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Merely Abducting Woman Not An Offence U/S 366 IPC, Intention To Marry Or Force Intercourse Must Be Proved: Chhattisgarh High Court
High Court Verdict on Kidnapping Case: Conviction Upheld for Section 363 IPC, Overturned for Section 366 IPC and POCSO Act In a recent judgment, the High Court of Chhattisgarh has delivered a nuanced verdict on a significant criminal case involving kidnapping and sexual assault allegations. The case was meticulously…
Court issues SOP for police protection of couples facing threats for choice of partner: Rajasthan High Court
In a landmark judgment delivered by the Rajasthan High Court, the court has issued a comprehensive directive for ensuring enhanced police protection to individuals facing threats from social actors or groups. This ruling, which centers on the procedural framework for addressing such threats, outlines a detailed…
Section. 498A IPC, Supreme Court Sets Aside Bail Condition That Husband Should Fulfill All Physical & Financial Requirements Of Wife
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India, in Criminal Appeal No. of 2024 (Arising out of SLP (Crl.) No.2011 of 2024), has set aside onerous conditions imposed by the Patna High Court for granting provisional pre-arrest bail to Sudeep Chatterjee, accused under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)…
Rape On Pretext Of Marriage, Arranging Rented House Does Not Show Intent To Marry Victim But To Keep Her 'Easily Available': Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court dealt with a sensitive case involving Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which pertains to rape and the intricacies of consent. This case emphasized the difference between a false promise to marry and a breach of promise, shedding light on the legal interpretations and…
Settlement Affidavit Cannot Be Relied On To Quash Rape Case, Nature Of Victim's Relationship With Accused To Be Decided In Trial: Kerala High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Kerala has dismissed a petition seeking to quash criminal proceedings in a severe rape case. The petition was filed by Pradeesh Kumar, the accused in a case involving serious allegations under the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Case Background: The criminal miscellaneous case,…
Section 106 Evidence Act, Accused Can't Be Asked To Discharge Burden Of Proof When Prima Facie Case Wasn't Established By Prosecution: Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India overturned the conviction of Manharan Rajwade, who had been sentenced to life imprisonment for the alleged murder of his wife, Geeta. The judgment, delivered on July 25, 2024, by Justices Abhay S. Oka, Prashant Kumar Mishra, and Augustine George Masih, highlights…
Father Can't Be Charged Of 'Kidnapping' His Minor Child From Wife's Custody Unless He Was Specifically Prohibited By Competent Court: Karnataka High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Karnataka, Dharwad Bench, has quashed an FIR against XYZ under Section 363 IPC. The case, overseen by Justice Venkatesh Naik T, revolved around the legality of a father taking his minor child from the mother’s custody. Case Details: XYZ, a 40-year-old employee of a private…
Court asks lawyer to follow up on ice cream party promise after restoring his membership: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh Bench at Gwalior addressed a crucial issue regarding the membership of a practicing advocate, Ram Sahai Chiroliya, in the District Bar Association, Datia. The case, W.P. No.14547/2020, was heard by Hon'ble Justice Anand Pathak and Hon'ble Justice Rajendra Kumar…
Untimely Demise Of Husband Sufficient Explanation To Condone Delay In Seeking Leave To Continue Appeal On His Behalf: Kerala High Court
In a significant judgment delivered by the Honourable Mr. Justice K. Babu of the Kerala High Court, the court addressed the issue of whether an appeal involving a composite sentence of fine and imprisonment abates upon the death of the appellant. This decision came on Wednesday, the 31st of July 2024, in a case…
Court Stays Proceedings Initiated By Children Against Parents For 'Starvation, Physical Abuse & Forbidding Them From Watching TV': Madhya Pradesh High Court
Indore, Madhya Pradesh – In a recent hearing at the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Justice Vivek Rusia presided over MCRC No. 30535 of 2022, where Ajay Chouhan and Others were petitioning against The State of Madhya Pradesh and Others. The case has seen significant developments following the latest court proceedings on…
