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Justice Not Saleable, Failure To Extend Benefits Of Judgment In Rem To Similarly Situated Persons Violates Constitutional Rights: Rajasthan High Court
In a significant judicial development, the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan issued a comprehensive order addressing the grievances of numerous truck owners who had been facing blacklisting issues by the State of Rajasthan Transport Department. The order, passed by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Anoop Kumar Dhand on…
Arbitration Requires Dispute Arising From Agreement, Unrelated Disputes Ineligible for Arbitration: Rajasthan High Court
In a recent decision, the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jodhpur, presided over by Hon'ble Ms. Justice Rekha Borana, dismissed an arbitration application filed by M/s Blue City Indane seeking the appointment of an independent and impartial arbitrator to resolve disputes with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.…
Misplaced Sympathy Denies Justice To Society, High Court Declines Juvenile's Bail Plea For Allegedly Kidnapping, Murdering Minor For Ransom: Madhya Pradesh High
Jabalpur, May 28, 2024: In a significant ruling, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has denied bail to a juvenile involved in a heinous offence under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015. The decision was delivered by Hon'ble Justice Dinesh Kumar Paliwal, emphasizing the gravity of the crime and…
Section 217 CrPC, When Court Alters Charges, Opportunity Must Be Given To Both Sides To Recall/Re-examine Witnesses: Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has acquitted three individuals convicted in a high-profile murder case from Indore, Madhya Pradesh, under Section 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The case revolved around the tragic death of Gopal, who succumbed to multiple injuries in a violent altercation…
Auditor General Will Decide, Court Directs Probe into Alleged Corruption in Assam Sarba Siksha Abhiyan Mission: Gauhati High Court
The Gauhati High Court has directed a high-level inquiry into alleged corruption and misappropriation of funds in the Assam Sarba Siksha Abhiyan Mission. Chief Justice Vijay Bishnoi and Justice Suman Shyam passed the order while hearing a writ petition filed by Amguri Naba Nirman Samity, an NGO, represented by its…
Manipulated Birth Certificate To Continue As Head Of Church For One More Year? Karnataka High Court
A Karnataka High Court judge has upheld the conviction of Reverend Devaraj Bangera for manipulating his date of birth certificate to extend his term as the head of his church. Indian Penal Code (IPC) Sections 463, 468 & 471 The case revolved around allegations that Rev. Bangera changed his date of birth from June 29,…
No one can stop adults from living with or marrying person of their choice: Allahabad High Court
The case revolves around the marriage of an adult woman, aged 21, and a man, conducted according to Muslim rites on 17.04.2024. Despite their lawful union, legal complications arose when the first petitioner's uncle lodged an illegal FIR against the second petitioner, along with issuing threats to the first…
Arjun Ram Meghwal Continues As Law Minister In Newly Formed Union Govt
In a significant development within the newly formed NDA government at the Centre, Arjun Ram Meghwal has been announced to retain his position as the Minister of State with independent charge for the Ministry of Law and Justice. Additionally, he will continue to serve as the Minister of State in the Ministry of…
No False Promise Of Marriage, Court Quashes Rape Case Filed By Woman Against Her Fiancee And His Family Members After Wedding Was Called Off: Karnataka High Court
In a significant legal development, the Karnataka High Court delved into the nuances of Sections 90 and 375 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) within the framework of a specific case. The case, bearing Criminal Petition No.13912 of 2023, involves Mr. Santhosh Shetty and others as petitioners and the State of Karnataka and…
Dowry Harassment Case: Wife's Delay in Reporting Crime Not Grounds for Dismissing FIR: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a recent judgment, the Supreme Court of India has protected the rights of a wife who faced cruelty and dowry harassment from her husband's family. The court ruled that a wife's attempt to save her marriage should not be used against her when she finally decides to press charges. Case Details: While the specific…
