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Arvind Kejriwal In Jail As Per Judicial Orders, ECI Has No Jurisdiction Over Rights Of Undertrials In Judicial Custody: Delhi High Court
Delhi High Court, May 1, 2024: In a recent judgment, the Delhi High Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Amarjeet Gupta, represented by Md. Imran Ahmad, Mr. Gufran Khan, and Ms. Ariana Ahluwalia, Advocates, against the Election Commission of India (ECI) and others. The case, titled W.P.(C)…
Imposing Multiple Punishments Cumulatively On Workman For One Single Act Violates Principle Of Double Jeopardy: Punjab And Haryana High Court
Background: Ghanshyam Dass, a former conductor with Haryana Roadways, Karnal, has been embroiled in a legal dispute since his dismissal from service in 1980. The issue revolves around allegations of not issuing tickets to passengers, leading to a loss to the government. Key Points from the Order: 1. Nature of Dispute:…
No Wrongdoing Can Be Attributed To Consensual Sexual Acts Between Adults Regardless Of Their Marital Status: Delhi High Court
In a recent decision dated April 29, 2024, the High Court of Delhi granted bail to Sunny alias Ravi Kumar in Bail Application No. 3580/2023 under Section 439 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC). The case involves serious allegations under Sections 376 (rape), 354D (stalking), and 506 (criminal intimidation)…
Industrial Disputes Act Time Consumed In Proceedings At Forum Lacking Jurisdiction Is Excluded From Limitation Period: Himachal Pradesh High Court
In a recent judgment, the High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, ruled on a case involving a dispute under the Industrial Disputes Act. Background: Ranjeet Singh, the petitioner, contested an order by the Industrial Tribunal-cum-Labour Court-I, Chandigarh, dated 30.11.2022. The order dismissed a miscellaneous…
Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, Plea Of Juvenility Can Be Raised At Any Stage Even After Disposal Of Case : Supreme Court
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has directed a thorough inquiry into the age determination of Rahul Kumar Yadav, a key figure in a criminal appeal case under Criminal Appeal No. 177 of 2018 and Criminal Appeal No. 214 of 2018. The case involves complex legal arguments surrounding the Juvenile…
Supreme Court Directs Minimum 1/3rd Women's Reservation In Supreme Court Bar Association Posts From 2024 Elections
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has issued a detailed order regarding reforms in the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA). The order, dated 02-05-2024, comes after a series of discussions and considerations regarding the functioning and structure of the SCBA. Background of the Case The case…
Non-Bailable Warrants Shouldn't Be Issued Unless Accused Charged With Heinous Crime Is Likely To Abscond Or Destroy Evidence: Supreme Court
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has delivered a judgment in the Criminal Appeal arising out of Special Leave Petition (Criminal) No. 1074 of 2017 and others, concerning an alleged fraud case in Uttar Pradesh. Here's a detailed breakdown of the judgment and its implications: Background of the Case:…
Section 205 CrPC, Court Can Exempt Accused From Personal Appearance Before Grant Of Bail : Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India has recently issued a detailed judgment granting relief in several criminal cases originating from Uttar Pradesh. The judgments, delivered on May 1, 2024, by Justices Sanjiv Khanna and S.V.N. Bhatti, involve crucial considerations of anticipatory bail, summoning orders, and the issuance of…
Section 138 NI Act: Supreme Court Sets Aside HC Decision Allowing Amendment Of Cheque Date Mentioned In Complaint
The Supreme Court recently concluded a significant case regarding amendments to a cheque date in a criminal matter. The case, titled Munish Kumar Gupta v. M/S Mittal Trading Company, centered around a complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 and Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860.…
Worklady's Termination Ruled Illegal under Section 25-F of the Industrial Disputes Act: Punjab And Haryana High Court
The recent decision by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Vashisth in M/S Creative Edge Men’s Wear Pvt. Ltd. vs. The Presiding Officer Industrial Tribunal-CumLabour Court has brought attention to the protection of workers' rights under the Industrial Disputes Act of 1947. Background of the Case M/S Creative Edge Men’s Wear…
