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10/05/2024, 2 years ago

Enhancing Transparency: Supreme Court Calls for Naming Presiding Officers and Counsels in Orders

Introduction: In a significant development, the Supreme Court has highlighted concerns regarding the lack of mention of presiding officers’ names in orders passed under the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015. The case of Child in Conflict with Law Through His Mother versus the State of Karnataka and Another prompted the Court to address this issue, emphasizing […]

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10/05/2024, 2 years ago

Ensuring Equality: High Court Strikes Down Discriminatory EPF Scheme Provision

Introduction: In a landmark ruling, the Karnataka High Court declared certain provisions of the Employees’ Provident Fund Scheme, 1952, and the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 1995, unconstitutional. The court’s decision in the case of Stone Hill Education Foundation and Union of India & Others addressed the discriminatory treatment of international workers under the schemes. Arguments: The […]

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10/05/2024, 2 years ago

Upholding Transparency: RTI Access Over Administrative Hurdles

Introduction: In the case of Govt of NCT of Delhi and Anr. v. Mr. Prabhjot Singh Dhillon, the Delhi High Court deliberated on the accessibility of information under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005. Mr. Dhillon sought details regarding disciplinary actions taken by the Delhi Government’s Education Department against teachers conducting private tuitions. Arguments: […]

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10/05/2024, 2 years ago

Navigating Legal and Personal Boundaries: The Case of Parole and Conjugal Rights

Introduction: In the case of Sonu Sonkar v. The Lt Governor, Delhi & Ors., the Delhi High Court grappled with the complex issue of granting parole based on conjugal relationships. Sonu Sonkar, a murder convict, sought parole to consummate his marriage with his live-in partner. However, he failed to disclose his existing legal marriage and […]

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10/05/2024, 2 years ago

Supreme Court Upholds Use of Prosecution Witness Statements in Absence of Accused

Introduction: In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court affirmed the decision of the High Court and Trial Court regarding the admissibility of statements made by prosecution witnesses in the absence of the accused. The case, involving SUKHPAL SINGH and the National Capital Territory of Delhi, centered on the use of such statements as substantive evidence […]

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10/05/2024, 2 years ago

High Court Orders Punjab Government to Provide Comprehensive Information on Ban of Songs Promoting Violence and Glorification of Weapons

Introduction: In a recent development, the Punjab & Haryana High Court has demanded comprehensive affidavits from the Punjab Government regarding the ban on songs promoting violence and glorification of weapons. Justice Harkesh Manuja sought detailed information on the procedure followed for this ban, considering constitutional aspects and various modes of broadcasting. The Court’s concern stemmed […]

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09/05/2024, 2 years ago

Delhi High Court Urges FSSAI to Ramp Up Food Testing

Introduction: The Delhi High Court, in a suo motu case initiated in 2010, expressed concern over minimal food sampling and testing conducted by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in the national capital. Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Manmeet Pritam Arora emphasized the need for increased supervision and testing of food […]

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09/05/2024, 2 years ago

Bail Granted to Chef Accused in Shawarma Poisoning Case

Introduction: The Kerala High Court recently granted bail to a restaurant chef accused of preparing shawarma that allegedly caused physical ailments to a woman, leading to hospitalization. The case involves charges under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) related to negligent conduct with respect to poisonous substances and attempt to commit culpable homicide. […]

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09/05/2024, 2 years ago

Gujarat High Court Disposes of PIL on GNLU Sexual Harassment Allegations

Introduction: The Gujarat High Court recently concluded a significant chapter in the ongoing saga surrounding alleged incidents of sexual harassment and queerphobia at the Gujarat National Law University (GNLU). The court disposed of a suo motu Public Interest Litigation (PIL) pertaining to rape allegations by a second-year law student against her batchmate. Arguments: The registrar […]

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