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Introduction In a recent ruling dated August 24, 2023, the Supreme Court addressed the significance of carefully examining cases where ulterior motives, specifically those driven by personal vengeance, are alleged to be behind the filing of First Information Reports (FIRs). The Court’s verdict highlights the responsibility of legal practitioners and courts to meticulously assess FIRs …

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Introduction In a recent judgment dated August 11, 2023, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the constraints imposed on courts when it comes to modifying arbitral awards under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act. The Court emphasized the legislative intent behind the 1996 Act and the differences from its predecessor, highlighting the exclusion of the …

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Introduction In a recent judgment dated August 17, 2023, the Supreme Court addressed the issue of whether interest income earned by clubs on fixed deposits made in banks is liable to be taxed in the hands of the clubs. The case revolved around the principle of mutuality and its application to interest income generated by …

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Background The Supreme Court recently reversed the acquittal of former RJD MP Prabhunath Singh in a double murder case dating back to 1995. The case involved Singh opening fire on a group of people during an election, leading to the death of two individuals. Singh’s political power allegedly influenced the administration, investigating agency, and witnesses, …

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Background and Issue The Supreme Court recently addressed the issue of the role of a ‘support person’ in child sexual abuse cases, particularly in the context of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act) Rules, 2020. The Court noted that despite the progressive step of introducing the role of a support person, …

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These decisions cover a wide range of topics related to arbitration, including the validity of arbitration agreements, challenges to arbitrator appointments, enforcement of arbitral awards, interpretation of arbitration clauses, and more. The following table highlights the important cases and their key takeaways: Section Case Key Takeaways Section 7 Tata Capital Finance Ltd. v. Shri Chand …

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This note provides a guide for lawyers to the process of Hindu marriage registration in India under the Hindu Marriage Act of 1955 and the Special Marriage Act of 1954. 1. Documentation A. Required from husband and wife Document Purpose Aadhaar card Identity proof Voter ID card Identity proof Driving license Identity proof Passport Identity …

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Table of Contents Definition and Importance of Third-Party Insurance Extent of Insurer Liability Legal Requirements of Compulsory Insurance Owner’s Responsibility Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act 2019 Use of the Vehicle Key Case Laws 1. Definition and Importance of Third-Party Insurance Third-party insurance is a mandatory requirement under the Motor Vehicles Act for all vehicle owners. It …

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In recent rulings, the courts have further clarified the interpretation and application of Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act (NI Act) and the process of quashing complaints under Section 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). Table 1: Key Case Laws Case Name Court Date of Ruling Key Takeaways Ganesh Babu Gupta v. …

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