Kerala High Court, presided over by Justice P.G. Ajithkumar, delivered a significant judgment, upholding the framing of charges under Section 306 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)
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"Conspiracy Can Be Established Through Circumstantial Evidence, Even in the Absence of Direct Proof" - Bombay High Court , in the case of Sunil Dharma Mane
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"State as a Welfare Entity Cannot Perfect Title Through Adverse Possession” - Supreme Court. On November 19, 2024, the Supreme Court of India delivered a significant
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"The Sessions Court Lacked Jurisdiction to Register and Decide MJC Prior to Committal of the Case" - Madhya Pradesh High Court held that the Sessions Court
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Ranchi, May 2024 – In a significant judgment, the High Court of Jharkhand at Ranchi has dismissed the appeals filed by workmen of UMI Special Steel
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Stringent scrutiny under Section 45 of the PMLA necessary to safeguard public interest in economic offences. On November 19, 2024, the Delhi High Court dismissed Siddharth
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The Supreme Court of India, on November 19, 2024, upheld the Jharkhand High Court's decision that disciplinary proceedings initiated against an SBI employee after his superannuation
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“Extension granted due to delays caused by COVID-19 pandemic and severe monsoon conditions, mandate extended until January 4, 2025.” The Himachal Pradesh High Court has
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Supreme Court of India reinstated an earlier Family Court order mandating interim maintenance of ₹1,75,000 per month to Dr. Rajiv Verghese’s estranged wife, Rose Chakkrammankkil Francis.
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In a significant judgment, the High Court at Calcutta has set aside the Tribunal’s order directing the grant of family pension to Smt. Sandhya Ghosh, a
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Exclusive Jurisdiction Clause Governs Post-Award Proceedings; Bombay High Court Retains Jurisdiction Over Arbitration Petition - Bombay High Court, with a bench comprising Justices M.S. Sonak and Jitendra S.
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"Limitation is a Mixed Question of Fact and Law Requiring Evidence" – Allahabad HC Clarifies. On November 18, 2024, the Allahabad High Court dismissed an appeal and upholding
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Punjab and Haryana High Court quashed the cancellation of the Gram Panchayat Sarpanch election for Pona village, Ludhiana, and directed the immediate resumption of the election process. The
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Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment affirming the validity of a 1963 settlement deed. The Court ruled that acts of familial care and promises of continued
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"Long separation, false criminal cases, and irretrievable breakdown of the marriage constitute cruelty and desertion under the Hindu Marriage Act, leaving no purpose in continuing the marital relationship."
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Punjab & Haryana High Court delivered a significant judgment upheld the Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal's (CESTAT) decision permitting the re-export of substandard Areca Nuts imported
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“Grant of Approval Under Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act Valid”: Karnataka High Court Dismisses Writ Petitions. In a significant judgment, the Karnataka High Court, presided over
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Kerala High Court acquitted four accused convicted of gang rape, citing significant inconsistencies in the survivor’s testimony, lack of corroborative evidence, and procedural lapses in the investigation. Justices
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High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, through Justice M.A. Chowdhary, dismissed a habeas corpus petition filed by Manpreet Singh @ Sartaj in Habeas Corpus Petition No.
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Justice Kainthla emphasizes importance of prima facie evidence and due process in rejecting petition to quash FIR in assault case.
The High Court of Himachal Pradesh
"State as a Welfare Entity Cannot Perfect Title Through Adverse Possession” - Supreme Court. On November 19, 2024, the Supreme Court of India delivered a significant
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The Supreme Court of India, on November 19, 2024, upheld the Jharkhand High Court's decision that disciplinary proceedings initiated against an SBI employee after his superannuation
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Supreme Court of India reinstated an earlier Family Court order mandating interim maintenance of ₹1,75,000 per month to Dr. Rajiv Verghese’s estranged wife, Rose Chakkrammankkil Francis.
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Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment affirming the validity of a 1963 settlement deed. The Court ruled that acts of familial care and promises of continued
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On November 18, 2024, the Supreme Court of India addressing procedural lapses in disciplinary proceedings under the Uttar Pradesh Government Servants (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1999. The Court
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On November 18, 2024, the Supreme Court of India, in a landmark decision, ruled in favor of work-charge employees. The Court held that the period of service rendered
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"Compassionate appointment is not a vested right; it is aimed at addressing immediate financial hardship following the death of a government employee," ruled the Supreme Court.
On November 13,
Supreme Court of India, in the landmark judgment Shyam Kumar Inani & Ors. v. Vinod Agrawal & Ors., restored the Trial Court’s decree favoring specific performance for six
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“Accusations Do Not Justify Demolitions: Due Process Is Essential,” Rules Supreme Court. On November 15, 2024, the Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment in
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Subheadline: High Court’s order quashing entire complaint modified; case to proceed against Managing Director and Company
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has modified the High Court’s
Candidates with Benchmark Disabilities Must Be Given Fair Representation Across Categories, Rules Supreme Court. On October 25, 2024, the Supreme Court of India, comprising Justices J.B.
