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Studio-Like Facility Provided in Police Station for Lawrence Bishnoi's Interview from Custody Glorifies Crime: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a landmark judgment delivered on October 28, 2024, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has expressed grave concerns over police misconduct following the revelation that a notorious criminal, Lawrence Bishnoi, conducted an interview while in police custody. The court’s ruling emphasizes the urgent need for…
Prisoners Cannot Be Made to Wait Over a Year for Parole in Family Emergencies: Bombay High Court
In a significant judgment delivered by the Bombay High Court, the court addressed the legality of denying parole to a prisoner based on newly implemented rules that restrict eligibility for parole after a previous furlough. This case emphasizes the importance of compassionate grounds for parole, particularly…
GST Rate on Bricks with Less Than 90% Fly Ash Content Set at 5% Instead of 18%: Gujarat High Court
On September 25, 2024, the Gujarat High Court delivered a significant judgment regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST) applicable to fly ash bricks and blocks that contain less than 90% fly ash. The court clarified that these products qualify for a lower GST rate of 5%, as opposed to the 18% GST rate applicable to…
Enquiry Ordered Against Police Officers for Using AC, Water-Cooler, TV, Computer Without Payment to Supplier: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has addressed the complexities surrounding a Criminal Writ Petition concerning allegations of fraud. The case centers on Nainesh Manilal Panchal, who sought to quash an FIR lodged against him under Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Case Background The…
Bail Granted Under Prevention of Money Laundering Act: Delhi High Court
In a significant judgment delivered on October 29, 2024, the High Court of Delhi granted regular bail to Vaibhav Jain and Ankush Jain in connection with their ongoing trial under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). This ruling highlights the court's consideration of the right to liberty and the delays…
Prosecution Under Section 304A IPC Not Allowed If Offense Under Section 92 Of Factories Act Already Initiated in Death by Negligence Case: Karnataka High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Karnataka addressed the issue of simultaneous prosecutions in the case of G. V. Prasad and Balasubramaniam versus the State of Karnataka and Sanjeetkumar. The court emphasized the legal principle against double jeopardy, wherein an individual cannot be tried for the same…
Judicial Officer Cannot Be Browbeaten for a Party's Convenience, Dismissal of Transfer Petition Citing Bias with ₹15K Cost Imposed: Kerala High Court
In a recent judgment delivered by the High Court of Kerala, Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas addressed a complex family law matter involving a transfer petition filed by Noushad Flourish against Akhila and their minor son, Lamar Moideen. The case, identified as Tr.P(Crl.) No. 43 of 2024, revolved around allegations of bias…
Acquittal of Jagtar Singh Hawara and Others in 1998 Jailbreak Attempt Case Upheld: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a significant ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has upheld the acquittal of Jagtar Singh Hawara and nine others, who were accused in an alleged conspiracy to break into Chandigarh's Burail jail in 1998. Hawara is currently serving a life sentence at Tihar Jail for his role in the 1995 assassination of…
15 Years Later, Husband’s Acquittal on Abetment of Suicide and Cruelty Reversed; ‘Dying Declaration’ Upheld: Gujarat High Court
In a pivotal judgment, the Gujarat High Court has reversed a 15-year-old acquittal of Chaganbhai Kaliyanbhai Bhabhor, who was accused of subjecting his wife to cruelty and abetting her suicide. This ruling underscores the significance of dying declarations as vital evidence in cases of domestic violence and suicide.…
Defamation Complaint Quashed as "Attempt to Wreak Vengeance, Divert From Core Issues": Jammu & Kashmir High Court
In a notable judgment delivered by the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir, the complexities surrounding defamation claims under Section 499 and Section 500 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) were brought to light. The case revolved around a complaint filed by Puneet Sharma against Kuldeep Raj Dubey, with significant…
