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ESIC Must Disclose Action Taken on Workplace Harassment Complaint, Upholding Women's Right to Information: Central Information Commission
In a significant judgment, the Central Information Commission (CIC) has directed the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) to provide comprehensive details on the actions taken in response to a workplace harassment complaint filed by an employee. The case, registered under the RTI Act, 2005, highlighted the…
Collection of Money by Donors from Sabarimala Pilgrims for Accommodation in Donor Rooms is 'Legally Impermissible': Kerala High Court
In a pivotal judgment, the Kerala High Court has established clear regulations regarding the use of donor rooms at Sabarimala, emphasizing that these facilities are exclusively for individual donors and their families. This ruling addresses the increasing misuse of donor passes and aims to safeguard the sanctity of…
Waiter Serving Food and Drinks in Bar Where Women Are Dancing Cannot Be Charged with Obscenity Under Section 294 of IPC: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling by the Bombay High Court, the court quashed the criminal proceedings against Santosh Paul Rodrigues under Sections 294, 114, and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The decision sheds light on the importance of individual actions in determining culpability, especially in cases involving public…
Driving Vehicle Without Number Plate Not Considered 'Cheating' Under Section 420 IPC: Telangana High Court
In a significant ruling, the Honorable Justice K. Sujana of the High Court has quashed the proceedings against a petitioner accused in a vehicle-related case, citing misapplication of legal provisions. This judgment revolves around the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and addresses the implications of Section…
Husband Granted Bail, With Court Noting His Extra-Marital Affair Would 'Per Se' Not Attract Abetment of Wife's Suicide: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant ruling by the High Court of Rajasthan, the bail application of Meghraj, a 28-year-old resident of Ward No. 9, Jajju, was granted in a case concerning serious allegations of domestic violence and suicide. The court examined the facts surrounding F.I.R No. 75/2024, registered at Police Station Kolayat,…
Equal Promotion Opportunities for Armed and Unarmed Branch Inspectors of Mizoram Police: Gauhati High Court
In a landmark judgment by the Gauhati High Court, the rights of Inspectors from the Armed Branch of the Mizoram Police have been upheld concerning their promotional avenues. The court scrutinized the legality of the Mizoram Police Service Rules, 2008, specifically focusing on the proviso to Rule 6(1). Case Background…
Apollo Tyres Restrained from Broadcasting Advertisement Ridiculing CEAT Tyres: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling on September 19, 2024, the Bombay High Court addressed the issue of disparagement in advertising under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, specifically highlighting Section 29 which deals with infringement of registered trademarks. The case involved CEAT Limited, a well-known tyre manufacturer, and its…
Court Acquits Murder Convict After 7.5 Years in Jail, Awards ₹1 Lakh Compensation: Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court acquitted Hafeez Khan, previously convicted for murder by the Sessions Court, citing the absence of evidence. The Court also awarded him Rs. 1 Lakh as compensation for the over 7.5 years he spent in jail. Case Background: In March 2019, Hafeez Khan was convicted by the Sessions Court for the…
Court ordered Payment Of ₹5 Lakh By Businesses For Using Amul Trademark On Their Pharmaceutical Products: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has granted a permanent injunction to Kaira District Cooperative Milk Producers Union Ltd, commonly known as Amul, against Bio Logic And Psychotropics India Private Ltd and another entity. The court also imposed a cost of Rs. 5 Lakh on the defendants for infringing on Amul’s trademark. Background:…
Court Upholds Interim Maintenance in Divorce Case, A Landmark Family Law Decision: Delhi High Court
On 19 September 2024, the High Court of Delhi issued a ruling in a case involving interim maintenance under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (DV Act). This judgment stemmed from the petition filed by Siddharth Talwar and his family, challenging previous court orders that granted maintenance to…
