Showing 10512 articles
Court Directs Trial Courts To Disburse Seized Money From Cybercrimes To Victims: Gauhati High Court
Guwahati, October 4, 2024 – The Hon'ble Gauhati High Court has announced new guidelines aimed at expediting the release of seized funds related to cyber fraud cases registered on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP). This directive is designed to streamline the process for victims of cyber crimes and…
Court Directs Post-Mortem at AIIMS Hospital for Child Rape Victim, Orders Inclusion of POCSO Charges: Calcutta High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court at Calcutta addressed a crucial matter involving the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, particularly focusing on the post-mortem examination procedures in a case of alleged sexual offences. The court's decision comes after the State of West Bengal filed a revisional application…
Even If Fatal Injury Is Inflicted By A Single Member Of Unlawful Assembly, All Co-Accused Are Accountable For Murder: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a significant ruling, the Punjab & Haryana High Court has reinforced the principle of vicarious criminal liability under Section 149 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), emphasizing that all members of an unlawful assembly can be held accountable for murder, even if the fatal injury was inflicted by only one member of…
Devotees of 'Saqlain Miyan' Can't Be Denied Observing 'Urs' Just Because It Coincides With 'Navaratri' Court Sets Aside Bareilly Admin's Order: Allahabad High court
In a significant ruling by the Allahabad High Court, a writ petition filed by Aastan-E-Aaliyah Saqlainiya Sharafatiya and another has raised important questions regarding the observance of religious practices in the context of public gatherings. The case revolves around the first Urs of Hazrat Shah Mohammad Saqlain…
Pension Or Retiral Benefits Of Goverment Employee Can Only Be Withheld If Cognizance Is Taken On Police Report Before Retirement: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a significant ruling regarding the entitlements of retired government employees, the Madhya Pradesh High Court addressed the application of Rule 9(6)(b)(i) of the Pension Rules, 1976. This case highlights the legal principles governing the withholding or withdrawal of pension benefits when criminal proceedings are…
CBI Directed To Investigate Alleged Police-Crime Nexus In Dhanbad Coal Mafia Case: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has mandated the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to probe allegations regarding a possible connection between local police officials and the coal mafia in Dhanbad. This significant ruling emerged due to the local police's unwillingness to register a First Information Report (FIR) despite…
Haryana Gauvansh Act, High Court Can Hear Plea Against Confiscation Order Despite Statutory Appeal Before Deputy Commissioner: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a significant ruling by the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the order for the confiscation of a vehicle under the Haryana Gauvansh Sanrakshan and Gausamvardhan Act, 2015 was quashed, reinforcing the importance of due process and the right to be heard. Case Overview The petitioner, Sakeel Ahmed, sought to challenge…
Illegal Sale Of Liquor Against Delhi Excise Act Is A Serious Menace, Must Be Curbed Firmly: Delhi High Court
In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court upheld an externment order against a woman involved in repeated cases of bootlegging, emphasizing the need to maintain public safety and curb illegal activities under the Delhi Police Act. Case Background The petitioner, Anita Sharma, was subjected to an externment order by the…
Tattoo Scar Shouldn't Be Grounds For Disqualification, Candidate Should Be Given Opportunity To Remove It: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Delhi has dismissed a writ petition filed by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) challenging the Central Administrative Tribunal's order regarding the recruitment of a candidate for the position of Constable (Exe) in Delhi Police. The decision highlights the legal nuances…
'Complete Misuse Of Police Powers In Filing FIR', Extortion Case Filed By One Minor Girl Against Another Dismissed: Rajasthan High Court
In a recent ruling by the High Court of Rajasthan, the court addressed a peculiar case involving two minors, shedding light on the implications of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015. This decision emphasizes the need for careful consideration when handling cases involving juveniles,…
