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Tax Effect In Appeals Below Monetary Limit Of Rs.1 Crore: Kerala High Court Dismisses Dept's Appeal
Kerala, July 16, 2024: In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court has upheld the tax exemption for a charitable trust under Section 12AA of the Income Tax Act, 1961. This decision brings clarity to the contentious issue of the taxability of additional fees collected by educational institutions. Case Background:…
Subsequent Suit For Rent Arrears Maintainable After Suit For Possession; Both Different Causes Of Action: Supreme Court
In a significant legal decision, the Supreme Court of India has dismissed an appeal arising from a dispute between Uniworld Logistics Pvt. Ltd. (Appellant) and Indev Logistics Pvt. Ltd. (Respondent) over a leave and license agreement. The judgment, delivered by Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Prasanna Bhalachandra…
Court Releases 18-Yr-Old Who Mowed Down Woman From His Bike, Cites His 'Young Age' And 'Bright Future': Bombay High Court
In a recent judgment at the Madras High Court, Justice S.G. Mehare granted significant relief under the Probation of Offenders Act in Criminal Revision Application (Revn-376-2019). Case Details: The case involved a teenager, Akshay Khandve, who was charged under Section 304-A of the Indian Penal Code and various…
Motor Accidents Claims Tribunals Not Mute Spectators, Can Seek Second Opinion To Determine Authenticity Of Disability Certificate: Kerala High Court
Ernakulam, Kerala – The High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam, presided over by The Honourable Mr. Justice V.G. Arun, delivered a significant judgment on July 12, 2024, concerning a motor accident claim appeal. The case highlights the importance of accurate disability assessment and just compensation under the Motor…
Hindu Marriage Not Proven By Mere Certificate Of Arya Samaj & Registrar, Must Show Saptapadi Or Other Rites: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court has declared a marriage null and void due to the non-performance of essential rites and ceremonies required under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. The judgment was passed on 5th July 2024 by Justice Om Prakash Shukla and Justice Rajan Roy in the case of Shruti Agnihotri Vs. Anand…
Right To Relief Lost, Court Dismisses Plea Filed After 44 Yrs Challenging Land Acquisition Proceedings From 1978: Karnataka High Court
In a recent judgment, the Karnataka High Court, presided over by Chief Justice N. V. Anjaria and Justice K V Aravind, addressed Writ Appeal No. 325 of 2024 filed by Sri Vinod Kumar K against the State of Karnataka and others. The appeal stemmed from a writ petition seeking intervention under Article 226 of the…
No Offence Of Bigamy If Second Marriage Is Performed During Subsistence Of Ex-Parte Divorce Decree Which Is Later Set Aside: Kerala High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam has quashed proceedings against Joy Joseph, Beena Joy, and Vivek Joy under Section 494 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The case involved allegations of bigamy following a marriage solemnized by Vivek Joy, despite the existence of a prior marriage. The…
Court Grants Custody Of 4-Yr-Old To Father, Permits Him To Take Child Back To US Due To Health Issues, Inability To Adjust To India: Andhra Pradesh High Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has issued directions for the return of a minor child, Gautam Ramineni, to the USA, citing the child's best interests and the application of international legal principles. The case, which involved complexities of international child custody under the Habeas Corpus…
Hindu Deity Cannot Hold Land As 'Jagir' If Land Was Cultivated By Or Through Tenant: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant ruling, the Rajasthan High Court has directed a fresh enquiry into a longstanding land dispute involving Joga Ram, a resident of Narlai village in Pali district. The court's decision, based on the Rajasthan Land Reforms & Resumption of Jagir Act, 1952, overturns previous rulings and mandates a…
POCSO Act, Touching Victim's Private Parts With Penis Amounts To Offence Of Aggravated Penetrative Sexual Assault: Meghalaya High Court
Shillong, July 15, 2024: In a significant verdict, the High Court of Meghalaya has upheld the conviction of an accused under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 for aggressive penetrative sexual assault on a 4-year-old girl. The judgment was delivered by Justice W. Diengdoh and Chief…
