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Custody Order by CWC Must Prioritize Child’s Best Interests, Not Personal Moral Judgments; Court Awards Infant's Custody to Breastfeeding Mother: Kerala High Court
In a landmark judgment delivered by Justice V.G. Arun, the High Court of Kerala addressed the critical issue of maternal rights concerning child custody under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015. This case involved a young lactating mother who sought custody of her child, recently taken…
Court Quashes Criminal Proceedings in Rape Case, Citing Amicable Settlement: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling on October 24, 2024, the Honorable Court addressed the application filed under Section 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (Cr.P.C.) to quash the criminal proceedings in the case titled State vs. Naeem and Others. This decision comes after both parties involved entered into a compromise,…
ID Act: Labour Court Holds Authority to Issue Notice to Non-Party Entities in Reference Cases: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh addressed the complexities surrounding the transfer of a business and its implications on employee compensation under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The court's decision emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to safeguarding workers' rights during…
Budgetary Constraints Cannot Supersede Constitutional Right to Equal Pension Benefits: Kerala High Court
In a landmark decision, the Kerala High Court has determined that pre-2006 retirees of the Assam Rifles are entitled to revised pension benefits equivalent to those received by post-2006 retirees. This ruling was delivered by Justice Harisankar V. Menon and is significant in addressing issues of equality and…
ED Directed To Arrest Former Congress MLA Dharam Singh Chhoker In PMLA Case: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a significant ruling, the Punjab & Haryana High Court has directed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to arrest former Congress MLA Dharam Singh Chhoker in connection with allegations under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). This judgment comes amidst serious accusations that Chhoker and his…
Defamation Complaint by AIADMK's Babu Murugavel Against Tamil Nadu Speaker M Appavu Quashed: Madras High Court
In a significant ruling concerning defamation under the BNSS, 2023, the court has provided essential clarifications regarding who qualifies as a “person aggrieved” in defamation cases. This judgment highlights the importance of legal standing when filing complaints. Case Overview The case involved R.M. Babu Murugavel,…
Court Cautions University Over Offering Law Courses Without BCI Approval: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a surprising revelation, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has expressed its dismay regarding Dr. Hari Singh Gour Central University, which has reportedly been admitting students to law courses for over a decade without valid recognition from the Bar Council of India (BCI). This issue came to light during a hearing on…
Supreme Court Stays ₹1 Lakh Costs Imposed on Advocate Mehmood Pracha by Allahabad High Court
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India has issued a stay on the Allahabad High Court's directive to impose costs of ₹1 lakh on advocate Mehmood Pracha. This case revolves around issues of forum shopping and appropriate courtroom conduct, as Pracha was criticized for appearing in a lawyer's robe…
Supreme Court Criticizes Harsh Cross-Examination of Minor POCSO Victim, Emphasizes Importance of Humanity in Legal Practice
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India reinforced its commitment to child protection by upholding the conviction of a teacher for aggravated penetrative sexual assault under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act). Case Background The case involves Ravi Verma, a teacher who…
Imposing Impossible Condition for Money Deposit to Suspend Sentence Is Inappropriate: Supreme Court
In a significant ruling by the Supreme Court of India, the case of Ashok Sirpal has drawn attention to the application of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, particularly focusing on Section 120B of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and related provisions concerning corruption and embezzlement. Case Background The case…
