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Supreme Court: Consent Dynamics in Relationships Evolve Over Time; Denies Quashing Rape Case
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India, presided over by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Aniruddha Bose and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Kumar, addressed the Special Leave to Appeal (Crl.) No(s). 6279/2023. The case emanated from a final judgment by the High Court of Karnataka Circuit Bench at Dharwad, dated…
Violation of Human Rights, Court Quashes State Human Rights Commission's Report: Karnataka High Court
In a significant development, the Karnataka High Court, in Writ Petition No. 7893 of 2020, has addressed concerns raised by petitioners regarding an impugned report dated 12/03/2020 submitted by the Karnataka State Human Rights Commission (KSHRC). The court, presided over by Justice Poonacha, passed a detailed order…
Urgent Action Ordered by Court, City not safe for anyone if lawyers can be assaulted: Patna High Court
In a significant development, the Patna High Court, under the Criminal Writ Jurisdiction, Case No. 473 of 2024, has taken suo-motu cognizance of an assault incident that occurred on March 1, 2024. The case arises from Jakkanpur Police Station, Patna, Bihar. Key Details of the Case: - Petitioner: Abhishek Kumar…
Court Slaps Rs 2 Lakh Fine on Revenue Officer and RTI Activist for Harassing Senior Citizen with Baseless 'False Domicile' Complaint: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a recent development at the High Court of Madhya Pradesh in Indore, Justice Vivek Rusia delivered a significant verdict on February 28, 2024, in Writ Petition No. 8121 of 2023. The case involved Dr. Ashok Verma, a retired ex-professor from Government College, Nivali, District Barwani, who had filed the petition…
Hindu Marriage Act, Wife's Request For Financial Support From Husband Not Cruelty: Delhi High Court
In a recent judgment, the Delhi High Court granted a divorce under Section 13 (1) (i-a) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, based on the grounds of cruelty. The case involved a matrimonial dispute between Mr. A, the appellant, and Mrs. B, the respondent. Background of the Case: The appellant, Mr. A, filed a divorce…
Court Expresses Concern Over Judge's Conduct For Suggesting Accused & Victim Settle Rape Case, Orders Trial By Another Judge: Delhi High Court
In a recent order, the Delhi High Court addressed a petition seeking the quashing of an FIR registered under Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which pertains to the offence of rape. The petitioner, Mr. XYZ, had sought the quashing of the FIR on the basis of a settlement agreement entered into with the…
Supreme Court mooting measures to strengthen bar associations across India
In a significant development, the Supreme Court, headed by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Surya Kant and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Dipankar Datta, has taken up the matter of Petition(s) for Special Leave to Appeal (C) No(s).3950/2024 filed by petitioner A. Mohandoss against The Registrar General & Ors. The case arises from the final…
Allegations on Arbitrator's Independence Under Item 24 of 5th Schedule of Arbitration Act Not Automatically a Ground for Disqualification
In a recent development, the civil miscellaneous arbitration application (No. 91 of 2023) involving Gepdec Infratech Limited and U.P. Power Transmission Corporation Ltd. has taken a significant turn as the court appointed an arbitrator under the provisions of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. Background: The…
CourtExtends Interim Protection for MP Asaduddin Owaisi in Controversial Ram Janmabhumi Verdict Criticism Case: Allahabad High Court
In a significant development, the Allahabad High Court, under the jurisdiction of Hon'ble Sanjay Kumar Singh, J., has quashed the summoning order dated 10.01.2023 and proceedings of Complaint Case (MP/MLA) No. 566 of 2022 against prominent politician Asaduddin Owaisi. The case, dealing with Sections 153-A, 295-A, and…
Mere Acquittal in Cruelty Case by Wife No Ground to Grant Divorce to Husband: Delhi High Court
In a significant legal development, the Delhi High Court rendered a judgment in a divorce case, firmly upholding the principles embedded in the Hindu Marriage Act, Section 13(1) (ia). The case, featuring the parties X as the petitioner and Y as the respondent, delves into the intricate dynamics of marital…
