A Delhi court criticised the police for failing to file key reports in the rape case of a four-year-old girl who suffered severe injuries. The court ordered immediate Rs 5 lakh interim compensation, calling the child’s suffering “beyond imagination.”
The Delhi High Court set aside earlier guidelines issued to trial courts regarding victim compensation. It ruled that requiring the accused or convict to submit an affidavit disclosing their assets and liabilities violates constitutional and statutory rights. The judgment emphasizes the need to balance victims’ rights with the legal protections afforded to the accused. This decision could impact the approach trial courts take in compensation-related matters.
The Supreme Court criticized a petitioner for suppressing crucial information in her remission plea. The court highlighted the need for transparency, noting that the petitioner failed to disclose an order from the Delhi High Court. Stringent action, potentially under the Contempt of Courts Act, may be pursued for this conduct.
The Delhi High Court ruled that legal aid lawyers are entitled to maternity benefits under the Maternity Benefit Act without discrimination based on employment type. The court overturned a single-judge decision and emphasized the distinction between advocates and employees. The ruling clarified that contractual legal aid counsel are not eligible for maternity benefits.