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Murder of Wife and Son by the Accused Leads to Death Sentence, Commuted to 20 Years Imprisonment: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant legal development, the Rajasthan High Court has decided to commute the death sentence of a man convicted for the brutal murder of his wife and son. The case, heard by Justices Munnuri Laxman and Dr. Pushpendra Singh Bhati, centered around the murder of Rupa, committed by her husband in the year 2020.…
Children or Third Parties Cannot Contest Maintenance Orders Issued Under Parents & Senior Citizens Act: Karnataka High Court
In a significant judgment delivered by the Kerala High Court, the court addressed the issue of the right of appeal under Section 16 of the Senior Citizens and Parents Maintenance Act, 2007. The case involved the question of whether individuals other than senior citizens or parents could file an appeal under the…
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[POCSO Act] Following A Girl Only Once Will Not Amount To Stalking: Bombay High Court
The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court, in a significant ruling on December 5, 2024, acquitted two boys who had been convicted for stalking a minor girl under Section 354-D of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Justice Govind Sanap delivered the judgment,…
Investigation Conducted By Improper Officer Renders SCN Under Section 74 Of CGST Act Invalid: Karnataka High Court
In a landmark judgment, the Karnataka High Court has ruled that a show cause notice issued under Section 74 of the CGST Act is liable to be set aside when the investigation is substantially conducted by an improper officer. The Court emphasized that investigations, including search, seizure, and inspection, must be…
What Is Constitution Of India Article 86?Mumbai Police Closes Forgery Case Against Actor Shweta Tiwari, Court Allows Withdrawal Of FIR Quashing Plea: Bombay High Court
In a recent development in the High Court of Judicature at Bombay, a significant decision was made in Criminal Writ Petition No. 5691 of 2021, filed by Shweta Tiwari. The petition sought the quashing of a First Information Report (FIR) registered under C.R. No. 3/2021 with the BKC Police Station in Mumbai. The…
Court quashes preventive detention of Advocate: Jammu and Kashmir High Court
In a significant ruling, the Jammu and Kashmir High Court quashed the preventive detention of Advocate Mian Muzaffar who had been detained under the Jammu and Kashmir Public Safety Act, 1978 (PSA) in July 2024. Muzaffar was accused by the authorities of spreading secessionist ideologies. His arrest was linked to his…
Allegations Under POCSO Act and Integrity Certificate Dispute Involving IPS Officer: Court Dismisses Petitioner's Claims: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court recently dismissed a writ petition that sought to revoke the Integrity Certificate of a senior police officer, the 5th respondent in this case, under the Indian Police Service (Appointment by Promotion) Regulations, 1955. The petitioner's claim was based on allegations against the officer,…
Magistrate Must Explicitly Disagree With Police's Negative Final Report When Taking Cognizance Of Offence On Protest Petition: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Rajasthan at Jodhpur has quashed two key orders involving allegations of assault and wrongful prosecution. The case involves multiple petitioners challenging the orders passed by the Judicial Magistrate, First Class, Kuchaman City, and the Additional Sessions Judge,…
Trademark Infringing of Everest Tikhalal, Court Restrains Entity, Slap ₹2 Lakh Fine For Fabricating Sales Invoice: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has granted a temporary injunction in favor of Everest Food Products Private Limited, a popular spice brand known for its "TIKHALAL" chilli powder. The court intervened in a trademark dispute with Shyam Dhani Industries Pvt. Ltd., a company accused of infringing upon…
Court Grants Interim Relief to Mirchi in Copyright Suit Over Kareena Kapoor Talk Show: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has granted interim relief to Entertainment Network India Limited, the owner of Mirchi FM, in a copyright dispute with Miss Malini Entertainment Pvt Ltd (MEPL). The case revolves around the unauthorized use and alteration of clips from the popular talk show What Women…
