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'Bail Is The Rule, Jail Is The Exception' Even In Special Statutes Like UAPA : Supreme Court
New Delhi, August 13th, 2024 — In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has granted bail to Mr. Ravi Kumar, who was accused under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967. The case primarily revolves around allegations of Mr. Kumar's involvement with the Popular Front of India (PFI), an…
States Can Recover Past Tax Dues On Mineral Rights, But Not For Period Before April 1, 2005 : Supreme Court
New Delhi, August 14, 2024 — The Supreme Court of India has delivered a landmark judgment in the case involving the Mineral Area Development Authority (MADA) and M/S Steel Authority of India & Ors. This judgment is crucial in clarifying the application of tax laws related to mineral rights and how such laws should be…
Section. 193 IPC, When Can Perjury Proceedings Be Initiated Against A Litigant? Supreme Court Explains
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Uttarakhand has quashed the initiation of criminal proceedings against an appellant accused of committing perjury under Section 193 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The case centered around allegations that the appellant made false statements in a judicial affidavit during an…
Specific Performance Suit's Limitation Period Runs From Date For Performance & Not From Expiry Of Agreement's Validity : Supreme Court
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has clarified the applicability of the Limitation Act, 1963 in cases concerning the specific performance of contracts. The case at hand involved a dispute over the execution of a sale deed and the enforceability of a contract. Here's a detailed breakdown of the…
'Star-Studded Court' : CJI DY Chandrachud Welcomes Actor Aamir Khan To Attend Supreme Court Proceedings
In an unprecedented event, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan graced the Chief Justice of India's (CJI) courtroom during the afternoon session today. While it is common for judges and dignitaries from various countries to observe proceedings, this marks a rare occasion where a prominent figure from India's film industry…
Trial Courts & High Courts Try To Play Safe In Bail Matters, Have Forgotten 'Bail Is The Rule' : Supreme Court In Manish Sisodia's Case
In a landmark judgment delivered on August 9, 2024, the Supreme Court of India granted bail to Manish Sisodia, who had been detained in connection with high-profile cases involving the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). This decision reasserts the fundamental legal principle…
Mere Attempt To Overtake Vehicle On Road Doesn't Mean Rash & Negligent Driving : Supreme Court
In a significant ruling under the Motor Vehicles Act, the Supreme Court of India has revised a compensation award in a motor accident claim, correcting previous findings on negligence and enhancing the amount payable to the claimants. This judgment addresses critical issues related to contributory negligence and the…
Capacity To Give Loan Not Shown, Contradictions In Statements : Supreme Court Upholds Acquittal In Cheque Dishonour Case
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India examined the intricacies of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, particularly focusing on Section 138, Section 139, and Section 140. The judgment arose from a criminal appeal concerning the dishonor of a cheque, where the complexities of debt acknowledgment and…
Gujarat Courts' Practice Of Allowing Police To Seek Remand While Granting Anticipatory Bail Illegal : Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India addressed the misuse of anticipatory bail provisions and the role of restrictive conditions associated with anticipatory bail, particularly focusing on the State of Gujarat's practices. The judgment, delivered on August 7, 2024, sheds light on the need for careful…
Court Can't Declare Equivalence Of Qualification: Supreme Court Affirms View That B.Sc(Polymer Chemistry) Isn't Equal To B.Sc (Chemistry)
The Supreme Court of India recently delivered a significant judgment affirming the decisions of the Kerala Administrative Tribunal (KAT) and the High Court of Kerala regarding the eligibility criteria for the post of High School Assistant (Physical Science). The case, Civil Appeal No(s). 4468 of 2013, titled Shifana…
