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Negotiable Instruments Act, Directors Not Liable For Dishnor Of Cheque Issued By Company After Their Resignation : Supreme Court
New Delhi, February 16, 2024: In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India, in Criminal Appeal No. 2024 arising from Special Leave Petition (Crl.) No.6905 & 7050 of 2022, addressed the crucial question of whether a Director, who has resigned from their position and has the resignation duly recorded, can be held…
Principles Of Adverse Possession, providing clarity on the limitations and prerequisites for filing suits under the Specific Relief Act, 1963: Supreme Court
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court delivered a landmark judgment on February 13, 2024, in the case of Gopalakrishnan vs. Vasantha, addressing critical questions related to the Specific Relief Act, 1963. Let's break down the judgment to understand its implications. Background: The case revolves…
Judicial Precedent: Appellate Courts' Guidelines in Appeals from Acquittal Clarified by Supreme Court
Landmark Judgment in Criminal Appeal No. 1162/2011 - "Case of Acquittal Reversed" In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has pronounced its verdict in Criminal Appeal No. 1162/2011, a case that involved a compelling examination of evidence and legal nuances. The judgment, delivered on February 12, 2024,…
Supreme court to examine maintenance rights of divorced muslim women under section 125 crpc
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India, in a proceeding related to Special Leave to Appeal (Crl.) No. 1614/2024, has decided to delve into the applicability of the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act, 1986, in cases involving Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC).…
Supreme Court Urges Swift Retrieval of Court Records Upon Granting Leave: Seeks Instructions from CJI for Immediate Action
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India, comprising Hon'ble Mr. Justice Abhay S. Oka and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ujjal Bhuyan, issued an order on February 7, 2024, in Criminal Appeal No. 2445/2023 and connected matters. Background: The appeal, filed by Mijai Molla @ Mijanur Molla & Ors., challenges orders…
Supreme Court Overturns Army Discharge, Criticizes AFT for Casual Approach in Fake Certificate Case
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India, under the Civil Appellate Jurisdiction, addressed the matter in Civil Appeal Nos. 644-645 of 2017 - No.2809759H EX-RECRUIT BABANNA MACHCHED versus UNION OF INDIA AND ORS. Background: After a thorough examination of the case, Justice Pankaj Mithal delivered a…
Supreme Court Directs Registry to Cease Referring to 'Trial Courts' as 'Lower Courts'
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has scheduled a hearing date of 6th August, 2024 for the Special Leave to Appeal (Crl.) No(s). 1936/2019. The matter arises from the final judgment and order dated 09-10-2018 in Criminal Appeal No. 2670/1982, passed by the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad.…
Supreme Court Upholds Rule Empowering CA Board to Refer Misconduct Matters to Disciplinary Committee
In a recent groundbreaking verdict, the Honorable Judges Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha and Aravind Kumar provided comprehensive insights into the disciplinary mechanism under the Chartered Accountants Act, 1949. The case, titled XYZ vs. Chartered Accountants of India, delved into the nuances of misconduct proceedings,…
Supreme Court Halts Attempted Murder Case Against Former AIADMK Leader Following Bar Refusal in Tamil Nadu
In a significant development at the Supreme Court of India, a Special Leave Petition (Criminal) Diary No. 3603/2024 was heard today before the bench comprising HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE SUDHANSHU DHULIA and HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE PRASANNA BHALACHANDRA VARALE. The petitioner in this case, identified as Spurgeon Samuel, filed…
Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, Mere Delay In Trial No Ground To Grant Bail When Grave Offences Are Involved : Supreme Court
New Delhi, February 07, 2024: The Supreme Court, in a significant ruling, denied bail to Gurwinder Singh, one of the accused in a terrorism funding case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The judgment, delivered by a bench comprising Justice M.M. Sundresh and Justice Aravind Kumar, sheds light on…
