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04/01/2024, 2 years ago

Supreme Court Directs SEBI and Government Agencies to Probe Hindenburg Research Allegations

Introduction: In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India, presided over by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud along with Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, declined to order an SIT probe into allegations of stock price manipulation against the Adani Group based on the Hindenburg Research Report. Instead, the court directed the Securities and Exchange […]

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04/01/2024, 2 years ago

Hany Babu’s Bail Plea: Supreme Court Takes Notice in Bhima Koregaon-Elgar Parishad Case

Introduction: In a significant development, the Supreme Court on January 3 issued notice in the bail plea of Delhi University professor Hany Babu, a key accused in the Bhima Koregaon-Elgar Parishad case. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) had arrested Babu under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, in connection with the 2018 caste-based violence that […]

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03/01/2024, 2 years ago

Karnataka High Court Quashes Rape Charges, Orders Maintenance in Consensual Relationship Case  

Introduction: In a recent judgment, the Karnataka High Court, presided over by Justice M Nagaprasanna, partially allowed a petition filed by Raghvendraraddi Shivaraddi Naduvinamani. The court quashed rape charges against him but directed him to pay Rs 10,000 monthly maintenance to the child born out of his consensual relationship with the lady, based on her […]

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03/01/2024, 2 years ago

Nagpur Bench: Following and Abusing Woman With Bicycle Not ‘Outraging Modesty’ under IPC Section 354  

Introduction: In a recent judgment, the Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court acquitted Mohammed Ejaj Shaikh Ismail, holding that following and abusing a woman while pushing her with a bicycle, though annoying, does not constitute an offence under Section 354 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The court emphasized the need for actions to […]

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03/01/2024, 2 years ago

Gujarat High Court Reluctant to Quash FIR Against Teesta Setalvad 

Introduction: The Gujarat High Court recently expressed reluctance to dismiss a 2006 First Information Report (FIR) against activist Teesta Setalvad in the Pandarwada mass grave case. Justice Sandeep Bhatt, presiding over the matter, questioned the necessity of rekindling old cases and indicated a prima facie inclination against quashing the FIR. Arguments of Both Sides: Teesta […]

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03/01/2024, 2 years ago

Supreme Court PIL Challenges Enactment of Three New Criminal Laws    

Introduction: A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been brought before the Supreme Court questioning the recent enactment of three pivotal criminal laws – Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Sanhita, intended to replace crucial legal frameworks in India. Advocate Vishal Tiwari initiated the PIL seeking a stay on the laws’ implementation […]

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03/01/2024, 2 years ago

Calcutta High Court Upholds Documentary Evidence Over Oral Testimony in Property Dispute  

Introduction: In a recent ruling, the Calcutta High Court, through Justice Siddhartha Roy Chowdhury, tackled a property dispute concerning the ownership of a property post the demise of Chhabi Rani Bhadra. The plaintiff claimed ownership, asserting Chhabi Rani as the original owner, while the defendants disputed this, alleging the plaintiff was not her biological son. […]

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03/01/2024, 2 years ago

Congress Leader Challenges Amendments to Election Commissioners’ Appointment Process

Introduction: Congress leader Jaya Thakur moved the Supreme Court challenging Sections 7 and 8 of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023. The amendments, which exclude the Chief Justice from the appointment committee, have prompted a constitutional challenge due to concerns regarding their constitutionality […]

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03/01/2024, 2 years ago

Supreme Court Questions Government Withholding of Caste Survey Data: Legal Battle Unfolds in Bihar Caste Survey Case  

Introduction: The Supreme Court, presided over by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, addressed PIL petitions challenging the constitutionality of Bihar’s caste-based survey. The court questioned the government’s stance on withholding detailed survey data and refused to grant a stay order until the matter is thoroughly examined. The ongoing legal […]

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