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Supreme Court Explains Conditions To Invoke Section 53A Of The Transfer Of Property Act
In a significant ruling by the Supreme Court of India dated 20th December 2024, the Special Leave Petition (Civil) No.30804 of 2024 filed by Giriyappa and Another was dismissed. The petition arose from an order passed by the High Court of Karnataka on 23rd August 2024, which upheld the judgments and decrees of both…
Court Orders Immediate Repairs and Construction of Washrooms in District Courts, Emphasizes Uniform Hygiene Standards: Delhi High Court
In a recent judgment from the Delhi High Court, Smita Kumari Rajgarhia raised concerns regarding the unhygienic and unsafe conditions of the female washrooms in the Lawyers’ Chambers Block at Saket Court. The petition brings to light issues that directly affect the dignity, safety, and well-being of women who frequent…
Major Couple Allowed to Reside Together,Court Expresses Concern Over Live-In Relationships at a 'Tender Age': Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a recent judgment, the Madhya Pradesh High Court, in Writ Petition No. 41033 of 2024, heard a case regarding the protection of life and liberty of the petitioners, Anjali Kushwah and Others, who sought judicial intervention in their personal matter. The petition was filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of…
Supreme Court Clarifies Powers of Trial Court in Investigations under Criminal Procedure Code
The Supreme Court of India has recently delivered a significant judgment regarding the authority of Trial Courts in directing the continuation of investigations under Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.). The case arose from a dispute over a direction issued by the Metropolitan Magistrate of Cyberabad…
Surgeon Ordered to Pay ₹3.5 Lakh for Patient's Post-Cataract Surgery Infection Due to 'Blatant Medical Negligence': Supreme Court
In a recent decision, the Supreme Court of India ruled in favor of the appellant, Bherulal Bhimaji Oswal, who had suffered the tragic loss of vision following a cataract surgery. The Court upheld the judgment of the State Consumer Commission and awarded a compensation of Rs. 3.5 lakh to the appellant’s legal heirs,…
Unveiling the Secrets: RTI Request Challenges SBI's Confidentiality in Spouse's Bank Account and Maintenance Dispute
The case of Anubhav Khanna vs State Bank of India revolves around an RTI request filed by Anubhav Khanna seeking personal financial information regarding his wife, Prerna, in connection with ongoing legal disputes, including a maintenance case and a criminal case under sections 498A/406 of the IPC. Khanna requested…
CCI Dismisses Plea Alleging Coal India Limited's Abuse of Dominant Position in E-Auction Scheme
In a recent decision, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) closed a case filed by Bijay Poddar, who alleged that Coal India Limited (CIL) was abusing its dominant market position through one-sided conditions in its 2022 e-auction scheme. The Commission, in its order dated December 30, 2024, concluded that the…
BCI move Supreme Court for increase in enrollment fee, highlight financial crunch
In a recent application before the Supreme Court, the Bar Council of India (BCI) has called for an amendment to the Advocates Act, 1961 to increase the enrolment fees levied by State Bar Councils. The move comes after the top court ruled last year that the State Bar Councils and the BCI are prohibited from charging…
Matrimonial Dispute and Applicability of Domestic Violence Act Examined: Gujarat High Court
In a significant ruling, the Gujarat High Court has intervened in a dispute involving a government quarter allotted to a retired employee. The case arose from an appeal filed by the Superintendent Engineer against the continuation of occupancy of the government quarter by Jawansingh Madarsingh Darbar's wife,…
Judicial Review Applicable If Tender Terms Seem "Tailor-Made" To Favor Specific Participants: Jammu & Kashmir High Court
In a recent decision, the Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court emphasized the limited scope of judicial review in tender matters, particularly when the terms are alleged to be "tailor-made" to benefit specific participants. The case arose from a plea filed by M/S K.P Singh Lau, represented by its proprietor…
