case No.08 of 2012. The ruling was delivered by a division bench comprising Justice…
