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.
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.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court deemed forcing a wife to leave her job as cruelty, granting her divorce from her husband. The court emphasized that a woman’s right to work is integral to her autonomy and dignity. This ruling reinforces the importance of mutual respect in marriage, allowing individuals to resist coercive behaviors.
Today, On 13th November, the Supreme Court decided to review a video of the Delhi High Court Bar Association meeting where a women’s quota proposal was rejected. The Court questioned the lack of constitutional discussions during the rejection process. The matter is adjourned until November 18, focusing on the decision-making process regarding women’s representation.
Today, On 11th November, Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna expressed a willingness to reconsider the Supreme Court’s ban on adjournment requests through letter circulation and the potential reintroduction of physical cause lists. This reflects ongoing discussions on balancing court efficiency with timely justice amid concerns over delays caused by letter-driven adjournments.
Today, On 23rd October, the Supreme Court allowed Enforcement Directorate officer Ankit Tiwari to travel from Tamil Nadu to Madhya Pradesh, following his arrest in 2023 on bribery charges. Tiwari had been granted bail in March with travel restrictions. The case, under scrutiny, involves ongoing legal proceedings and potential CBI investigation.
Delhi High Court directs Arya Samaj Temples to ensure genuine marriage witnesses, emphasizing relatives or long-time acquaintances. Court voided a marriage due to false affidavits on the uncle’s marital status. Girl of legal age refused to accompany petitioner, court states no further orders, but uncle’s wife is free to pursue criminal complaint and police can investigate.
Today, On 13th July, The Supreme Court questioned the retroactive application of Section 479 of the BNSS, allowing bail for first-time undertrials. This provision, addressing prison overcrowding, provides a more lenient option for release after serving one-third of the maximum sentence. The Court instructed the Central government to clarify this and emphasized the urgency of addressing prison conditions nationwide.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court stresses the significance of constructive criticism for democratic dialogue and judicial improvement. It dropped criminal contempt proceedings against a citizen, recognizing the backlog of cases and the citizen’s desperation for justice. The Court emphasized the need for a measured approach to contempt jurisdiction and encouraged citizen engagement with the judicial system.
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