In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court emphasized a crucial aspect of property ownership: knowing the rightful owner. The case underscored that merely claiming adverse possession isn’t sufficient if the claimant fails to establish both the identity of the actual owner and uninterrupted possession for over 12 years, known to the original owner. The bench, …
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In a recent verdict, the Supreme Court delivered a significant clarification regarding the incorporation of arbitration clauses from one contract into another. Dismissing the general reference approach, the Court emphasized the necessity of a specific mention within the main contract to adopt an arbitration clause from another contract. Contrary to the High Court’s ruling, the …
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In a groundbreaking verdict, the Supreme Court has mandated the Indian Army to provide a substantial compensation of Rs. 50,00,000/- to a former army havaldar, whose service was unjustly terminated following a misdiagnosis of HIV positivity. The case revolves around the wrongful dismissal of the ex-army havaldar, who was erroneously diagnosed with AIDS, leading to …
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court meticulously outlined pivotal considerations for determining the duration of sentences for convicts before they could seek remission. Delivered by a triumvirate of Judges comprising B.R Gavai, K.V Vishwanathan, and Sandeep Mehta, the judgment elucidated multifarious factors pivotal to the judicial process. Central to the discourse were the intricate …
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In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has extended a compassionate plea to High Courts, urging them to respect the choices of couples in matters of habeas corpus petitions and petitions for police protection. The judiciary’s role, the Court emphasized, should be one of sincere empathy and understanding, refraining from imposing subjective views on individuals’ …
In a significant move, the Supreme Court has initiated the practice of anonymizing the identities of accused individuals in judgments that invalidate rape allegations deemed false. The decision, unveiled on March 18, saw the Court dismiss an FIR against an individual accused of rape under the guise of false promises of marriage. Encapsulated under the …
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In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court delicately navigated the intricate web of witness testimonies, overturning the conviction of an accused individual. The court’s decision, delivered on Monday, March 18, underscored the critical importance of discerning between an ‘injured witness’ and an ‘interested witness’ in legal proceedings. With meticulous scrutiny, the Supreme Court dismantled the …
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In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court delivered a significant verdict while rejecting Adani Power’s plea for Late Payment Surcharge (LPS) from Rajasthan Discoms. The crux of the matter lay in the Court’s elucidation that any miscellaneous application aimed at modifying or clarifying a judgment cannot be entertained post the disposal of the case. The …
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In a significant development today, the High Court has made a resolute decision to deny bail to prominent Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) figure, Satyendar Jain, in connection with a high-profile money laundering case. The court, adopting an unwavering stance, has also annulled any interim relief previously granted to Jain, mandating his immediate surrender. The case …
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In a groundbreaking move, the Supreme Court has demanded full transparency regarding electoral bonds from the State Bank of India (SBI). With an unwavering decree, the court instructed the SBI to unveil every conceivable detail regarding these contentious bonds, leaving no room for ambiguity. This includes the disclosure of unique alphanumeric numbers associated with each …
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