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Court Raises Concern Over Doctors' Negligence in Conducting Post-Mortems, Requests State's Response: Punjab and Haryana High Court
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has raised significant concerns about the quality and accuracy of postmortem examinations in a recent case involving the death of a young man, Ravinder Singh. The case, Kuljit Kaur and Others vs State of Punjab and Another, has brought to light the critical role that postmortem…
Court Rules Widowed Daughter-In-Law Not Required to Live in Matrimonial Home to Claim Maintenance from Father-In-Law: Allahabad High Court
This appeal was filed under Section 19 of the Family Courts Act, 1984 against the judgment and order dated 22.10.2023 passed by the Principal Judge, Family Court, Agra, in Original Suit No. 334 of 2024. The respondent, Smt. Bhuri Devi, sought maintenance from the appellant, Shree Rajpati, under the Hindu Adoptions and…
POSH Act, Court Finds Transfer of Accused Unjustified Based Solely on Pending ICC Proceedings Without Any Recommendations: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a significant ruling, the Madhya Pradesh High Court at Jabalpur, presided over by Justice Vivek Jain, quashed the transfer of Sub-Inspector Shankarlal Namdeo, which had been ordered in connection with a pending inquiry under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act,…
Court Grants Pre-Arrest Bail to Man Accused of Promoting Naxalism, Cites No Intent to Disturb Public Peace: Bombay High Cour
Nitin s/o Vasantrao Bode, an insurance agent from Yavatmal, Maharashtra, faced allegations under Section 153-A(1)(b) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). This section pertains to promoting enmity between different groups based on religion, race, place of birth, residence, language, or any other ground. The complaint was…
Court Affirms Dismissal of Government Employee for 20-Month Absence and 'Scandalous' Allegations Against Employer: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has upheld the dismissal of Vishav Bandhu Gupta, a former Income Tax Officer, for serious misconduct under the Income Tax Act and related legal principles. The court's decision emphasizes the boundaries of judicial review regarding disciplinary actions and the need for…
No Educational Qualification Required to Contest Elections as MP or MLA Court Cites Dr. Rajendra Prasad's 'Regret: Punjab & Haryana High COURT
In a significant ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has dismissed a criminal revision petition that challenged the dismissal of a complaint accusing the respondent, a prominent politician, of providing false information in his election affidavits. The complaint, which revolved around alleged discrepancies in…
Court Requests Response from AG's Office on Inaccurate Information About Accused's Whereabouts in Human Trafficking Case: Madhya Pradesh High Cour
On September 2, 2024, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur addressed a significant issue arising from W.P. No. 23048/2024 (Dr. Ajai Lall vs. The State of Madhya Pradesh and Others). The case involves a dispute where Dr. Ajai Lall is challenging certain actions taken by the State of Madhya Pradesh. Case…
Marriage Of Minor Girl With Major Male May Cause Physical & Mental Crutely, Can Be Used As Grounds For Divorce: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a recent ruling by the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, the bench comprising Justice Vivek Rusia and Justice Binod Kumar Dwivedi addressed a critical issue concerning the validity of a marriage under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (HMA) and the impact of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006 (PCMA, 2006) on such…
Terrorism in Punjab Reached Peak in the 1980s, Court Finds Dismissing Inquiry Against Cop with Alleged Militants' Ties Fair, Given Lack of Witnesses: Punjab and Haryana High Court
The Punjab & Haryana High Court has recently ruled on a significant case involving the dismissal of a constable, Dalbir Singh, who was removed from service in 1981 due to alleged connections with militants. The Court upheld the dismissal, finding it justified despite the absence of a departmental enquiry. This ruling…
Muslim Wife Who Files For Divorce Is Entitled To Claim Interim Maintenance U/S 151 CPC: Madras High Court
In a landmark judgment, the High Court of Madras has underscored the inherent powers of the Court to grant interim maintenance under the Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act, 1939. The ruling clarifies the Court's ability to provide interim relief even in the absence of specific provisions for such maintenance under…