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Courts should award litigation costs to wife at outset in matrimonial case filed by husband: Calcutta High Court
In a significant ruling, the Learned Additional District Judge 2nd Court Contai Purba Medinipur delivered a judgment highlighting crucial aspects of litigation costs under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act 1955. The case, titled J.Misc Case no. 11 of 2018 - Partha Sakha Maity v. Bijali Maiti (paria), addressed…
S.319 CrPC, Stronger Evidence Needed To Summon Person As Additional Accused During Trial : Supreme Court
In a recent landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has made a significant ruling in Criminal Appeal No. 2367 of 2024 and Criminal Appeal No. 2368 of 2024, which arose from S.L.P. (CRL.) No. 5530 of 2023 and S.L.P. (CRL.) No. 6321 of 2024 respectively. The judgment delves into a crucial aspect of criminal law…
Can disputes be referred to arbitration if some contracts don't have arbitration clause? Delhi High Court
In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court made a significant decision under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, addressing a complex dispute involving multiple contracts. The case, titled ARB.P. 143/2024, involved a legal battle between two parties, Sumit Ghosh & Associates (SPPL) and Delhi Development…
Supreme Court refuses to hear PIL to stop namesake, imposter candidates from contesting polls
In a recent judicial ruling under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, Justice Prathiba M. Singh, presiding over the case of Surya Processors Pvt. Ltd. versus Shree Jai Gurudev Textile Agencies, has made a significant decision regarding arbitration proceedings. The Case Details: The case revolved around…
Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, Plea Of Juvenility Can Be Raised At Any Stage Even After Disposal Of Case : Supreme Court
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has directed a thorough inquiry into the age determination of Rahul Kumar Yadav, a key figure in a criminal appeal case under Criminal Appeal No. 177 of 2018 and Criminal Appeal No. 214 of 2018. The case involves complex legal arguments surrounding the Juvenile…
Non-Bailable Warrants Shouldn't Be Issued Unless Accused Charged With Heinous Crime Is Likely To Abscond Or Destroy Evidence: Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has delivered a judgment in the Criminal Appeal arising out of Special Leave Petition (Criminal) No. 1074 of 2017 and others, concerning an alleged fraud case in Uttar Pradesh. Here's a detailed breakdown of the judgment and its implications: Background of the Case:…
Section 205 CrPC, Court Can Exempt Accused From Personal Appearance Before Grant Of Bail : Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India has recently issued a detailed judgment granting relief in several criminal cases originating from Uttar Pradesh. The judgments, delivered on May 1, 2024, by Justices Sanjiv Khanna and S.V.N. Bhatti, involve crucial considerations of anticipatory bail, summoning orders, and the issuance of…
Extending Benefits Of Better Terms Of Gratuity To Be Decided By Employer, Employee Cannot Claim It As Right: Kerala High Court
In a recent judgment delivered by The Honourable Mr. Justice M.A.ABDUL HAKHIM at the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam, a writ petition bearing WP(C) NO.10071 OF 2016 was dismissed. The case involved a petition by The KMML Retired Officers Association represented by its President K.VIJAYADS, challenging the payment of…
No Order Be Passed Without Examining Lawfulness Of 'Minutes Of Order' Filed By Advocates : Supreme Court To Bombay High Court
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India addressed critical issues surrounding the Land Acquisition Act and the protection of third-party rights in the construction of a compound wall. The case, Ajay Ishwar Ghute & Ors. v. Meher K. Patel & Ors., brought to light crucial legal questions regarding…
State Can Impose Stamp Duty On Insurance Policies Executed Within State : Supreme Court Rejects LIC's Challenge To Rajasthan's Demand
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India has provided a comprehensive clarification on the imposition of stamp duty for insurance policies under the Rajasthan Stamp Law Adaptation Act, 1952. This ruling, arising from the case of Life Insurance Corporation of India versus The State of Rajasthan…
