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High Court Cannot Deprive Wife Of Her Right To Choose Appropriate Forum To Seek Maintenance: Bombay High Court
In a recent landmark judgment, the High Court has affirmed its jurisdiction under Section 24 of the Civil Procedure Code (CPC) to transfer applications filed under Section 12 of the Domestic Violence Act (D.V. Act) from the Magistrate Court to the Family Court. This decision comes amidst ongoing debates over the…
Confession Before Police Cannot Be Included In Charge Sheet: Supreme Court
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India addressed the improper practice of recording confessional statements by police officers in Uttar Pradesh. This issue came to light in the case involving Sanuj Bansal versus The State of Uttar Pradesh & Anr. The case was heard on July 12, 2024, with Hon'ble Mr.…
Specific Reference To Arbitration Clause Needed In 'Two-Contract Case' For Incorporation: Delhi High Court
In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court has provided clarity on the incorporation of arbitration clauses in contracts. The judgment, delivered by Justice Prateek Jalan on July 9, 2024, in the case of M/s XYZ Constructions VERSUS KMC Constructions Ltd., emphasizes the requirements for a valid arbitration agreement…
Tripura consumer court pulls up SBI for delay in responding to OTP fraud complaint
Tripura State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission delivered a judgement in favor of Mr. Satish Debbarma, a resident of Agartala, who had been a victim of cyber fraud. The order directed State Bank of India (SBI) to compensate Mr. Debbarma for the losses incurred due to the hacking incident. The Case: Mr. Debbarma…
NCLT Delhi summons two lawyers accused of fraud, deceit and collusion
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has directed two lawyers to appear before it on allegations of collusion in an insolvency case. The order pertains to a case between Phoenix ARC Pvt Ltd (Applicant) and Anush Finlease & Construction Pvt Ltd (Respondent). Applicant Raises Collusion Charges M/s Udayan Choudhari &…
Married policeman's live-in relationship amounts to violation of service rules: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has dismissed a petition filed by a constable, Rajeev Kumar (name changed), challenging his dismissal from service for having a live-in relationship with a woman other than his wife. Highlights of the Case: Rajeev Kumar, a constable with the Hazaribagh Police Station, was accused of living in…
If Parole Can Be Given To Share Grief, Why Not To Share Happy Moments? Court Releases Convict To Meet Son Going Abroad To Study: Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court recently granted parole to Vivek Krishnamurari Shrivastav, a convict serving life imprisonment under Sections 302, 120B read with 34 of the Indian Penal Code. The decision was rendered by a bench comprising Justices Bharati Dangre and Manjusha Deshpande on 9th July 2024. The petitioner,…
Arbitrator Panel Restricting Nominee Selection To Railways' Officers and Suggested Names Is Not Valid: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has issued an order on July 9, 2024, regarding a dispute between a construction company and the Union of India (Railways) over an arbitration clause in a contract. This case highlights the importance of fair and neutral arbitrator selection procedures in construction contracts. Background of the…
'Continuous' 7-Yrs Practice As Advocate Not Required For District Judge Appointment: Himachal Pradesh High Court
The High Court of Himachal Pradesh has delivered a judgment clarifying the eligibility criteria for appointment as an Additional District Judge (ADJ) under Article 233(2) of the Constitution of India. This article states that a person must have been an Advocate for not less than 7 years to be eligible for appointment…
Court Refuses Bail To Alleged Drug Peddler To Attend Sister's Marriage: Rajasthan High Court
A Jodhpur court has denied bail to Rakesh, who was arrested for alleged drug peddling under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS Act). Rakesh had requested interim bail for 40 days to attend his sister Nirma's wedding. Court Cites Flight Risk and Public Safety The court, presided over by Justice…
