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Court Permits Doctor Accused of Abetting Girlfriend's Suicide by Demanding Exorbitant Dowry to Re-Join Post Graduate Studies: Kerala High Court
In a recent development, a Post Graduate Medical student, Dr. Ruwise E.A, has been granted permission to continue his studies in MS (Orthopaedics) at Thiruvananthapuram Medical College despite facing serious criminal charges. The decision came after a writ petition filed by Dr. Ruwise seeking revocation of his…
Court refuses to quash POCSO case against minor accused of sexually assaulting 5-year-old: Kerala High Court
Juvenile Justice Act and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act: Court Upholds Prosecution of Juvenile Offender In a significant ruling, the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam upheld the prosecution of a child aged 13 years accused of serious offences under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act…
Court Refuses to Quash Summons Against Max Hospital Over Alleged Medical Negligence
In a recent development, a significant case concerning medical negligence has surfaced, shedding light on the standards of care expected from healthcare professionals. The case, governed by Section 304A of the Indian Penal Code, has sparked debates over the adequacy of the existing legal framework in addressing…
Personal Loan EMI A Part Of Husband's Net Monthly Income For Purposes Of Determining Maintenance Payable To Wife U/S 125 CrPC: Allahabad High Court
In a recent judicial development, the Allahabad High Court, under Section 127 of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.), has significantly increased the monthly maintenance allowance granted to a petitioner, Rakhi alias Rekha, in a case against her husband, Amit Kumar. The court set aside the previous judgment dated…
Court Mandates Disclosure of Assets & Liabilities in Maintenance Proceedings: Allahabad High Court
In a recent development, the Allahabad High Court has issued a directive for a fresh assessment of maintenance in a case concerning domestic violence under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. The court highlighted several crucial aspects of the case and emphasized the need for adherence to…
Court Mandates Video Recording of SC/ST Act Proceedings, Even If Held in Open Court: Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court has issued a landmark ruling regarding the video recording of proceedings under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. Here's a breakdown of the case and its implications: Background: In a recent case before the Bombay High Court, several interveners…
AO Barred from Reassessing Deleted Additions from Harshad Mehta Scam Case: Bombay High Court
Issue of Interest Expenses Disallowed for Non-Business Purposes Addressed In a recent judgment from the High Court of Judicature at Bombay, the issue of interest expenses incurred for non-business purposes was deliberated upon in Income Tax Appeal No.1491 of 2019 (A.Y. 1989-1990). The Background: The case revolved…
Advocate Prepared False Affidavit? Court Seeks Verification From Oath Commissioner's Register Regarding Deponent's Presence: Allahabad High Court
Jaikar Pandey and Mustaqeem Ahmad, the Lucknow Court No. 5, presided over by Hon'ble Judge Abdul Moin, has ordered a thorough investigation into the authenticity of an affidavit submitted by Jaikar Pandey. The Case Background: Jaikar Pandey, along with two others, filed a writ petition (Writ - A No. 771 of 2024)…
Unsafe To Rely On Child's Testimony Which Is Found To Be Tutored: Delhi High Court Acquits Step-Father Convicted Under POCSO Act For Raping Minor Daughter
Section 374(2) Cr.P.C. - Delhi High Court delivered judgment on March 13, 2024, in CRL.A. 1056/2019. - Appellant: Manvir @ Manish - Respondent: State - Judges: Hon'ble Mr. Justice Suresh Kumar Kait and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Manoj Jain Case Overview: - Manvir @ Manish, step-father of 'S' (name withheld), convicted for…
Court Revokes Bail of Police Constable Accused of Rape Under False Marriage Promise, Levies ₹1 Lakh Penalty for Bail Fraud: Karnataka High Court
In a significant judicial development, the District Court of City has cancelled the bail granted to a respondent accused of serious criminal offenses. This decision comes in light of a detailed examination of the case and the respondent's conduct before the court. The Case: The case involves Mr. State of Karnataka &…
