On March 6th: The Orissa High Court ruled in favor of a housewife in a disproportionate assets case, stating that assets in her name did not make her the principal accused. The court emphasized the dependence of an unemployed wife on her husband’s earnings and shifted the burden of proving the source of income for assets in her name to the husband.
The Orissa High Court has directed police and the DMET over a case of medical negligence involving the death of 12-year-old Md. Aftab. Efforts to expedite the inquiry and emphasize accountability were stressed, following a petition filed against the inaction of the Purighat police station in Cuttack. The court has demanded inquiries and affidavits by March 4, 2024.
The Orissa High Court overturned an AAAR decision on GST for Pioneer Bakers’ Go Cool outlets, emphasizing natural justice principles. Sandeep Sehgal, Partner Tax at AKM Global, highlights the decision’s significance for fairness in taxpayer dealings. The ruling ensures transparency and a fair opportunity for taxpayers in legal proceedings, setting a crucial precedent.
The Orissa High Court ruled that being present at a brothel does not automatically make one guilty of trafficking or sexual exploitation. Justice Mishra stressed the need for concrete evidence before implicating individuals under IPC Sections 370 (3) and 370 A (2). The judgment sets a precedent for fair legal proceedings in such cases.
The Orissa High Court has ordered the revival of hereditary “Danadhyakshya” seva rights at the Puri Jagannath Temple, emphasizing the preservation of traditional practices and cultural heritage. The court directed the Temple Administration to reinstate these rights within three months, highlighting the injustice of ceasing the tradition due to financial constraints.
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 Orissa High Court, in a nuanced judgment, has permitted public speaker and activist Puspendra Kulasrestha to participate in a seminar in Sambalpur, albeit with strict conditions aimed at preserving communal harmony and national security. The court’s decision comes with the explicit directive that Kulasrestha “shall not speak anything against any other religion” and that […]
The Orissa High Court recently bid adieu to its 33rd Chief Justice, Subhasis Talapatra, who concluded his brief 56-day tenure. At a Full Court Reference graced by numerous legal luminaries, Justice Talapatra expressed his heartfelt gratitude to his team and delved into the intricate nature of the judicial role. He underscored the imperative for judges […]
In a landmark judgment, the Orissa High Court has confirmed the conviction of six contractors found guilty of abducting two workers, forcing them into bonded labour, and subsequently committing the heinous act of severing their palms from their wrists. Justices Bibhu Prasad Routray and Chittaranjan Dash, while delivering the judgment, remarked, “In the present, we […]
In a significant development, the Orissa High Court has directed the state government to form a High-Level Committee to oversee the inventory preparation of the ‘Ratna Bhandar‘ (Treasury) of the revered Shri Jagannath Temple in Puri. This directive was issued in response to a plea by BJP leader Samir Mohanty. Mohanty’s plea sought the formation […]