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Income Tax Act Challenged: Reopening Notice U/s 148 Quashed if Beyond Limitation Period U/s 149
In a significant legal development, the Jharkhand High Court, consisting of Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rongon Mukhopadhyay and Hon’ble Mr. Justice Deepak Roshan, ruled in favor of M/s. Sevensea Vincom Private Limited, through its Director, Mr. Rupak Pasari, in a writ petition challenging actions under the Income Tax Act,…
Rape Survivor alleges Sexual Abuse by Judge, probe ordered
In a disturbing incident, a rape survivor in Tripura has come forward with allegations of sexual abuse against a first-class judicial magistrate. The survivor claims that the incident occurred on February 16 inside the magistrate's chamber when she went to record her statement in connection with the rape. The…
Court Raises Concerns Over Legal Knowledge Among New Staff in Stamp Reporter Section: Allahabad High Court
In a recent development at the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, a second appeal with Neutral Citation No. 2024:AHC:17358 has been dismissed by Hon'ble Justice J.J. Munir. The case revolves around the surprising and shocking circumstances of the appellant, Tufel Ahmad, challenging an order dated 01.11.2023,…
Murder of five: Tripura High Court Commutes Death Sentence to Life Without Remission for Perpetrator of Five Murders
In a landmark decision, the High Court of Tripura has modified the death sentence of a convict, turning it into life imprisonment. The judgment, which involves a meticulous examination of the case, sheds light on the complexities of criminal jurisprudence and the need for judicious sentencing. Case Background: The…
Bombay High Court Raises Concerns Over Inadequate Police Escort for Prisoners' Medical Visits, Urges Immediate State Action to Alleviate Prisoners' Challenges
In a recent development in the business world, the High Court of Delhi has issued an order (Arbitration Petition No. 342/2023) appointing an Arbitral Tribunal to resolve the ongoing disputes between Vedanta Limited and Shreeji Shipping. The case was heard by the Hon'ble Mr. Justice Jasmeet Singh. Background of the…
Supreme Court Stresses Caution in Granting Bail: NDPS Act's Warning on Massive Narcotics Seizures
Narcotics Case: Anticipatory Bail Quashed by Supreme Court NDPS Act - A Blow to Accused as Supreme Court Sets Aside Anticipatory Bail In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has quashed the anticipatory bail granted to B. Ramu, the respondent-accused, in connection with a case registered under the…
Firing at Advocate: Wife, her brothers, among 5 booked
In a shocking turn of events, lawyer Sukhmeet Singh Bhatia was targeted in a brazen attack by car-borne assailants in Phase 1 of Urban Estate, Dugri. A day after the incident, the police have taken a significant step in the investigation by booking his wife, Gagandeep Kaur, along with his two brothers-in-law, Mandeep…
Supreme Court Introduces New Procedure for Adjournment Requests
In a recent circular dated 14th February 2024, the Supreme Court of India has outlined a new procedure and modalities regarding the circulation of letters for adjournment of cases. The circular, signed by Registrar (Judl. Administration) Puneet Sehgal and Registrar (Judl. Listing) Pavanesh D., aims to streamline the…
Supreme Court : Accused Surrendering Without Summons Cannot Be Taken Into Custody
In a recent development in the Supreme Court of India's Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction, Criminal Appeal No. of 2024 has been allowed, granting bail to Souvik Bhattacharya, the appellant, in a case arising out of SLP(Criminal) No.14476 of 2023. The appeal was filed against the rejection of bail by the Special (CBI)…
Bihar Federation of Women Lawyers Proposes Groundbreaking Initiative for Specialized Legal Representation in Crimes Against Women and Children
In a bid to address the alarming number of pending cases involving crimes against women, the Bihar Federation of Women Lawyers (BFWL) has submitted a proposal to the Bar Council of India, urging for specialized legal representation in such cases. The proposal highlights the need for immediate attention and…
