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False Rape Case Leaves Lifetime Scars on Accused: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court recently made strong observations on the serious and long-lasting harm caused by false rape allegations, stressing the need for careful judicial scrutiny of such cases. The Court noted that while the law must firmly protect genuine victims of sexual offences, it must also guard against misuse that…
Emergency Leave Denied to Life Convict Seeking to Perform Funeral Rites of Cousin: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court declined to interfere with the decision of prison authorities denying emergency leave to a life convict, holding that courts must avoid unwarranted leniency in cases involving serious offences. The ruling was delivered while considering an urgent plea filed by the wife of a murder convict lodged…
Rejection of Arms Licence Renewal Quashed for Want of Reasoned Order: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court recently heard a case where the petitioner, Alexander Vadakkedom, challenged the rejection of his arms licence renewal. The orders were initially passed by the District Magistrate, Thiruvananthapuram, and the Land Revenue Commissioner, who refused the renewal. Grounds for Refusal The authorities…
Discharge During Probation Not Punitive Merely Due to Pending Criminal Case; Peon’s Plea Dismissed: Himachal Pradesh High Court
In June 2019, Faqeer Chand was appointed as a Peon of Choice to a Judge of the Himachal Pradesh High Court. His appointment was on a co-terminus basis under Article 229 of the Constitution of India and the Himachal Pradesh High Court Officers and the Members of Staff (Recruitment, Promotion, Conditions of Service,…
No Injunction Granted Against Haryana Company in Foldable Display Unit Patent Dispute: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has refused to grant interim protection to a patent holder seeking to stop a rival company from manufacturing and selling foldable display units. The Court held that the patent was subject to a credible challenge on validity and that no prima facie case was made out for an interim injunction under…
Parole Denied to Life Convict in TP Chandrasekharan Murder Case to Perform Cousin’s Funeral Rites: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court on December 30 refused to grant emergency leave to a life convict involved in the T.P. Chandrasekharan murder case, holding that the relationship cited did not justify such extraordinary relief. The Court emphasized that emergency leave must be granted strictly in accordance with law and cannot…
Police Directed to Protect Woman Fearing Forcible Marriage: High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has passed a significant order directing police authorities to ensure the safety and security of a young woman who apprehended serious harm after being threatened with a forced marriage. The Court emphasized that no person can be subjected to coercion or threats in matters…
Bank’s Right to Recover Becomes Absolute Once Demand Notice Is Served During Borrower’s Lifetime; Fresh Notice to Legal Heirs Not Required: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court delivered an important judgment explaining the rights of banks under the Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002. The case arose from recovery proceedings initiated by Bank of Maharashtra against a borrower and guarantor who later…
Tenant Cannot Dictate That Landlord Should Choose Another Property to Start Business: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India has clarified an important principle of eviction law by holding that a tenant cannot dictate to a landlord which premises should be treated as suitable for the landlord’s bona fide requirement. The Court ruled that a tenant also cannot insist that the landlord start a business from some…
Relief Denied to Lawyer Booked for Using Term ‘Casteist Goons’ in Public Speech: Punjab and Haryana High Court
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has delivered an important ruling clarifying the limits of the right to free speech under Article 19 of the Constitution of India. The Court held that freedom of expression does not protect the use of terms such as “casteist goons” or “casteist gundas” when such expressions attribute…
