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First generation lawyers, non-NLU grads struggle to get accepted into chambers, law firms: Supreme Court
New Delhi – In a landmark ruling on Monday, the Supreme Court of India addressed the barriers faced by marginalized communities, first-generation lawyers, and law graduates from non-NLU backgrounds in gaining acceptance within senior legal chambers and law firms. The Court's bench, comprising Chief Justice of India…
Bar Councils Can't Collect More Than Amount Specified Under S.24 Of Advocates Act As Enrollment Fee : Supreme Court
New Delhi: In a significant decision impacting legal professionals across India, the Supreme Court has ruled that State Bar Councils (SBCs) and the Bar Council of India (BCI) cannot charge enrolment fees beyond the amount specified in Section 24(1)(f) of the Advocates Act, 1961. This landmark judgment, delivered by…
Supreme Court grants bail to accused in ₹1,032 crore tax fraud case
New Delhi, July 26, 2024 – In a notable decision today, the Supreme Court of India granted bail to Ashutosh Garg, who was previously denied bail in connection with a serious fraud case under the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. The case revolves around allegations of significant financial misconduct involving…
Section 143A NI Act, Company's Authorized Signatory Not 'Drawer' Of Cheque, Can't Be Directed To Pay Interim Compensation: Supreme Court
In a landmark judgment dated July 24, 2024, the Supreme Court of India upheld the strict interpretation of the term "drawer" under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (NI Act), specifically concerning the liability for interim compensation in cheque dishonour cases. The case, SLP(Crl.) Nos. 8849-8850 of 2023,…
Companies Act 2013, Supreme Court to Revisit High Court's Decision on Complex Legal Matters Involving Multiple Petitions
New Delhi, July 19, 2024 — The Supreme Court of India has scheduled a re-hearing for a significant batch of petitions challenging a comprehensive judgment delivered by the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad. The case in question involves a multitude of petitions related to various legal issues, with the Supreme…
Is Charge Sheet Incomplete In NDPS Cases Without Forensic Report?Do States Have Adequate Forensic Labs? Supreme Court To Examine
In a significant development at the Supreme Court of India, the Court is examining crucial questions surrounding the fairness and efficacy of trials under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The Court's latest order focuses on the issue of whether a chargesheet lacking the Forensic Science…
Large Number Of Cheque Bounce Cases Serious Concern, Courts Must Encourage Compounding If Parties Are Willing: Supreme Court
New Delhi, July 11, 2024: In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has set aside the conviction of the appellants in the case concerning Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, following a settlement agreement between the parties. The case, Criminal Appeal No. 2948 of 2024, arose from a complaint…
Drugs (Price Control) Order, Supreme Court Upholds Rs 4.6 Crore Recovery Against Sun Pharma For Overpricing Medicine
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India has addressed the issue of pharmaceutical pricing and regulatory compliance under the Drugs (Price Control) Order, 1995 (DPCO). The case in question, Civil Appeal No. 7209 of 2019, involved M/s. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. as the appellant and the Union of…
Different Posts Coincidentally Having Same Pay Scale Does Not Create Indefeasible Right To Pay Parity: Supreme Court
In a significant ruling under Article 142 of the Constitution, the Supreme Court of India has addressed the long-standing pay scale discrepancies affecting officials in the State Education Department. This landmark judgment, dated 15th July 2024, was delivered by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Surya Kant and Hon'ble Mr. Justice…
Revenue Record Entries Won't Confer Title; Rights Under Deed Won't Be Lost Merely Because Revenue Records Aren't Changed : Supreme Court
In a significant legal ruling, the Supreme Court of India has upheld the decision of the First Appellate Court, dismissing a suit filed by Mr. Ramesh Kumar, claiming ownership of land on which a Veterinary Hospital stands. The case, under Article 65 of the Limitation Act, pertained to the possession and ownership…
