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Court Emphasizes Need for Referendum to Establish Bargaining Power Among Multiple Trade Unions: Kerala High Court
In a significant judgment, the High Court of Kerala has directed the Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore Limited (FACT) to conduct a Referendum for the recognition of trade unions in the Cochin Division. This decision, delivered by the Honourable Mr. Justice N. Nagareth on July 31, 2024, underscores the importance of…
Father Liable for Child’s School Fees in Addition to Interim Maintenance When Wife is Unemployed at His Request: Karnataka High Court
In a recent judgment from the High Court of Karnataka, the petition filed by a husband under Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) was dismissed. The case centered around a dispute between a husband and wife regarding interim maintenance, involving important sections from the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the…
Court Affirms Jurisdiction Under Section 11(6) of Arbitration Act Upon Default of Pre-Arbitral Procedures: Delhi High Court
Delhi High Court adjudicated on a petition under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (the 1996 Act), concerning a contractual dispute between BKSONS Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. (the petitioner) and the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation (the respondent). The Court’s…
Trial Court Must Publish Proclamation for Proclaimed Offender; Adjournment Awaiting Appearance Not Permitted: Punjab & Haryana High Court
Sandeep Kaur has successfully challenged the order declaring her a proclaimed offender in the High Court of Punjab and Haryana. The case revolves around the proclamation process under Section 82 of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.), highlighting critical procedural errors that led to the quashing of the previous…
Court Orders UT Administration to Fast-Track PET Scan Installation in All Government Medical Colleges:Jammu and Kashmir High Court
The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has issued a significant order in the cases of WP(C) No. 1596/2024 and WP(C) No. 1613/2024. This development concerns a petition filed by Vishwajeet Singh Thakur and others, challenging certain actions of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir. Counsel for the Respondents: - Ms.…
Accused Not Entitled To Materials Affecting Privacy Of Sexual Offence Victim On Ground That Her Identity Is Already Disclosed In Public: Kerala High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Kerala has addressed critical issues concerning the disclosure of sensitive evidence in criminal proceedings. The court delivered its verdict on Crl.M.C.No.1419 of 2022, involving Muhammed Ramees, the first accused in S.C.No.1042/2019. Case Background: The case revolved…
Court Rules Essential Procedures Must Be Followed in Lok Adalats, Even if It Limits the Number of Cases Disposed: Bombay High Court
In a significant judgment, the Bombay High Court examined the procedural integrity of Lok Adalats under the Legal Services Authorities Act and ruled on the validity of a Lok Adalat award in Regular Civil Suit No. 781 of 2017. The case highlights the necessity of adhering to specific procedural requirements to ensure…
Supreme Court to Decide on Alimony Eligibility for Void Marriages
New Delhi, August 22, 2024: The Supreme Court of India today deliberated on a significant issue concerning the applicability of Sections 24 and 25 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. The matter revolves around whether alimony can be granted when a marriage is declared void. Court Proceedings: Today, the case was heard by…
Court Orders Genuine and Bona Fide Witnesses for Marriages at Arya Samaj Mandir: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has declared the marriage of Mukesh Kumar Sen’s daughter to her uncle, Mr. Satendra Kumar, as void due to discrepancies and false declarations in the marriage documentation. The judgment sheds light on the procedural flaws and legal implications surrounding the case. Case Background: 1. Petition…
Plea in Court Requests CBI Investigation into Sexual Assault of Minor Girls at Phony NCC Camp in Krishnagiri: Madras High Court
A petition has been filed in the Madras High Court demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the alleged sexual assault of minor girls at a purported NCC camp in Krishnagiri District, Tamil Nadu. The case will be heard by a bench of Acting Chief Justice D Krishnakumar and Justice PB Balaji. Incident…
