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Flags 'Alarming' Rise in VISA Frauds, Highlights Impact on Nation's Reputation and Immigration Integrity: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a significant judgment, the Punjab & Haryana High Court underscored the critical importance of meticulous investigations in cases of visa fraud. Justice Anoop Chitkara emphasized the necessity for law enforcement agencies to conduct a thorough verification of the complainant’s credentials when an FIR is registered…
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[Divorce Case] Evidence Recording by Court Commissioner Allowed in Matrimonial Dispute Under Parsi Marriage and Divorce Act: Bombay High Court
In a significant judgment regarding the Parsi Marriage and Divorce Act, 1936 (PMDA), the High Court has addressed key issues related to the flexibility of procedural rules in matrimonial disputes. The case delves into the use of modern technology and procedural mechanisms to expedite legal proceedings without…
Court Grants Protection from Arrest to BRS MLA in Alleged Phone Tapping Case: Telangana High Court
In a significant legal development, Thanneeru Harish Rao, the Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Siddipet Assembly Constituency in Telangana, has filed a Criminal Petition in the High Court of Telangana seeking to quash an FIR registered against him at Panjagutta Police Station. The petition raises concerns…
Calling Wife for Conciliation After Marital Dispute Does Not Amount to Mental Harassment: Karnataka High Court
In a significant ruling, the Karnataka High Court quashed a criminal case filed by a woman against her brother-in-law and others under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Sections 3 and 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act. The case, which was based on allegations of mental harassment, was filed after a domestic…
Allegations of Manufacturer Secretly Clearing Goods to Evade Taxes Require Concrete Evidence: Delhi High Court
The Commissioner of Central Tax, GST Delhi East, filed an appeal under Section 35G of the Central Excise Act, 1944 challenging the final order No. A/53739-53740/2017 dated 08 June 2017 passed by the Customs Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT). This case pertains to allegations of clandestine removal of…
Court Lacking Jurisdiction to Entertain Section 34 Application Cannot Examine Merits of Award: Himachal Pradesh High Court
In a recent ruling, the High Court of Himachal Pradesh in Shimla addressed an appeal under Section 37 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, challenging a judgment passed by the learned District Judge Kangra at Dharamshala. The appeal concerns a dispute between Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi…
Foreign Law Graduates Must Clear BCI's Qualifying Exam to Practice in India, Even After Completing Bridge Course: Delhi High Court
In a landmark judgment, the Delhi High Court addressed critical issues concerning the recognition of foreign law degrees and the Qualifying Examination that candidates holding such degrees must clear to practice law in India. The case revolved around the notification issued by the Bar Council of India (BCI), dated…
Prosecution Cannot Rely Solely on Co-Accused's Statement Under Section 50 PMLA, Grants Bail to Recruitment Scam Accused Sujay Krishna Bhadra: Calcutta High Court
In a significant development, the Calcutta High Court has granted bail to Sujay Krishna Bhadra, who was accused in the recruitment scam linked to The Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). The case involved Bhadra’s company, which was connected to the transfer of proceeds of crime to M/S Leaps & Bounds Pvt…
Subsequent Buyer of Imported Vehicle Not Liable for Customs Duty; Responsibility Lies with Importer: Supreme Court
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India addressed issues related to customs duty and the legal implications of ownership for a Porsche Carrera car imported into India. The case involved Nalin Choksey, the appellant, challenging a judgment passed by the Kerala High Court on 3rd April 2018, which had…
Misuse of Section 376 IPC, Court Quashes Rape FIR, Observes It Being Used as a Tool to Harass Men: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court recently quashed an FIR filed under Section 376 (rape) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) against a man, observing that it was a clear example of how some individuals misuse this section to harass innocent people. The Court emphasized that while Section 376 addresses heinous crimes against women, it…
