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Non-Filing Of GST Return Due To Technical Glitch, Bank Can't Be Penalised: Telangana High Court
In a significant ruling, the Madras High Court has provided relief to SCB India regarding the transitional credit under the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Act, 2017. The court addressed the issues surrounding the technical glitches encountered by SCB India while filing TRAN-1 forms and clarified the legal…
Court Orders Action Against Medical Officer Who Erroneously Classified Victim's Injuries As Life-Threatening In Attempt To Murder Case: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant legal development, the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jodhpur has granted bail to Bhanwar Khan @ Bhanwaru Khan, who was accused under Section 341, Section 323, and Section 307 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The case pertains to F.I.R No.50/2024 from Police Station Jamsar, District Bikaner.…
Consumer Court orders restaurant to pay ₹35k for failing to deliver pickle with meals, not issuing bill
In a recent ruling under the Consumer Protection Act 2019, the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in Villupuram has addressed a complaint concerning service deficiencies by a local eatery, Balamurugan Tiffin Centre. Case Background: On 28.11.2022, Mr. Arokiyasamy, the complainant, ordered 25 meals from…
Court conditionally accept apologies by 28 lawyers who shouted slogans at Kottayam Magistrate: Kerala High Court
In a significant development under the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, the High Court of Kerala has taken stern action against a group of lawyers for their disruptive behavior in the court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Kottayam. The court’s decision, announced on July 26, 2024, highlights the seriousness of…
Non-Bailable Warrant Section 73 CrPC Cannot Be Issued To Produce Accused Before Police For Investigation: Delhi High Court
In a significant legal development, the Delhi High Court has granted anticipatory bail to a petitioner, Mr. Arun Kumar, involved in a case under Sections 376 (rape) and 406 (criminal breach of trust) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The court's decision followed a series of procedural issues raised regarding the…
Only Men Can Be Prosecuted Under 'Gender-Specific' Law Of Sexual Harassment Section 354A IPC: Calcutta High Court
Kolkata, July 27, 2024 – In a significant judgment, the Calcutta High Court has quashed the proceedings against Ms. Anjali Sharma, who was accused under Section 354A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The Court ruled that a woman cannot be prosecuted under this section, which pertains to sexual harassment, as it is…
Court Orders Enquiry Against Judge Who 'Blindly Signed' Wrong Order Sheets Written By Clerk: Madhya Pradesh High Court
Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh - The High Court of Madhya Pradesh has rejected the fourth bail application under Section 439 of the Cr.P.C. filed by Ranjeet Singh Johal. The application was dismissed by Hon'ble Justice G. S. Ahluwalia on the 24th of July, 2024. Case Background: Ranjeet Singh Johal was arrested on October 6,…
Extended Limitation Can't Be Invoked If No 'Omission' & Suppression Of Material Facts' To Evade Tax : Calcutta High Court
In a significant decision by the High Court at Calcutta on 9th July 2024, the court dismissed an appeal by the Commissioner of Service Tax, Kolkata, against G.S. Atwal and Co. Engineering Pvt. Ltd., concerning the applicability of service tax on mining services rendered before 1st June 2007. The decision, delivered by…
Non-Govt Employee Receiving Annual Increments Is In “Permanent Job” For Grant Of Future Prospects In Motor Accident Claim: Madhya Pradesh High Court
JABALPUR, 20th July 2024: In a significant ruling under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur, has enhanced the compensation awarded to the claimants in a motor accident case. The decision was delivered by Justice Achal Kumar Paliwal. Case Background: The appeal was filed by Smt.…
Court Declines Law Students' Plea Challenging Debarment From Writing Ninth-Semester Exams Due To Attendance Shortage: Karnataka High Court
In a recent judicial review, the Karnataka High Court addressed a significant issue concerning discriminatory examination policies at the Karnataka State Law University (KSLU). The court's decision highlighted key aspects of educational fairness and students' rights under the Constitution of India. Case Summary The…
