In a recent verdict on December 14, the Supreme Court, in response to an appeal seeking the quashing of an FIR, emphasized that High Courts, while wielding authority under Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), are legally obligated to assess whether accusations constitute an offense. The case involved a complainant (second respondent) and …
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud alongside Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice Manoj Misra, dismissed a Special Leave Petition challenging an order issued by the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal in Chennai. The three-Judge Bench made a noteworthy observation emphasizing that the bar of limitation cannot be …
In a pivotal legal development, the Supreme Court has cast uncertainty over the entitlement of dissenting financial creditors to the minimum value of their security interest under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code of 2016. The case, DBS Bank Ltd Singapore v. Ruchi Soya Industries Ltd and another, prompted the bench comprising Justices Sanjiv Khanna and …
In a significant ruling on January 3, the Supreme Court overturned the directives of the Allahabad High Court, quashing attempts to detain two Uttar Pradesh government Secretaries for alleged non-compliance with orders related to retired judges’ facilities. The apex court explicitly stated that High Court Chief Justices, when acting on the administrative front, lack the …
The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has directed fresh administrative proceedings in the case concerning the suspension and subsequent termination of an employee from the J&K State Road Transport Corporation. The decision, pronounced by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Puneet Gupta, emphasizes the need for fair and reasoned decision-making in administrative actions, particularly when …
J&K High Court Stresses on Reasoned Decisions in Administrative Actions Read More »
In a nuanced judgment addressing the complexities of copyright law in the realm of cinematography, the Delhi High Court, led by Justice Jyoti Singh, examined the legal intricacies in a case involving alleged copyright infringement and breach of confidentiality by Yash Raj Films and others. The plaintiff, Bikramjeet Singh Bhullar, had accused the defendants of …
Delhi HC Explores Fine Line Between Inspiration and Infringement Read More »
The Supreme Court, in a significant ruling, has clarified the extent of rights a nominee possesses over shares and securities after the shareholder’s death. In the case of Shakti Yezdani & Anr. vs. Jayanand Jayant Salgaonkar & Ors., the Court addressed the contentious issue of whether a nominee becomes the absolute owner of shares or …
Supreme Court’s Verdict on Nominee vs. Succession in Shares Read More »
In a landmark development for the fintech sector in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), UAE-originated and now Saudi-based fintech unicorn, Tabby, has announced a substantial infusion of capital. The firm has secured a staggering $700 million in debt financing from J.P. Morgan, marking a significant moment in its journey of expansion. Tabby’s Series …
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The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh recently delivered a significant judgment in a case concerning land acquisition and compensation. In this case, the petitioners sought compensation for land taken over by the government several decades ago for the construction of the Shalteng Irrigation Canal. The case, titled Ghulam Ahmad Bhat & Others …
J&K&L High Court Affirms Property Rights Despite Time Lapse Read More »
The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Srinagar dismissed a writ petition challenging an order concerning mutation No.776 dated 08.09.1982. The petitioner sought to overturn a decision dismissing their application for condonation of a 41-year delay in filing an appeal against the mutation order. The crux of the case revolved around the …
J&K&L High Court Rules on Extended Appeal Delays Read More »
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