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Advocates Association Ends Strike As Division Bench Stays Order Debarring Lawyer: Jharkhand High Court
In a recent development at the Jharkhand High Court, Justice Rajesh Kumar exercised power under Article 215 and 226 of the Constitution of India read with Section 14 of the Contempt of Court Act, 1971. The case revolves around Devendra Pandey as the petitioner against The State of Jharkhand & Ors. as respondents. Key…
Petitions For Expeditious Disposal Of Cases Can't Be Allowed Routinely, Must Show Extraordinary Circumstances: Allahabad High Court
In a recent development, Smt. Prity Pandey approached the court seeking expeditious disposal of her case under Article 227 of the Constitution of India. The case in question, Original Suit No. 2323 of 2020 (Ankur Pandey Vs. Preeti Pandey), filed under Section 13(1)(ia) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, is pending…
Court Initiates Suo Moto Criminal Contempt Case Against Lawyer Who Made Personal Remarks On Judges: Delhi High Court
In a recent development, the Delhi High Court, presided over by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Anoop Kumar Mendiratta, has taken a stern stance against contemptuous behavior exhibited during judicial proceedings. Background of the Case The case revolves around a petitioner, Sanjeev Kumar, who had filed an application under…
Court Denies Renewal Of Future License To Liquor Shop Which Predates School In Its Proximity: Allahabad High Court
In a recent development, the Chief Justice's Court heard a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) bearing number 335 of 2024, titled Master Atharva Minor vs. State of UP and 4 others. The petitioner, represented by Ashutosh Sharma and Nitesh Kumar Jauhari, brought the case to seek the removal of a country liquor shop…
Firing Outside Salman Khan's House: Bombay High Court Seeks Status Report On Investigation Into Custodial Death Of Accused
In a recent development at the Bombay High Court, Criminal Writ Petition (Stamp) No.11090 of 2024 has been filed by Rita Devi against The State of Maharashtra and Others regarding a case of custodial death. The case was heard in the Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction of the High Court. Key Points Highlighted by the…
Take Criminal Action Against Those Furnishing False Information For Obtaining Legal Heirship Certificate: Madras High Court
In a recent ruling, the Madras High Court, led by Justice S.M. Subramaniam, addressed a critical issue surrounding the issuance of Legal Heirship Certificates. The case, titled W.P.No.5399 of 2024, brings to light the deceptive practices some individuals employ to obtain these certificates falsely. Background and Case…
Court Grants Bail To 4 Persons Accused Of Issuing Fraudulent Halal Certificates, Hurting Religious Sentiments: Allahabad High Court
In a recent development, members of a private trust involved in the issuance of Halal certificates have been granted bail by the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, Lucknow Bench. The bail was granted in response to Criminal Misc. Bail Application No. 3340 of 2024, 3350 of 2024, 3355 of 2024, and 3357 of 2024,…
Section 357 CrPC, Payment Of Compensation To Victim Not A Factor To Reduce Convict's Sentence : Supreme Court
In a recent development, the Supreme Court of India has made significant modifications to a case involving Rajendra Bhagwanji Umraniya versus the State of Gujarat. The case revolves around several sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Gujarat Police Act. The appellant, Rajendra Bhagwanji Umraniya, originally…
Supreme Court Asks Meghalaya Govt To Issue Clear Instruction About Ban On 'Two-Finger' Test In Rape Cases
In a recent development, the Supreme Court of India has taken a strong stand against the outdated medical practice of conducting the "two-finger test" on victims of sexual assault. This action came during the hearing of a petition for Special Leave to Appeal (Crl.) No. 1481/2024, arising from a case dated 23-03-2023…
Court cautions advocate who appeared for VC hearing in colour shirt: Andhra Pradesh High Court
In a recent development at the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, a significant case regarding the substitution of parties following the demise of the Managing Director of a company has been brought to light. The proceedings under Criminal Petition Nos. 2246, 2261, and 2740 of 2020 witnessed arguments and concerns from…
