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Court Grants Relief To Law Student Accused In Sexual Harassment Cases, States Expulsion Would Lead To 'Academic Death' : Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling regarding student discipline, the Bombay High Court has addressed the case of Rahul Singh, a student of the Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), who faced expulsion following disciplinary proceedings. The judgment, delivered on October 10, 2024, underscores the principles of…
Ayodhya Minor Gangrape Case | 'He May Adversely Affect Trial', Court Rejects Bail To SP Leader : Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court has denied the bail application of Moid Ahmad, who faces serious allegations of sexual offenses under Section 376-DA of the Indian Penal Code and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act). The court's decision comes in light of accusations…
Withholding Bail When Court Finds Accused Fit For Release Amounts To Punishment : Delhi High Court
In a significant legal decision, Chandra Dhari Singh, J., presiding over the Delhi High Court, has granted bail to Rakesh Sharma, the petitioner accused under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. This ruling highlights the nuanced approach courts must take when considering bail applications,…
Juvenile Justice Act | Claim Of Juvenility Can Be Raised Even After Conviction & Sentence Has Attained Finality : Supreme Court
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of India has granted relief to Brijnandan alias Brajesh Sharma, a respondent in Criminal Appeal No. 293 of 2022, by recognizing his claim of juvenility at the time of the alleged offence. The judgment was delivered by Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Justice Nongmeikapam Kotiswar…
₹50.90 Lakh Compensation Upholds by CourtTo Family Of Deceased Lawyer In Motor Accident Case : Jharkhand High Court
In a significant ruling concerning motor vehicle accidents, the court has clarified important provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, particularly Section 158(6) and Section 159. This judgment emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balanced approach in claims related to motor accidents while highlighting the…
Court Takes Suo Motu Cognisance Of Matters Concerning Prisoners With Mental Illness And Mental Disabilities In Bengal : Calcutta High Court
In a recent court session held on October 3, 2024, a detailed review of various cases concerning the welfare of prisoners was conducted. The session focused on the conditions of mentally ill and terminally ill prisoners, highlighting several critical aspects regarding their rights and health. The West Bengal State…
RAPE CASE ,Court Allows Termination of Pregnancy for Minor Rape Victim, Safeguarding Her Rights Under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act : Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a significant ruling, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has granted permission for a minor victim of rape to terminate her pregnancy, emphasizing the importance of protecting the mental and physical health of the victim. The case highlights the application of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, particularly…
Court Holds DU Officials Guilty Of 'Wilful Disobedience' In St. Stephen's PG Seats Allocation Case : Delhi High Court
In a significant development at the High Court of Delhi, St. Stephen’s College has initiated contempt proceedings against Delhi University (DU) and its officials for allegedly failing to comply with court orders regarding the allocation of postgraduate (PG) seats. This case arose from a previous judgment delivered on…
Court Dismisses Recovery Case Against Government Employee Who Received 'Excess' Salary For 30 Years, Citing Department's Error : Rajasthan High Court
In a significant ruling from the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jodhpur, the court has set aside a recovery order against Purna Shanker Sharma, a Computer-cum-Data Entry Operator at MLV Textile & Engineering College, Bhilwara. The case, identified as S.B. Civil Writ Petition No. 18683/2019, revolved around…
Court Stays GNLU's Suspension Of Law Student From Hostel Over Alleged Misconduct : Gujarat High Court
In a recent ruling from the Gujarat High Court, Gaurav Meena, a student at Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), has successfully challenged his suspension from the university's Halls of Residence. This case revolves around an Anti-Ragging Complaint that Gaurav filed in September 2023. Details of the Complaint…
