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Spread Of Drugs In Society Ruins Generations: Jharkhand High Court Takes Suo Moto Cognizance Of Opium Cultivation In Khunti District
In a recent development, the High Court of Jharkhand has taken decisive action against the rampant illegal cultivation of opium in the state. The court initiated Writ Petition (PIL) No. 1139 of 2024 following a reference from a learned Single Judge who discovered the widespread illegal opium cultivation across…
Court Directs CBI To Submit Detailed Report On Pending Criminal Cases Against MPs & MLAs, Expresses Displeasure Over Delay In Trials: Jharkhand High Court
In a recent order dated 16th April, 2024, the Hon’ble Acting Chief Justice along with Justice Navneet Kumar expressed strong dissatisfaction with the pace of criminal cases against Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in Jharkhand. The case, WP(PIL) No.4489 of 2021, has highlighted…
Court Questions Income Threshold in Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi Financial Aid: Delhi High Court
In a recent development, the High Court of Delhi has raised concerns over the eligibility criteria under the Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi (RAN) scheme, specifically regarding kidney transplants. The case, registered as W.P.(C) 5502/2024, has drawn attention to the plight of Mr. Suresh Kumar Raghav, a resident of Tughlakabad…
Payment of Gratuity Act 1972, Employee entitled to interest on withheld gratuity upon acquittal: Calcutta High Court
In a significant legal development, a recent judgment from the High Court at Calcutta has shed light on the entitlement of employees to interest on withheld gratuity following acquittal in criminal proceedings. The case, titled "Md. Farid vs. Union of India & Ors.," centered around the interpretation of provisions in…
Each Citizen Casts Only One Vote, Double Entry Voters Not Allowed To Cast Vote In More Than One Place: Kerala High Court
In a recent development, a writ petition was filed before the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam, focusing on crucial aspects of electoral integrity and fairness. The case, titled Varkala Kahar vs. Election Commission of India & Others, brought attention to several key issues concerning the upcoming elections in the…
Court Urges Expedited Weeding Out of Records in Grim District Court Record Rooms: Delhi High Court
In a significant development, the Delhi High Court has issued a detailed order in W.P.(C) 6082/2019, focusing on the implementation of new e-Filing rules and the digitalization process in the District Courts of Delhi. The order, passed by Hon'ble Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Hon'ble Ms. Justice Manmeet Pritam…
Motor Vehicles Act, Tribunal Should Not Dismiss Application For Compensation Merely For Non-Joinder Of Party: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a recent ruling by the Punjab and Haryana High Court on March 22, 2024, Justice Sudeepti Sharma pronounced a significant judgment in the case of Smt. Kaushal and Others vs. Raj Kamal and Others under FAO-3516-2006 (O&M) concerning a fatal accident and the subsequent compensation claim. Case Details: The case…
Belagavi woman assault: Karnataka High Court grants bail to 11 accused
In a significant development, the High Court of Karnataka, Dharwad Bench, has granted bail to several accused individuals involved in a high-profile case registered under Section 307 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and other relevant sections of the law. The case, Crime No. 260/2023 registered by Kakati Police Station…
Family Courts Have Power To Modify Child Custody Orders If Situation Changes, Doctrine Of Res Judicata Not Applicable: Kerala High Court
In a recent ruling, the Family Court of Thalassery meticulously examined a child custody dispute under Section 6 of the Hindu Marriage Act. The case, titled Thomas @ Manoj E.J. vs. Indu S, brought forth complex issues surrounding the custody of a minor child. The petitioner, Thomas @ Manoj E.J., aged 39, and the…
Imposes ₹5 Lakh Cost On 'CWC' For Sending Minor Girl Residing With Mother To Children's Home: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad addressed a Habeas Corpus Writ Petition filed by Km Pooja Rajput Corpus and Another against State of UP and four others. The case, numbered 228 of 2024, centered on the custody of a minor child and raised important questions about parental…
