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    Patna High Court Quashes Assault Case Against Bettiah Ex-DM: ‘Retaliatory, Vexatious and Abuse of Process’
    Patna High Court Quashes Assault Case Against Bettiah Ex-DM: ‘Retaliatory, Vexatious and Abuse of Process’
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    Patna High Court Quashes Assault Case Against Bettiah Ex-DM: ‘Retaliatory, Vexatious and Abuse of Process’

    The Patna High Court quashed the assault case against Bettiah Ex-DM Dilip Kumar, calling the charges retaliatory, vexatious and an abuse of process in communal tension context.

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    Breath Analyser Test Not Sufficient For Alcohol Consumption, To Be Ascertained By Blood Or Urine Tests: Patna High Court
    Breath Analyser Test Not Sufficient For Alcohol Consumption, To Be Ascertained By Blood Or Urine Tests: Patna High Court
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    Breath Analyser Test Not Sufficient For Alcohol Consumption, To Be Ascertained By Blood Or Urine Tests: Patna High Court

    Patna High Court rules that a breath analyser test is not sufficient for proving alcohol consumption, stressing that only blood or urine tests can conclusively establish guilt under prohibition laws.

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    Supreme Court To Review Bihar Prohibition Law: Validity Of Section 58 On Collector’s Confiscation Powers Under Challenge
    Supreme Court To Review Bihar Prohibition Law: Validity Of Section 58 On Collector’s Confiscation Powers Under Challenge
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    Supreme Court To Review Bihar Prohibition Law: Validity Of Section 58 On Collector’s Confiscation Powers Under Challenge

    The Supreme Court has agreed to examine the constitutional validity of Section 58 of the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016, which empowers District Collectors to confiscate vehicles in liquor cases. The move comes after Bihar challenged a Patna High Court ruling that quashed the confiscation and auction of a seized SUV.

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    Patna High Court Recruitment 2025 | 111 Stenographer Vacancies-Salary Rs 81,100: Apply Here Online Before Sept 19
    Patna High Court Recruitment 2025 | 111 Stenographer Vacancies-Salary Rs 81,100: Apply Here Online Before Sept 19
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    Patna High Court Recruitment 2025 | 111 Stenographer Vacancies-Salary Rs 81,100: Apply Here Online Before Sept 19

    Apply online for Patna High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2025 with 111 vacancies. Check eligibility, salary up to Rs 81,100, and the last date to apply is September 19.

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    Justice Abhay Oka Says Public Has Right to Know Justice BV Nagarathna’s Dissent on Justice Vipul Pancholi’s Elevation
    Justice Abhay Oka Says Public Has Right to Know Justice BV Nagarathna’s Dissent on Justice Vipul Pancholi’s Elevation
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    Centre to Ignore Justice BV Nagarathna’s Dissent: “Will Proceed with Justice Vipul Pancholi’s Elevation”

    Centre has decided to move ahead with the elevation of Justice Vipul Pancholi, despite Justice BV Nagarathna’s strong opposition. Sources said the government will proceed with the appointment, making clear that her dissent will not stall the process.

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    Justice Nagarathna Dissent: Why Supreme Court Collegium Split Over Chief Justice Pancholi’s Elevation
    Justice Nagarathna Dissent: Why Supreme Court Collegium Split Over Chief Justice Pancholi’s Elevation
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    Justice Nagarathna Dissent: Why Supreme Court Collegium Split Over Chief Justice Pancholi’s Elevation

    The Supreme Court Collegium’s move to elevate Patna HC Chief Justice Vipul Pancholi saw dissent from Justice B.V. Nagarathna. She flagged concerns over seniority and regional representation in appointments.

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    Supreme Court Backs SBI: No Detailed Reasons Needed If Inquiry Report Accepted in Disciplinary Cases
    Supreme Court Backs SBI: No Detailed Reasons Needed If Inquiry Report Accepted in Disciplinary Cases
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    Supreme Court Backs SBI: No Detailed Reasons Needed If Inquiry Report Accepted in Disciplinary Cases

    The Supreme Court restored SBI’s punishment against a messenger found guilty of bribery, ruling that disciplinary authorities need not give detailed reasons if they agree with the inquiry officer’s findings. This strengthens SBI’s stand on strict anti-corruption measures.

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    "We are more pained about how you discharge your duties" — Supreme Court Slams Bihar IPS Officer for ‘Shockingly Irresponsible’ Affidavit in Murder Case
    "We are more pained about how you discharge your duties" — Supreme Court Slams Bihar IPS Officer for ‘Shockingly Irresponsible’ Affidavit in Murder Case
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    “We are more pained about how you discharge your duties” — Supreme Court Slams Bihar IPS Officer for ‘Shockingly Irresponsible’ Affidavit in Murder Case

    The Supreme Court rebuked IPS officer Ashok Mishra for filing a contradictory affidavit that appeared to favor murder convicts. The bench accepted his apology but warned him to uphold “loyalty to the Constitution over subservience to superiors.”

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    Dharmasthala Burial Row | "This Is A Gag Order": Supreme Court Refuses To Hear YouTube Channel’s Plea, Asks First Knock On Karnataka HC’s Door
    Dharmasthala Burial Row | "This Is A Gag Order": Supreme Court Refuses To Hear YouTube Channel’s Plea, Asks First Knock On Karnataka HC’s Door
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    CJI Gavai Refuses to Hear Ex-Bihar MLA’s Plea Over Bungalow Overstay: “One Should Not Hold On to Govt Accommodation Endlessly”

    Today, On 22nd July, CJI Gavai refuses to entertain ex-Bihar MLA’s plea against Rs.20 lakh rent for overstaying in a government bungalow. Observes, “One should not hold on to government accommodation endlessly,” stressing the need for accountability and fairness.

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    Supreme Court Slams Gujarat Power Body: 'Can’t Act Like Private Entity', Rejects GUVNL Pleas on Wind Energy Tariff
    Supreme Court Slams Gujarat Power Body: 'Can’t Act Like Private Entity', Rejects GUVNL Pleas on Wind Energy Tariff
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    ‘Saviour Turned Devil’: Supreme Court Cancels Bail of Bihar Shelter Home Officer Accused of Sexual Abuse

    Supreme Court slams ex-superintendent of Bihar women’s home for alleged sexual exploitation of inmates. Cancels her bail, saying her actions “shook the conscience of the court.”

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