The High Court dismissed the petition challenging the Industrial Tribunal's ruling that excluded the petitioner from protection under the Industrial Disputes Act due to his supervisory role and
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Subheadline: Convictions under Sections 143, 147, 148, 302, and 302 r/w Section 149 IPC upheld despite alleged investigative lapses.
Introduction:
The Kerala High Court has upheld the
Post-Violation Compliance Can Mitigate Proceedings Under Environmental Laws, Punjab and Haryana High Court addressed the issue of prosecuting environmental law violations under the Water (Prevention and Control of
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Freedom of Speech Includes Legitimate Criticism, But Within Legal Bounds - Punjab & Haryana High Court has granted anticipatory bail to Manjinder Singh alias Manjinder Makha, who was
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Madras High Court quashed an FIR registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, and related provisions of the IPC against K. Shiva Kumar, a former Commissioner of
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The High Court of Kerala dismissed the State’s revision petitions challenging the cancellation of a penalty imposed on Petrolink Data Services (P) Ltd. The bench, comprising Dr. Justice
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The Punjab & Haryana High Court has ruled that the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) wrongly rejected candidates for police constable posts under the Backward Class (BC) reservation
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Failure to Challenge Prior Sale Deeds Fatal to Suit Seeking Possession of Ancestral Property. In a significant ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court dismissed a suit for
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In a significant ruling Madras High Court dismissed a batch of writ petitions filed by Sachin Bansal and others, challenging a show cause notice issued by the Enforcement
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States Cannot Ignore Eligible Convicts for Remission, Even Without an Application - In a landmark decision Supreme Court of India laid down crucial guidelines on the remission
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Criminal Proceedings Against Journalists Cannot Be Sustained Without Direct Evidence of Defamation, Rules Supreme Court In a resounding judgment reaffirming the freedom of the press and
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In a significant ruling Kerala High Court dismissed a habeas corpus petition challenging the preventive detention of Muhammed Muneer under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 2007 (KAAPA).
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The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has ruled that when a defendant presents a plausible defense in a recovery suit, the trial court cannot impose a
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In a significant ruling Delhi High Court reaffirmed the principle that an able-bodied husband cannot shirk his legal and moral responsibility to provide maintenance for his wife and
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Employment Cannot Be Denied Based on a Pending Criminal Case If Acquittal Has Been Granted – Bombay High Court struck down the wrongful termination of a teacher whose
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In a landmark decision Punjab and Haryana High Court quashed a Single Judge's contempt order imposing ₹50,000 costs on the appellants and continuing with contempt proceedings despite an
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The Punjab and Haryana High Court has set aside the conviction of Yatender Pal, who was sentenced to life imprisonment under Section 302 IPC, along with punishments under
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Government Cannot Be Bound by an Unauthorized NOC—Illegal Grants Can Be Withdrawn Anytime – Supreme Court, in a significant ruling , held that a No
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Misconduct Constituting an Offence Involving Moral Turpitude is Sufficient to Forfeit Gratuity –Supreme Court ruled that gratuity can be forfeited for misconduct constituting an offence
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No Maintenance Claims After Full and Final Alimony – Supreme Court in a crucial ruling made it unequivocally clear that once a lump sum permanent alimony
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States Cannot Ignore Eligible Convicts for Remission, Even Without an Application - In a landmark decision Supreme Court of India laid down crucial guidelines on the remission
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Criminal Proceedings Against Journalists Cannot Be Sustained Without Direct Evidence of Defamation, Rules Supreme Court In a resounding judgment reaffirming the freedom of the press and
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Government Cannot Be Bound by an Unauthorized NOC—Illegal Grants Can Be Withdrawn Anytime – Supreme Court, in a significant ruling , held that a No
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Misconduct Constituting an Offence Involving Moral Turpitude is Sufficient to Forfeit Gratuity –Supreme Court ruled that gratuity can be forfeited for misconduct constituting an offence
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No Maintenance Claims After Full and Final Alimony – Supreme Court in a crucial ruling made it unequivocally clear that once a lump sum permanent alimony
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Tax Credit Once Earned Cannot Be Retroactively Reduced - Supreme Court declared Rule 21(8) of the Punjab Value Added Tax (VAT) Rules, 2005, which sought to limit
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Once Compensation is Delayed, Interest at 12% Becomes a Legal Mandate – Supreme Court ruled that interest on delayed compensation under the Employee’s Compensation Act,
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Rebates Were Revoked Due to Financial Constraints; Industrial Consumers Cannot Claim Perpetual Benefits - Supreme Court Rejects Appeal Against Demand Notices. In a significant ruling on February 14,
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In a crucial ruling Supreme Court of India upheld the impounding of an agreement to sell under the Bombay Stamp Act, 1958, dismissing an appeal that sought exemption
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In a landmark judgment on February 14, 2025, the Supreme Court of India upheld the rights of a dismissed bus driver, condemning the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation
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In a decisive ruling Supreme Court of India dismissed the appeal filed by Sahakarmaharshi Bhausaheb Thorat Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana Ltd., rejecting its claim for ₹68.15 lakhs in damages
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In a significant property dispute ruling Supreme Court of India set aside a Karnataka High Court judgment that had upheld a suit filed by former students of a
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In a strongly worded judgment delivered on February 14, 2025, the Supreme Court of India acquitted Vinod @ Nasmulla, who had spent decades battling a conviction under Sections
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In a significant ruling Supreme Court of India set aside the forfeiture of ₹15.04 crores bid security in a case involving M/s. ABCI Infrastructures Pvt. Ltd. and the
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In a landmark decision Supreme Court of India granted bail to Tapas Kumar Palit, an undertrial accused charged under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA). The bench
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Pollution is a Continuing Wrong Until the Damage is Reversed – Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark ruling in the case of Vellore District Environment Monitoring Committee
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The Offence of Money Laundering is a Threat to National Security and Economic Stability—Bail Requires Higher Scrutiny – Supreme Court , In a significant ruling set aside
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"In a case based on circumstantial evidence, the prosecution must establish a complete chain of circumstances pointing solely to the guilt of the accused" – Supreme
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In a major ruling Supreme Court of India held that Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) was in breach of its contractual obligations and, therefore, had
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In a significant ruling Supreme Court of India held that the imposition of penalty under Section 271AAA of the Income Tax Act, 1961 is not automatic
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The High Court dismissed the petition challenging the Industrial Tribunal's ruling that excluded the petitioner from protection under the Industrial Disputes Act due to his supervisory role and
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Subheadline: Convictions under Sections 143, 147, 148, 302, and 302 r/w Section 149 IPC upheld despite alleged investigative lapses.
