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Haryana Government Ordered to Address RTI Act Implementation at Gram Panchayat Level Amidst Villager Complaints: Punjab and Haryana High Court
In a significant development, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has taken up the case of Bhagwat Dayal challenging the decision of the State Information Commissioner, Haryana. The petitioner sought to overturn an order dated 25th August 2022, which dismissed their appeal under the Right to Information Act, 2005 (RTI…
Court Rules Appointments to Aided Minority Institutions Cannot Be Limited to Specific Caste or Religio: Madras High Court
In a landmark decision, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has issued a significant order regarding the appointment of teachers and correspondents in educational institutions run by the Diocese of Tirunelveli, a body affiliated with the Church of South India (CSI). The case, WP(MD)No.15201 of 2024, centers on…
Court Grants Bail to Man Under NDPS Act, Finding No Evidence for Co-Accused's Allegations: Rajasthan High Court
In a recent decision by the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jodhpur, Mukesh @ Montu was granted bail in a case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS Act). The second bail application of Mukesh @ Montu (Case No. S.B. Criminal Miscellaneous 2nd Bail Application No. 10205/2024) was…
NIA Court's Bail Order for Kuki Leaders Accused of 'Waging War' Against India Set Aside by: Manipur High Court
In a significant judgment concerning the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA), the court addressed critical issues related to default bail and the timelines for appeals. This ruling provides clarity on the application of Section 21 of the UAPA and Section 167 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC). Case…
Court Rules Against Bail for Accused in Brutal Murder of 7-Year-Old: Kerala High Court
In a recent judgment, the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam, led by Justice P.V. Kunhikrisnan, has denied bail to the petitioner, XXXXXXXXXX, in a deeply disturbing case involving child abuse and murder. The case revolves around serious allegations of violence against a 7-year-old child, which have shocked the…
Only CPC Provisions Pertaining to RERA Proceedings Apply, Excluding Others: HP High Court
In a recent judgment by the High Court of Himachal Pradesh, the court addressed issues related to the enforcement of decrees under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERD Act, 2016). The case highlights the procedural aspects of enforcing decrees and the judicial response to allegations of abuse…
Court Quashes POCSO Charges Against Woman, Orders Return of Daughter’s Custody: Madras High Court
In a recent judgment delivered on August 1, 2024, by the Madras High Court, significant relief was granted to Mrs. Dharani, the petitioner in a Habeas Corpus Petition, by quashing the criminal proceedings against her under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012. The Court’s decision…
Pre-Arbitration Steps Not Mandatory if Not Effectively Implemented: Rajasthan High Court
In a recent judgment, the High Court has addressed a contractual dispute involving the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (A&C Act), focusing on the appointment of a sole arbitrator. The case, Arbitration Petition No. 7/2024, involves the Union of India (Appellant) versus M/s. Singh Builders Syndicate…
S.420 IPC Hoarding Wealth by Selling Assets to Avoid Future Losses Is Unjust: Rajasthan High Court
In a recent judgment by the Rajasthan High Court, the petition for anticipatory bail filed by the petitioners, Ravi Sharma and Deepak Kumar, has been denied in a case involving significant financial losses related to commodity trading. The decision was made under the provisions of the Criminal Procedure Code and…
Court Overturns Decision on 1-Day Delay in ITC Claim, Emphasizes Retrospective Extension of Time Limit: Madras High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Judicature at Madras has addressed the issue of delayed filing of GSTR-3B and its implications under Section 16(4) of the CGST Act. The case in question involves M/s. Ohm Sakthi Blue Metals and the Superintendent of GST & Central Excise. Case Summary: Background: M/s. Ohm…
