Tamil Nadu has passed a strict new law, to shield borrowers from harsh recovery tactics by finance and microfinance firms. It allows jail for 3 to 5 years and a fine for harassment during loan recovery.
The Supreme Court ruled that hostile witnesses’ testimony should not be entirely dismissed. The Court emphasized that even if a witness turns hostile, the prosecution can still use portions of their testimony that are supportive of the case. This ensures that relevant evidence is not disregarded simply due to a witness’s change in stance. The decision highlights the importance of carefully evaluating witness statements for their value in a trial.
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Today, On 26th September, the Supreme Court rejected the Gujarat government’s plea to review its prior decision on the Bilkis Bano case, which involved the early release of 11 convicts in a 2002 gangrape and murder. The court upheld its remarks on the state’s actions, reaffirming systemic issues related to the Gujarat riots.
The Central Government defended the criminalization of instant triple talaq, stating that it protects the rights of married Muslim women and promotes gender justice and equality. The 2019 law aims to safeguard women affected by triple talaq, following the Supreme Court’s invalidation of the practice and its review of the law. The government emphasized the legislative role in determining criminal conduct based on current social conditions.
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A Delhi court sentenced a man to one year in prison for throwing acid on a dog, causing it to lose an eye. The court emphasized the importance of compassion toward animals, citing Mahatma Gandhi and philosopher Emmanuel Kant. The judgment also included a fine and highlighted the need for strict punishment to deter cruelty against animals.
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Delhi Court today sentenced activist Medha Patkar to five months in jail in a defamation case by LG VK Saxena, suspended for 30 days considering her age and health. She was also fined Rs 10 lakh. The case dates back to 2000 when Saxena criticized her Narmada Bachao Andolan. Patkar accused Saxena of unethical financial dealings.
In Kerala, a 65-year-old man was sentenced to 83 years in prison for repeatedly sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl, with the court delivering the verdict following the prosecutor’s call for the maximum penalty. KERALA: Today(on 16th March), A court in Kerala sentenced a 65-year-old individual to 83 years in prison for repeatedly sexually assaulting a […]
A Landmark Ruling on Judicial Respect In a significant ruling on Friday January12, the Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and comprising Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, has instructed a lawyer, who was previously sentenced to six months in prison by the Delhi High Court for contempt of court, to […]
