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Court Directs Judicial Officer To Explain Passing Of Two Contradictory Orders On Same Day In Same Case: Allahabad High Court
In a notable development, the Allahabad High Court has directed a judicial inquiry into conflicting decisions issued on the same date by the Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM) in a defamation case under Section 500 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The inquiry, ordered by Hon'ble Justice Mayank Kumar Jain,…
Witnesses Cannot Be Expected To Present Parrot-Like Version Before Trial Court, Upholds Conviction In Murder Case: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a significant judgment, the High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh has upheld the life imprisonment sentence for Om Parkash under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for the murder of Ramesh Kumar and one year of imprisonment under Section 25 of the Arms Act for possession of an illegal firearm. The…
Court Allows Further Investigation In 10 Yr-Old Assault Case, Directs Re-Examination Of Medical Records & Calls For Additional Chargesheet: Karnataka High Court
In a recent development at the Karnataka High Court, Justice K. Natarajan pronounced an order directing further investigation in a case involving assault charges. The case, bearing Writ Petition No. 17118 of 2022, revolves around an incident of assault that took place on 25th December 2013 in Bengaluru. Case Details:…
Veterinary Student Suicide, Court grants bail to students accused of ragging: Kerala High Court
In a recent development, the Honourable Mr. Justice P.G. Ajithkumar of the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam has issued an order regarding Bail Application No. 2306 of 2024, concerning Crime No. 77/2024 of Vyithiri Police Station, Wayanad. Case Background: The petitioner, Mr. Akash S.D., aged 22 years and son of…
Noting His 'Precarious' Economic State, Court Modifies Life Sentence Of Man Who Raped 5-Yr Old Girl To 14-Yr: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court addressed the conviction of Gaurav Sharma under Section 376 IPC and Section 3(2)(v) of the SC/ST Act in a case involving the brutal sexual assault of a five-year-old girl. The court's decision, delivered on May 29, 2024, highlights crucial aspects of criminal law and…
Mother Employed But Father Owns Institution, Is Daughter Entitled To 'Ward Of Insured Certificate'? What Kerala High Court Held
In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court has directed the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) to reconsider an application for a 'Ward of Insured Person Certificate' that had been previously rejected. This judgment came on May 27, 2024, under the aegis of Justice Devan Ramachandran. The petitioner,…
Period Of Bonafide Negotiations May Be Excluded For Computing Period Of Limitation For Reference: Delhi High Court
In a significant development under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, the Delhi High Court has issued a judgment appointing a sole arbitrator to adjudicate a dispute between two parties, Blooming Orchid and FP Life Education Foundation. The dispute revolves around contractual obligations and termination…
Dying Declaration, Section 32(1) Of The Evidence Act Is In The Nature Of Exception, Circumstances Must Be Established By Party Wishing To Avail It: Kerala High Court
In a landmark case that underscores the intricacies of legal evidence, the Kerala High Court recently delivered a verdict in Criminal Appeal Nos. 117 & 127 of 2017, highlighting a critical flaw in the interpretation of Section 32(1) of the Evidence Act. The judgment, handed down by Justices P.B. Suresh Kumar and M.B.…
No Locus, Court Dismisses With Cost Plea Seeking Reasons Behind SC Collegium Recommendations For High Court Judges Appointment: Delhi High Court
NEW DELHI, May 27, 2024: In a recent development, the Delhi High Court, under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, has dismissed a writ petition filed by CA Rakesh Kumar Gupta against the Supreme Court of India through the Secretary General. The case, W.P.(C) 5017/2024 & CM APPL. 20526/2024, raised concerns about…
Bank Can't Open LOC As An Arm Twisting Tactic To Recover Debt: Delhi High Court
In a landmark decision, the Delhi High Court quashed a Lookout Circular (LOC) issued against Mr. Rajesh Gupta, a prominent businessman, by the Bank of Baroda. The court's ruling, delivered by Justice Subramonium Prasad, emphasized the importance of individual liberty and the stringent conditions under which LOCs can…
