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The Delhi High Court recently held that an employer’s strict or unfavorable decision does not automatically qualify as grounds for criminal charges if an employee takes their own life. This ruling emphasizes that while management decisions may impact employees, not all adverse actions constitute criminal culpability in the unfortunate event of an employee’s suicide. Background: […]

The Kerala High Court recently ruled against a restriction imposed on members of credit societies, which prohibited their consecutive re-election. This decision supports the autonomy and democratic processes within credit societies by allowing members to seek re-election consecutively, without limitations set by external regulations. Background: The restriction in question was part of broader regulations that

The Allahabad High Court recently raised concerns about certain trial judges prioritizing career advancements over justice, potentially leading to wrongful convictions. This observation came in a ruling where the court highlighted the adverse impact on individuals wrongfully accused and convicted due to judicial motivations unrelated to the fair dispensation of justice. Background: The case involved

The Himachal Pradesh High Court recently ruled that children born from marriages deemed legally invalid cannot be denied their right to birth registration. This judgment reaffirms the child’s right to identity and citizenship regardless of their parents’ marital status. The court emphasized that denying birth registration on such grounds would be both discriminatory and in

The Bombay High Court recently quashed a data theft case filed against Kaushik Khona, the former Managing Director of Go First airlines. The court’s decision brings an end to accusations that Khona allegedly mishandled proprietary information after his departure from the airline. The dismissal signifies a lack of sufficient evidence in supporting claims of unauthorized

The Madras High Court has recently called on the Central Government to impose a ban on filter tobacco products, including filter cigarettes and other similar items. The court expressed concern over the severe health risks associated with these products and highlighted their contribution to rising rates of cancer and respiratory diseases. This move underscores the

The Kerala High Court has taken steps to create guidelines concerning the use of elephants in public festivals and functions. This initiative follows concerns about the welfare and safety of elephants, which are often paraded in festivals across the state. Elephants play a significant cultural role in Kerala, especially during temple festivals, but their treatment

The Supreme Court has refused to pass a status quo order on the ongoing demolitions in the Gir Somnath district of Gujarat, following an assurance from the Gujarat government that these demolitions are being conducted in accordance with the law. The petition challenging the demolitions argued that the state’s actions were arbitrary and in violation

A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission of India (ECI)’s recent decision to increase the number of voters per polling booth to 1,500. This move has raised concerns about the potential impact on the electoral process, voter accessibility, and the overall efficiency of polling operations. Background: The ECI’s directive

The Madras High Court has affirmed that the provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act take precedence over any contractual conditions set by employers regarding maternity benefits for their employees. This ruling underscores the legal obligation for employers to comply with the statutory requirements established under the Maternity Benefit Act, ensuring that women receive their entitled