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Non-Bailable Warrant Section 73 CrPC Cannot Be Issued To Produce Accused Before Police For Investigation: Delhi High Court
In a significant legal development, the Delhi High Court has granted anticipatory bail to a petitioner, Mr. Arun Kumar, involved in a case under Sections 376 (rape) and 406 (criminal breach of trust) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The court's decision followed a series of procedural issues raised regarding the…
Only Men Can Be Prosecuted Under 'Gender-Specific' Law Of Sexual Harassment Section 354A IPC: Calcutta High Court
Kolkata, July 27, 2024 – In a significant judgment, the Calcutta High Court has quashed the proceedings against Ms. Anjali Sharma, who was accused under Section 354A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The Court ruled that a woman cannot be prosecuted under this section, which pertains to sexual harassment, as it is…
Court Orders Enquiry Against Judge Who 'Blindly Signed' Wrong Order Sheets Written By Clerk: Madhya Pradesh High Court
Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh - The High Court of Madhya Pradesh has rejected the fourth bail application under Section 439 of the Cr.P.C. filed by Ranjeet Singh Johal. The application was dismissed by Hon'ble Justice G. S. Ahluwalia on the 24th of July, 2024. Case Background: Ranjeet Singh Johal was arrested on October 6,…
Extended Limitation Can't Be Invoked If No 'Omission' & Suppression Of Material Facts' To Evade Tax : Calcutta High Court
In a significant decision by the High Court at Calcutta on 9th July 2024, the court dismissed an appeal by the Commissioner of Service Tax, Kolkata, against G.S. Atwal and Co. Engineering Pvt. Ltd., concerning the applicability of service tax on mining services rendered before 1st June 2007. The decision, delivered by…
Love Afair, Court Dismisses Maintenance Claim Under Section 125 of CrPC: Chhattisgarh High Court
Chhattisgarh High Court - In a significant ruling on 18th July 2024, the High Court of Chhattisgarh at Bilaspur, presided over by Chief Justice Ramesh Sinha, dismissed the maintenance application filed by X under Section 125 of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.). The plea, which sought financial support from her…
Non-Govt Employee Receiving Annual Increments Is In “Permanent Job” For Grant Of Future Prospects In Motor Accident Claim: Madhya Pradesh High Court
JABALPUR, 20th July 2024: In a significant ruling under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur, has enhanced the compensation awarded to the claimants in a motor accident case. The decision was delivered by Justice Achal Kumar Paliwal. Case Background: The appeal was filed by Smt.…
Married persons eloping to be in live-in relationship violative of parents' right to dignity: Punjab and Haryana High Court
In a recent landmark judgment by the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the bench led by Justice Sandeep Moudgil addressed critical issues surrounding live-in relationships and their legal standing under the Domestic Violence Act (DV Act). This decision, delivered on July 24, 2024, provides significant insights into the…
Court Declines Law Students' Plea Challenging Debarment From Writing Ninth-Semester Exams Due To Attendance Shortage: Karnataka High Court
In a recent judicial review, the Karnataka High Court addressed a significant issue concerning discriminatory examination policies at the Karnataka State Law University (KSLU). The court's decision highlighted key aspects of educational fairness and students' rights under the Constitution of India. Case Summary The…
Court Quashes Cheating Case Against Builder Prevented From Delivering Villas Due To Litigation Initiated Against Property: Telangana High Court
Hyderabad, July 26, 2024 — In a significant legal development, Hon'ble Justice JuVVadi Sridevi of the Telangana High Court has granted anticipatory bail to Guntupalli Srinivas Rao in a case involving allegations of real estate fraud. The petition was filed under Section 438 of the Criminal Procedure Code seeking…
Under Article 21, Court Permits Woman To Become Guardian Of Comatose Husband And Manage His Estate: Gujarat High Court
In a recent judgment, the Gujarat High Court has taken a significant step in safeguarding the rights of a person who has been in a comatose state for over a year. The court's decision underscores the application of Article 21 of the Constitution of India, which guarantees the protection of life and personal liberty,…
