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    Shivamogga Advocates Object to Karnataka High Court Judge Sharing Stage With Former Minister, Write to CJI
    Shivamogga Advocates Object to Karnataka High Court Judge Sharing Stage With Former Minister, Write to CJI
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    Shivamogga Advocates Object to Karnataka High Court Judge Sharing Stage With Former Minister, Write to CJI

    Advocates from the Shivamogga Bar Association have written to the CJI and the Karnataka High Court Chief Justice opposing a High Court judge’s participation in a programme presided over by former minister K.S. Eshwarappa. They said such participation may affect public confidence in judicial impartiality as cases against the former minister are pending in courts.

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    Gold Smuggling Case: Karnataka High Court Dismisses Challenge To COFEPOSA Detention Of Actress Ranya Rao
    Gold Smuggling Case: Karnataka High Court Dismisses Challenge To COFEPOSA Detention Of Actress Ranya Rao
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    Gold Smuggling Case: Karnataka High Court Dismisses Challenge To COFEPOSA Detention Of Actress Ranya Rao

    Today, On 19th December, The Karnataka High Court dismissed a petition challenging the COFEPOSA detention of Kannada actress Ranya Rao in connection with a gold smuggling case reported in March this year.

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    Gender Alone Not a Ground for Bail in Murder Cases: Supreme Court Sets Aside Karnataka High Court Order
    Gender Alone Not a Ground for Bail in Murder Cases: Supreme Court Sets Aside Karnataka High Court Order
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    Gender Alone Not a Ground for Bail in Murder Cases: Supreme Court Sets Aside Karnataka High Court Order

    The Supreme Court ruled that bail in murder cases cannot be granted solely based on gender or custody period. Setting aside the Karnataka High Court order, the Court stressed the need to examine serious allegations and specific overt acts.

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    Karnataka High Court Stays Paid Menstrual Leave for Women Employees
    Karnataka High Court Stays Paid Menstrual Leave for Women Employees
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    Karnataka High Court Stays Paid Menstrual Leave for Women Employees

    Karnataka High Court has issued an interim stay on the state’s mandatory one-day paid menstrual leave for women in private industrial establishments, following a challenge by the Bangalore Hotels Association citing legal and operational concerns.

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    “We Are the Most Racist Society”: Karnataka High Court’s Sharp Remarks in Sudhir Chaudhary FIR Hearing
    “We Are the Most Racist Society”: Karnataka High Court’s Sharp Remarks in Sudhir Chaudhary FIR Hearing
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    “We Are the Most Racist Society”: Karnataka High Court’s Sharp Remarks in Sudhir Chaudhary FIR Hearing

    The Karnataka High Court criticised Indian society for deep-rooted discrimination, calling it “one of the most racist societies in the world” during a hearing on Sudhir Chaudhary’s FIR case. The Court said societal mindset, not just politics or media, fuels communal division.

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    No GST on Hostels for Students: Supreme Court Says ‘Ultimate Use Is Residential’
    No GST on Hostels for Students: Supreme Court Says ‘Ultimate Use Is Residential’
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    No GST on Hostels for Students: Supreme Court Says ‘Ultimate Use Is Residential’

    The Supreme Court has ruled that renting a residential property to a company that uses it as a hostel for students and working professionals is exempt from GST. The Court said this ensures the “legislative intent behind residential exemption” is not defeated.

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    Rape Case: Karnataka High Court Denies Prajwal Revanna's Plea for Suspension of Life Sentence
    Rape Case: Karnataka High Court Denies Prajwal Revanna's Plea for Suspension of Life Sentence
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    Rape Case: Karnataka High Court Denies Prajwal Revanna’s Plea for Suspension of Life Sentence

    The Karnataka High Court has rejected former JD(S) leader Prajwal Revanna’s plea to suspend his life sentence in a high-profile rape case. He will remain in custody as his appeal against the conviction continues.

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    “Three Years She Was Silent”: Prajwal Revanna Claims Rape Case Is ‘Political Vendetta’ Before Karnataka High Court
    “Three Years She Was Silent”: Prajwal Revanna Claims Rape Case Is ‘Political Vendetta’ Before Karnataka High Court
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    “Three Years She Was Silent”: Prajwal Revanna Claims Rape Case Is ‘Political Vendetta’ Before Karnataka High Court

    Prajwal Revanna told the Karnataka High Court that the rape case and other charges against him were filed due to political motives. His counsel argued that multiple complaints surfaced suddenly and the investigation was biased.

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    “Smart Meter Row ‘Put to Rest’: Karnataka High Court Quashes Case Against Minister KJ George”
    “Smart Meter Row ‘Put to Rest’: Karnataka High Court Quashes Case Against Minister KJ George”
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    Smart Meter Row ‘Put to Rest’: Karnataka High Court Quashes Case Against Minister KJ George

    The Karnataka High Court has dismissed the private complaint accusing Minister KJ George of manipulating the BESCOM smart meter tender. The Court also dropped proceedings against former BESCOM MD Mahantesh Bilagi following his recent death.

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    Karnataka High Court Blocks New Recruitment Under SC/ST Quota Hike Law; Allows Ongoing Hiring With Strict Conditions
    Karnataka High Court Blocks New Recruitment Under SC/ST Quota Hike Law; Allows Ongoing Hiring With Strict Conditions
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    Karnataka High Court Blocks New Recruitment Under SC/ST Quota Hike Law; Allows Ongoing Hiring With Strict Conditions

    The Karnataka High Court has stopped the State from issuing new recruitment notifications under the 2022 SC/ST reservation hike law but allowed previously announced recruitments to continue provisionally. All ongoing appointments must clearly state they are subject to the final outcome of the case.

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