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Notice Under Section 50 NDPS Act 'Not Required' for Search of Bag as It Was Separate from the Accused's Possession: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has denied bail to Emeka Prince Lath, who was charged under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act for possession of a substantial quantity of heroin. The court addressed crucial questions surrounding the application of Section 50 of the NDPS Act, which…
Misunderstanding in Chief Secretary's Mind Regarding Implementation of Laws for Reservation for Persons with Disabilities Noted by: Gujarat High Court
In a landmark decision, the Gujarat High Court has emphasized the urgent need for the State of Gujarat to implement the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 effectively. The judgment arose from a Public Interest Litigation filed by the National Federation of the Blind, aimed at ensuring that persons with…
Rats Damage Viscera Samples in Malkhana; Concern Expressed Over "Pathetic Condition" of Items Stored in Police Stations: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a recent ruling by the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, significant attention was drawn to the handling of evidence by police officials in a criminal case, emphasizing the need for strict protocols to prevent future occurrences of negligence. Case Background The case revolves around Ansar Ahmed, who has been in…
GST Fraud Benefit of Section 437 CrPC Cannot Be Granted to Women Who Are 'Powerful' and When the Offense Affects the Public at Large: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court recently denied bail to Kanika Dhingra (54) and her son Mayank Dhingra (27), who are accused of creating numerous fake companies to fraudulently claim input tax credit (ITC), resulting in substantial losses to the government. Background of the Case The duo was charged…
Second Wife’s Proceedings Under Section 498A IPC Ruled Unmaintainable, Reaffirms: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad has quashed the proceedings against Maan Singh and others in a case involving allegations of harassment and dowry demands, highlighting important aspects of Section 498A IPC and the Dowry Prohibition Act. Case Overview The case, Application U/S 482 No.…
Second Application Under Section 125 CrPC Is Maintainable Even If First Plea Was Dismissed Without Liberty to File Afresh: Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a second application for maintenance under Section 125 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) can be maintained even if the first application was dismissed without the option to file a new one. This important decision was made by a bench of Justice Saurabh Lavani. Key…
Long-Standing Consensual Adulterous Physical Relationship Does Not Constitute Rape: Allahabad High Court
In a notable judgment, the Allahabad High Court recently clarified that a long-standing consensual adulterous relationship does not constitute rape under Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). This ruling came in the case of Shrey Gupta vs. State Of U.P. And Anr, where the court quashed criminal proceedings…
Labour Court’s Reinstatement of Typist Overturned, Clarification Issued on Regularization Criteria for Contractual Workers in State Instrumentalities: Bombay High Court
In a significant judgment delivered by the Bombay High Court, the complexities surrounding employment relationships and the rights of temporary workers were scrutinized in the case of Writ Petition No. 5239 of 2005. The court addressed issues of reinstatement, back wages, and the employment status of Suchita Vijay…
Suo Motu Cognizance Taken of 1.19 Lakh Trees Proposed for Cutting in State Project: Rajasthan High Court
In a landmark decision, the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan has taken suo motu cognizance regarding the proposed felling of 1.19 lakh trees in Baran District for a pumped storage project, raising significant environmental concerns. Case Background The court was alerted by reports in Rajasthan Patrika and Dainik…
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation Directed to Take Steps for Rehabilitation of Piranha Chhapra Slum Dwellers Within 6 Weeks: Gujarat High Court
In a significant ruling on October 4, 2024, the Gujarat High Court addressed the urgent need for the rehabilitation of hutment dwellers in Ahmedabad, ensuring their rights under the Regulation for Rehabilitation and Redevelopment of Slums, 2010. Case Overview The case, titled Shaikh Noorjahan Bano vs. State of Gujarat…
