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  • NGT Imposes Costs on Delhi Government Departments in Arvind Kejriwal’s Residence Environmental Violation Case
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18/01/2024, 2 years ago

NGT Imposes Costs on Delhi Government Departments in Arvind Kejriwal’s Residence Environmental Violation Case

Introduction: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) recently levied fines on Delhi’s Public Welfare Department (PWD), the Delhi government, and the Forest Department over their alleged failure to respond adequately to environmental violations at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s official residence. The NGT, comprising Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava, Justice Sudhir Agarwal, and Dr. A. Senthil Vel, […]

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18/01/2024, 2 years ago

Punjab & Haryana High Court Emphasizes Social Welfare Over Technical Objections in Victim Compensation Case

Introduction: The Punjab & Haryana High Court, while addressing a plea for compensation by a gang-rape victim, underscored the importance of prioritizing social welfare over technical objections. Justice Vinod S. Bhardwaj emphasized that the Victim Compensation Scheme’s benevolent nature aims to rehabilitate victims, and technical delays should not hinder this objective. The court considered the […]

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18/01/2024, 2 years ago

Calcutta High Court Orders CCTV Installation Outside Residence of Political Leader Amidst Ration Scam Probe

Introduction: In a significant legal development, the Calcutta High Court, presided over by Justice Jay Sengupta, has directed the installation of CCTV cameras outside the residence of political leader Shahjahan Sheikh, a prime accused in the Ration Scam case. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had approached the court, alleging assault by a mob allegedly instigated by […]

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18/01/2024, 2 years ago

Karnataka High Court Addresses Belagavi Woman Assault Case: Arrest Made, Victim Safety Ensured

Introduction: In a significant development, the Karnataka government has apprised the High Court of the arrest of the accused in the Belagavi woman assault case. The court, presided over by Chief Justice Prasanna B Varale and Justice Krishna S Dixit, heard a suo-motu petition concerning the incident where the victim was reportedly beaten, paraded naked, […]

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18/01/2024, 2 years ago

Karnataka High Court Upholds Trial Court’s Decision in Controversial Stray Puppy Death Case

Introduction: In a recent development, the Karnataka High Court, through a single judge bench of Justice J M Khazi, dismissed a plea seeking to enhance the Rs 1,000 fine imposed on a 72-year-old lady, Pionnamma. The case, initially lodged by Harish K B, an Honorary Animal Welfare Officer, involved the death of eight stray puppies […]

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18/01/2024, 2 years ago

Bombay High Court Criticizes Stereotypical Remarks in Granting Bail to Transgender Individuals

Introduction: In a recent case involving four transgender persons accused of harassment at a temple, the Bombay High Court granted bail while strongly criticizing “stereotypical and generalizing” remarks made by the Sessions judge in the initial order. The accused faced allegations of demanding money, assault, and forcible disrobing. The High Court emphasized that such comments […]

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18/01/2024, 2 years ago

Supreme Court Declines to Cancel Bail of Accused-Turned-Approver in AgustaWestland Scam

Introduction: The Supreme Court rejected the Central Bureau of Investigation’s (CBI) plea to cancel the bail granted to Rajeev Saxena, an accused-turned-approver in the AgustaWestland Chopper Scam. The CBI argued non-cooperation from Saxena during the investigation. The court, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, dismissed the application but allowed the CBI to approach the Trial […]

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18/01/2024, 2 years ago

Patna High Court Upholds Minor Girl’s Welfare Over Alleged Husband’s Custody Claim

Introduction: The Patna High Court recently addressed a habeas corpus petition seeking custody of a minor girl by her alleged husband. The court observed that when a girl is below the age of majority and expresses fear of life with her parents, the court may intervene to protect her welfare. Rejecting the petitioner’s claim, the […]

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17/01/2024, 2 years ago

Delhi High Court Refuses PIL Against ‘Aankh Micholi,’ Emphasizing Creative Freedom in Cinema

Introduction: The Delhi High Court dismisses a public interest litigation (PIL) challenging the film “Aankh Micholi” for allegedly being derogatory to people with disabilities. Disability rights activist Nipun Malhotra, who has a locomotor disability, moved the PIL, claiming that the film violated the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities (PwDs). The court, led by […]

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