Today, On 23rd September, The Delhi Court has refused to transfer the Adani gag order appeal. Newslaundry and journalist Paranjoy Guha Thakurta will now be heard by the judge who had earlier set aside the stay for other journalists.
The Supreme Court declared that the government, as a constitutional employer, cannot act like a market player. It ruled that outsourcing cannot be misused to exploit workers or deny them fair engagement, regularization, and basic pay parity rights. New Delhi: The Supreme Court ruled that public institutions cannot exploit workers through job outsourcing, denying long-term […]
Today, On 7th February, The Supreme Court ruled that relatives of an accused cannot be implicated in domestic violence cases under Section 498A simply for not assisting the victim. The Court emphasized that complaints and charges must be specific against each accused family member. It stated that vague or general allegations are not sufficient for prosecution. This decision aims to prevent misuse of the law and ensure fairness in such cases.
NEW DELHI: Today,(28th Jan): The Union government has decided not to act on the Supreme Court’s suggestion to create a separate law on bail. The government believes that the recent changes in criminal laws, especially the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, which came into effect in July 2024, already address the concerns about pre-trial detention and related issues.
The High Court rejected a plea seeking permission to use loudspeakers On top of a mosque. It stated that religious places are meant for offering prayers, and the use of loudspeakers cannot be considered a fundamental right. The court emphasized maintaining peace and harmony. This ruling highlights the balance between religious practices and public order.
The Delhi High Court today(21st Jan) dismissed an appeal that challenged the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in elections across various constituencies. The petitioner, Ramesh Chander, argued that under Section 61-A of the Representation of the People Act (RP Act), the Election Commission of India (ECI) should provide individual justifications for using EVMs in each constituency. However, the court did not accept this argument and dismissed the appeal.
The Supreme Court annulled a Rs.1 lakh fine imposed on advocate Mehmood Pracha by the Allahabad High Court, which criticized him for “forum shopping” and attire while representing himself. Pracha’s plea was dismissed by the High Court, deemed to waste the court’s time. The Supreme Court found no basis for the fine.
The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled that a lawyer cannot be held criminally liable for financial losses to a bank without evidence of intent to defraud. Charges against an SBI lawyer were quashed as there was no proof of collusion or active participation in a loan fraud scheme, emphasizing the necessity of malicious intent in fraud cases.
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The Supreme Court of India ruled that disciplinary proceedings against SBI employees cannot start after retirement, as such actions are void unless permitted by law. The ruling clarifies that the employment relationship ends at retirement, emphasizing employers must comply with legal standards when addressing past employee misconduct.