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The Supreme Court, in a landmark decision dismissed a fresh application for arbitration, filed under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, by M/s Shahaji Bhanudas
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High Court Erred in Blocking Fresh Inquiry Despite Serious Charges, Rules Supreme Court. On October 22, 2024, the Supreme Court of India, in UT of
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Supreme Court of India delivered a significant judgment in International Seaport Dredging Pvt. Ltd. vs. Kamarajar Port Limited, addressing the conditions for staying the enforcement of
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Supreme Court of India issued a significant judgment in M/s Arif Azim Co. Ltd. v. M/s Micromax Informatics FZE, ruling that Dubai, not India, held exclusive
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In a significant decision impacting India’s customs and revenue enforcement framework, the Supreme Court on November 7, 2024, ruled that officers of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI)
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On November 8, 2024, the Supreme Court of India upheld a High Court decision to remand a final decree suit concerning the dissolution of a partnership
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On November 8, 2024, the Supreme Court of India, comprising Chief Justice Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud and Justice Manoj Misra, delivered a significant ruling. The Court allowed
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On November 8, 2024, a three-judge bench of the Supreme Court of India, comprising Chief Justice Dr. Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud, Justice J.B. Pardiwala, and Justice Manoj Misra,
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Supreme Court of India delivered a significant judgment reaffirming the standards for establishing medical negligence. The Court held that the mere worsening of a patient’s condition
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Kerala High Court, presided over by Justice P.G. Ajithkumar, delivered a significant judgment, upholding the framing of charges under Section 306 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)
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"Conspiracy Can Be Established Through Circumstantial Evidence, Even in the Absence of Direct Proof" - Bombay High Court , in the case of Sunil Dharma Mane
read more
"The Sessions Court Lacked Jurisdiction to Register and Decide MJC Prior to Committal of the Case" - Madhya Pradesh High Court held that the Sessions Court
read more
Ranchi, May 2024 – In a significant judgment, the High Court of Jharkhand at Ranchi has dismissed the appeals filed by workmen of UMI Special Steel
read more
Stringent scrutiny under Section 45 of the PMLA necessary to safeguard public interest in economic offences. On November 19, 2024, the Delhi High Court dismissed Siddharth
read more
“Extension granted due to delays caused by COVID-19 pandemic and severe monsoon conditions, mandate extended until January 4, 2025.” The Himachal Pradesh High Court has
read more
In a significant judgment, the High Court at Calcutta has set aside the Tribunal’s order directing the grant of family pension to Smt. Sandhya Ghosh, a
read more
Exclusive Jurisdiction Clause Governs Post-Award Proceedings; Bombay High Court Retains Jurisdiction Over Arbitration Petition - Bombay High Court, with a bench comprising Justices M.S. Sonak and Jitendra S.
read more
"Limitation is a Mixed Question of Fact and Law Requiring Evidence" – Allahabad HC Clarifies. On November 18, 2024, the Allahabad High Court dismissed an appeal and upholding
read more
Punjab and Haryana High Court quashed the cancellation of the Gram Panchayat Sarpanch election for Pona village, Ludhiana, and directed the immediate resumption of the election process. The
read more
"Long separation, false criminal cases, and irretrievable breakdown of the marriage constitute cruelty and desertion under the Hindu Marriage Act, leaving no purpose in continuing the marital relationship."
read more
Punjab & Haryana High Court delivered a significant judgment upheld the Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal's (CESTAT) decision permitting the re-export of substandard Areca Nuts imported
read more
“Grant of Approval Under Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act Valid”: Karnataka High Court Dismisses Writ Petitions. In a significant judgment, the Karnataka High Court, presided over
read more
Kerala High Court acquitted four accused convicted of gang rape, citing significant inconsistencies in the survivor’s testimony, lack of corroborative evidence, and procedural lapses in the investigation. Justices
read more
High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, through Justice M.A. Chowdhary, dismissed a habeas corpus petition filed by Manpreet Singh @ Sartaj in Habeas Corpus Petition No.
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Justice Kainthla emphasizes importance of prima facie evidence and due process in rejecting petition to quash FIR in assault case.
The High Court of Himachal Pradesh
Karnataka High Court, presided over by Justice H.P. Sandesh, disposed of an appeal challenging an interim order passed by the Trial Court in a dispute involving the
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Jharkhand High Court has upheld the conviction of a husband and his in-laws under Section 498-A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for cruelty and dowry
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“To allow pension but deny increments for the same service would violate principles of equality and consistency” – Himachal Pradesh High Court Himachal Pradesh High Court, in the
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Calcutta High Court dismissed a revision application challenging the refusal to discharge the petitioner, an executive director of Amrit Projects Ltd., from criminal proceedings initiated by
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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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