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Historic verdict on NOC for mining: Consideration should be made on the basis of existing rules, Kerala High Court rules on extension P5 guidelines
In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court delivered a judgment on WP(C) NO. 33324 OF 2023 related to the grant of No Objection Certificate (NOC) for quarrying activities. The case involved a petitioner, A.H. Sheriff, who sought an NOC for mining granite from revenue puramboke land. Key Highlights: 1. Background:…
Persons with Disabilities Act : Persons With Disabilities Must Be Given Choice To Be Posted At Preferred Place | Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court, in a case related to the transfer of a government employee with a disability, has set aside the transfer order, emphasizing the rights protected under the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995. Case…
Custodial Confessions Unveiled: Evidence Act: Section 27 Interpreted in Murder Case - Perumal Raja Convicted
In a recent judgment, the Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Perumal Raja under the Indian Evidence Act, specifically focusing on Section 27. The case involves the gruesome murder of Rajini @ Rajinikanth, shedding light on the nuanced interpretation of "custody" and the admissibility of statements made during…
Supreme Court Quashes FIR in Ajeet Singh Case, Cites Lack of Grounds for Prosecution
Introduction: In a recent judgment, the Supreme Court of India, under Criminal Appeal No. 32 of 2024, arising from Special Leave Petition (Crl.) no.147 of 2017, has quashed the FIR registered against Ajeet Singh at Police Station Naka, District Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The case involved allegations under Sections 376…
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC): Dissenting Creditors' Rights Clarified
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court, in the case of Your Name vs. Committee of Creditors, has delivered a detailed judgment shedding light on the rights of dissenting financial creditors under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). The judgment, dated January 3, 2024, addresses the complexities surrounding…
Section 357A of Cr.P.C. Provides Compensation to Rape Victims Even Before 2009. Rajasthan High Court
In a groundbreaking decision, the Rajasthan High Court, in the case of Anoop Kumar Dhand vs. State of Rajasthan, has shed light on the applicability of Section 357A of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.) and the Rajasthan Victim Compensation Scheme, 2011. The judgment addresses the critical issue of compensating…
Civil Procedure Code Allows Rejection of Appeal for Non-payment of Court Fee: Kerala High Court
Civil Procedure Code Allows Rejection of Appeal for Non-payment of Court Fee: Kerala High Court In a recent judgment delivered on December 8, 2023, the Kerala High Court, presided over by Justice A. Badharudeen, addressed a crucial issue pertaining to the rejection of appeals due to non-payment of court fees. The…
Candidacy cannot be canceled for minor errors": Supreme Court gives relief to police candidate under Article 142
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India, in a judgment dated January 02, 2024, has granted relief to Vashist Narayan Kumar in Civil Appeal No. 1 of 2024 arising out of SLP (C) No. 12230 of 2023. The case pertains to a dispute between Vashist Narayan Kumar (the appellant) and The State of Bihar &…
Income Tax Act | Section 119(2)(B) Application Cannot Be Rejected on Vague Grounds: Gujarat HC Grants Amit Hospital Relief
In a significant ruling, the Gujarat High Court, in a case under Section 119(2)(b) of the Income Tax Act, 1961 (hereinafter referred to as "the Act"), provided relief to M/S Amit Hospital Pvt. Ltd. in Special Civil Application No. 20543 of 2023. The case revolved around the rejection of the hospital's application…
A Triumph for Justice - Supreme Court's Landmark Decision in Vashist Narayan Kumar Case
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has delivered a judgment that could have far-reaching implications for candidates facing discrepancies in their application forms for government exams. The case, officially known as Civil Appeal No. 1 of 2024 - Vashist Narayan Kumar vs. The State of Bihar & Ors.,…
