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Bilkis Bano Gang Rape Case: Gujarat High Court Granted 5-Day Leave on Grounds of Father-in-Law's Demise
In a recent development, the High Court of Gujarat at Ahmedabad, under the jurisdiction of Honorable Justice M. R. Mengdey, has issued an order in R/Special Criminal Application (Parole Leave) No. 1540 of 2024. The order, dated 05/02/2024, revolves around a plea filed by Pradipbhai Ramanlal Modiya, represented by…
Court Directs Provision of Hybrid Hearing Facilities in District Courts: Delhi High Court
In a significant development, the Delhi High Court has issued a directive for the provision of hybrid hearing facilities in the district courts of Delhi. The order was passed in W.P.(C) 2018/2021, wherein Anil Kumar Hajelay & Ors. were the petitioners, and the Hon'ble High Court of Delhi was the respondent. Key…
Court Upholds Income Tax Addition On Failure To Prove Genuineness Of Creditors Who Gave Cash Loan: Jharkhand High Court
In a recent development, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) at Ranchi has upheld the additions made by the Assessing Officer in Tax Appeal No. 01 of 2020 and Tax Appeal No. 02 of 2020. The appeals were filed by Rajmeet Singh and Harmeet Singh, respectively, against the common order of the ITAT. Background of the…
Court Grants Bail to Relative in Vandiperiyar Rape-Murder Case, Linked to Acquitted Accused's Counter Case: kerala High Court
In a recent development, the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam granted bail to Mr. Babu@Palraj, aged 49, who was the sole accused in Crime No.17/2024 of Vandiperiyar Police Station, Idukki. The case involved serious charges under Sections 307, 324, and 294 (b) of the Indian Penal Code. Case Summary: On 6th February…
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…
Live-in couple seeks protection from threats: Punjab and Haryana High Court issues directions
In a recent development, the Punjab & Haryana High Court addressed the plea of Geeta and another, a live-in couple, seeking protection from alleged threats to their life and liberty. The court's decision, rendered on 6th February 2024, highlights crucial aspects of the case under Criminal Writ Petition No. 977 of 2024…
Court slams lawyer for justifying wearing jeans in court; says he may ask for torn jeans, pajamas next: Gauhati High Court
In a recent development, the Gauhati High Court, presided over by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Kalyan Rai Surana, has dismissed an interlocutory application filed by Advocate Bijon Kumar Mahajan. The application sought the alteration or modification of a previous order dated 27.01.2023, passed by the Court in A.B. No.…
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…
Rapido Faces Criticism from Delhi High Court for Failing to Ensure Disability-Friendly Services Despite Multiple App Updates
In a recent development, the Delhi High Court, in the case of Amar Jain and Anr. vs. Roppen Transportation Services Pvt Ltd (Rapido) and Ors., has issued an order dated February 2, 2024, addressing the concerns raised by the petitioners regarding accessibility barriers faced by visually impaired users while using the…
