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Upholds Acquittal in S.138 NI Act Case, Finds Cheque Not Linked to Legally Enforceable Debt: Supreme Court
In a recent development, the Supreme Court of India reviewed a significant case under the Negotiable Instrument Act, 1881. The case, involving M/S Rajco Steel Enterprises versus Kavita Saraff and Another, pertained to cheque dishonour accusations. Case Details: The petitioner, M/S Rajco Steel Enterprises, filed four…
Court Quashes SCN Demanding GST On Ocean Freight On Transportation Of Goods From Outside India: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has quashed an unlawful tax demand issued by the Assistant Commissioner of State Tax in Writ Petition No. 15227 of 2023. The case, titled M/s. Agarwal Coal Corporation Pvt. Ltd. vs. The Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, revolves around a show cause notice dated 26…
Court Grants Summer Exemption from Black Coats for Advocates: Karnataka High Court
In a recent development, the Karnataka High Court has announced a temporary exemption for advocates practicing in District Courts and Trial Courts in the state from wearing black coats during the summer months. This exemption, effective from 18th April 2024 to 31st May 2024, comes as a relief following a…
Seat belt not fastened: NCDRC cancels compensation for non-deployment of airbag in car crash
New Delhi, April 2, 2024: In a significant ruling under Section 19 of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) resolved a case involving airbag deployment in Honda cars. Case Background: Ushat Gulgule, a resident of Mumbai, filed a complaint against Honda Cars…
Arbitral Award Can't Be Challenged U/S 47 CPC In Execution Proceedings: Allahabad High Court Imposes ₹5 Lakh Cost On State
In a recent judgment under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, Justice Shekhar B. Saraf delivered a landmark ruling emphasizing the criticality of finality in arbitral awards. The case, titled XYZ Corporation vs. ABC Corporation, revolved around the execution of an arbitral award and the repeated attempts by…
Man Granted Bail for Allegedly Abusing Lord Shri Ram on Facebook Messenger: Allahabad High Court
In a recent development, the Allahabad High Court has granted bail to Riyaz Alias Ovaisi in connection with Case Crime No.06 of 2024, under Sections 153-A, 295-A, 505(2) I.P.C. and Section 67 I.T. Act, filed at the Police Station Sureri, District Jaunpur. The bail application, bearing Neutral Citation No. -…
Supreme Court's Inquiry: Does S.156(3) CrPC Require Sanction for Investigation of Public Servants?
The Supreme Court of India recently convened to deliberate on a crucial legal question regarding the role of magistrates in directing criminal investigations. The matter, arising from a judgment in "Manju Surana vs. Sunil Arora & Ors." (2018) 5 SCC 557, centers on whether a magistrate, when directing an investigation…
Victim's False Minor Depiction Deemed Court Process Abuse, Urges Prompt Age Report in POCSO Cases: Allahabad High Court
In a recent judicial development, the Allahabad High Court has issued significant directives regarding the determination of a victim's age in cases falling under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012. The court's order, dated 16.4.2024, highlights crucial aspects related to medical…
Mother's Plea for Justice: Delhi Police Declines to Share Investigation Details in Faizan's Death
In a recent development at the Delhi High Court, Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani emphasized the urgency of a thorough investigation into the death of Faizan, as per Section 174 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The case, registered as W.P. (CRL) 2195/2020, has garnered attention for its implications on investigation…
If A Lover Commits Suicide Due To Love Failure, Lady Cannot Be Held For Abetment Of Suicide: Delhi High Court
In a recent judgment delivered on April 16, 2024, by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Amit Mahajan at the Delhi High Court, pre-arrest bail was granted in a case involving Section 306 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The case revolves around an alleged suicide prompted by instigation. Case Background: 1. FIR Details: The FIR,…
