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Cheque Bounce Complaint Under Section 138 of NI Act Valid Even With Ongoing Civil Suit for Recovery: Karnataka High Court
In a recent ruling delivered by the High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru, on October 21, 2024, the court examined the nuances of criminal proceedings under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. This judgment provides significant insights into the interplay between civil suits and criminal proceedings…
Reasonable Time Limit Applies Even in Absence of Statutory Limitation on Labor References: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a significant decision by the High Court of Punjab and Haryana, the case of Punjab and Sind Bank Vs. Jai Singh has brought important interpretations of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 to light. The judgment, delivered on October 18, 2024, by Justice Jagmohan Bansal, revolves around the dismissal of an employee…
Conduct Training Programs for Village Pradhans Under UP Panchayat Raj Act, 1947, Directs State: Allahabad High Court
Allahabad, 23 October 2024 – The High Court of Judicature at Allahabad has recently delivered a significant judgment regarding the construction of a water tank and a Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC) Centre in a village, amidst a series of public interest litigations (PILs) challenging the projects. The court ruled…
Assessment Order Issued Prematurely Before Reply Period Expiration Must Be Nullified: Kerala High Court
In a significant judgment delivered by the High Court of Kerala on October 22, 2024, the court has set aside an order issued under Section 73 of the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) and State Goods and Services Tax (SGST) Acts for the assessment year 2017-18. This decision emphasizes the importance of adhering to…
Money Laundering is a Standalone Offense; ED Permitted to Challenge Closure of Predicate Offense: Madras High Court
On Monday, the Madras High Court took a significant step by reviving criminal proceedings against lottery baron Santiago Martin and his co-accused, who were implicated in the illegal possession of ₹7.20 crore in cash. The court quashed a local court's earlier order that had accepted a closure report from the Tamil…
Right to Dignity Under Article 21 Encompasses Attending Once-in-a-Lifetime Family Events Like a Son’s Wedding: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant ruling, the Rajasthan High Court has granted interim bail to Shaitan Singh Rajpurohit, who is incarcerated as an accused in multiple FIRs related to financial irregularities. This decision allows him to attend the wedding of his son, Yudhishter Singh Rajpurohit, scheduled for November 12, 2024.…
S.50 NDPS Act Inapplicable To Vehicle Searches, Court Denies Bail In Case Involving 3.5 Quintals Of Ganja Recovery: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a significant ruling under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, the High Court of Punjab and Haryana denied bail to Sabbir Khan, who was arrested for possessing a substantial quantity of Ganja. The decision, delivered on October 3, 2024, raises important questions about compliance with legal…
Nurses Should Not Face Routine Arrest in Medical Negligence Cases: Kerala High Court
In a landmark judgment, the Kerala High Court underscored the critical role of nurses in the healthcare system, ruling that nurses accused of medical negligence should not face routine arrests unless absolutely necessary. This decision, made in the case of Celinamol Mathew v. State of Kerala, aims to shield nurses…
Supreme Court Rules Bail Condition Requiring Bail Bonds 6 Months Post Order Unenforceable: Supreme Court
In a significant judgment delivered on October 24, 2024, the Supreme Court of India addressed the critical issue of bail conditions imposed by the Patna High Court under the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Amendment Act, particularly concerning Sections 30(a) and 32(3). The ruling highlights the necessity for courts to…
Court Directs Ministry of Home Affairs to Set Timeline for Serving Notices to Foreigners and Indian Nationals Abroad: Karnataka High Court
Karnataka High Court, in a significant ruling, has mandated the Union Ministry of Home Affairs to establish a specific time frame for responses from authorities regarding court notices issued to individuals residing abroad. This ruling emerged during a case involving an Italian national, emphasizing the need for…
