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In a sharp rebuke, the Supreme Court castigated the States of Bihar, Jharkhand, and Kerala for their lack of action on prison overcrowding in its May 14 order. The highest court in the land has had enough. Fed up with the indifference of State governments and Union Territories toward fixing overcrowded prisons, the Supreme Court … Read more
A Mumbai Court has fined a 65-year-old man ₹30,000 after he was found guilty of kicking a female dog to death. The accused, Kailash Singh, was convicted under Section 429 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Sections 11(1)(a) and 11(1)(1) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 (PCA Act). Judge Ruchi Bhagat … Read more
In a crucial hearing on Tuesday, the Kerala High Court demanded both State and Central authorities to disclose the measures taken for the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman, commonly known as the mid-day meal scheme, in government-aided schools. This inquiry stemmed from a petition highlighting the financial burden placed on school principals … Read more
In a recent move, the Uttarakhand High Court urged the state to reconsider the practice of arresting minors simply for going on dates. The court suggested that offering guidance rather than punishment might be a more effective approach. A panel comprising Chief Justice Ritu Bahari and Justice Rakesh Thapliyal voiced this opinion, highlighting the potential … Read more
In a scathing rebuke, the Supreme Court underscored the fundamental right to a speedy trial, chastising the Orissa High Court for its recent bail order. The petitioner, held since May 2022 on cannabis-related charges under the NDPS Act, was granted only two months of bail despite the trial’s slow progress—merely one witness examined so far. … Read more
In a powerful move, Khaitan & Co, a heavyweight in the legal arena, has turbocharged its employment practice by bringing aboard two star Partners. Avik Biswas will now grace the Bengaluru office with his presence, while Vaibhav Bhardwaj anchors the Delhi stronghold. Amar Sinhji, the firm’s Executive Director of Human Resources, beamed with pride, stating, … Read more
After a brief hiatus, Pranav Sharma is stepping back into the esteemed halls of Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM) as an Equity Partner in their Finance Practice, based in Mumbai. With a stellar 23-year career in banking, finance, and debt capital markets, Pranav is a heavyweight in the legal arena, renowned for his expertise and global … Read more
On July 3, 2024, the Ministry of Law and Justice announced a significant shift within the Kerala High Court. Justice Muhamed Mustaque Ayumantakath, the senior-most judge, is set to assume the role of Acting Chief Justice. This move follows the retirement of Justice Ashish Jitendra Desai, who will leave his position on July 4, 2024. … Read more
In a recent ruling, the Rajasthan High Court addressed a situation where a Lok Adalat dismissed a case due to a party’s refusal to acknowledge its jurisdiction. Lok Adalats and Their Jurisdiction The court clarified that Lok Adalats do not possess the authority to dismiss cases merely because one or more parties refuse to appear … Read more
The Kerala High Court has mandated the swift appointment of CV Prakash, Additional Secretary in the State’s Home Department, as the new Devaswom Commissioner for the Travancore Devaswom Board, setting a two-week deadline for formal orders to be issued. In a recent ruling, Justices Anil K Narendran and Harisankar V Menon observed the vacancy in … Read more
