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Repeated Orders to Transfer Income Tax Case Quashed; Revenue's Approach Termed 'Rigid' and 'Adamant': Rajasthan High Court
The Rajasthan High Court at Jodhpur, in the case of Murliwala Agrotech Pvt. Ltd. versus the Union of India & Ors., has once again set aside a transfer order issued under Section 127, Income Tax Act, 1961, citing repeated violations of principles of natural justice. The petitioner, Murliwala Agrotech Pvt. Ltd.,…
'Senior Citizen Accused of Raping Minor Girl Denied Bail; Court Terms Exploitation of Poverty as Ruthless': Karnataka High Court
The Karnataka High Court recently dismissed the bail plea of a 68-year-old man, Channappar @ Rajaiah, who, along with four other accused, has been charged under multiple sections of the Indian Penal Code, Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention…
Litigants Slammed for “Forum Shopping”, ₹1 Lakh Cost Imposed and Issue Referred to Chief Justice: Rajasthan High Court
The Rajasthan High Court, through a strong and detailed order by Justice Sameer Jain, condemned the repeated practice of forum shopping by litigants. In a batch of petitions, the Court imposed a cost of ₹1 lakh on each petitioner for misusing territorial jurisdiction by filing matters at the Jodhpur Principal Seat…
Discharge Denied to Man Accused of Aiding Cops in Extortion Attempt After Account Freeze: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court, in a recent order passed by Justice R.T. Vachchani, has refused to discharge a man named Deep Rajendrakumar Shah, who was booked for his alleged involvement in a criminal conspiracy relating to extortion and misuse of bank account details. The accused had approached the High Court challenging…
Denial of Medical Insurance Claim Amounts to Violation of Right to Life Under Article 21: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court, in a landmark ruling, held that arbitrary rejection of a valid medical insurance claim amounts to a violation of the fundamental right to life as guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The judgment was delivered by Justice P.M. Manoj in a writ petition filed by Dr. A M…
Mere Celebration of Bail on Social Media Not Ground for Cancellation Without Threat to Complainant: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court, in a recent judgment, clarified an important principle of criminal law concerning cancellation of bail. The Court held that mere celebration of bail on social media, in the absence of any direct threat to the complainant, cannot be a ground for cancellation of bail. The judgment was passed in the…
Order Rejecting Specific Performance Suit Upheld, Plaintiff Found Not 'Ready & Willing' to Perform His Part: Madhya Pradesh High Court
The Madhya Pradesh High Court recently upheld the order of the District Court, Gwalior, which had dismissed a civil suit filed by Manoj Kumar Ahuja seeking specific performance of a property sale agreement. The dismissal was based on the plaintiff’s failure to prove his readiness and willingness to perform his part of…
Succession Battle: Wife Claims Estate Despite Divorce Allegations Under Hindu Succession Act
The case revolves around the estate of the late Siddharth Surana, who passed away on 22nd April 2021. Siddharth Surana left behind his wife Madhu Surana, minor son Garvit Surana, and mother Manju Surana. The deceased had no Will, and the succession of his estate was to be governed under the Hindu Succession Act 1956…
Maggi's Trademark Infringement Suit Closed After Utensils Manufacturer Agrees to Stop Using 'Maggisun': Delhi High Court
A trademark infringement suit was filed in 2018 before the Delhi High Court by SOCIETE DES PRODUITS NESTLE S.A, the parent company of Nestlé, a global food and beverage company that owns the famous MAGGI brand. The suit was filed against M/S Shree Shankeshwar Utensils & Appliances Private Limited, a company that was…
Father Cannot Seek Refund of Excess Maintenance Paid to Children After They Attain Majority: Himachal Pradesh High Court
The Himachal Pradesh High Court recently delivered an important judgment regarding the refund of maintenance payments made to children after they attain the age of majority. The Court, in its ruling, held that a father cannot claim a refund of maintenance paid to his children once they reach adulthood, even if it was…
