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Court calls for action against judge over failure to ensure presence of accused in 2018 case: Allahabad High Court
The Background: The Allahabad High Court recently addressed an application under Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code, filed by Vishwanath Agarwal and another person, regarding the quashing of proceedings in Criminal Case No.1912 of 2018. The case arose from an incident under Section 3/7 of the Essential…
Cross Cases Shall Be Tried By The Same Court To Deter Conflicting Judgements On Similar Set Of Facts: Kerala High Court
In a significant development, the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam, presided by Mr. Justice K. Babu, delivered a judgment on Monday, the 18th of March 2024, regarding OP(CRL.) NO. 235 OF 2024. The case pertained to an appeal against the order dated 17.11.2023 in C.M.P.No.4516/2023 in ST NO.977 OF 2022 of Judicial…
Suicide abetment case cannot be quashed on mere settlement between parties: Kerala High Court
In a recent development at the High Court of Kerala in Ernakulam, Justice A. Badharudeen presided over a significant criminal miscellaneous case involving Section 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The case, Crl.M.C No. 492 of 2024, revolves around allegations of abetment of suicide under Section 306 of the Indian…
Upholds Life Sentence For Man Who Repeatedly Raped Minor Daughter: Chhattisgarh High Court
In a recent development under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, a father has been found guilty of repeatedly raping his minor daughter. This case, which underscores the gravity of crimes against minors, has resulted in a significant legal outcome. The case involves a young girl named Maya…
Court Quashes Demand Notice And Assessment Order In Absence Of Any Claim Not Forming Part Of Resolution Plan: Gujarat High Court
In a significant legal development, the Gujarat High Court, in the case of Surya Exim Limited Thro Director Bhawani Singh Versus Union Of India & Ors., delivered a judgment on January 23, 2024, specifically addressing the approval of a resolution plan under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. Case Details: The…
Refund More Than 10% Of Tax As Determined On Regular Assessment, CEAT Entitled To Interest On Refund Of Rs. 5.24 Cr: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has resolved a long-standing dispute regarding interest on refunds in Income Tax Appeal No.320 of 2003. The case pertains to Ceat Limited challenging an order passed by the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal, Mumbai Bench concerning the grant of interest under Section 244A of…
Court Clears Sapna Choudhary's Passport Renewal, Sets Aside Magistrate Court's Refusal of NOC: Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court recently ruled in favor of Ms. Sapna Choudhary, an artist facing criminal charges, in a case pertaining to the renewal of her passport. The court's decision highlights the intersection of fundamental rights and legal procedures under the Passports Act, 1967. Key Points from the Order: 1.…
Money Laundering Case, Court Quashes ₹2.5 Crore Deposit Condition Imposed For Grant Of Anticipatory Bail: Allahabad High Court
In a recent development at the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, the anticipatory bail order granted to Meena Anand under Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code has come under scrutiny. The court, led by Hon'ble Justice Sanjay Kumar Singh, has made a significant decision regarding the conditions imposed on…
Smelling Alcohol in Breath Insufficient to Prove Contributory Negligence; Blood Alcohol Level Must Be Assessed in Road Accident Cases: Madras High Court
In a recent judgment dated 16.04.2024, the Honourable Mr. Justice N. Anand Venkatesh of the Madras High Court, in CMA No.2494 of 2022, addressed the appeal for enhancement of compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Case Background Mr. Ramesh, the appellant, had filed a claim petition after a road accident on…
Supreme Court Seeks Early Decision on Sanction Requirement for Investigation Against Public Servants Under Section 156(3) CrPC
In a significant development in the legal sphere, the Supreme Court of India, comprising Hon'ble Mr. Justice C.T. Ravikumar and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Rajesh Bindal, took up the matter of Shamim Khan vs. Debashish Chakrabarty & Ors. This case delves into a crucial question concerning the role of magistrates when…
