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MCOC Act, Detention of person under MCOCA should end once sanction to prosecute is denied: Bombay High Court
In a landmark ruling, the Bombay High Court has addressed crucial aspects of default bail rights under the Maharashtra Control of Organized Crime Act, 1999 (MCOC Act). The case, which involved a detailed examination of legal provisions and precedents, has significant implications for the interpretation of default bail…
Court Orders Action Against Police Officers for Case Diary Manipulation and Delaying Probe Post Rejection of Closure Report: Madhya Pradesh High Court
Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh: In a significant legal development, the case of Atul Mandlekar v. The State Of Madhya Pradesh & Ors., bearing Case No. WP No. 5058 of 2024, has exposed alarming instances of systemic police misconduct and malpractice in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh. The case, which centers on allegations of…
Court Sets Aside Husband's Conviction Under Section 498A IPC, Rules Calling Wife 'Bhoot' or 'Pishach' Not Cruelty: Patna High Court
The case revolved around allegations of dowry harassment and cruelty under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code and Section 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961. The complaint was filed by Mr. X against the petitioners, Mr. Y and Mr. Z, accusing them of subjecting his daughter, Ms. A, to physical and mental torture…
Court Grants Bail to Rape Accused; Raises Doubts About Crime Occurring at Crowded Beach on Eid: Bombay High Court
In a significant development, the High Court of Judicature at Bombay has granted bail to XYZ, the applicant in Criminal Bail Application No. 3872 of 2022. The case revolves around charges under Sections 376(2)(n), 354, 354(D), 506 of the Indian Penal Code and Section 12 of the Protection of Children from Sexual…
Lawyer cannot claim a share in the fruits of litigation: Jammu and Kashmir High Court
In a significant development, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Jammu, under the jurisdiction of Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Dhar, has issued a crucial order regarding the release of compensation in a motor accident claim case. The case involves Munni, represented by her advocate Mr. Gagan Oswal, as the…
Section 47 Of The CPC Does Not Apply To Proceedings For Enforcement Of Arbitral Award: Karnataka High Court
In a recent legal development concerning the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, the case of M/s Bellary Nirmithi Kendra v. M/s Capital Metal Industries (CRP No. 100067 of 2022) has brought to light intricate challenges in enforcing arbitral awards under the Act. This case delves into the nuanced application of…
Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996: Dispute Over Arbitration Clause Leads to Quashing of Trial Court's Order: Karnataka High Court
In a recent development, the Karnataka High Court intervened in a case under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, titled WP No. 4604 of 2018. The case revolves around a dispute arising from a Joint Venture Agreement between the plaintiff and defendants. Background of the Case: The plaintiff filed OS No.27293 of…
Article 21A Doesn't Guarantee Choice of School for Education: Delhi High Court
In a recent judicial pronouncement, Justice C. Hari Shankar of the High Court of Delhi delivered a judgment in W.P.(C) 4683/2023, highlighting a crucial issue concerning the admission of students from Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) under the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009. Case…
Court bars ten advocates from law practice for a month: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a recent development in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur, WP No. 7295 of 2023 has drawn attention as the court granted an extension for filing replies in the case "In Reference (Suo Moto) vs The Chairman and Others". The case, presided over by Chief Justice Ravi Malimath and Judge Vishal Mishra, saw…
'Anti-Conversion' Law Applicable To Live-In Relationships Too: Allahabad High Court
In a recent legal development, a significant case under the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021 has shed light on the complexities surrounding interfaith marriages. The case, filed as Writ - C No. 1067 of 2024, revolves around the petitioners Mariya Zameel Urf Riya and Mihir Pandey,…
