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The Karnataka High Court is set to deliberate on a plea requesting a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the Valmiki Corporation scam. This case has garnered significant attention due to the serious allegations of financial irregularities and corruption involving the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation. Background of the Valmiki Corporation Scam […]

Byju’s, the well-known edtech giant, has approached the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) in Chennai to contest an insolvency order issued by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in Bengaluru. The NCLT had accepted a plea from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), initiating insolvency proceedings against Byju’s parent company, Think

A Mumbai court recently denied bail to a woman accused of posing as a Supreme Court lawyer to defraud a builder. This decision highlights the severity of the charges against her and the court’s stance on fraudulent activities. Case Background The accused, who misrepresented herself as a Supreme Court lawyer, allegedly deceived a prominent builder

In a significant victory for Adidas, the Patiala House Court in Delhi has granted the company relief in a trademark infringement lawsuit against a shop owner based in Connaught Place. This ruling marks an important step in the fight against the proliferation of counterfeit goods, which not only harm the brand’s reputation but also deceive

The Supreme Court of India delivered a split verdict on the commercial sale of genetically modified (GM) mustard, highlighting the contentious nature of GM crops in the country. The case, which has seen various environmental and public interest groups challenge the government’s decision to allow GM mustard cultivation, resulted in differing opinions among the justices

Anjali Birla, the daughter of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, has approached the Delhi High Court seeking action against defamatory social media posts that questioned the legitimacy of her UPSC qualification. These posts alleged that Anjali cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination without appearing for it, a claim that has been repeatedly debunked. Background Anjali

The Allahabad High Court has emphasized that individuals seeking appointment as district court employees must have impeccable character and high integrity, free from any criminal antecedents. This ruling underscores the court’s commitment to maintaining the integrity and prestige of the judiciary. Case Background The court’s decision came while hearing an appeal against the termination of

The Delhi High Court recently reprimanded Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Somnath Bharti for the numerous typographical errors in his election petition against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Bansuri Swaraj. The petition, which challenges the election results of the New Delhi constituency, was found to be replete with mistakes, prompting the court’s critical remarks. Background

The Karnataka High Court has quashed a case filed under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act against a young man after he married the victim. The court’s decision was influenced by the fact that the victim, now an adult, expressed her desire to marry the accused and submitted an affidavit to this

In a significant development, Justice Amit Sharma of the Delhi High Court has recused himself from hearing the bail plea of Umar Khalid, a former Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student and activist. This case is linked to the alleged conspiracy behind the 2020 Delhi riots, which led to extensive violence and numerous casualties. Background of