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The Supreme Court has handed down a ₹10,00,000 (Ten Lakh Rupees) penalty to the Madhya Pradesh Government for failing to comply with a High Court order, which had directed the state to appoint a contract-based ‘Samvida Shikshak’. The apex court has ordered that the fine be recovered from the officials responsible for the deliberate, illegal, … Read more
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court emphasized the importance of providing decent and respectful last rites for the deceased, equating it to the rights individuals hold during their lifetime. The court’s remarks came while addressing a public interest litigation concerning the shortage of burial grounds in Mumbai. A Bench comprising Chief Justice DK … Read more
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana to keep a close watch on a lawyer’s conduct following his involvement in a case concerning religious sentiments. This directive came after the court quashed a 2019 First Information Report (FIR) against Pritpaljit Singh Sangha, who was accused of posting … Read more
In a significant move for the aviation industry, the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in Chandigarh has approved the merger of AIX Connect Pvt Ltd., owner of Air Asia Airlines, with Air India Express Ltd. This amalgamation, sanctioned under sections 230 to 232 of the Companies Act, 2013, received the green light following approvals from … Read more
In a bid to combat the escalating pollution in the Periyar River, the Kerala High Court has mandated the creation of an expert committee to devise effective solutions. The directive was issued on Monday by a division bench comprising Chief Justice AJ Desai and Justice VG Arun, who emphasized the urgent need for action. The … Read more
The Karnataka Prohibition of Violence against Advocates Act, 2023 (KPVA Act), officially took effect on June 10. Under this new law, anyone found guilty of committing an offence against a lawyer faces a prison term ranging from six months to three years, a fine of ₹1 lakh, or both. Advocates often face threats and malicious … Read more
In the latest reshuffling, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Cabinet for 2024 brings together a diverse group of ministers with impressive backgrounds. Here’s a detailed overview of the key members and their portfolios: Narendra Modi Prime Minister Additional Responsibilities: Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions; Department of Atomic Energy; Department of Space; all important policy … Read more
The Supreme Court has underscored the necessity of providing both the prosecution and the defense an opportunity to recall or re-examine witnesses when charges are altered. This ruling, rooted in Section 217 of the Cr.P.C., emphasizes that reasons for such alterations must be meticulously recorded in the judgment. “A Court may alter or add to … Read more
The Supreme Court has ordered a man accused of sexually assaulting his 9-year-old daughter to undergo a medical examination, highlighting his refusal as a sign of non-cooperation with the investigation. The directive came in response to a petition from the victim’s mother challenging the Karnataka High Court’s decision to stay a police notice requiring the … Read more
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has ruled that the principle of res judicata, which prevents the same issues from being litigated more than once between the same parties, may not strictly apply when public interest is at stake. This ruling came during a judgment favoring the Delhi government in a series … Read more
