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POCSO Act Charges Against School Principal and Doctor Quashed in Case Involving Minor Victim: Bombay High Court
In a significant legal development, the Bombay High Court has quashed the proceedings against Mrs. Sushama @ Sushma Manish Shah, the Principal of a school in Nandurbar, and Dr. Yogesh Pramodshankar Desai, a medical practitioner, in relation to a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO…
Bail Refused to Alleged SFJ Members Accused of Conducting 'Recce' Near Ram Temple in Ayodhya Before Consecration: Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court recently rejected the bail applications of two accused members of the "Sikh For Justice" (SFJ) group, who were arrested last year in connection with an alleged plot to disturb law and order in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. The accused, Pradeep Kumar @ Pradeep Poonia and Ajit Kumar Sharma, were…
Conviction Upheld in POCSO Case with Rigorous Imprisonment and ₹2,000 Fine for Sexual Offences Against Minor: Tripura High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Tripura delivered its judgment on March 19, 2025, in the appeal of Sri Uttam Saha against his conviction. The case arose from an incident involving allegations of sexual harassment under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act) and Indian Penal Code…
Mere Participation in Proceedings or Settlement Talks Doesn’t Mean Complainant Accepts Jurisdiction Under NI Act: Jammu and Kashmir High Court
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court recently ruled on a crucial matter concerning the jurisdiction in cases filed under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The petitioner, Aditya Malhotra, challenged the jurisdiction of the Judicial Magistrate 1st Class, Jammu, who took cognizance of a criminal complaint…
Death Penalty in Child Rape-Murder Case Set Aside Due to Illegal Confession Admission and DNA Evidence Lapses: Supreme Court
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India has overturned the conviction of Karandeep Sharma, also known as Razia or Raju, who was earlier sentenced to death for the rape and murder of a minor in the state of Uttarakhand. The conviction was based on offenses punishable under various provisions of the Indian…
Writ Courts Can Suo Motu Strike Down Subordinate Legislation Violating Fundamental Rights and Binding Precedents: Supreme Court
Title: Supreme Court Judgment on Writ Courts' Suo Motu Powers to Strike Down Subordinate Legislation Violating Fundamental Rights – Bihar Rajya Dafadar Chaukidar Panchayat Case Introduction to the Case and Court's Power The Supreme Court of India recently delivered a significant judgment, affirming that Writ Courts…
Clause Empowering Contract Signatories to Resolve Disputes Not a Valid Arbitration Agreement Due to Lack of Impartiality: Calcutta High Court
In a recent ruling, the Calcutta High Court, under the leadership of Justice Shampa Sarkar, delivered an important judgment regarding the enforceability of arbitration clauses. The case, Balasore Alloys Limited versus Flynt Mining LLP, was centered around whether a dispute resolution clause in a contract that involved…
Challenge Against Proceedings Initiated Under Section 153C of Income Tax Act Based on WhatsApp Chats Dismissed as Chats Were Corroborated: Rajasthan High Court
In an important ruling under the Income Tax Act 1961, the Rajasthan High Court dealt with the interpretation of Section 153C concerning search and seizure operations. The case revolves around the invocation of this section to assess or reassess the income of a third party (referred to as "other person") based on the…
Preventive Detention Cannot Be Justified Merely Because Bail May Affect Public Confidence: Jammu and Kashmir High Court
The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Srinagar recently delivered a significant judgment in the case of Adil Hussain Mir challenging the detention order passed under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act 1988 (PITNDPS Act). The petition was filed seeking the…
Awarded Amount Cannot Be Enhanced Under Section 34 of Arbitration Act: Karnataka High Court
In a significant judgment, the Karnataka High Court has ruled on the powers of the District Judge when dealing with a petition under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The case addressed the District Judge’s authority in modifying an arbitral award, emphasizing that such modifications are not…
