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No Wrongdoing Can Be Attributed To Consensual Sexual Acts Between Adults Regardless Of Their Marital Status: Delhi High Court
In a recent decision dated April 29, 2024, the High Court of Delhi granted bail to Sunny alias Ravi Kumar in Bail Application No. 3580/2023 under Section 439 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC). The case involves serious allegations under Sections 376 (rape), 354D (stalking), and 506 (criminal intimidation)…
Industrial Disputes Act Time Consumed In Proceedings At Forum Lacking Jurisdiction Is Excluded From Limitation Period: Himachal Pradesh High Court
In a recent judgment, the High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, ruled on a case involving a dispute under the Industrial Disputes Act. Background: Ranjeet Singh, the petitioner, contested an order by the Industrial Tribunal-cum-Labour Court-I, Chandigarh, dated 30.11.2022. The order dismissed a miscellaneous…
Supreme Court Directs Minimum 1/3rd Women's Reservation In Supreme Court Bar Association Posts From 2024 Elections
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has issued a detailed order regarding reforms in the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA). The order, dated 02-05-2024, comes after a series of discussions and considerations regarding the functioning and structure of the SCBA. Background of the Case The case…
Section 138 NI Act: Supreme Court Sets Aside HC Decision Allowing Amendment Of Cheque Date Mentioned In Complaint
The Supreme Court recently concluded a significant case regarding amendments to a cheque date in a criminal matter. The case, titled Munish Kumar Gupta v. M/S Mittal Trading Company, centered around a complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 and Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860.…
Worklady's Termination Ruled Illegal under Section 25-F of the Industrial Disputes Act: Punjab And Haryana High Court
The recent decision by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Vashisth in M/S Creative Edge Men’s Wear Pvt. Ltd. vs. The Presiding Officer Industrial Tribunal-CumLabour Court has brought attention to the protection of workers' rights under the Industrial Disputes Act of 1947. Background of the Case M/S Creative Edge Men’s Wear…
Minimum Wages Act, Company Must Be Necessary Party For Its Offenses Under Minimum Wages Act, Directors Can't Be Sued Separately For Vicariously Liability: Karnataka High Court
The High Court of Karnataka at Bengaluru recently delivered a significant judgment regarding the application of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, in a case involving Padpara Patti Syed Basha AYSB, also known as P. S. Ayub, and Sameer Sulathana, also known as Shammem Sultana, residents of Mariamma Apartments in Frazer Town,…
Accused Has Right To Speedy Trial But Non-Appearance Of Investing Officer Caused 2 Yrs Delay: Gauhati High Court
In a recent development at the Gauhati High Court, Nripen Chandra Nath filed an application under Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrP.C.) seeking relief due to significant delays in his trial. The case pertains to GR Case No. 1059/2014 before the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) in Karbi Anglong, Diphu. The…
Having Differently Abled Children Not Ground To Stay In Premises After Expiry/ Cancellation Of Tenancy Agreement: Telangana High Court
In a recent judgment under the AP Charitable and Hindu Religious Institutions and Endowments Act, the Honourable Justice M.G. Priyadarsini ruled on a contentious matter regarding a lease dispute and the vacation of premises. Here's a detailed breakdown of the case and its outcome: The case, Civil Miscellaneous Appeal…
Court Rules In Favour Of Pfizer In 'Viagra' Drug Suit, Permanently Restrains Oil Manufacturer From Using 'Vigoura' Mark: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has recently delivered a significant judgment in the case of trademark infringement and passing off filed by Pfizer Inc. against a competing pharmaceutical company. The case, registered under Section 29(1) and 29(2)(b) of the Trademarks Act, 1999, pertained to the use of the mark "VIGOURA" by the…
Section138 NI Act Allows Compounding Without Complainant's Consent if Accused Compensated: Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has quashed all criminal proceedings against Raj Reddy Kallem under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act. The case revolves around a disputed purchase order for a "Promotec Fiber Laser Cutting Machine." Here's a detailed breakdown of the case: 1. Background…
