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Court Grants Bail in Opium Poppy Cultivation Case, No Small or Commercial Quantity Prescribed: High Court of Madhya Pradesh
On August 14, 2024, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur, under the esteemed chairmanship of Hon'ble Shri Justice Vishal Dhagat, addressed the fourth bail application filed by Vishram. Vishram has been in custody since March 18, 2023, in connection with FIR No. 108/2023, registered at Police Station Khalwa,…
Supreme Court Clarifies When to Apply Doctrine of Prospective Overruling
In a pivotal decision, the Supreme Court of India has addressed the complexities surrounding taxation and royalty through its judgment in the case of Mineral Area Development Authority v. M/S Steel Authority Of India & Ors (CA No. 4056/1999). The Court’s ruling provides clarity on the application of doctrine of…
Court Quashes Husband's Complaint Alleging Wife Was Attempting To Murder Him And His Mother Using 'Black Magic': Karnataka High Court
In a recent judgment, the court addressed a complex case involving allegations of theft, black magic, and attempts to murder. The case was heard under the Karnataka Prevention and Eradication of Inhumane Evil Practices and Black Magic Act, 2017, with significant implications for the application of this law. Background…
No Fundamental Right to Demand Laws Titled in Familiar Languages for 'Hindi' Names of New Criminal Laws: Kerala High Court
In a significant judgment delivered by the High Court of Kerala on August 19, 2024, the court addressed a public interest litigation challenging the use of Hindi and Sanskrit for the nomenclature of certain Indian legislative acts. This ruling clarifies the interpretation of Article 348 of the Indian Constitution…
Permission Granted for Hindu Munnani's Protest on Bangladeshi Hindu Genocide: Madras High Court
In a notable judgment, the Madras High Court has permitted the Hindu Munnani to conduct a demonstration in Tamil Nadu. The court's decision emphasizes the democratic right to peaceful protest and highlights the gravity of the alleged genocide against Hindus in Bangladesh. Background of the Case The petition was filed…
Court Approves Abortion Request for Live-In Relationship Case: Delhi High Court
New Delhi, August 16, 2024 – In a landmark decision, the Delhi High Court has authorized the termination of pregnancy for Mrs. C, reflecting a nuanced understanding of the severe impacts of unwanted pregnancy on a woman's physical and mental health. This judgment underscores the importance of considering a woman’s…
Competition Commission Ordered to Respect Mediation Outcomes, Affirms: Delhi High Court
In a landmark decision, the Delhi High Court has reinforced the sanctity of settlements and clarified the jurisdiction of the Competition Commission of India (CCI) in relation to disputes involving mediation and intellectual property rights. The judgment, delivered by Justices Prathiba M. Singh and Amit Sharma on…
High Court Orders CBI Investigation into RG Kar Incident, Supreme Court Ensures Protection: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday continued to hear matters related to the shocking rape and murder of a resident doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata, which sparked nationwide outrage. The incident, which took place last week, led to widespread protests and vandalism at the hospital on the night of 14th…
Agreement to Withdraw Prosecution in Rape Case Declared Invalid by: Kerala High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Kerala addressed a plea from Abdul Jaleel, challenging the continuation of criminal proceedings against him in a case involving allegations of rape. This case emerged from accusations that Jaleel, while serving as the Assistant Secretary of Vellangallur Grama Panchayat,…
MV Act, Might Motor Vehicle License Valid for Transport Vehicles Under 7500 Kgs: Rajasthan High Court
High Court Rules on Insurance Claim Under Workmen's Compensation Act: Vehicle License Dispute Resolved In a recent judgment, the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jodhpur addressed a significant case under the Workmen's Compensation Act. The ruling came on August 8, 2024, concerning a dispute over a…
