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Teacher Likely To Use Harsh Language To Discipline Student: Discharges Teacher Accused Of Abetment Of Suicide Of Minor Student: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a recent development, a case involving allegations of abetment of suicide against a teacher has been scrutinized under Section 306 of the Indian Penal Code. The case, titled Naresh Kapoor v. State of Punjab and anr., revolves around the circumstances leading to the tragic suicide of Tanvi Mehta, a student, and the…
POCSO Act Has Caused Widespread Injustice In Tribal Hamlets & Rural India Causing 'Uncalled For Arrest & Incarcerations': Orissa High Court
POCSO Act: High Courts' Interpretation and Quashing of Criminal Proceedings Section 29 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act has been at the forefront of recent legal discussions, especially regarding the quashing of criminal proceedings in cases involving minors and sexual offences. High…
Court Orders ₹2 Lakh Compensation To Man Who Was Subjected To 'Severe' Torture, Assault In Police Custody: Patna High Court
The Patna High Court has issued a landmark judgment in a case of alleged custodial violence, ordering compensation and initiating a criminal complaint against responsible police personnel. Background of the Case: Dinesh Kumar Singh, father of Yogesh Kumar Singh @ Techchu Singh, filed a writ petition (Criminal Writ…
Assessee's Failure To Establish Genuineness Of Transaction With Cogent And Credible Evidence: Calcutta High Court
In a recent ruling under the Income Tax Act, the Chennai High Court upheld the decision made by the Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) [CIT(A)] regarding a case of suspected round-tripping of funds. The case involved intricate financial transactions and the scrutiny of various entities' creditworthiness in…
Section 193 of CrPC, Magistrate & Sessions Courts Taking Part Cognizance Against Same Accused For Different Offences Not Permissible: Rajasthan High Court
In a recent judicial pronouncement, the Hon'ble Supreme Court has provided significant clarity on the power of taking cognizance against accused individuals who were not initially charged by the investigating agency. This development comes in the case of Dharampal vs. State of Haryana, where the Court addressed…
POCSO Act, Marry is not the same as of false promise to marry: High Court Karnataka
In a recent development, the High Court of Karnataka at Bengaluru delivered a significant judgment under Criminal Petition No. 2020/2024, focusing on the application of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in the case of Varun Kumar vs. State of Karnataka. The case revolved around serious…
High Court's Intervention On Industrial Tribunal's Decision Is Restricted To Cases Of Perversity: Delhi High Court
[DELHI, March 22, 2024] - In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court addressed a batch of appeals related to employment disputes under Clause X of the Letters Patent. The case involved The Director General, Delhi Doordarshan Kendra as the appellant and Mohd Shahbaz Khan, Tej Pal, Manohar Paswan, Danvir, and Hans Raj as…
'Supporter Of ISIS Ideology, Arranged Illegal Weapons': Delhi High Court Denies Bail To Accused In UAPA Case
In a recent development related to the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), a significant legal matter unfolded in the courtroom. The focal point of discussion was the consideration of a bail plea amid specific provisions outlined in the UAPA. Here's a detailed breakdown of the proceedings: Case Background and…
Hindu Woman Without Own Income Can Enjoy Property Given By Deceased Husband, But Can't Have Absolute Rights Over It: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has reaffirmed the importance of Section 14(2) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 in a property inheritance dispute. The case, involving intricate family dynamics and legal nuances, sheds light on the interpretation of wills and the rights of Hindu women in matters of property…
Initiates Suo Motu PIL on Open Manholes & Ducts in Lucknow, Takes Note of 8-Year-Old Child's Tragic Death: Allahabad High Court
Lucknow, April 24, 2024: In response to a tragic incident reported in the Times of India, where an 8-year-old boy lost his life after falling into an open manhole, the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, Lucknow Bench has taken proactive steps to address this critical issue. Order Details: Section 12 A of the…
