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The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) has reinstated an order directing Bharti Airtel to compensate an Army man who lost ₹2.87 lakh due to a SIM swap scam. The case involved a fraudulent issuance of a duplicate SIM card, which led to unauthorized transactions from the victim’s bank account. Background of the Case The […]

Himanshu Chahar has rejoined Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM) as a partner in their newly established office in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). This move aligns with CAM’s strategic expansion into the Middle East, leveraging Abu Dhabi’s position as a major global financial hub. Background Himanshu Chahar, a seasoned legal professional, brings extensive experience in

The Allahabad High Court has allowed the withdrawal of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that sought to challenge the election of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as a Member of Parliament from the Rae Bareli constituency. The petitioner, S. Vignesh Shishir, alleged that Gandhi’s nomination was invalid due to claims of his foreign citizenship. However, during

The Delhi High Court has ruled that First Information Reports (FIRs) for serious offenses such as rape cannot be quashed based on monetary settlements between the parties involved. This decision emphasizes that such heinous crimes impact society at large and cannot be treated as private matters resolved through financial compensation. Key Points from the Judgment

The Telangana High Court has dismissed a plea filed by former Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) challenging an inquiry into power purchase agreements and the construction of thermal power plants during his administration. The court’s decision comes amid allegations of financial irregularities and procedural lapses in these projects. Background of the Case KCR’s petition

The Kerala High Court has ruled that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) cannot take action under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against assets that are not connected to money laundering activities. This decision was made in the context of a case where the ED attempted to attach properties not proven to be linked to

The Rajasthan High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of the issue of food adulteration, highlighting the severe public health risks associated with contaminated food products. This action comes in response to widespread concerns about the safety and quality of food available in the market. Key Points from the Court’s Action Implications Conclusion The Rajasthan

The Allahabad High Court has raised serious concerns about mass religious conversions, particularly those occurring at religious gatherings, warning that such practices could lead to the majority population becoming a minority. The court emphasized the potential destabilizing effect on the country if conversions driven by coercion or inducement continue unchecked【140†source】【142†source】. Key Points from the Judgment

In a recent development, the Karnataka High Court has granted bail to Advocate G Devaraje Gowda, who was arrested in connection with a case involving allegations of rape and molestation. Gowda, a prominent figure in the BJP and a known advocate, faced these charges following complaints by a 36-year-old woman. Background of the Case Devaraje

In a landmark ruling, the Madras High Court has declared that those responsible for the 2018 police firing at anti-Sterlite protesters in Thoothukudi should be prosecuted for murder. This decision underscores the severity of the incident, where police action resulted in the deaths of 18 unarmed protesters. Background The incident occurred during protests against the