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IBC ‘Clean Slate’ Not Absolute, Set-Off Defence Allowed in Arbitration but Counterclaim Relief Barred: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court delivered an important judgment explaining the scope of the clean slate principle under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code Section 31. The Court held that once a resolution plan is approved, all claims not included in it are extinguished, but a limited right of set-off can still be used as a defence…
Can You Undo What Your Lawyer Said in Court?, Court Delivers Strong Verdict in Haryana Murder Case: Punjab and Haryana High
The Punjab and Haryana High Court passed a strict order refusing to recall a previous bail order in a murder case. The Court clearly held that statements made by a lawyer in court are binding on the client. The case titled Ankit Rawal versus State of Haryana also resulted in imposition of ₹20,000 cost on the…
Notice Issued on Plea Alleging Flaws in Driving Licence Issuance Process and Road Safety Failures: Madhya Pradesh High Court
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has taken serious note of issues related to road safety and irregularities in the issuance of driving licenses under the Motor Vehicles Act 1988. The Court issued notice on a petition raising concerns about systemic failures in ensuring proper driving standards and accountability in road…
Suit Restored in Husband-Wife Property Dispute, Case Sent to Family Court: Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court delivered an important judgment clarifying that disputes related to property between husband and wife must be decided under the Family Courts Act 1984. The Court emphasized that such matters cannot be adjudicated by a regular civil court if they arise out of a marital relationship. Background…
Calls for Streamlining of Bail Prosecution, Says Higher Police Authorities Unaware of Ground-Level Work: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court refused to grant anticipatory bail in a serious criminal case involving allegations of sexual assault, cruelty and domestic violence. The order was passed by Justice Girish Kathpalia while dealing with an application filed under Section 438 CrPC for anticipatory bail. The Court also expressed…
Friendly Interaction on Valentine’s Day Not a License for Forced Sex Under POCSO Act: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court delivered a significant order in a bail application under Section 4 POCSO Act, Section 64(1) BNS, and Section 137(2) BNS. The Court clearly ruled that friendship or meeting on Valentine’s Day does not amount to consent for sexual relations. The decision was given by Justice Girish Kathpalia while…
Seeks Explanation from Deepika Newspaper for Misleading Report on Court Order: Kerala High Court
The case titled Shaji J Kodankandath versus State of Kerala and others came before the Kerala High Court where the Court took serious note of a misleading newspaper report. The Bench clearly stated that no order had been passed directing any probe, contrary to what was published in the media. Bench details and strict…
Earning Wife Still Entitled to Maintenance, ₹15,000 Support Upheld: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court delivered an important judgment in Lalitkumar Jivrajbhai Vaghela versus State of Gujarat & Another, reinforcing the legal principle that a wife’s earning capacity alone cannot deprive her of maintenance. The Court upheld the Family Court’s order granting ₹15,000 monthly maintenance to the wife…
Bail Granted to Two Men Booked for ISIS Propaganda Under UAPA After Four Years in Jail: Delhi High Court
The case was decided by the Delhi High Court on 20 March 2026, where a Bench comprising Justice Navin Chawla and Justice Ravinder Dudeja granted bail to two accused persons in a UAPA case. The Court emphasized that long incarceration without trial cannot be justified merely on the basis of digital material. Details of…
Court Allows Additional Documents in Cheque Bounce Prosecution, Explains Principles Under Section 138 NI Act and Section 311 CrPC: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court in Deepak Talwar versus Income Tax Office delivered a significant ruling on 13 March 2026, explaining important legal principles that are also widely applied in Section 138 Negotiable Instruments Act cheque bounce cases. The judgment by Justice Neena Bansal Krishna clarified how courts can allow…
