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Court Rules Uddhav Thackeray Did Not Offend Religious Sentiments, Orders ₹2 Lakhs Compensation to Former CM for Publicity-Driven Plea: Bombay High Court
In a recent judgment delivered on 29th August 2024, the High Court of Judicature at Bombay, Bench at Aurangabad, addressed a case involving a petition filed by Mohan Uttamrao Chavan against the State of Maharashtra and another respondent. The petition, registered as Criminal Writ Petition No. 1432 of 2024, was…
Investigates Deployment of Army for Survey on Illegal Sand Mining at Border: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a recent judgment dated August 22, 2024, the Punjab and Haryana High Court, led by Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Judge Anil Khetarpal, has addressed significant concerns regarding illegal sand mining operations. The case involves multiple petitions challenging the regulatory oversight and the actions of various…
Correspondence Indicating Non-Arbitrability of Dispute Due to Negotiable Instruments Act Proceedings Implies Acknowledgment of Arbitration Clause: Delhi High Court
In a recent judgment delivered on August 21, 2024, the Delhi High Court addressed a crucial issue concerning the existence of an arbitration agreement and the arbitrability of disputes under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The case, titled ARB.P. 533/2022, centered on whether the disputes between the…
Court Highlights 7-Year Delay in Cancellation Report, Stresses Impact on Rights of Complainant and Accused: Punjab and Haryana High Court
In a recent judgment, the High Court addressed a petition filed under Section 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) by Dharam Singh seeking the transfer of investigation in FIR No. 0464 dated 20.09.2016, registered at Police Station Safidon. The FIR involves charges under Sections 306 and 34 IPC (Indian Penal…
No Denial of Opportunity as Arbitrator Permitted Claimants to Submit Additional Affidavit Disclosed in Respondent's Affidavit: Delhi High Court
In a recent decision, the Delhi High Court ruled on an arbitration dispute between DD Auto Pvt. Ltd. and Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd., which involved intricate issues of transposition of parties and the extent of rights available to the claimants. The matter was heard before Justice Manoj Jain, who provided…
No Absolute Rule Prevents Claiming Prescriptive Easement Right of Way Over Paddy Field Ridges; Burden of Proof Rests on Claimant: Kerala HC High Court
In a recent ruling, the Kerala High Court dealt with a significant case under the Indian Easements Act, 1882, particularly concerning the prescriptive easement right of way. The case involved a dispute over a pathway that the plaintiff claimed had been used continuously, thereby granting him a prescriptive easement…
Court Rules Child Retains Indian Citizenship Despite Parents Renouncing It Statelessness Not an Option: Bombay High Court
In a recent judgment dated 28th August 2024, the High Court addressed an important issue under the Citizenship Act, 1955, regarding the jurisdiction of the High Court to decide on matters related to citizenship in election petitions. Case Details: The case concerned an election petition filed under the Representation…
Court Rules State Not a Party to Agreement Cannot File Section 16 Application: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Gwalior, led by Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva and Justice Rajendra Kumar Vani, addressed a pivotal arbitration issue involving the State of Madhya Pradesh and T.R.G. Industries Private Limited. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the case: 1. Background…
Court Rules Trial Courts Must Withhold Victim Statements Until Cognizance Is Taken on Chargesheet: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court has quashed an FIR registered under Sections 363 and 366 IPC and provided relief to the petitioners, Smt. Ujala and Arvind Kumar, from potential arrest. The judgment underscores the importance of personal liberty and consent in cases involving allegations under these…
No Interim Bail Provision for Accused Under UAPA: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a significant judgment involving the National Investigation Agency Act, 2008, the High Court of Punjab and Haryana dismissed the appeal of Baljit Singh seeking interim bail. The appellant was charged under stringent provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA). The bench, comprising Hon'ble…
