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Conflict Between Two Investigative Agencies: NCB & State Police; Rajasthan High Court Transfers Investigation To CBI As A Neutral Agency
Jodhpur, July 26, 2024 - In a significant ruling, the Rajasthan High Court has ordered the transfer of two conflicting FIRs between the State Police and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), citing the need for an independent and neutral investigation. The case highlights a…
Application To Recall Of Witness Section 311 CrPC Can't Be Allowed If Filed Only To Drag Proceedings: Karnataka High Court
In a significant legal development, the Karnataka High Court at Bengaluru, presided over by Hon'ble Mr. Justice M. Nagaprasanna, has dismissed a petition filed under Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.) by Sri. Stanly Kirthiraj @ Stanley Kirtiraj. The case, which has spanned over 15 years, involves…
Court Imposes Rs 50K Cost On Litigant For "Disruptive Attitude" During PIL Hearing: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court recently dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) petition filed by Mr. Rajesh Kumar, citing it as frivolous and devoid of public interest. The court imposed a penalty of ₹50,000 on the petitioner, emphasizing the misuse of the PIL system for personal grievances rather than genuine public…
Court Denies Bail in Coercion and Forced Conversion Case: Allahabad High Court
In a recent decision by the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, the bail application of Ajeem, accused under the U.P. Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021, was rejected. The ruling was delivered by Justice Rohit Ranjan Agarwal. Case Overview: Ajeem is involved in a criminal case (Case Crime No.…
Section 377 IPC Contemplates Unnatural Acts Against The Order Of Nature, Does Not Cover Unnaturality Of Relationship Such As Incest: Kerala High Court
In a significant legal decision, the Kerala High Court has upheld the conviction of a man for the crime of rape under Section 376 IPC while modifying certain aspects of the sentence. The case highlights the intricate issues surrounding delayed reporting and the credibility of testimony in sexual assault cases. Case…
Are all forms of talaq illegal under triple talaq law? Himachal Pradesh High Court answers
In a recent ruling, the Himachal Pradesh High Court clarified the scope of the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019 by emphasizing that the Act does not criminalize all forms of talaq (divorce), but specifically targets those that are instantaneous and irrevocable. Case Background: The case arose…
Specific Performance Suit's Limitation Period Runs From Date For Performance & Not From Expiry Of Agreement's Validity : Supreme Court
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has clarified the applicability of the Limitation Act, 1963 in cases concerning the specific performance of contracts. The case at hand involved a dispute over the execution of a sale deed and the enforceability of a contract. Here's a detailed breakdown of the…
'Doctrine Of Relation Back' Applies In Service Matters When Subsequent Order Passed In Favour Of Employee Relates To Initial Dispute: Allahabad High Court
LUCKNOW, August 4, 2024: In a significant judgment under the U.P. Recognized Basic Schools (Junior High Schools) (Recruitment & Condition of Service of Teachers) Rules, 1978, the Allahabad High Court has directed the State Government to pay arrears of salary to a group of teachers dating back to March 1998. Case…
POCSO Victim's Emotional Well-Being Must Be Balanced With Rights Of Accused: Rajasthan High Court Grants Parole To Father Convicted Of Raping Daughter
Title: Petitioner Granted 15-Day Parole Despite Objection Under POCSO Act In a recent legal development, the Rajasthan High Court at Jodhpur has granted a 15-day parole to Shankar Lal, a convict currently lodged in Central Jail, Udaipur. This decision, delivered by Hon'ble Dr. Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati and…
Court Rejects An Advocate's PIL Against Centre's Mandatory FASTag Policy: Allahabad High Court
In a recent judgment, the Allahabad High Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the constitutionality of Section 7 of the National Highways Act, 1956 and the notification that mandated all lanes at toll plazas to be FASTag lanes. The petition was filed by Advocate Vijay Pratap Singh, who argued…
