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School cannot deny admission: Delhi High Court directs admission of 7-year-old children under EWS category
In a recent development, the Delhi High Court, under the jurisdiction of Hon'ble Mr. Justice C. Hari Shankar, has issued a judgment in the case of Ojas Satyawali, a 7-year-old boy from the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) category, seeking admission in Class I for the academic session 2023-2024. Background: The…
Section 37 of NDPS Act Does Not Guarantee Bail if Trial Delayed, Kerala High Court Dismisses Bail Plea in Drug Trafficking Case
In a recent development, the Kerala High Court, under the purview of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, has dismissed the bail application filed by Jaseer S.M. The petitioner, arrested on December 7, 2022, faces charges related to drug trafficking under Section 22 (c) of the Act. Case Background:…
Landmark Decision on Lawyers Misusing Positions: Allahabad High Court Takes Firm Action
In a significant development, the Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court has issued a groundbreaking order addressing the rampant issue of individuals posing as lawyers and engaging in illegal property grabbing, hindering the functioning of the District Court in Lucknow. The court, presided over by Hon'ble Rajan…
Cannot Withdraw Resignation Once It Is Accepted: Former Constable's Writ Petition Dismissed
In a significant development, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur, under the jurisdiction of Hon'ble Shri Justice Vivek Agarwal, passed an order on January 4th, 2024, dismissing Writ Petition No. 938 of 2013 filed by Madhav Prasad Pandey against the State of Madhya Pradesh and others. Background: Madhav…
Fined ₹25K on UP government as its standing counsel wasted 10 minutes of 'valuable' judicial time: Allahabad High Court
In a recent development at the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, Lucknow Bench, a writ petition under Section 12 of the Arms Act, 1959 has garnered attention. The case bears the title "Rajit Ram Verma vs. State Of U.P. Thru. Prin. Secy. Home Lko. And 2 Others". Background of the Case: Rajit Ram Verma, the…
Plastic Ban Violations at Sabarimala: Kerala High Court Takes Action
Ernakulam, January 8, 2024 – In a recent order, the Kerala High Court, presided over by the Honorable Mr. Justice Anil K. Narendran and Mr. Justice G. Girish, addressed the issue of unauthorized hawkers and the sale of plastic articles, including PET bottles, at Nilakkal, the base camp of the Sabarimala pilgrimage.…
PIL For Ban On Open Sale Of Acid: Summons UP Government to Justify Measures Against Acid Attacks and Discuss Potential Ban on Open Sale of Acid
In a significant development, the Supreme Court, led by Hon'ble Acting Chief Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta and Hon'ble Justice Kshitij Shailendra, has taken suo-motu cognizance of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) bearing number 3031 of 2023. The case revolves around a grave matter concerning the implementation of…
Covid Norms Violation Case | Allahabad High Stays Proceedings Against Jayant Chaudhary in Violation of COVID-19 Guidelines Case
In a significant development, the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad has granted interim relief to Jayant Chaudhary, also known as Jayant Kumar Singh, the National President of Rashtriya Lok Dal. The court, presided over by Hon'ble Sanjay Kumar Singh, passed an order on January 8, 2024, in response to an…
No Prior Notice Required for Eviction Applications Under UP Urban Premises Tenancy Act, When Property is Needed for Personal Use: Allahabad High Court
Lucknow, January 8, 2024: In a recent development under the Uttar Pradesh Regulation of Urban Premises Tenancy Act, 2021, the Allahabad High Court upheld the eviction order against Mr. Mahesh Chandra Agarwal, the petitioner, in a case concerning a shop located at 253/96, Nadan Mahal Road, Lucknow. Key Details: 1.…
Anticipatory Bail Denied: Refuses Pre-Arrest Bail To Man Booked For Assaulting Doctor, Nurses
In a recent development at the High Court of Kerala, Justice Sophy Thomas dismissed the anticipatory bail application (Bail Appl. No. 10695 of 2023) filed by Jins Francis, aged 37, son of Francis, in connection with Crime No.1162/2023 registered at Chalakkudy Police Station, Thrissur. The case involves offenses under…
