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Court Rules in Favor of Taj Hotels in Trademark Infringement Suit Against 'Taj Iconic': Delhi High Court
In a significant trademark infringement case, the Delhi High Court has ruled in favor of the Indian Hotels Company Limited, which operates the renowned Taj hotel chain, against Manoj, who was found guilty of unauthorized use of the Taj trademark. Background: The case began when a representative of Manoj reached out to…
Property Owner Can Only Be Prosecuted if Aware and Permitted Use of Premises for Drug Offences: Karnataka High Court
In a significant judgment under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS Act), the Karnataka High Court quashed criminal proceedings against R Gopal Reddy, a 68-year-old property owner. The Court ruled that a property owner cannot be held liable under Section 25 of the NDPS Act unless it is proven that…
Court Denies Bail to Journalist Charged with Blackmail and Extortion, Citing Leniency Towards Habitual Offenders Weakens Legal Sanctions: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant ruling, the Rajasthan High Court in Jodhpur has denied the bail application of Manish Rathore, who has been accused of extortion and criminal intimidation under Sections 384, 327, and 506 of the Indian Penal Code. This judgment was delivered on August 29, 2024, by Justice Rajendra Prakash Soni. Case…
Rape Cases Involving Minors Cannot Be Compromised; State Obligated to Vigorously Prosecute Accused: Rajasthan High Court
The Rajasthan High Court at Jodhpur, in a significant ruling, has denied the bail application of Laxman Charan, who was charged with the rape of an 11-year-old girl under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act) and the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.…
Court Orders Directorate of Education to Issue Circulars in Hindi Language as Well: Delhi High Court
In a significant judgment under the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, the Delhi High Court has ruled on a case concerning the denial of admission to a child under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category due to issues with the validity of the income certificate. The case, titled…
Criminal Justice System Encompasses Reformation Beyond Punishment Orders Release of Impoverished Convicts on Probation Without Deposit: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jodhpur addressed the case of Ganesh S/o Rajeng Ninama, Laxman S/o Rakma Charpota, Ganesh S/o Dhan Ji, and Bansu S/o Ravji Charpota who challenged the judgment of the Additional Sessions Judge, Banswara. This decision revolves around the Probation…
Unexplained Prolonged Delay Fatal to Prosecution Court Quashes Rape Case Filed After 16 Years: Kerala High Court
In a significant legal development, the High Court of Kerala has quashed a criminal case involving allegations of rape under Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The case, originally registered as Crime No. 696/2017 at the Pathanamthitta Police Station and subsequently pending as S.C. No. 31/2021 in the…
Court Bars T-Series from Using 'Aashiqui' Title in Trademark Infringement Suit Filed by Mukesh Bhatt's Firm: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, the Delhi High Court has issued an interim injunction against the film production company Super Cassettes Industries Private Limited, also known as T-Series, preventing it from using the titles "Tu Hi Aashiqui", "Tu Hi Aashiqui Hai", and "Aashiqui" for an…
Court Refuses to Quash Molestation Case Against Astrologer Accused of Inappropriately Touching Woman to 'Fix' Her Kundali: Karnataka High Court
In a recent decision by the High Court of Karnataka, the petitioners, Deepa Darshan H.P. and Mohandas @ Shivaramu, sought to quash the criminal proceedings initiated against them by Smt. Shruthi H.K.. The petitioners are accused of several serious offenses, including Section 498A, Section 354, Section 354A, and…
Lok Adalat Fosters Social Harmony ,Its Award Cannot Be Challenged on Technical Grounds Unless Fraud or Mischief is Proven: Rajasthan High Court
In a recent judgment by the Rajasthan High Court, the Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation (RSRTC) faced a legal setback concerning awards passed by the National Lok Adalat. This case highlights the Legal Services Authorities Act 1987, particularly focusing on the concept of Lok Adalat and the binding nature of…
