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Section 357A of Cr.P.C. Provides Compensation to Rape Victims Even Before 2009. Rajasthan High Court
In a groundbreaking decision, the Rajasthan High Court, in the case of Anoop Kumar Dhand vs. State of Rajasthan, has shed light on the applicability of Section 357A of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.) and the Rajasthan Victim Compensation Scheme, 2011. The judgment addresses the critical issue of compensating…
Supreme Court sets guidelines on how government officials should appear in court
1. Supreme Court's New Guideline: - The Supreme Court issued a new guideline regarding the appearance of government officers in court. - The Court stated that the power of criminal contempt cannot be applied against officers of the state of Uttar Pradesh. - The Court deemed the process of issuing orders by High Courts…
Civil Procedure Code Allows Rejection of Appeal for Non-payment of Court Fee: Kerala High Court
Civil Procedure Code Allows Rejection of Appeal for Non-payment of Court Fee: Kerala High Court In a recent judgment delivered on December 8, 2023, the Kerala High Court, presided over by Justice A. Badharudeen, addressed a crucial issue pertaining to the rejection of appeals due to non-payment of court fees. The…
Delhi High Court Rules on EWS Certificate for Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission, Emphasizing State of Verification Over School Location
In a recent judgment, the Delhi High Court addressed the rejection of a student's admission application in Kendriya Vidyalaya, Narela, emphasizing the applicability of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act. The court, presided over by Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani, delivered a detailed order…
Lawyer, speak slowly, otherwise I will throw you out. CJI said, no one has talked like this in 23 years
New Delhi: A heated argument broke out between Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud and a lawyer on Wednesday, with Chandrachud reprimanding the lawyer and exchanging glances at him. During the debate, Chandrachud told the lawyer, "You talk in a low voice, otherwise I will get you thrown out of the court. In my 23…
Candidacy cannot be canceled for minor errors": Supreme Court gives relief to police candidate under Article 142
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India, in a judgment dated January 02, 2024, has granted relief to Vashist Narayan Kumar in Civil Appeal No. 1 of 2024 arising out of SLP (C) No. 12230 of 2023. The case pertains to a dispute between Vashist Narayan Kumar (the appellant) and The State of Bihar &…
Income Tax Act | Section 119(2)(B) Application Cannot Be Rejected on Vague Grounds: Gujarat HC Grants Amit Hospital Relief
In a significant ruling, the Gujarat High Court, in a case under Section 119(2)(b) of the Income Tax Act, 1961 (hereinafter referred to as "the Act"), provided relief to M/S Amit Hospital Pvt. Ltd. in Special Civil Application No. 20543 of 2023. The case revolved around the rejection of the hospital's application…
For the first time, 225 judicial officers were appointed by computer in the court, know how they got the posting.
Allahabad High Court has taken a new initiative to automate the district allocation process of its newly appointed judicial officers. On Tuesday, the High Court has released the district allotment list for 225 newly appointed officers, in which it has been done keeping in mind the technological advancement using…
A Triumph for Justice - Supreme Court's Landmark Decision in Vashist Narayan Kumar Case
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has delivered a judgment that could have far-reaching implications for candidates facing discrepancies in their application forms for government exams. The case, officially known as Civil Appeal No. 1 of 2024 - Vashist Narayan Kumar vs. The State of Bihar & Ors.,…
Under section 47 of the registration act, Supreme Court Clarifies Operation of Sale Deed in Land Ownership Dispute
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court, under the jurisdiction of the Civil Appellate Jurisdiction, delivered a judgment on January 2, 2024, in Civil Appeal No. 9098 of 2013. The case involved a dispute over a sale deed, bringing attention to the interpretation of Section 47 of The Registration Act, 1908. Factual…
