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Power To Fix Age Of Superannuation In Cooperative Credit Societies Is Discretion Of Board Of Management, Not Govt: Andhra Pradesh High Court
In a significant ruling by the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, a decision was made regarding the age of superannuation for employees of cooperative banks under the Andhra Pradesh Public Employment (Regulation of Age of Superannuation) Act No.4 of 2014. Case Background: The case involved Sri Puvvada Venkata Mohana Murali…
Right Of Choice, Court Refuses To Put "Fetters" On Adult Woman's Decision To Live Separately From Parents: Kerala High Court
In a recent verdict by the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam, the Honourable Justices Raja Vijayaraghavan V and P.M. Manoj addressed a crucial matter under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, in WP(CRL.) No. 584 of 2024. Case Overview: The petitioner, Mr. XXXXX, father of Ms. X, filed a writ…
Commercial Courts Act, Disputes Related To Immovable Property Used Exclusively For Trade Are 'Commercial Disputes: Allahabad High Court
The High Court of Judicature at Allahabad recently delivered a significant judgment under Article 227 of the Constitution of India, highlighting the interpretation of a commercial dispute under the Commercial Courts Act, 2015. The case, titled Mamta Kapoor and Another vs. Vinod Kumar Rai, dealt with the categorization…
Not Disclosing Right To Terminate Pregnancy' Infracts Victim's 'Right To Live With Dignity: Madhya Pradesh High Court Slams Police, Doctor In Minor's Rape Case
In a significant ruling on April 30, 2024, the Hon'ble Justice Subodh Abhyankar of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh emphasized the rights of rape victims under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971. The case centered on the medical termination of pregnancy for a minor who was a victim of rape, highlighting…
Arbitration Act Section 29A Allows Extension Requests Even After Arbitrator's Mandate Expires: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling on May 28, 2024, the Delhi High Court, presided over by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma, delivered an order in the case O.M.P.(MISC.)(COMM.) 120/2024 involving Glowsun Powergen Private Limited and Hammond Power Solutions Private Limited. The case pertains to the extension of the mandate…
302 IPC Murder Case, Non-Submission Of Murder Weapon For Forensic Examination Not Fatal To Prosecution Case When Direct Evidence Available: Jharkhand High Court
Ranchi, 24 May 2024 - The Jharkhand High Court has upheld the conviction and life sentence of Doman Murmu for the murder of Dhanai Kisku, reinforcing the initial judgment passed by the Additional Sessions Judge-III, Dumka, in S.T. Case No.08 of 2012. The ruling was delivered by a division bench comprising Justice…
What Action Taken Against Bloggers Promote Illegally Modified Vehicles? Kerala High Court Asks Ministry Of Transport
In a recent development, the High Court of Kerala reviewed the Sabarimala Special Commissioner Report regarding safety concerns during the Mandala-Makaravilakku Festival Season of 1199 ME (2023-24). The report sheds light on several critical issues impacting public safety, particularly on the roads leading to…
Photos Show Accused Visiting Police Station To Comply With Bail Condition, Not Likely To Be Fabricated: Andhra Pradesh High Court
In a significant development, the High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati has set aside the order cancelling the anticipatory bail of Ramireddi Deepak, Ramireddi Veerababu, and Ramireddi Bharat. The petitioners, accused in a criminal case, had their bail reinstated under Section 397 R/w 401 of the Criminal Procedure…
Withholding Of Salary And Emoluments Does Not Fall Within The Ambit Of Offence Of Cheating: Bombay High Court
In a recent judgment, the Bombay High Court quashed the order of a Magistrate involving allegations of cheating and criminal breach of trust against the directors and officers of Air India Ltd (AIL). The case centered around the purported illegal deduction of salary/emoluments of employees. Key Highlights 1. Section…
Testimony Of Injured Witness Can Be Relied Upon Unless There Are Major Contradictions: Rajasthan High Court
In a recent judgment, the Jaipur High Court has affirmed the conviction of accused-appellants under Section 307 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) but has granted them probation based on certain considerations. The case revolves around an incident dating back to March 29, 1988, involving two accused individuals, Munna…
