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FIR Quashed Against Woman for Entering Temple, Caste-Based Discrimination Noted; Temple Not Trustees' Personal Property: Rajasthan High Court
Jodhpur, Rajasthan: In a landmark ruling, the Rajasthan High Court has quashed FIR No. 217/2024, which was registered against Sapna Nimawat for alleged offenses under Sections 448, 427, and 143 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The decision highlights the fundamental right to worship and the need to protect individuals…
Pre-Arrest Bail Granted to Husband Accused of Abetting Wife's Suicide, Citing Supreme Court Judgment on Different 'Suicidable Patterns': Kerala High Court
In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court has granted pre-arrest bail to Romi KJ @ Romy, who was facing serious allegations under Section 498-A and Section 306 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) in connection with the tragic suicide of his wife, Alfi. The court's decision emphasizes the importance of examining…
Guidelines Issued to Trial Courts for Release of Seized Property Like Mobile Phones and Laptops During Criminal Case Investigation: Karnataka High Court
In a pivotal ruling, the Karnataka High Court has established model guidelines for trial courts concerning the release of seized properties under Section 451 and Section 457 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (Cr.P.C.), and Section 497 of the Bangalore North Sub-Division (BNSS). This decision comes until the State…
Hema Committee Report Reveals Commission of Cognizable Offences, SIT Probe Directed as per Section 173(3) BNSS: Kerala High Court
In a pivotal ruling, the Kerala High Court has directed the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to launch a thorough investigation into allegations of cognizable offences based on testimonies collected by the Justice Hema Committee. This decision emerged from a series of petitions concerning serious allegations in the…
State Directed to Submit Report on Fatal Coal Mine Blast in Birbhum District: Calcutta High Court
In a significant ruling concerning the Right to Information Act, the Calcutta High Court addressed critical issues surrounding public safety and government accountability in the case of Bharatiya Abahelito Party & Anr. Vs. The State of West Bengal & Ors. The judgment was delivered on 14th October 2024 by Justices Uday…
Compassionate Allowance Granted to Widow of Dismissed Employee: Delhi High Court
In a significant judgment delivered on October 8, 2024, the Supreme Court addressed the criteria for granting compassionate allowances to dismissed government employees, reaffirming the principles outlined in the case of Mahinder Dutt Sharma. This ruling is essential for understanding the compassionate allowance…
Section 134(2) of Trademarks Act Does Not Prohibit Applicability of Clause XIV of Letters Patent: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has clarified that Section 134(2) of the Trademarks Act, 1999 does not prevent a plaintiff from combining a cause of action for 'passing off' with a suit for infringement under Clause XIV of the Letters Patent. This decision came in the case of Bajaj Electricals Limited…
Bail Granted to Accused in ₹6606 Crore Bitcoin Fraud Case, Considering Her Status as a Woman and Mother of a Six-Year-Old: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling by the Bombay High Court, bail has been granted to Simpy Bharadwaj in connection with a case filed under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). This judgment raises important questions regarding the application of the Act, particularly in cases involving family members of the…
Second FIR Permissible for Same Incident if Based on a Different Version of Evidence: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court has addressed the procedural intricacies surrounding the registration of FIRs under Section 156(3) of the Criminal Procedure Code. The judgment pertains to the case of Smt. Sangeeta Mishra against the State of Uttar Pradesh and highlights critical legal principles…
Notice Issuing Power to for Scrutiny Assessment Under Section 143(2) Not Limited to Assessing Officer or Officers of NaFAC: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling delivered by the High Court of Delhi on October 1, 2024, the court addressed important questions regarding the jurisdiction of tax authorities in issuing notices under the Income Tax Act, 1961. This judgment stems from the case of Ambience Private Limited against the Assistant Commissioner of…
