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Expanding Legal Horizons: Fundamental Rights Extended Beyond the State to Non-State Actors
In a groundbreaking judgment, the Supreme Court, headed by Justice B.V. Nagarathna, has delved into the intricacies of the State's duty under Article 21 and the concept of Constitutional Tort. The judgment, titled "Swaraj Abhiyan vs. Union of India," provides significant insights into the responsibilities of the State…
East Punjab Urban Rent Restriction Act, 2023: Landlord Wins Ejectment Battle Against Tenan
In a recent ruling under the East Punjab Urban Rent Restriction Act, the High Court of Punjab and Haryana has upheld the eviction order against Balkar Singh, the tenant, in a case filed by Sucha Singh, the landlord. The case, titled Balkar Singh vs. Sucha Singh, revolved around the eviction of the tenant from a shop…
Medical Negligence Case under Article 21 :Gauhati High Court Orders State Aid for Girl Affected by Rare Vaccine Complication
Landmark Judgment: High Court Grants Compensation in Medical Negligence Case under Article 21 In a groundbreaking verdict, the Guwahati High Court has delivered a significant judgment under Article 21 of the Constitution regarding medical negligence. The case, titled "John Doe vs. State of Assam," revolves around an…
Bombay HC Quashes Proclamation Order Against Police Naik Accused Of Raping Lady Police Naik, Says At Least 30 Days Notice Needed For Court Appearance
In a recent development, the Bombay High Court, under the Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction, heard Criminal Application No. 1647 of 2023 filed by Deepak Sitaram Modhe challenging the proclamation order issued against him. The order, dated 29th November 2023, was passed by the J.M.F.C., Court No.7, Pune, under Section 82…
Legal Turning Point: West Bengal Commission Barred from Ruling on Medical Negligence Cases, High Court Asserts
In a significant legal development, the Calcutta High Court has taken a crucial stance on a case involving medical negligence under the National Medical Commission Act, 2019. The court, comprising judges Arijit Banerjee and Apurba Sinha Ray, has set aside the order passed by the West Bengal Clinical Establishment…
Arbitration Award Set Aside: High Court Decision Under Section 34 of Arbitration and Conciliation Act
In a recent development, the Delhi High Court, under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, set aside an arbitral award dated 17.03.2023 in the matter of NEC Corporation India Private Limited vs. M/S PLUS91 SECURITY SOLUTIONS. The judgment was reserved on 10.08.2023 and pronounced on 18.12.2023.…
Legal Insight: High Court Decree Affirms Married Army Officer's Accommodation Entitlement, Dismisses Spousal Claim to Retain Allotted Premise"
In a recent judgment by the Hon’ble Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Hon’ble Shri Justice Anil Kumar Jukanti, an appeal under the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1971 sheds light on the eviction order issued against Mrs. [Appellant]—the wife of a serving army officer. Background: The case…
Madras High Court Issues Directive to Police: Avoid Closing FIRs Prematurely, Emphasizes Timely Filing of Final Reports in Criminal Cases
Motor Accident Claims Tribunal Dismisses Appeal in C.M.A.No.1960 of 2017: A Detailed Overview In a recent judgment delivered on 15.12.2023, the Madras High Court's division bench comprising THE HONOURABLE MR. JUSTICE R.SUBRAMANIAN and THE HONOURABLE MR. JUSTICE N.SENTHILKUMAR addressed a Civil Miscellaneous Appeal…
2019 Rape & Murder Of Vet In Hyderabad | High Court Allows Police Who Allegedly Staged Encounter Of Accused To Be Impleaded As Intervenors In Trial Fa
Supreme Court Issues Landmark Ruling on FIR Registration and Magistrate's Powers In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court, in a recent order dated December 27, 2023, has clarified key aspects related to the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) and the powers of magistrates in criminal…
Judicial Officer's Dismissal Upheld: Gujarat HC Rules on Unauthorized Leave Amid Allegations of 'Rot' in Judicial System
Comments on Administrative Conduct and Unauthorized Absence under Scrutiny --- Introduction: In a significant legal development, the Gujarat High Court, in its judgment dated 18/12/2023, has upheld the dismissal of Judicial Magistrate Nileshbhai Khusalbhai Chauhan. The case, registered as R/Special Civil Application…
