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Legal Dispute Over Maintenance, Settlement, and Divorce Under Domestic Violence and Hindu Marriage Acts Heard: Delhi High Court
Rajesh Kumar and Renu's marital conflict, which began years ago, reached a conclusion in the court through a series of legal proceedings. The case, which involved a dispute regarding maintenance under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (DV Act) and the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (HMA), had a…
‘Prompt Medical Care Is Fundamental Right’, Refusal to Quash Layout Plan Including Clinic in Colony Despite Traffic Concerns: Punjab and Haryana High Court
In a significant ruling, the Punjab & Haryana High Court refused to quash the layout plan of a sector that included a doctor's clinic in the vicinity. The court's decision was based on the observation that receiving prompt medical services is a fundamental right of every citizen. The bench, consisting of Justice…
Man Can't Be Convicted for Abetment of Wife's Suicide Solely Based on Past Quarrels or Marital Strain: Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India acquitted Ravindra Singh, who had been convicted nearly three decades ago for allegedly causing his wife’s suicide. The case, titled Ravindra Singh vs. The State of Uttarakhand through Home Secretary, involved the interpretation of Section 306 of the Indian Penal…
Works Contract for Track Doubling and Infrastructure Under RVNL Liable to 12% GST: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court recently ruled on a matter concerning the GST rate applicable to a works contract executed under Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL). The case dealt with the interpretation of Notification No. 11/2017 under the GST Act 2017, specifically addressing the 12% GST applicable on railway-related…
FIR in Domestic Violence Case Quashed Due to Vague Allegations in Husband-Wife Dispute: Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Hon'ble High Court of Himachal Pradesh has addressed crucial legal questions surrounding the scope of criminal proceedings in domestic violence cases. The court examined whether vague and omnibus allegations of harassment and domestic violence were sufficient to sustain an FIR and criminal…
Child Cannot Be Denied Scheduled Tribe Certificate Merely Because One Parent Is Non-Tribal: Calcutta High Court
In a recent judgment delivered on February 27, 2025, by the Hon'ble Justice Aniruddha Roy, the Calcutta High Court intervened in a case concerning the denial of a Scheduled Tribe (ST) certificate to a NEET aspirant. The writ petition was filed by Smt. Nazreen Banu and her daughter, Kumari Muskan, against the Andaman…
₹1 Lakh Cost Imposed on Techie for Evading Maintenance Payment to Wife: Bombay High Court
In a recent case, the Bombay High Court has imposed a fine of ₹1 lakh on a software engineer for his deliberate attempt to avoid paying maintenance to his estranged wife and minor daughter. The case revolves around a petition filed by the software engineer seeking a reduction in the maintenance amount, citing alleged…
Notice Inviting Applications for Junior Civil Judge Posts Suspended Till Supreme Court's Decision on Minimum Practice Criteria: Andhra Pradesh High Court
The Andhra Pradesh High Court has recently issued a significant decision in relation to the recruitment of Junior Civil Judges. On 14th February 2025, the High Court put in abeyance (suspended) the notification calling for applications to fill vacant posts of Junior Civil Judges in the state. This move came after the…
Compensation for Accident Cannot Be Denied Merely for Driving Unregistered "Jugaad" Vehicle: Punjab and Haryana High Court
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ruled that compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act cannot be denied solely because the claimant was driving an unregistered vehicle (referred to as a 'Jugaad'), unless it can be proved that the claimant's actions directly caused the accident. Case Background The case dates back…
Chief Commissioner's Recommendation to Prevent Deprivation of PwD Rights Binding on Authority Unless Valid Reasons Exist: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has made significant observations regarding the binding nature of the recommendations made by the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD) under Section 76 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (RPwD Act) 2016. In its ruling, a division bench consisting of Chief Justice…
