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Court rejects plea challenging normalisation procedure adopted for JEE Mains: Delhi High Court
In a recent judgment, the Delhi High Court, led by Hon'ble Mr. Justice C. Hari Shankar, addressed the concerns raised by a student, Setu Vinit Goenka, regarding the percentile-based normalization process adopted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main. CASE DETAILS: 1.…
Supreme Court: Postpone Summons Until Police Report Received After Magistrate Invokes S.202 CrPC
In a significant development, the Honorable Supreme Court, consisting of Justice Abhay S. Oka and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan, delivered a noteworthy judgment in Criminal Appeal No. 776 of 2024, setting a precedent regarding the quashing of a complaint under Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.PC). The judgment,…
POCSO Case Allegations Found False: The judgment acknowledged the petitioner's clean antecedent and the potential falsity of the allegations.
In a recent judgment by Honorable Justice Rajesh Kumar Verma, the Patna High Court granted bail to Vivek Kumar @ Baua @ Bablu Kumar Sah in connection with POCSO Case No.53 of 2020. The case, arising out of Saharsa P.S. Case No.914 of 2020, involved serious charges under Sections 363, 366 (A) of the Indian Penal Code…
Orders KPTCL to Encash Retired Employee's Privilege Leave, Affirming Equivalence of Tubectomy & Vasectomy for Maternity Benefits: Karnataka high court
In a significant ruling, the Karnataka High Court, under the jurisdiction of the Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sachin Shankar Magadum, has delivered a judgment on a writ petition filed by Smt. A. Alice against Karnataka Transmission Corporation Limited. The case, bearing Writ Petition No.33653 of 2014 (S-RES), revolves around…
Court Releases 'Attempt To Murder' Convicts On Probation In 33 Yrs Old Case: Law Doesn't Bar Benefit Of Probation To Convict Above 21 Yrs Age
In a recent judgment by Justice Ganesh Ram Meena, the Rajasthan High Court has applied the Probation of Offenders Act, 1958 in a case involving an attempted murder. The case, bearing Criminal Appeal No. 483/1993, revolves around the appellants, Mr. Nawal Kishore and Mr. Rajesh, who were convicted under Section 307…
Supreme Court Acquits Husband in Abetment Case 30 Years After Wife's Suicide in a Swift 10-Minute Verdict
Indian Penal Code Section 306: Acquittal in Abetment of Suicide Case In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has acquitted Naresh Kumar, the appellant accused, in a case involving Section 306 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The case revolved around the alleged abetment of suicide by his wife, Rani.…
Court Denies Bail, Conditions U/S 42 NDPS Act Don't Apply To Search Of Private Vehicle 'In Transit': Gauhati High Court
Title: Landmark Judgment in the Matter of Marriage Dissolution under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act In a groundbreaking ruling, the court has delivered a significant judgment in the matter of marriage dissolution under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act. This decision brings clarity and sets a precedent for…
Section 364A of IPC: Kidnapping for Ransom - Supreme Court Quashes Conviction, Holds Appellants Guilty of Lesser Offence under Section 363
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India, under the Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction, has quashed the conviction of William Stephen, the appellant, and held him guilty of a lesser offence under Section 363 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. The judgment, delivered by Justice Abhay S. Oka on February 21, 2024,…
Court Rejects Successive Habeas Corpus Petition on Same Detention Order Despite New Grounds: Kerala High Court
In a recent judgment dated February 20, 2024, the Kerala High Court, comprising the Honorable Mr. Justice A. Muhamed Mustaque and Mrs. Justice Shoba Annamma Eapen, dismissed a writ petition challenging a detention order under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 2007 (KAA(P)A). The case, W.P(CRL.) No.…
Legal Representatives Protected: Rajasthan High Court Bars Inquiry or Recovery Proceedings Against Deceased Persons
In a significant judgment, the Rajasthan High Court, Jaipur bench, has ruled on the legal issue of whether recovery proceedings can be initiated against a deceased person or their legal representatives. The case, titled Nand Lal Raigar and Kisna Raigar vs. State of Rajasthan and Others, dealt with the recovery notices…
