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Court Rules Out Penalization for Suicide Attempt in Light of Mental Healthcare Act Provisions: Bombay High Court
The Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court has quashed an FIR registered against a police constable, Ku. Shital Dinkar Bhagat, who had attempted suicide by injuring her wrist. The Court cited the provisions of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017, particularly Section 115, which presumes that anyone attempting suicide is…
S.13B HMA, High Court Rules Inconvenience of Parties to Appear Before Court Is Not a Valid Reason to Waive Cooling Period for Mutual Divorce: Madhya Pradesh High Court
On August 30, 2024, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur, presided over by Hon'ble Shri Justice G.S. Ahluwalia, ruled on the Miscellaneous Petition No. 4933 of 2024. The petition was filed by Sushant Kumar Sahu against Smt Mohini Sahu, seeking to set aside a trial court's order and expedite their divorce…
Court Quashes FIRs Against Three for Creating Public Alarm by Forming Telegram Group Advocating Pay Rise for Constables: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has quashed criminal charges against three individuals accused of conspiring to incite public panic by forming a Telegram group to advocate for higher pay and additional benefits for police constables. The court concluded that the charges did not substantiate an offence under Sections 120(B) and…
Court Directs Deputy Police Commissioner to File Personal Affidavit for Exercising Extraordinary Power in Dismissing Head Constable: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court addressed the unlawful dismissal of a Head Constable, Amit Kumar @ Amit Kumar Malik, under Rule 8(2)(b) of the U.P. Police Officers of Subordinate Rank (Punishment and Appeal) Rules, 1991. The petitioner was dismissed by the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Headquarters,…
Appeal Under Section 8 of Telangana Agricultural Land (Conversion for Non-Agricultural Purpose) Act Must Be Filed Before Collector, Not RDO: Telangana High Court
In a significant decision, the Telangana High Court, presided by Justice K. Lakshman, addressed a land dispute regarding the conversion of agricultural land into non-agricultural use under the Telangana Agricultural Land (Conversion for Non-Agricultural Purpose) Act, 2006. The judgment was delivered on 28th August…
Court States Courts Should Not Entertain Premature Pleas for Ordinary Leave for Prisoners and Must Allow Competent Authority to Exercise Power: Madras High Court
In a recent judgment, the High Court of Madras addressed a petition filed by Usha, seeking the grant of 28 days ordinary leave without escort for her husband, Karthi S/o. Ramalingam @ Eli Ramalingam, who is currently serving a sentence at Central Prison, Vellore. The case revolved around the interpretation and…
Court Cannot Postpone Implementation of Bail Order After Determining Accused is Entitled to Bail: Supreme Court
In a recent decision, the Supreme Court of India addressed a critical issue regarding bail conditions in the case of Jitendra Paswan versus The State of Bihar. The judgment, delivered on September 2, 2024, by Justice Abhay S. Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih, marks an important development in the interpretation…
Motor Accident Claims, Court Clears Car Dealer of Liability for Death During Test Drive by Manufacturer's Employees: Supreme Court
In a significant legal dispute, the accident occurred when a vehicle, manufactured by Hindustan Motors, was involved in a collision that caused severe injury to the claimant. The vehicle was being driven by an employee of Hindustan Motors, and it was unclear who bore responsibility for the accident—Hindustan Motors,…
POCSO Act , Father Sentenced to 20 Years for Repeatedly Raping Minor Daughter Over Two Years: Kerala High Court
In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court has upheld the conviction of a father found guilty of repeatedly committing penetrative sexual assault on his minor daughter. The judgment emphasizes the gravity of child sexual abuse and clarifies sentencing under both the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Protection of…
Court Affirms Woman's Right to Live Freely, Declares Autonomy Is Not Defined by Familial Obligations: Punjab & Haryana High Court
The High Court of Punjab and Haryana today dismissed a Habeas Corpus petition filed by Amritpal Singh, seeking the release of his daughter, Neha Kaur, from what he claimed was illegal detention by a private respondent. This judgment underscores the Court's commitment to protecting individual liberty and personal…
