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Court to Police Inspector who tore bail order, abused judge: Karnataka High Court
In a recent development at the Karnataka High Court, the Hon'ble Justice K. Natarajan has dismissed Writ Petition No.3463 of 2022 filed by Sri. Harish V, a police officer currently serving as Inspector of Police at the Anti Corruption Bureau in Chikkaballapura. The petition sought to quash criminal proceedings…
Court upholds death penalty of man for murder of his son, sister and her family: Bombay High Court
In a watershed ruling, the Supreme Court of India has affirmed the capital punishment meted out to XYZ, a convict found guilty of perpetrating multiple murders in a case that sent shockwaves across the nation. The judgment, delivered by a bench comprising Justice [Judge Name], Justice [Judge Name], and Justice [Judge…
Appellate Court Must Justify Waiver or Deposit of Minimum 20% Fine under Section 148 of NI Act: Kerala High Court Rules
In a recent landmark judgment, the Supreme Court provided clarity on the interpretation of Section 148 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, pertaining to the power of an Appellate Court to order payment pending an appeal against conviction. Case Background: The case involved two separate matters before the High…
Anticipatory Bail Application Can Be Considered Even After Cognizance Of Private Complaint Is Taken: Karnataka High Court
1. Case Overview: The High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru, recently pronounced a crucial judgment in Criminal Appeal No. 390 of 2024 concerning the grant of anticipatory bail under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. 2. Details of the Case: The appeal involved Ramanjaneyulu and Bhaskar Narasimhaiah as…
No Contributory Negligence By Car Driver Who Rammed Into Truck From Behind Due To Non-Functional Brake Lights: Bombay High Court
In a recent judgment by the High Court of Judicature at Bombay, Civil Appellate Jurisdiction, First Appeal No. 939 of 2023, with Cross Objection (ST) No. 28149 of 2022, the court ruled in favor of the claimants in a motor accident compensation case. The case involved The New India Assurance Co. Ltd. as the Appellant…
Section 302 IPC: Supreme Court's Stricter Stance on Bail in Custodial Death Case
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has set aside the bail granted to a police constable accused in a custodial death case. The case, which involves serious allegations under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), pertains to the death of a person in police custody in Uttar Pradesh. Case…
Lok Sabha Election 2024, Dismisses Plea Questioning Gap Between Date of Polling and Date of Counting: Madras High Court
In a recent development, the Madras High Court, presided over by Chief Justice Sanjay V. Gangapurwala and Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy, addressed a petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India. The case titled Ezhilan vs. The Chief Election Commissioner & Ors raised concerns regarding the…
Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case, Issued Documents For Convicts To Travel Back To Sri Lanka: Sri Lankan High Commission Tells Madras High Court
In a recent development, the Madras High Court has rendered a verdict on Writ Petition No. 7484 of 2024, concerning a plea for a Writ of Mandamus under Article 226 of the Constitution of India. The case involves Srikaran V @ Murugan as the petitioner and the Director of Rehabilitation, Chennai, and District Collector,…
Court upholds ₹3 crore compensation to wife under Domestic Violence Act: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling under Section 18 of the Domestic Violence Act 2024, the Honorable Justice Sharmila U. Deshmukh delivered a landmark judgment ensuring justice for victims of domestic violence. The case, titled XYZ vs. ABC, addressed various aspects of domestic violence, including acts committed in both India…
Public Assembling, Demonstrating Against Police Not An Offence When There Is No Prohibitory Order Under S.144 CrPC: Madras High Court
In a significant ruling, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court, presided over by Justice M. Dhandapani, has quashed First Information Reports (FIRs) against protesters involved in alleged unlawful assembly cases. The court's decision came in response to Crl.O.P.(MD)Nos.8122 and 8164 of 2022, involving similar…
