Author name: Arshiya Banu

The Gujarat High Court has taken an unusual step in its proceedings regarding a plea challenging the online release of the film ‘Maharaj.’ The court has decided to watch the film itself before making any further decisions on the matter. This step underscores the court’s dedication to making an informed ruling on the contentious issue. […]

In a recent legal development, a Bengaluru court has issued a restraining order against media outlets, prohibiting them from publishing any defamatory news about Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa Srinivas and his family. This decision comes amidst the high-profile investigation into the murder of Renuka Swamy, in which the actor and several associates are implicated. Background

In a recent judgment, the Kerala High Court permitted a dealer to rectify errors in the stock inventory uploaded along with their GST returns. This decision emphasizes the importance of allowing corrections in tax filings to ensure accuracy and compliance with tax laws. Background of the Case The petitioner, M/s. Chukkath Krishnan Praveen, had mistakenly

In a landmark decision, the Rajasthan High Court recently granted bail to an individual accused of possessing over 1 kg of heroin, highlighting the necessity for strict adherence to the procedural guidelines outlined in the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. This ruling has significant implications for how seizure operations must be conducted to

The Sikkim High Court has overturned the conviction of an appellant under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The court noted that a three-year-old child would barely comprehend the nature of the alleged offense, making it implausible she would panic as claimed. The prosecution’s evidence was inconsistent, with various testimonies not corroborating.

In a significant ruling, the Telangana High Court has quashed the criminal proceedings against members of the Telangana Vidyarthi Vedika (TVV) who were charged for raising slogans demanding the release of Prof. GN Saibaba and Varavara Rao. These charges were initially brought against the students under allegations of unlawful assembly, public nuisance, wrongful restraint, and

In a recent development, the Andhra Pradesh High Court has issued a notice in response to a plea seeking measures to protect citizens from stray dog attacks. The plea specifically requests the court to consider banning the practice of feeding stray dogs without prior approval. This action aims to address the increasing incidents of stray

In a notable judgment, the Karnataka High Court has granted interim bail to an accused under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, allowing him to marry the victim who had given birth to their child. The court’s decision emphasizes the importance of the child’s welfare and aims to prevent the newborn from

In a recent ruling, the Madras High Court emphasized that employees should not be penalized for the appointing authority’s failure to follow communal rotation guidelines. This decision underscores the principles of fairness and justice in administrative actions and highlights the responsibilities of appointing authorities to adhere strictly to prescribed guidelines. Case Background The case involved

The Rajasthan High Court recently addressed an important legal issue concerning the powers of the Appellate Authority under the Rajasthan Electricity (Duty) Act, 1962. In a significant ruling, the court held that the Appellate Authority possesses implicit jurisdiction to issue orders incidental to the matters before it, including interim orders, unless explicitly prohibited by statute.