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Admission Fee Charged From Students Forms Part Of Corpus Donation: Gujarat High Court
In a recent judgment dated March 4, 2024, the Gujarat High Court addressed a crucial issue regarding donations made to educational institutions, specifically whether certain payments should be treated as corpus donations or taxable income. Case Background: The case involved ABC Educational Trust, which runs a renowned…
Court grants first interim bail in case under Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita: Himachal Pradesh High Court
Shimla: In a significant development, the Himachal Pradesh High Court granted interim bail to Baldev Singh in a case involving alleged violations of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. The petitioner, Baldev Singh, had surrendered…
Incarcerated For More Than 7 Yrs, Longer Than Maximum Sentence: Bombay High Court Grants Bail To Conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar In 2015 Ponzi Scheme Case
The Bombay High Court has granted bail to Shekhar Chandrashekhar, who was arrested in 2015 for alleged offences under the Maharashtra Protection of Interest of Depositors (MPID) Act, 1999. The Case Shekhar Chandrashekhar was arrested on May 29, 2015, for offences under Sections 420 (cheating) and 120B (criminal…
Deceased Employee's Wife Entitled For Compensation From Date Of Death, Irrespective Application: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has ruled in favor of a son seeking compassionate appointment and his mother seeking monetary compensation following the death of their father/husband, a coal mine employee. The deceased employee's wife, Shanti Devi, and son, Rahul Kumar, challenged the decision of Bharat Coking Coal Limited…
Medical Professionals Must Offer Expert Opinions Without Fear Of Legal Repercussions In MTP Cases: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has permitted a woman to terminate her pregnancy beyond 24 weeks, citing substantial risks to both her health and the potential quality of life for the unborn child. The decision was based on recommendations from the AIIMS Medical Board and comprehensive guidelines issued…
Impleading Tenant In Proceedings For Issuance Of Letter Of Administration Under Indian Succession Act Not Allowed: Rajasthan High Court
The Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur bench, has ruled that a tenant is not a necessary party in a legal dispute concerning the issuance of a letter of administration for a property. This decision came in a case filed by Brijendra Singh (petitioner) against Ravindra Prakash Malewar (respondent 1) and others (respondents…
Section 302 IPC, Long Lasting Provocation Not 'Sudden Provocation': Kerala High Court Upholds Framing Of 'Murder' Charge Against Accused In Dr Vandana Das Case
Kerala High Court recently upheld the charge against the accused under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) in a shocking case involving the brutal murder of a young doctor, Dr. Vandana Das, at a hospital in Kollam. The court's detailed order provides a harrowing account of the incident and the legal reasoning…
Court Orders Protection for Minor Girl Refusing Forced Marriage: Punjab & Haryana High Court
The High Court of Punjab and Haryana has stepped in to protect a minor girl, Preeti (name changed to protect identity), from her family who allegedly forced her into marriage. Court's Order Based on Juvenile Justice Act The court's order was based on the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015.…
Court Refers Elon Musk Owned Tesla's Trademark Infringement Suit Against Gurugram-Based 'Tesla Power India' To Mediation: Delhi High Court
New Delhi – July 4, 2024: In a case concerning trademark infringement, Tesla Inc. has agreed to enter mediation with Tesla Power India Private Limited to resolve a dispute over the use of the "Tesla" brand name. The case, filed by Tesla Inc. against Tesla Power India Private Limited and Others (CS(COMM) 353/2024 &…
If Prosecuting Agency Can't Ensure Speedy Trial, They Shouldn't Oppose Bail Citing Seriousness Of Offence : Supreme Court
New Delhi, July 06, 2024: The Supreme Court of India has granted bail to Javed Gulam Nabi Shaikh, who was arrested by the Mumbai Police in 2020 for allegedly possessing counterfeit Indian currency notes. The Court's decision comes after Shaikh had spent four years in jail without even facing trial. Undue Delay in…
