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Sampling of Seized Narcotic Substance to Be Done Only Before Magistrate, Not at Time of Seizure: Andhra Pradesh High Court Emphasizes
In a significant development, the Hon’ble Justice T. Mallikarjuna Rao granted regular bail to the petitioner, identified as A.3, in Criminal Petition No.47 of 2024 under Sections 437 and 439 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The case pertains to Crime No.82 of 2023 registered at Krishna Devi Peta Police Station,…
Court Takes Suo Moto Cognizance Of Rodent Menace In A Prayagraj Hospital: Allahabad High Court
In a significant development, the Allahabad High Court, led by Hon'ble Manoj Kumar Gupta, Acting Chief Justice, and Hon'ble Kshitij Shailendra, J., has taken suo motu cognizance of a matter pertaining to the alarming menace of rodents in SRN Hospital, as highlighted in a news report published in the daily newspaper…
There Can Be No Limitation For Filing Application For Compounding Of Offence Contrary To Sec 279(2) Of I-T Act: Madras High Court
In a recent order dated 13.12.2023, the Honorable High Court of Judicature at Madras, headed by Justice C. Saravanan, addressed the case of M/s. Jak Communications Private Limited and Others vs. Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (TDS) and Others under W.P.Nos. 4855 and 4857 of 2023. The central issue revolved around…
Income From Sub-Letting Deemed as 'Business Income' in the Business of Renting/Licensing of Shops: Calcutta High Court
In a significant ruling, the Calcutta High Court recently pronounced its judgement on an income tax matter involving the classification of income derived from sub-licensing commercial spaces. The case, filed under ITA/168/2010, revolves around M/S. Oberoi Building & Investment (P) Limited challenging the assessment by…
High Court Directs Bihar DGP To Conduct Inquiry On Allegations Of Assault On Advocate Inside Police Station
In a significant development, the Patna High Court, in Criminal Writ Jurisdiction Case No. 1081 of 2023, has intervened in a case arising out of Mokama Police Station Case No. 198 of 2021, involving Anand Gaurav, an advocate by profession. Background: Anand Gaurav, son of Ganesh Prasad Singh, residing in Sakni…
Minor Girl Fearing Life In Parents' Custody Can Be Sent To Shelter Home Till Adulthood; 'Husband' Lacks Right To Claim Her Custody: Patna High Court
In a groundbreaking judgment, the Patna High Court addressed the pressing issue of child marriages and reinforced the protective measures for minor girls under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006. The court, in its order dated 16-01-2024, dealt with the matter of a minor girl, Shivani Kumari, and her marriage,…
Animal Cruelty Case: Court Refuses To Enhance ₹1K Fine Imposed On Senior Citizen Woman In Case Over Death Of Street Puppies: Karnataka High Court
Bengaluru, January 11, 2024: In a recent judgment, the Karnataka High Court, presided over by the Hon'ble Ms. Justice J.M.Khazi, addressed a Criminal Revision Petition (CRL.RP NO.1344 OF 2019) involving a case of animal cruelty under multiple sections of the law. Case Overview: Harish K.B., an Animal Welfare Officer,…
Cheque Bounce, Accused Cannot Lead Evidence By Affidavit, Statute Only Permits Complainant To Tender Evidence In Such Form: Andhra Pradesh High Court
In a recent order by the Hon’ble Smt. Justice Venkata Jyothirmai Pratapa, the court addressed a criminal petition (Criminal Petition No.1594 of 2020) filed under Section 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The petitioner, Mr. Kadiveti Ramanaiah, sought direction to the Additional Judicial Magistrate of First Class…
UPGST, Court Affirms Truck as Capital Asset; Raises Concerns Over Seizure Without Notice Impacting Civil Rights: Allahabad High Court
In a recent order dated 9th January 2024, the Allahabad High Court, presided over by Hon'ble Justices Saumitra Dayal Singh and Manjive Shukla, addressed a writ petition under Section 129 of the U.P. Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 (GST Act). The case revolves around the seizure of a TATA LPT 407 truck, bearing…
10 Years Rigorous Imprisonment for Man Inducing Minor into Prostitution in Red Light Area: Bombay High Court
In a recent court order, Justice Prithviraj K. Chavan delivered a verdict convicting Vijay Bhika Dive under Section 363 of the Indian Penal Code (I.P.C) for the kidnapping of a minor. The case, which unfolded in Nashik, Maharashtra, involved serious charges under the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956,…
