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Section 311 Cr.PC, Application To Recall Witness Is Valid On Grounds Of Inadequate Examination By Previous Counsel: Meghalaya High Court
Shillong, July 1, 2024: In a recent development, the High Court of Meghalaya at Shillong has addressed a significant issue in the criminal case of the State of Meghalaya vs. Shri Traiborlang Khongrymmai. The court ruled on a petition challenging the decision of the Judicial Magistrate First Class, Sohra Sub-Division,…
Majority population would become minority if conversions at religious gatherings continue: Allahabad High Court
A High Court judge in Uttar Pradesh has denied bail to Kailash, a man accused of kidnapping and religious conversion. The case highlights the ongoing debate over religious freedom and conversion in India. Prosecution alleges Kidnapping and Conversion The prosecution, represented by Additional Advocate General P.K.…
Burden Under Customs Act To Prove Dutiable/ Prohibited Goods Not Meant For Smuggling Lies On Person Found In Possession: Telangana High Court
Customs Act Used to Seize Gold Attempted Smuggling Two Petitioners Caught Trying to Smuggle Gold into India In a recent case, the Customs Act was used to seize gold attempted to be smuggled into India. The petitioners, identified in court documents as Mr. Rao and Mr. Patel (names changed to protect anonymity), were…
Anticipatory Bail Denied for Driver Accused of Drunken Driving Causing Fatal Accident: Bombay High Court
A Mumbai court has denied anticipatory bail to a woman, Riya Sharma, accused of causing a fatal accident while driving under the influence of alcohol. The accident, which occurred on February 25, 2024, resulted in the deaths of two people. Charges Under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Motor Vehicles Act (MVA): Riya…
Quashing Sexual Violence Cases Based On Monetary Payments Would Imply 'Justice Is For Sale': Delhi High Court
A Delhi court has dismissed a petition filed by a man accused of sexual assault and threats against a woman, refusing to quash the First Information Report (FIR) registered against him. The woman, identified as Sonia (name changed to protect privacy), alleged that the man, Rahul (name changed to protect privacy), had…
NIA Act, Order Refusing Or Granting Bail To Accused Appealable U/S 21(4), Not As Petition Under CrPC: Manipur High Court
The High Court of Manipur recently issued a judgment clarifying the procedure for filing bail applications in cases investigated under the National Investigation Agency (NIA) Act. Key Highlights of the Case: Accused: Lhaineikim Lhouvum Kikim (Name based on the order) State: Manipur Charges: Investigated under the NIA…
Does live-streaming police action amount to obstruction of duty? Himachal Pradesh High Court answers
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh - In a judgment delivered on June 19, 2024, the Himachal Pradesh High Court quashed charges filed against Sita Ram Sharma under Section 186 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for obstructing a public servant in the discharge of their public functions. Case Details: Petitioner: Sita Ram Sharma…
Court asks police chief to ensure innocent persons are not arrested due to mistaken identity: Kerala High Court
In a recent judgment by the High Court of Kerala, a case involving mistaken identity and police action has brought to light crucial issues of procedural diligence and citizen rights. Background and Case Details: The petitioner, Sarah Mathew, was erroneously detained by the police on November 16, 2018, under a…
No Parent In Our Society Can Damage Reputation Of Their Daughter Regarding Her Chastity: Patna High Court Upholds Rape Conviction
The Bihar Victim Compensation (Amendment) Scheme, 2019 has been introduced to bolster support for women victims/survivors of sexual assault and other crimes. This amendment, made in compliance with the directives of the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India in Civil Writ No. 565/2012 titled “Nipun Saxena and Ors. Vs. Union…
Court Protects Private Land Owners From JDA's Demolition Drive Amid Court Vacation, Cites "7 Sub-Rights" Under Article 300-A: Rajasthan High Court
The High Court of Rajasthan has granted a stay on the demolition of private properties in Jaipur. The order was passed by a vacation bench of Hon'ble Justice Ashok Kumar Jain on a writ petition filed by Sitaram Sharma and others. Case Background The Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) had initiated a drive to remove…
