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19/04/2024, 2 years ago

Madras High Court Sets Precedent on Alcohol Smell in Motor Accident Cases

Introduction: The Madras High Court recently addressed the issue of attributing contributory negligence based solely on the smell of alcohol in motor accident cases. In the case of Ramesh v Selvakumar and Another, the court examined whether smelling alcohol on a person’s breath sufficed to assign fault in accidents. Arguments: The petitioner, Ramesh, challenged the […]

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19/04/2024, 2 years ago

Delhi High Court Strikes Down Ban on “Dangerous” Dog Breeds

Introduction: The Delhi High Court nullified a circular issued by the Union Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, prohibiting the import, breeding, and selling of numerous dog breeds deemed “dangerous and ferocious.” The decision came in response to a batch of pleas challenging the circular’s imposition without stakeholder consultation. Arguments: Petitioners argued that the […]

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19/04/2024, 2 years ago

Upholding Personal Liberty: Allahabad High Court Directs Passport Renewal for Actress Sapna Choudhary

Introduction: Actress Sapna Choudhary challenged the Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Court’s order denying her passport renewal amidst ongoing legal proceedings. Asserting her right to travel abroad as integral to personal liberty, Choudhary sought relief from the Allahabad High Court. Arguments: Choudhary’s counsel argued that denying passport renewal infringed upon her constitutional rights under Articles 19 […]

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19/04/2024, 2 years ago

Legal Battle Unfolds: Allegations of Sexual Harassment Against Wrestling Federation President Brij Bhushan

Introduction: In the legal arena, the State confronts a BJP MP and former Wrestling Federation of India President over allegations of sexual harassment filed by female wrestlers. The case unfolds in a Delhi Court, where Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Priyanka Rajpoot presides. The accused, Brij Bhushan Singh, challenges the charges, claiming absence from the alleged […]

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19/04/2024, 2 years ago

Balancing Justice: High Court’s Ruling on Maintenance Under Section 125 CrPC39

Introduction: In the case of XXXX v. XXXX, the Punjab & Haryana High Court addressed the delicate issue of maintenance under Section 125 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC). Justice Harpreet Singh Brar emphasized the need for a just and realistic assessment of maintenance to prevent hardships to either spouse. Arguments: The petitioner argued that […]

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19/04/2024, 2 years ago

Ensuring Electoral Integrity: Supreme Court’s Verdict on EVM-VVPAT Verification

Introduction: In the case of Association of Democratic Reforms v. Election Commission of India & Anr., the Supreme Court deliberated on the crucial issue of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs). The petitioners sought complete verification of EVM data against VVPAT slips to ensure the transparency and accuracy of the […]

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18/04/2024, 2 years ago

Bombay High Court Grants Injunction Against Trampoline Park for Mr. Bean Trademark Infringement

Introduction: The Bombay High Court recently granted an ex-parte ad-interim injunction restraining a Trampoline Park in Lonavla from using the trademark, artwork, device, or character of Mr. Bean from the popular comedy series. Tiger Aspect Kids & Family Ltd., a UK company under the Banijay Group, filed a commercial intellectual property suit against Mr. Bean […]

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18/04/2024, 2 years ago

Bombay High Court Criticizes Enforcement Directorate’s Practice of Late-Night Interrogations

Introduction: The Bombay High Court recently criticized the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for its practice of recording statements late at night, highlighting the right to sleep as a fundamental human requirement. In a writ petition filed by Ram Kotumal Issrani, challenging the legality of his arrest and subsequent remand, the court emphasized the importance of respecting […]

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18/04/2024, 2 years ago

Calcutta HC Orders West Bengal Govt to Finalize Minimum Wage for Tea Plantation Workers

Introduction: The Calcutta High Court’s circuit bench at Jalpaiguri has directed the West Bengal government to expedite the finalization of minimum wages for tea plantation workers within six weeks, under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948. This directive follows a previous ruling upholding an interim wage hike and instructing the state to establish a minimum wage […]

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