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Advocate Can Be Summoned As Witness; No Absolute Bar Against Their Testimony: Kerala High Court
In a significant ruling by the High Court of Kerala, Justice Dr. Kauser Edappagath has directed the Judicial Magistrate of First Class-II, Kanjirappally to summon an advocate as a witness in a criminal case, overturning an earlier order that had denied the request. The case centers around a private complaint filed by…
Returning Officer Tossing Coin To Break Tie In Panchayat Election Is main Reason Violated Election Rules: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a recent decision, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has clarified the procedure for resolving ties in Punjab Panchayat Election results. The Court ruled that it is in violation of the Punjab Panchayat Election Rules to break a tie by tossing a coin. According to the judgment, instead of a coin toss, the Returning…
Clothing Is A Form Of Self-Expression, Courts Should Avoid Moral Policing Women Based On Attire: Kerala High Court
In a significant judgment, the Kerala High Court addressed a controversial decision made by the Family Court in a custody dispute between a divorced couple. The case centered around the custody of two children, with the mother seeking custody. However, the Family Court had denied her request, citing the mother’s…
S.175 BNSS | Magistrate Cannot Mechanically Order FIR Registration Like 'Rubber Stamp' In Family Disputes: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant ruling, the Rajasthan High Court has quashed the registration of an FIR against three individuals in a family dispute involving allegations of cheating, criminal breach of trust, and criminal conspiracy. The petitioners, who were the son-in-law, daughter, and granddaughter of the complainant, had been…
No Fixed Parameters For Cruelty In Matrimonial Cases, Rude Language And Ill-Treatment Don't Necessarily Constitute Legal Cruelty: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court has recently delivered a significant judgment in a matrimonial dispute, emphasizing that the concept of cruelty in such cases has evolved significantly over time. A division bench comprising Justice J. Nisha Banu and Justice R. Kalaimathi observed that the definition of cruelty is no longer fixed…
District Court Convicts Husband For Wife's Murder Amid Divorce Dispute: Dying Declaration Secures Justice
In a landmark decision delivered on 12th December 2024, Vinod Gupta has been convicted for the murder of Sweety (also known as Chanda) under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The court, after detailed consideration of the facts and evidence, concluded that Gupta fatally attacked Sweety, causing her death due…
1989 Amendment Cannot Be Applied Retrospectively For Issuing Demand Notices Under ESI Act: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a recent ruling, the High Court of Punjab and Haryana dealt with a crucial issue regarding the applicability of the Employees State Insurance Act, 1948 (ESI Act) to certain establishments. The judgment was passed in an appeal filed by the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) against the Punjab State…
Videography Of Nomination Paper Filing In Municipal Corporation Elections Mandated: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a recent decision by the High Court of Punjab and Haryana, the case involving Vijay Kumar and others versus the State of Punjab and others was disposed of, providing important directions regarding municipal elections and the compliance with guidelines set by the State Election Commission, Punjab. Background of the…
Public Servants Exceeding Powers During Official Duties To Be Protected Under Section 197 CrPC: Jammu and Kashmir High Court
The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has delivered a significant judgment regarding the scope of Section 197 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), offering protection to public servants even when they exceed their powers while performing official duties. Justice Sanjay Dhar quashed an order directing the…
Film Maker Ram Gopal Varma Granted Anticipatory Bail In Criminal Defamation Case: Andhra Pradesh High Court
In a significant legal development, renowned filmmaker Ramgopal Varma found himself entangled in a legal case following accusations of defamation and objectionable content posted on his Twitter account. The case has attracted attention as it involves multiple sections under the Indian Penal Code and the Information…
