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Premature Complaint and Cheque Dishonour Under Section 138 NI Act Clarified: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment in the case of Yogendra Pratap Singh vs Savitri Pandey & Anr on September 19, 2014. The case resolved a long-standing conflict among various High Courts regarding whether a complaint under Section 138 Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 can be filed before expiry…
Married Persons Cannot Enter into Live-In Relationship Without Divorce, Protection Refused: Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court recently dealt with a significant issue concerning the legality of live-in relationships involving already married individuals. The matter was heard by Justice Vivek Kumar Singh on March 20, 2026, in a writ petition filed by a couple who were both married to different partners but claimed to…
No Deemed Continuity Of Expired Driving Licence After 2019 MV Act Amendment: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court recently dealt with an important issue regarding the validity of a driving licence after its expiry under the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 as amended by the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019. The case arose when a candidate applied for the post of Constable (Driver)-Male in Delhi…
Ex-Gratia Payments Are Last Hope of Dependents, Rules Must Be Applied Liberally: Madhya Pradesh High Court
The Madhya Pradesh High Court delivered an important judgment in the case of Rekha Jain versus Central Madhya Pradesh Gramin Bank, directing the Bank to pay ₹7 lakh as ex gratia compensation to the wife of a deceased employee. The Court stressed that such payments must be considered with a humanitarian and liberal…
Tenant Liable For Possession Through Family Members, Can't Evade Liability By Claiming Non-Residence: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court delivered a significant ruling in the case of Rajat Verma versus HP Suman, holding that a tenant cannot escape legal responsibility by claiming that he is not personally residing in the rented premises. The Court clarified the concept of juridical possession and liability of tenants under civil…
Anticipatory Bail Granted to Shankaracharya in POCSO Case, Court Flags Delay and Inconsistencies in FIR: Allahabad High Court
In a significant development dated 26 March 2026, the Allahabad High Court granted anticipatory bail to Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and another accused in a sensitive matter involving allegations under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act and provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The Court…
“Abuse of Process,” Plea Against Adani Green Energy in ‘Bribery’ Case Dismissed: Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court delivered an important judgment in the case of Jitendra Punamchand Maru versus Central Bureau of Investigation, dismissing a writ petition that sought a probe into alleged bribery involving Adani Green Energy Ltd. The Court observed that such petitions must satisfy legal standards of bona fide…
10-Year Jail for Woman Who Facilitated Rape, Court Cites Continued Criminal Conduct: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court delivered a strict judgment in the case of State versus Sweety, sentencing a woman to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for her role in facilitating rape. The Court highlighted that involvement in such serious offences attracts punishment under Section 109 IPC read with Section 376 IPC, which deals…
Bail Cancelled in Dowry Death Case, Supreme Court Slams ‘Mechanical’ Approach of Patna High Court, Orders Accused to Surrender Within a Week
The Supreme Court of India delivered a strong judgment cancelling bail granted in a dowry death case and emphasized that courts must adopt a cautious approach in serious offences. The decision was passed by a bench comprising Justice J B Pardiwala and Justice Vijay Bishnoi on 25 March 2026. The Court observed that a…
Cheque Bounce Appeal Dismissed, Principles Under Section 138 NI Act and Scope of Appeal Against Acquittal Reiterated: Himachal Pradesh High Court
The Himachal Pradesh High Court delivered a significant judgment in the case of Akshay Aggarwal versus Anil Gupta and another, dismissing an appeal filed against acquittal in a cheque bounce case under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The Court emphasized the limited scope of interference in…