Introduction:
The Kerala High Court has upheld the
Post-Violation Compliance Can Mitigate Proceedings Under Environmental Laws, Punjab and Haryana High Court addressed the issue of prosecuting environmental law violations under the Water (Prevention and Control of
read more
Freedom of Speech Includes Legitimate Criticism, But Within Legal Bounds - Punjab & Haryana High Court has granted anticipatory bail to Manjinder Singh alias Manjinder Makha, who was
read more
Madras High Court quashed an FIR registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, and related provisions of the IPC against K. Shiva Kumar, a former Commissioner of
read more
The High Court of Kerala dismissed the State’s revision petitions challenging the cancellation of a penalty imposed on Petrolink Data Services (P) Ltd. The bench, comprising Dr. Justice
read more
The Punjab & Haryana High Court has ruled that the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) wrongly rejected candidates for police constable posts under the Backward Class (BC) reservation
read more
Failure to Challenge Prior Sale Deeds Fatal to Suit Seeking Possession of Ancestral Property. In a significant ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court dismissed a suit for
read more
In a significant ruling Madras High Court dismissed a batch of writ petitions filed by Sachin Bansal and others, challenging a show cause notice issued by the Enforcement
read more
In a significant ruling Kerala High Court dismissed a habeas corpus petition challenging the preventive detention of Muhammed Muneer under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 2007 (KAAPA).
read more
The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has ruled that when a defendant presents a plausible defense in a recovery suit, the trial court cannot impose a
read more
In a significant ruling Delhi High Court reaffirmed the principle that an able-bodied husband cannot shirk his legal and moral responsibility to provide maintenance for his wife and
read more
Employment Cannot Be Denied Based on a Pending Criminal Case If Acquittal Has Been Granted – Bombay High Court struck down the wrongful termination of a teacher whose
read more
In a landmark decision Punjab and Haryana High Court quashed a Single Judge's contempt order imposing ₹50,000 costs on the appellants and continuing with contempt proceedings despite an
read more
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has set aside the conviction of Yatender Pal, who was sentenced to life imprisonment under Section 302 IPC, along with punishments under
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The High Court of Punjab & Haryana recently dismissed a criminal revision petition filed by RTI activist Harinder Dhingra against Haryana Cabinet Minister Narbir Singh, rejecting claims of
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The Kerala High Court, in a recent judgment delivered on August 22, 2024, upheld an order for the attachment of retiral benefits of a former bank manager by
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Once a View is Accepted, Revenue Cannot Depart Without Justification – Delhi High Court Warns Against Arbitrary Taxation and ruled that tax authorities cannot arbitrarily change their stance
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Encroachers Cannot Create Title Disputes Through Forged Documents—Possession and Ownership Must Be Protected – Bombay High Court held that property owners cannot be forced to file a suit
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Punjab and Haryana High Court, presided over by Justice Sureshwar Thakur and Justice Sudeepi Sharma, delivered a landmark judgment in Virender Singh v. State of Haryana and Another,
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The Civil Procedure Code (CPC) of 1908 is a comprehensive statute that governs the procedure to be followed in civil courts in India. It aims to consolidate
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Access to justice is a fundamental human right, yet for many, especially those from marginalized communities, this right remains elusive. Recognizing this, the National Legal Services Authority
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The Specific Relief Act, 1963 is one of the foundational statutes in Indian civil law that provides a unique set of remedies where mere monetary compensation for
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The Indian legal system, with its roots in colonial jurisprudence, has evolved over centuries to form a robust and intricate system of justice. One of the cornerstones
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The Juvenile Justice system in India has evolved significantly over the years, reflecting the changing societal values and international commitments towards the rights of children. The Juvenile
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Cross-examination is a critical component of the adversarial legal system, particularly in India, where it serves as a powerful tool for truth discovery. The process allows the
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