The Gujarat High Court upheld the life imprisonment of former police officer Sanjiv Bhatt in a 1990 custodial death case, highlighting the incident involving the detention of 133 individuals and a detainee’s death due to alleged custodial torture. The ruling reinforces accountability for law enforcement and upholds justice in cases of custodial torture and death.
The Rajasthan High Court, in a landmark judgment, emphasized the profound impact of rape, particularly on minors, and the need for substantial compensation. Citing ancient Indian texts, the court underscored the importance of respecting women. The ruling directed the payment of Rs. 3,00,000 compensation to the victim’s daughter and has wider implications for minor rape victims before 2009.
The Karnataka High Court dismissed a PIL challenging the oath-taking method of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, eight Cabinet Ministers, and thirty-seven MLAs. The court ruled the oaths were in compliance with constitutional format, acknowledging the societal respect for revered figures. The petitioner’s argument for violating the constitutional mandate was dismissed, emphasizing understanding of India’s diverse practices.
In a significant move to enhance clarity and accessibility in medical documentation, the Orissa High Court has issued a directive mandating that all doctors in the state, including those in private hospitals and medical centers, write medical prescriptions, post-mortem reports, and medico-legal documents in legible handwriting or capital letters. This directive aims to address the […]
The Calcutta High Court initiated contempt proceedings against the West Bengal State Election Commission for failing to deploy central forces as directed, leading to violence during the 2023 Panchayat Elections. Despite the SEC’s intention to appeal, the Court ruled that immediate compliance was mandatory, emphasizing the importance of adhering to court orders in election management.
Calls for Child-Friendly Reforms In a striking critique of the conditions in POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses) courts, Justice Sophy Thomas of the Kerala High Court has raised serious concerns about the traumatic environment faced by minor victims during court proceedings. This observation emerged during the review of several regular bail applications, predominantly […]
Kerala High Court Achieves Remarkable Case Disposal Rate in 2023 Despite Judge Shortage, Justice P.V. Kunhikrishnan Leads in Case Clearance. In an impressive display of judicial efficiency, the Kerala High Court has reported a significant increase in its Case Clearance Rate (CCR) for the year 2023, despite operating with fewer judges than its sanctioned strength. […]
Satyendar Jain, initially taken into custody on May 30, 2022, was granted interim bail by the Supreme Court on medical grounds on May 26, 2023. This bail has been periodically extended since then In a significant development in the ongoing money laundering case against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendar Jain, the Supreme Court of […]
In a recent development in the Bollywood industry, actor Kangana Ranaut has moved the Bombay High Court, seeking a stay on the criminal defamation case filed against her by renowned lyricist Javed Akhtar. This case, which has been a subject of considerable interest, stems from a dispute dating back to 2016. Also read-Bombay High Court […]
In a previous judgment in October, the high court had upheld Singh’s arrest and remand by the ED. He was apprehended on October 4, 2023, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). This arrest was linked to allegations of receiving ₹2 crore in connection with the now-scrapped 2021-22 Delhi excise policy. The Delhi High […]