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Court Acquits Man Accused of Rape Due to Lack of Evidence and Delay in Reporting: Rajasthan High Court
Jaipur, June 9, 2024: In a significant judgment, the Rajasthan High Court acquitted an appellant accused of rape, highlighting critical inconsistencies in the prosecutrix's testimony and a lack of medical evidence. The case, governed by the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), involved…
NDPS Act, Court Grants Bail To Man Allegedly Found With Half Kg Heroin: Rajasthan High Court
Rajasthan High Court has granted bail to Amjad Khan @ Akram @ Ajju in a significant case involving the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS Act). The court’s decision underscores the importance of adhering to procedural requirements in narcotic cases. Case Background Amjad Khan, a resident of…
Road Accident, Contributory Negligence and Valid Driving License Dispute in Motor Accident Case: Kerala High Court
In a notable judgment by the Kerala High Court at Ernakulam, presided over by The Honourable Mrs. Justice Shoba Annamma Eapen, an appeal concerning the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 was resolved. The case involved a motor accident claim where the appellant, Raju K.J., sought compensation for injuries sustained in an…
Court Grants Divorce Based on Mental Cruelty and Conviction Under Hindu Marriage Act: Madhya Pradesh High Court
Gwalior, May 14, 2024: In a significant ruling, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Gwalior has granted a divorce to Smt. Deepa Tomar on the grounds of mental cruelty and desertion under Section 13 (1) of the Hindu Marriage Act. The court's decision overturned the earlier judgment by the Principal Judge of the Family…
Extra-Judicial Confession Obtained Through Coercion Inadmissible As Evidence, Jharkhand High Court Acquits Man In 15 Yrs Old Murder & Unnatural Offence Case.
Ranchi, Jharkhand - The Jharkhand High Court recently overturned the conviction of Upendra Mehta, who was previously found guilty of murder by the Additional Sessions Judge-IV, Garhwa. The court ruled that the evidence presented against Mehta was insufficient and marred by significant discrepancies, ultimately leading…
Power To Fix Age Of Superannuation In Cooperative Credit Societies Is Discretion Of Board Of Management, Not Govt: Andhra Pradesh High Court
In a significant ruling by the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, a decision was made regarding the age of superannuation for employees of cooperative banks under the Andhra Pradesh Public Employment (Regulation of Age of Superannuation) Act No.4 of 2014. Case Background: The case involved Sri Puvvada Venkata Mohana Murali…
Commercial Courts Act, Disputes Related To Immovable Property Used Exclusively For Trade Are 'Commercial Disputes: Allahabad High Court
The High Court of Judicature at Allahabad recently delivered a significant judgment under Article 227 of the Constitution of India, highlighting the interpretation of a commercial dispute under the Commercial Courts Act, 2015. The case, titled Mamta Kapoor and Another vs. Vinod Kumar Rai, dealt with the categorization…
Not Disclosing Right To Terminate Pregnancy' Infracts Victim's 'Right To Live With Dignity: Madhya Pradesh High Court Slams Police, Doctor In Minor's Rape Case
In a significant ruling on April 30, 2024, the Hon'ble Justice Subodh Abhyankar of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh emphasized the rights of rape victims under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971. The case centered on the medical termination of pregnancy for a minor who was a victim of rape, highlighting…
What Action Taken Against Bloggers Promote Illegally Modified Vehicles? Kerala High Court Asks Ministry Of Transport
In a recent development, the High Court of Kerala reviewed the Sabarimala Special Commissioner Report regarding safety concerns during the Mandala-Makaravilakku Festival Season of 1199 ME (2023-24). The report sheds light on several critical issues impacting public safety, particularly on the roads leading to…
Photos Show Accused Visiting Police Station To Comply With Bail Condition, Not Likely To Be Fabricated: Andhra Pradesh High Court
In a significant development, the High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati has set aside the order cancelling the anticipatory bail of Ramireddi Deepak, Ramireddi Veerababu, and Ramireddi Bharat. The petitioners, accused in a criminal case, had their bail reinstated under Section 397 R/w 401 of the Criminal Procedure…
