The highest court in the land has signaled a pressing need for a swift resolution on whether prior sanction is a prerequisite for a Magistrate to initiate an inquiry into complaints against public servants under Section 156(3) of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC). This call stems from a referral made in 2018 during the case …
In a recent verdict, the Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of a defendant in a longstanding cheque dishonor case. The crux of the matter lay in the failure of the complainant to establish a legally enforceable debt against the accused. The bench, comprising Justices Aniruddha Bose and Sanjay Kumar, scrutinized the evidence presented. They found …
In a move to streamline legal proceedings and adapt to the digital age, the Supreme Court has prompted the Registrar General of the Allahabad High Court to institute e-filing capabilities across all District Courts in Uttar Pradesh. The court emphasized the need for a hybrid hearing system, blending virtual appearances with traditional court settings, within …
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The gavel’s resounding echo marked not just a legal decree but a reaffirmation of governance in Tamil Nadu. The Supreme Court, in its solemn chambers, rendered a decision of great import, upholding the Tamil Nadu Government’s decree to appoint Technical Assistants as Assistant Engineers within the Public Works Department. A chorus of dissatisfaction reverberated within …
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the binding nature of University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations on universities, directing the reinstatement of teachers at Jamia Milia Islamia on a permanent basis. This decision comes after the university denied regularization to teachers despite UGC directives. The bench, comprising Justices Abhay S. Oka and Pankaj Mithal, …
In a recent judicial pronouncement, the Supreme Court has elucidated the limitations concerning the testimony rights of Power of Attorney holders. According to the apex court, a Power of Attorney holder is only permitted to testify regarding facts within their direct knowledge, excluding matters known solely to the represented individual. The ruling emerged from a …
Legal Insights: Boundaries of Testimony Authority for Power of Attorney Holders Read More »
In a recent verdict, the Supreme Court delivered a resounding statement on the acquisition of easementary rights, firmly establishing that such rights cannot be claimed when alternative routes to access the property exist. The case, centered on the dispute between Manisha Mahendra Gala and Shalini Bhagwan Avatramani, illuminated critical legal principles surrounding easements. The court’s …
Supreme Court Ruling: Easement Denied in the Face of Alternative Access Routes Read More »
Amidst the labyrinthine corridors of legal interpretation, the Supreme Court finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with a vexing question: does the failure to furnish a Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) report along with the chargesheet within the stipulated time under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act 1985 (NDPS Act) warrant default bail for the …
Legal Limbo: NDPS Act and Default Bail Dilemma Shake Supreme Court Read More »
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has jolted the legal landscape surrounding the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act), challenging the interpretation of Section 41 and demanding strict adherence to procedural norms. The case in question, adjudicated on April 9, saw the Court overturning convictions under the NDPS Act, striking down …
 Supreme Court Ruling Shakes Foundations of NDPS Act Enforcement Read More »
In a watershed ruling, the Supreme Court has underscored the pivotal role of an employer’s financial capacity in shaping the wage structure of its employees. This verdict, delivered by the bench comprising Justices Aniruddha Bose and Sanjay Kumar, came as a response to an appeal challenging a Bombay High Court judgment concerning wage revisions. The …
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