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Surrogacy Act 2021: Court Allows Couples to Opt for Surrogacy Without Stringent Conditions: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court, in the case of Mrs. ABC vs. Union of India, has delivered a landmark judgment on surrogacy rights, specifically addressing the implications of the Surrogacy Act 2021. The court's decision revolves around the controversial notification dated 14 March 2023, which imposed…
Court Affirms Validity of Arbitration Agreement Despite Reference to Arbitration Act, 1940 as Applicable Law: Karnataka High Court
In a recent judicial pronouncement, the Hon'ble Mr. Justice H.P. Sandesh of the Karnataka High Court has rendered a significant judgment under Section 85 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. Background: The case involved a dispute between M/S. ICDS Ltd., represented by its GPA holder, Smt. Nirmala Prabhakar,…
Court Halts Termination of Divisional Warden Over Unauthorized Use of 'Civil Defense Service' Logo: Kerala High Court
In a recent development, Binu Mitran T, residing at Flat No. 9, Block No. 1, J.M. Gardens, Vaduthala P.O., Cochin, Ernakulam, has filed a Writ Petition (Civil) No. 5689 of 2024 before the High Court of Kerala. The petitioner, aged 48, challenges an order issued by the Regional Fire Officer - Ernakulam, dated…
Petitioner Underwent Sterilisation Based On Promises Of 'Jyoti Yojna', State's Breach Of Promise Violates Principles Of Legitimate Expectation: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant legal development, the Rajasthan High Court has issued a directive to the State Government to fulfill its commitments under the 'Jyoti Yojna' scheme, highlighting the breach of promise and violation of the doctrine of "legitimate expectation" and "promissory estoppel." Case Overview: The case, Smt.…
Court Urges State Bar Council Intervention to Mediate Lawyers' Factions Dispute in Kittur Taluk: Karnataka High Court
In a recent development at the Karnataka High Court, a writ petition (WP No. 100505 of 2024) has been filed by The Bar Association Kittur and its President, Vishwanath, along with Advocate Mareppa, General Secretary of the association. The petition challenges the resolution (Annexure-A1) of the Karnataka State Bar…
Calcutta High Court Acts Swiftly: Suo Moto Cognizance of Alleged Sexual Assault at Gunpoint in Sandeshkhali
In a significant development, the Calcutta High Court, on its Appellate Side, has taken suo moto cognizance of distressing incidents reported in Sandeshkhali, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal. The matter, titled "The Court’s on its Own Motion vs. State of West Bengal," WPA 4011 of 2024, was heard by the Hon'ble Justice…
Consumer entitled to have his car replaced if there is manufacturing defect, not just repair: Jammu & Kashmir High Court
In a recent ruling by the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Jammu, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. faced a setback in its appeal against a consumer complaint filed by Mr. Ramesh Chander Sharma. The case, registered under OWP No. 873/2009, revolves around a dispute regarding a Maruti 800 CC Car purchased by Mr.…
High Court Quashes Bar Council's Decision, Directs Reconsideration of Enrollment
In a significant development, the Karnataka High Court, on January 29, 2024, delivered a verdict in Writ Petition No. 11806 of 2020, challenging the order dated November 6, 2019, issued by the Karnataka State Bar Council. The petitioner, Sri. Shelhan, aged 62 years, sought relief under Article 226 of the Constitution…
No Restriction on Compassionate Employment for Daughter if Son is Already in Government Service: Allahabad High Court
In a recent judicial pronouncement, the Allahabad High Court, under the jurisdiction of Court No. 38, addressed a writ petition challenging the rejection of a compassionate appointment. The case revolves around the rejection of Kumari Nisha's application for compassionate appointment following the demise of her…
S.21 Registration Of Births & Deaths Act Doesn't Authorise Registrar To Compel DNA Test on Parents and Child: Kerala High Court
In a recent order (W.P.(C) No. 447 of 2024), the Kerala High Court addressed the plea of petitioners Romeo Victor and Jenny Cherunny seeking the issuance of a birth certificate for their child. The order, delivered by the Honorable Mr. Justice V.G. Arun on Wednesday, the 7th day of February 2024, sheds light on the…
