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Denies Parole in Victim's Village: POCSO Convict's Release Concerns Victim's Trauma: Rajasthan High Court
In a recent ruling by the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jodhpur, D.B. Criminal Writ Petition No. 199/2024, convict-petitioner Moti Ram, aged 48, currently serving time in High Security Jail, Ajmer, has been granted a second parole. The order, delivered on 28/02/2024 by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Dinesh Mehta and…
Love marriages leading to marital disputes: high court irretrievable breakdown of marriage must be made ground for divorce
In a significant legal development, a recent judgment under the Hindu Marriage Act has paved the way for divorce, recognizing the ground of irretrievable breakdown of marriage. The case, titled XXXXXXXXXX vs. YYYYYYYYYY, sheds light on the evolving dynamics of marital relationships and the need for legal reforms.…
Court Overturns CIC Decision on RTI, Protects Confidentiality of Tax Exemptions for Ram Mandir Trust: Delhi High Court
New Delhi, February 28, 2024: In a significant development, the Delhi High Court has quashed an order issued by the Central Information Commission (CIC) in response to a writ petition (W.P.(C) 340/2023) filed by the Central Public Information Officer (CPIO). The order, dated 30.11.2022, had directed the CPIO to…
Affirms Buyer's Right to Property Charge Under S.55(6)(b) TP Act in Case of Mutual Non-Performance: Kerala High Court
In a significant legal development, the Honorable Mr. Justice Sathish Ninan of the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam delivered a judgment on Tuesday, the 27th day of February 2024, addressing the matter of Ahammedkutty Bran v. Sukumaran & Another (RFA No. 349 of 2022). The case revolves around a dispute concerning the…
Quashes 'Attempt to Murder' Charge; Husband-Wife Settlement Resolves Dispute, No Serious Allegation To Attract Offence: Telangana High Court
In a significant development, the Hon'ble High Court of Telangana, under the purview of Justice K. Sujana, has quashed criminal proceedings in a case filed under Section 320(2) of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C). The case, bearing Criminal Petition No.9947 of 2023, revolves around a dispute between parties,…
Upholds Step-Father's Conviction For Rape Of Minor Daughter, Says Trial Court Ought To Have Awarded Compensation U/S 357A CrPC: Kerala High Court
Title: POCSO Act Empowers Courts to Compensate Victims in Landmark Case In a significant legal development, the Kerala High Court, in the judgment dated 1st March 2024, under Crl.A.No.673/2017, highlighted the pivotal role of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, emphasizing the obligation of…
POCSO Act, Mother Faces Legal Scrutiny for Allegedly Withholding Information on Bullying and Harassment: Punjab and Haryana High Court
In a recent court judgment, Justice Deepak Gupta of the [Place] High Court dismissed a petition filed by a mother, identified as 'Axx,' who sought to quash an application implicating her in a case related to the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The case revolves around allegations of bullying…
Exercise of Power under Section 319 of CrPC Must Precede Order of Acquittal in Cases of Joint Results: Madhya Pradesh High Court
Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh, 28th February 2024: In a significant development, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Indore, presided over by Hon'ble Justice Prem Narayan Singh, delivered a crucial order in Criminal Revision No. 3242 of 2023, concerning the case of Majid @ Bablu and Imran @ Ismile @ Bheru Khan versus The…
Former High Court Judge Alleges ₹2.5 Crore Scam: Deceived by Duo in Bogus BJP Electoral Bond Deal
In a shocking turn of events, retired High Court judge Justice DSR Varma has filed a criminal complaint alleging that he was duped of ₹2.5 crore by two individuals who promised to purchase electoral bonds for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on his behalf. Details: Former High Court judge Justice DSR Varma, who…
Karnataka High Court Establishes Guidelines for Reopening Property Tax Self-Assessment
In a significant development, the Karnataka High Court, under the provisions of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Act, 2020, has outlined a comprehensive procedure for the reassessment of property tax returns. The case, Writ Petition No. 1867 of 2024, was filed by Shariff Constructions, a registered…
