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Anticipatory Bail Denied In Serious Minor Rape And Abduction Case Under POCSO Act: Calcutta High Court
In a significant ruling on February 13, 2025, the Calcutta High Court rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Ansar Laskar (also known as Anchar Ali Laskar) in a case involving the abduction and rape of a minor. The case was filed at Kultali Police Station under Sections 363, 365, and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)…
Authorities Misusing 'Blacklisting' For Unrelated Reasons Is Unacceptable: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court has quashed the blacklisting order imposed on V-Marc India Limited by the Superintending Engineer (Material Management-I), Vidhyut Vitran Nigam Limited (VVNL), Meerut, noting that the punishment of blacklisting should be used in rare cases and only when justified by…
Right To Life And Liberty Of Couples In Live-In Relationships Must Be Protected: Punjab & Haryana High Court
On January 3, 2025, the Punjab and Haryana High Court issued a landmark judgment in the case Navjot Kaur And Anr. vs. State of Punjab and Ors. (CRWP-20-2025), emphasizing the constitutional right to life and liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The Court directed the Senior Superintendent of Police…
Holographic Stickers Supplied By Prohibition & Excise Dept For Alcohol Bottles Classified As ‘Goods’, Not Taxable: Madras High Court
In a recent ruling, the Madras High Court has clarified that the supply of holographic stickers or excise labels by the Prohibition and Excise Department of Tamil Nadu, meant to be affixed on bottles of alcoholic liquor, constitutes a supply of "goods" rather than a "service". The court held that these labels fall…
Bank Account Frozen Over 'Suspicious Transaction' Of ₹200, Probe Agencies Must Show Compassion To Innocent Traders: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has raised serious concerns regarding the freezing of bank accounts of innocent traders during investigations into cyber crimes. In its recent judgment, the court highlighted the potential harm caused to individuals who are unwittingly caught up in such investigations and have their accounts…
'Speculative Litigation': ₹2 Lakh Exemplary Costs Imposed For Ownership Claim On Land Acquired In 1947: Bombay High Court
In a stern ruling, the Bombay High Court imposed an exemplary cost of Rs. 2 lakh on the petitioners, Satish Poptlal Shah and another, for filing a speculative petition challenging the acquisition of land in 1947-48, without any valid explanation for the 77-year delay. The petitioners, claiming ownership of land…
Customs Baggage Rules Have 'Limited Application' On Foreign Tourists: Gold Chain Of Russian National Ordered To Be Released: Delhi High Court
New Delhi, February 28, 2025: In a landmark decision, the Delhi High Court has ruled that the practice of Customs authorities using standard printed forms to waive a traveler's right to a show cause notice and personal hearing is contrary to the principles of natural justice. The judgment, which involves the Customs…
Engine Oil Manufacturers Misled Consumers: ₹20 Lakh Awarded In Castrol Ltd's Trademark Infringement Suit: Delhi High Court
In a landmark ruling, the Delhi High Court has granted a permanent injunction in favour of Castrol Limited, a prominent automobile lubricants manufacturer, against two businesses, Kapil Auto Workshop and Makkvoll Lubricants, for trademark and trade dress infringement. The Court further ordered the infringing parties…
Bail Denied To Doctor Accused Of Raping Dalit Nurse On Duty At Midnight: Allahabad High Court
In a recent landmark judgment, the Allahabad High Court has provided critical insights into the application of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. The case involves three appellants — Dr. Shahnawaj, Smt. Mehnaz, and Faizan — seeking bail after their applications were…
Retaining Excess Amount After Reduction In Tax Demand Violates Article 14 & Article 265 Of The Constitution: Jharkhand High Court
In a significant judgment, the High Court of Jharkhand directed the State of Jharkhand to refund the excess tax amount of Rs. 24,00,000/- and Rs. 26,00,000/- deposited by M/s. Castrol India Limited during the appellate proceedings for the assessment years 2013-14 and 2014-15. The court's ruling highlighted the…
