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Court Orders Bank To Refund Rs 76 Lakh, Says Account Holder Not Liable For Unauthorized Transactions Due To Third Party Breach: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has directed HDFC Bank to refund Rs. 76,90,017 to a customer who fell victim to unauthorized electronic banking transactions. The case, presided over by Justices Firdosh P. Pooniwalla and G. S. Kulkarni, highlights the protections afforded to consumers under the Reserve…
Walayar Rape-Death Case, Govt Should Consider Request Of Victim Or Victim's Representatives While Appointing Public Prosecutor: Kerala High Court
Ernakulam, June 12, 2024 - In a significant ruling, the High Court of Kerala, presided over by Justice A. Badharudeen, has directed the Central Government to consider the appointment of a Special Public Prosecutor (SPP) of the victim's choice in a high-profile criminal case, in accordance with Section 24(8) of the…
Whether Income Tax Department Can Seek Custody Of Seized Currency From Magistrate: Kerala High Court
In a significant legal development, the High Court of Kerala is set to address a crucial issue pertaining to the Income Tax Act, 1961. The case revolves around the procedure for interim custody of currency notes seized by the police, with conflicting claims arising between individuals and the Income Tax Department.…
Mother Can Give Away Child for Adoption Without Father's Consent: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court has ruled that a biological mother can give her child up for adoption even if the father is not available or does not consent to the adoption. This decision comes in a case where a woman named Kavitha (name changed) wanted to give her 3-year-old son Ashok (name changed) up for adoption to the…
Rape, Continuous Molestation & Harassment Are Continuing Misconduct, Fresh Cause Of Action Arises Every Day Till Redressal: Madras High Court
Section 9 of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 has come into sharp focus with a recent ruling by Justice D.Bharatha Chakravarthy. The case involved W.P.No.10707 of 2024 and centered on allegations of sexual harassment against a government employee. The…
Arbitration Act, Scope Of Inquiry In Section 9 Petition Is Limited, Interpretation Of Contract Would Be Within Domain Of Arbitral Tribunal: Delhi High Court
In a significant judgement delivered on June 10, 2024, the Delhi High Court dismissed a petition under Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, where the petitioner sought interim relief for assured returns on an investment. The case involved Ms. Ananya Sharma (Petitioner) and M/s Skyline Projects Ltd.…
Seized Property Can't Be Allowed To Become Junk, Court Should Expeditiously Issue Custody Orders: Rajasthan High Court
Jhalawar, Rajasthan: In a recent order, the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan Bench at Jaipur has directed the release of a car seized by the police in connection with a Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act case. The case involved Kaniram, a resident of Jhalawar, whose car (Ford Figo bearing…
No Reason To Create Impediment For Businesses, Court Directs Govt Not To Harass Tea Sellers In Floating Market Inside Dal Lake: Jammu Kashmir High Court
In a significant development, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Srinagar has issued a crucial order protecting the rights of business owners. The case, titled WP(C) No. 1127/2024 - M/s Zabarwan Tea Stall Through its Partners Shiraz Ahmad Daga and Danish Ahmad Daga vs. J&K Lake Conservation and Management…
Arbitrator Can Award Interest Anytime After The Award Is Passed Till Actual Payment Is Made: Uttarakhand High Court
In a recent judgment dated 01st May, 2024, the Hon’ble Chief Justice Ms. Ritu Bahri and Hon’ble Sri Justice Rakesh Thapliyal of the High Court of Uttarakhand at Nainital deliberated on an appeal from order No. 176 of 2023 between the State of Uttarakhand as the Appellant and M/s Bharat Bhoomi Builders as the…
Juveniles Tried As Adults Cannot Be Deprived Of Their Right To Bail Under Juvenile Justice Act: Uttarakhand High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Uttarakhand at Nainital has granted bail to a Child in Conflict with Law (CIL), who was accused under Sections 376(3) and 506 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Section 5(j)(ii)/6 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012. The decision, delivered by…
