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Supreme Court Grants Bail to School Principals and Managing Committee Members in Jabalpur - Allegations of Fee Hikes and ISBN Irregularities
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has granted bail to several school principals and officers of the Schools' Managing Committee, including a Bishop, from Jabalpur. These individuals were previously arrested for allegedly increasing fees and selling textbooks with altered International Standard…
Supreme Court Clarifies When to Apply Doctrine of Prospective Overruling
In a pivotal decision, the Supreme Court of India has addressed the complexities surrounding taxation and royalty through its judgment in the case of Mineral Area Development Authority v. M/S Steel Authority Of India & Ors (CA No. 4056/1999). The Court’s ruling provides clarity on the application of doctrine of…
POCSO Offences Aren’t Romantic: Supreme Court Rejects Decriminalization of Teen Consensual Sex
New Delhi, August 20, 2024 – The Supreme Court of India recently ruled in a case involving grave violations under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, where the State of West Bengal failed to uphold its duties in rehabilitating a minor victim of sexual assault. The case revolves around a young…
RG Kar Rape and Murder: Supreme Court sets up National Task Force for measures to protect safety, dignity of doctors
In a landmark judgment delivered on August 20, 2024, the Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice Dr. Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud, along with Justice J B Pardiwala and Justice Manoj Misra, issued a comprehensive directive to enhance the security and safety measures in hospitals and medical institutions across the…
Supreme Court slaps ₹10k costs on PIL petitioner challenging Section 149 BNS, provisions of Constitution
Context: In a recent order, the Supreme Court of India dismissed a writ petition filed by Dr. S. N. Kundra. The petition sought to challenge various constitutional provisions and sections of the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) under Article 32 of the Constitution of India. Order Summary: 1. Hearing and Petition: - The…
'Delay Due To Confusion Created By High Court Registry' : Supreme Court Affirms Permission Given To File Written Statement After 17 Years
In a significant ruling on July 30, 2024, the Supreme Court of India dismissed an appeal filed by PIC Departmentals Pvt. Ltd. in a case of trademark infringement under the Trademark Act. The bench, comprising Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah, heard arguments from both…
Supreme Court Holds Hospital Liable For Handing Over Dead Body To Wrong Family, Allows Rs 25 Lakh Compensation
In a significant judgment concerning compensation for medical negligence, the Supreme Court of India addressed the issue of a hospital's responsibility for mishandling deceased bodies. The case involved M/S Ernakulam Medical Centre & Anr. (Appellants) and Dr. P.R. Jayasree & Anr. (Respondents). Case Background: -…
Foreign Judgment Violative Of Indian Law Not Binding On Indian Courts : Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has dismissed a Special Leave Petition filed by Rohan Rajesh Kothari seeking temporary custody of his two daughters, currently residing with their mother in India. The case, which involved a Habeas Corpus plea, has brought to the forefront critical aspects of child…
Section. 138 NI Act, Once Execution Of Cheque Is Admitted, Dispute Regarding Interest Rate Of Loan No Defence: Supreme Court
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India addressed the case of Sri Sujies Benefit Funds Limited (Appellant) versus M. Jaganathuan (Respondent) concerning the dishonor of a cheque under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (N.I. Act). The appeal was directed against the High Court of Judicature at Madras'…
Railway Accident, Claimants Entitled To Benefit Of Higher Compensation Prescribed After Date Of Incident: Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has awarded compensation to Doli Rani Saha for the tragic death of her brother, Swapan Kumar Saha, who suffered a fatal accident while traveling on a train. The case revolved around the interpretation of provisions under the Railways Act, 1989 and the…
