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The Kerala High Court has recently appointed a new Devaswom Commissioner for the Travancore Devaswom Board. This decision comes as part of the court’s ongoing efforts to ensure the effective administration and management of the board, which oversees numerous temples in Kerala, including the prominent Sabarimala temple. The court emphasized the importance of maintaining traditional […]

In a recent judgment, the Rajasthan High Court addressed whether Lok Adalats can dismiss cases if one of the parties refuses to appear before them. This ruling is crucial as it clarifies the procedural boundaries and the role of Lok Adalats in dispute resolution. Role and Limitations of Lok Adalats Lok Adalats are an alternative

In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court addressed the issue of determining the age of a victim under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act through bone ossification tests. This judgment is significant as it clarifies the judicial stance on the reliability and limitations of such medical tests in legal proceedings involving

The Delhi Police has approached the Supreme Court, challenging the Delhi High Court’s decision to grant bail to the four men convicted in the 2008 murder case of journalist Soumya Viswanathan. This appeal follows a plea by Soumya’s mother, Madhavi Vishwanathan, who has expressed grave concerns over the bail granted to the convicts. Background of

The Supreme Court of India has directed a trial court in Gujarat to explain the delays in the trial of a Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) case. This directive highlights the judiciary’s concern over prolonged judicial processes that impact the rights of the accused. Background The NDPS Act, which aims to combat drug trafficking

The Jharkhand High Court has criticized a magistrate for passing orders in a mechanical manner without proper judicial scrutiny. This reprimand came during the review of several cases where the court found that the magistrate had not applied judicial mind and had instead issued orders routinely, affecting the course of justice. Details of the Case

A Bengaluru court has ordered the judicial custody of Suraj Revanna, a Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) from the Janata Dal (Secular) party, until July 18 in connection with a sexual abuse case. The decision follows allegations that Revanna engaged in sexual misconduct with a male party worker. Background of the Case Suraj Revanna,

The Kerala High Court has ruled that the offence of abandoning parents is not applicable unless there is evidence of “total neglect” by the accused. This decision clarifies the legal interpretation of what constitutes abandonment under the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007. Key Points from the Ruling Broader Impact The

The Madras High Court has issued a directive to the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu to conduct elections for the Women Lawyers Association (WLA) by September 30. This decision comes in response to concerns about prolonged delays in the election process, which have left the association without duly elected office bearers. Background and Court’s Directive

In a significant legal development, a Pune court has granted bail to Vishal Agarwal and Surendra Agarwal, the father and grandfather of the teenager accused in the tragic Porsche accident that claimed the lives of two software engineers. The court’s decision addresses one of several charges against the family stemming from the incident on May