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Case OverviewThe petitioner approached the Jharkhand High Court seeking the appointment of an arbitrator under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act. The respondent contested the petition, arguing that additional conditions needed to be satisfied before the court could appoint an arbitrator. Court’s RulingThe Jharkhand High Court ruled in favor of the petitioner, stating […]

Case BackgroundThe accused was booked under the POCSO Act for allegedly recording videos involving minor boys. The prosecution claimed that these recordings were of unnatural offences. However, the defense argued that the actions of the accused did not demonstrate any sexual intent, a crucial component required to substantiate charges under the POCSO Act. Court’s ObservationsWhile

In a notable development aimed at enhancing the capabilities of legal professionals, the Chief Justice of the Chhattisgarh High Court has inaugurated a three-day intensive training programme for legal aid defense counsels. This initiative is part of the ongoing efforts to bolster the legal aid framework within the state and ensure that defense counsels are

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has officially closed its investigation into allegations of stock manipulation against Unitech Limited and its promoters, the Chandra brothers. This decision comes after a detailed probe failed to find sufficient evidence to substantiate the claims of market manipulation. Background of the Case Unitech Limited, a prominent real

In a significant development, a judge from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has sought enhanced security for a fellow judge from Uttar Pradesh who ordered the Gyanvapi survey, citing threats from Islamic fundamentalist forces. The request underscores the ongoing challenges faced by the judiciary in dealing with sensitive and high-profile cases involving religious and communal

Background The Supreme Court of India has clarified the application of the doctrine of merger, stating that it is not universal and that the powers under Article 142 of the Constitution are an exception. This doctrine typically involves the merging of a lower court’s order into that of a higher court upon appeal, but the

The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice in response to a plea challenging the Uttarakhand government’s decision to deny No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to teachers seeking employment in medical colleges outside the state. The petition, filed by a group of affected teachers, argues that the government’s refusal to issue NOCs is arbitrary and

Background Starting June 21, a new law aimed at preventing paper leaks and the use of unfair means in public examinations has come into effect. This legislation is designed to enhance the integrity and credibility of public exams, ensuring a fair and transparent process for all candidates. Key Provisions Implementation Educational institutions and examination boards

Background West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, requesting the deferment of the implementation of three new criminal laws. The laws in question are the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, which are set to replace the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Criminal

In a recent landmark ruling, the Kerala High Court clarified that the accidental downloading of child pornography does not constitute an offense under Section 67B of the Information Technology Act, 2000. This decision has important implications for how cases involving inadvertent access to prohibited materials are treated under Indian law. Case Background The case arose