Showing 10501 articles
Reporter TV Editors Granted Anticipatory Bail In POCSO Case, Kerala High Court Says 'Inappropriate Questions' To Child Should Have Been Avoided: Kerala High Court
The High Court of Kerala has granted bail to two journalists involved in a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Act, 2023. The case stems from a television segment aired during the Kerala State School Youth Festival. The accused, Arun Kumar K, 46…
Denied Effective Defence, Legal Assistance During Trial: Conviction For Dowry Demand & Murder Set Aside, De-Novo Trial Ordered: Telangana High Court
In a landmark decision, the Court has set aside the conviction of an accused in a criminal case, emphasizing the importance of proper legal representation during trial proceedings. The case revolves around the failure to provide adequate legal aid to the appellant, which the Court found to have violated the…
![[PMLA] 'No Possibility Of Trial Being Concluded In Reasonable Time': Builder Accused Of Cheating Home Buyers Granted Bail: Punjab & Haryana High Court](https://law4u.in/newsImage-location/newsImage4008.webp)
[PMLA] 'No Possibility Of Trial Being Concluded In Reasonable Time': Builder Accused Of Cheating Home Buyers Granted Bail: Punjab & Haryana High Court
Sikandar Singh, a prominent figure involved in a money laundering case, filed a bail application in the Special Court after spending over nine months in custody. The allegations against him include fraudulently obtaining funds amounting to approximately Rs. 363 Crore by providing false bank guarantees and deceiving…
![[Cheques dishonor] Chief Judicial Magistrate Has Jurisdiction Over Entire District, Can Take Cognizance Under NI Act: Jammu and Kashmir High Court](https://law4u.in/newsImage-location/newsImage4006.webp)
[Cheques dishonor] Chief Judicial Magistrate Has Jurisdiction Over Entire District, Can Take Cognizance Under NI Act: Jammu and Kashmir High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Srinagar dismissed a petition challenging the jurisdiction of a trial court in a cheque dishonour case. The case, CRM(M) No. 82/2023, was filed by Aijaz Hussain Rather against Jeelani Ahmad Dar, contesting the validity of proceedings under…
Reconstitution Of Committee In The Middle Of Interview Arbitrary: Appointment Of Assistant Professors In Kannur University Canceled, Kerala High Court
In a recent judgment by the Kerala High Court, a legal dispute over the selection process for the post of Assistant Professor (Geography) at Kannur University has been highlighted. The petitioners, Dr. K.B Bindu and Dr. Jincy P.P., challenged the constitution and actions of the Selection Committee, seeking a…
State Bar Council Resolution Extending Tenure Of Bar Association Members Stayed, Interim Administrative Committee Appointed: Rajasthan High Court
The High Court of Rajasthan, in its recent judgment, dealt with a civil writ petition filed by Sunil Vyas, a resident of Jodhpur. The petition challenged an amendment passed by the Bar Association of Rajasthan on 16th April 2024, which extended the tenure of elected office bearers from one year to two years. Sunil…
IO's Presence Not Required At Framing Of Charge Stage; Adverse Remarks Against Judicial Officer Expunged: Allahabad High Court
In a recent judgment, the Allahabad High Court dismissed the appeal of Shashi Kant Bajpai, who had challenged a trial court's order rejecting his plea to summon the Investigating Officer (IO) during the framing of charges. The accused was facing charges under Sections 498-A, 304-B, 328, 504, and 506 of the Indian…
Superannuation Fund | Deduction Limit On Employer's Contribution Applies To Initial/Annual Contributions, Not Additional Payments: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court recently delivered a significant judgment regarding deductions under the Income Tax Act, 1961, particularly Section 36(1)(iv), in relation to employer contributions to superannuation funds. The Court ruled that the limits prescribed for such deductions apply only at the stage of setting up the…
Interim Protection Granted To Former MLA PC George In 'Hate Speech' Case Against Muslim Community: Kerala High Court
In a significant legal development, former Kerala MLA PC George has approached the Kerala High Court seeking anticipatory bail in connection with a First Information Report (FIR) lodged against him for allegedly making hate speech against the Muslim community during a television debate. The FIR accuses him of making…
Seeking And Receiving Court-Granted Maintenance Not Extortion, Wife Cannot Be Charged: Karnataka High Court
Case Details: In a significant judgment regarding matrimonial disputes, the High Court of India has quashed an FIR filed under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code and Sections 3 and 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act. The case revolved around a complaint lodged by a wife alleging cruelty and dowry harassment by her…
