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Supreme Court Upholds Right to Summon Unexamined Prosecution Witness for the Defense
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India, in Criminal Appeal No. of 2024, has granted leave to Sunder Lal, the appellant, to examine a witness listed by the prosecution but not presented during the trial. The case, arising from the State of Uttar Pradesh, revolves around the crucial question of whether a…
Defends Academic Standards: Declines Student's Plea Seeking 5-Working Days A Week, Weekends Off: Kerala High Court
In a recent judgment by the Honorable Mr. Justice Devan Ramachandran in the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam, a writ petition (WP(C) No. 3767 of 2024) was heard, challenging the government's decision regarding the schedule of a Government ITI course. The petitioner, Arun Joseph, sought a re-design of the curriculum…
Court Grants Compounding in Ragging Case, Mandates 7 Days' Community Service for Offender in University Library: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a recent order by Hon'ble Justice Anand Pathak at the High Court of Madhya Pradesh in Misc. Criminal Case No. 48759 of 2023, a significant development unfolded concerning the quashment of an FIR under Section 482 of the Cr.P.C. The case sheds light on the prevalent issue of ragging at Jiwaji University, Gwalior. 1.…
Wife's Right to Interim Maintenance: If Husband Fails To Adhere To Decree For Restitution Of Conjugal Rights: Karnataka High Court
In a significant development, the Family Court has issued an order granting interim maintenance under Section 24 and 26 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. The case involves a marital dispute between Mr. Arjun B.C. (hereafter referred to as the petitioner) and Mrs. Aisha Arjun (referred to as the respondent). Case…
Court Rejects Pre-trial Notice Mandate, Cites Risk of 'Treatment Worse Than Disease': Delhi High Court
New Delhi, February 8, 2024: In a recent order, the Delhi High Court, in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL), has addressed the issue of supplying chargesheets, police reports, and final reports to complainants or victims at no cost. The court made significant observations on the existing legal provisions…
Dark Face Of Society, Court Shines Light on Parents Filing FIRs Against Love Marriages: Allahabad High Court
In a landmark judgment, the Allahabad High Court, presided over by Hon'ble Justice Prashant Kumar, has quashed the proceedings of Criminal Case No. 2700131 of 2022 (State of U.P. Vs. Sagar Savita). The case, arising out of case crime no.0041 of 2022, involved charges under Sections 363, 366 I.P.C., and 7/8 of POCSO…
Punjab Pre-Emption Act Clarification: Supreme Court Deciphers Distinction Between 'Land' and 'Immovable Property
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India, presided over by Justice Rajesh Bindal, rendered its decision in Civil Appeal No. of 2024 arising from SLP(C) No.18612 of 2015. The case involves a dispute between Jagmohan and Another (Appellants) and Badri Nath and Others (Respondents). Case Background: The…
Supreme Court Warns Against Misuse of Criminal Justice System for Personal Interests; Emphasizes Need for Judicial Vigilance
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court, presided over by Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Justice Augustine George Masih, has delivered a groundbreaking judgment quashing an FIR in Criminal Appeal No. /2024 arising out of SLP (Crl.) No.2389/2023. The case pertained to allegations under various sections of the Indian…
Court Affirms Income Tax Deduction on Excise Duty Claim, Rejects Double Deduction Claim: Bombay High Court
Mumbai, February 2, 2024: In a significant verdict, the Bombay High Court, presided over by Justice K. R. Shriram and Dr. Neela Gokhale, resolved Income Tax Appeal (IT) No. 148 of 2003 and Income Tax Appeal (IT) No. 103 of 2003 in favor of M/s. Johnson and Johnson Ltd. against the Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax,…
Daughters are imprisoned in Nityananda's ashram, father files petition in Gujarat High Court; rejected for this reason
In a recent ruling, the Gujarat High Court dismissed Janardan Sharma's habeas corpus petition seeking the release of his two daughters from the alleged illegal captivity of self-styled godman Swami Nityananda. The court, in its order issued on Friday, stated that after a video link appearance by the daughters, aged 21…
