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In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India unequivocally reaffirmed the legal principle that contracts entered into by minors hold no enforceable weight in the eyes of the law. The judgment, delivered on 27th February 2024, underscored the nullity of a sale agreement involving a minor party. The Court’s decision stemmed from a case …

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In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court has solidified the precedence of filing a First Information Report (FIR) over recording information in the General Diary maintained by the police. This landmark decision underscores the significance of formalizing allegations of cognizable offenses promptly and properly. The apex court emphasized that any information disclosing the commission of …

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In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court demonstrated its commitment to upholding procedural integrity by overturning a decision made by one of its Registrars. The decision in question pertained to the rejection of a curative petition due to the dismissal of an underlying review petition after an open court hearing, rather than through the usual …

 Supreme Court Asserts Registry’s Limitations, Stresses Compliance with Rules Read More »

In a poignant turn of events, the Supreme Court recently overturned the conviction of a man accused of abetting his wife’s suicide, a case that had languished in the judicial system for nearly three decades. The judiciary, in its ruling, couldn’t help but express a deep-seated lamentation over the protracted and labyrinthine nature of India’s …

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In a recent verdict, the Supreme Court delivered a significant ruling, overturning a husband’s conviction for abetting his wife’s suicide. The crux of the decision lies in the absence of substantial evidence indicating cruelty or harassment. The case, brought before the apex court, revolved around Section 113A of the Evidence Act and Section 306 of …

New Perspective on Spousal Tragedy: Supreme Court’s Verdict on Husband’s Role in Wife’s Suicide Read More »

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has overturned the conviction of an individual accused under Section 364A of the Indian Penal Code. The ruling, delivered on February 28, 2024, establishes a significant precedent regarding the interpretation of kidnapping for ransom laws. The case in question centered on whether the accused’s actions met …

Supreme Court Rules: Ransom Demand Alone Not Enough for Section 364A IPC Offense Read More »

The highest echelon of India’s judiciary has underscored the urgency for swift adjudication of bail applications, emphasizing that any delay in addressing matters concerning personal liberty contravenes the fundamental tenets of Article 21. In a notable directive, the Supreme Court has beseeched the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court to disseminate its plea across …

Swift Justice Imperative: Supreme Court Urges Bombay HC on Bail Applications Read More »

In a landmark decision, the highest echelon of India’s judiciary has declared a seismic shift in legal precedence. The venerable Supreme Court, with its weighty gavel, has delineated a clear demarcation in the realms of law pertaining to food safety and standards. No longer shall the specter of simultaneous prosecutions under both the archaic Indian …

Judicial Clash: Food Safety Act Trumps Penal Code, Supreme Court Rules Read More »

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has reaffirmed the fundamental principle of fairness in legal proceedings. Emphasizing the importance of transparency and balance in the courtroom, the apex court declared that an accused individual possesses the inherent right to cross-examine a police officer regarding the contents of the case diary whenever it is utilized …

Supreme Court Upholds Accused’s Right to Rely on Case Diary in Cross-Examination of Police Officers Read More »

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has broadened the horizon of property rights beyond the confines of citizenship. The apex court’s recent observation, in essence, extends the protective umbrella of Article 300A of the Constitution to individuals who are not citizens of India. Delving into the intricacies of legal interpretation, the court elucidated that …

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