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Court Rules That Foreign Nationals Facing Trial In India Are Also Entitled To Dignity Under Article 21: Madras High Court
In a recent judgment delivered by the High Court of Judicature at Madras, a significant case unfolded involving Karthik Parthiban, a citizen of Seychelles, who filed a Writ Petition seeking permission to travel abroad amidst ongoing legal challenges. This case highlights important facets of the Constitution of India,…
Court Rules Child Cannot Be Deemed To Be Ordinarily Residing With Parent Having Deemed Custody: Jammu & Kashmir High Court
In a significant judgment delivered on September 24, 2024, the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh examined the intricacies of jurisdiction under the Guardian and Wards Act, 1890. The case involved Sabahat Sanna, who sought custody of her two minor daughters but faced a legal hurdle due to questions surrounding…
Court Rules Stamp Duty Inapplicable On Family Members Who Ceased To Be Co-Sharers In Property Before Executing Partition Memo: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling delivered on 20.09.2024, the Allahabad High Court addressed the complexities surrounding the registration of a family settlement and the application of the Indian Stamp Act, 1899. This case involved Somansh Prakash and eight others as petitioners against the State of U.P. and three others. Case…
Court Commutes Death Sentence Of Constable Who Opened Fire On Milk Supplier For Demanding Dues, Says S.27 Arms Act Not Attracted: Jharkhand High Court
In a landmark decision regarding capital punishment, the High Court of Jharkhand addressed the contentious case of Pawan Kumar Singh, a 26-year-old constable in the Railway Protection Force. This judgment, pronounced on September 19, 2024, arose from the Sessions Trial No. 13 of 2020, where Singh was originally…
Seniority of LDCs (Junior Assistant) in Panchayati Raj for Promotion Depends on Merit, Not Appointment Date: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant ruling regarding employment procedures within the Rajasthan Panchayati Raj Act, 1994, the Rajasthan High Court addressed the issues surrounding seniority and promotion of employees in local government bodies. The case, involving Krishna Shekhawat, highlighted the importance of adhering to merit-based…
Court Denies Bail In Serious POCSO Act Case, Highlights Delays And Severity Of Allegations: Himachal Pradesh High Court
In a recent judgment delivered by the High Court of Himachal Pradesh, the petition of Rakesh Chand seeking regular bail was dismissed, highlighting the serious implications of Section 376(2)(7) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Section 6 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act). Case…
Court Orders State To Pay ₹10 Lakh To MBBS Student Denied Sports Quota Seat Despite Representing India Abroad In Chess Tournament: Karnataka High Court
In a significant judgment, the High Court addressed the eligibility criteria for sports quota admissions in educational institutions, particularly focusing on the case of Ms. Ananya Sharma, a talented young chess player. This ruling highlights important provisions of the Tamil Nadu Admission in Professional Courses…
Court Denies Bail To Ousted CPI Leader And Son In Alleged Money Laundering Case Linked To Kandala Bank: Kerala High Court
In a significant ruling related to financial misconduct, the Honorable High Court addressed the bail applications of five accused individuals in a case involving serious allegations of economic offences. The case revolves around the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and the specific provisions of Section 45,…
Cutting Someone's Nose Causes Permanent Disfigurement, Affects Self-Esteem, And Brings Social Stigma,Court Denies Bail: Rajasthan High Court
In a notable ruling, the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jodhpur has dismissed the bail application of multiple petitioners involved in a violent assault case. The decision was made under Section 439 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, with the judgment delivered by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Rajendra Prakash…
Court Criticizes NCPCR for Filing Petition with 'Vague and Omnibus' Directions Against Missionary Organizations: Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India addressed a pressing issue concerning the protection of children's rights under the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005. The case revolved around allegations of illegal child trade connected to a non-governmental organization (NGO) in Jharkhand. This…
