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    Privacy Can't Shield Adultery: Article 21 Right to Privacy Not Available to an Accused Spouse, Says Supreme Court
    Privacy Can't Shield Adultery: Article 21 Right to Privacy Not Available to an Accused Spouse, Says Supreme Court
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    Privacy Can’t Shield Adultery: Article 21 Right to Privacy Not Available to an Accused Spouse, Says Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court ruled that the right to privacy under Article 21 cannot shield a spouse accused of adultery from disclosing mobile call records or hotel stay details. The Court said such evidence may be accessed to prove allegations of adultery in matrimonial disputes.

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    If You Can't Pay Fees, Apply For Scholarship: Supreme Court Rejects EWS Student's Plea Over Private Medical College Fees
    If You Can't Pay Fees, Apply For Scholarship: Supreme Court Rejects EWS Student's Plea Over Private Medical College Fees
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    If You Can’t Pay Fees, Apply For Scholarship: Supreme Court Rejects EWS Student’s Plea Over Private Medical College Fees

    The Supreme Court dismissed an EWS candidate’s plea challenging the Rs 8 lakh income limit amid high private medical college fees. Addressing affordability concerns, the Bench remarked that students unable to pay may seek scholarships, fee subvention, or financial assistance.

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    Employee Who Failed To Notify Employer Of Address Change Cannot Challenge Show-Cause Notice: Supreme Court
    Employee Who Failed To Notify Employer Of Address Change Cannot Challenge Show-Cause Notice: Supreme Court
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    Employee Who Failed To Notify Employer Of Address Change Cannot Challenge Show-Cause Notice: Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court held that an employee who remains absent without permission, fails to provide credible proof for the absence, and does not inform the employer about a change of address cannot later challenge disciplinary proceedings citing non-receipt of a show-cause notice.

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    You Are A Lady Don, You Have Lost The Credibility Of Being A Lady: Supreme Court Rejects 60-Year-Old Woman's Bail Plea In NDPS Case
    You Are A Lady Don, You Have Lost The Credibility Of Being A Lady: Supreme Court Rejects 60-Year-Old Woman's Bail Plea In NDPS Case
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    You Are A Lady Don, You Have Lost The Credibility Of Being A Lady: Supreme Court Rejects 60-Year-Old Woman’s Bail Plea In NDPS Case

    The Supreme Court denied bail to a 60-year-old woman accused under the NDPS Act, citing repeated alleged involvement in similar offences. Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra made strong observations during the hearing regarding her conduct and credibility.

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    Dismissal From Service Severely Impacts Employee And Dependents: Supreme Court Warns Authorities On Disciplinary Punishment
    Dismissal From Service Severely Impacts Employee And Dependents: Supreme Court Warns Authorities On Disciplinary Punishment
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    Dismissal From Service Severely Impacts Employee And Dependents: Supreme Court Warns Authorities On Disciplinary Punishment

    The Supreme Court held that disciplinary authorities must exercise caution before imposing dismissal from service, as such punishment severely affects employees and their dependents. The Court said dismissal should be reserved for cases involving the most serious misconduct.

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    Criminal Case Against Widow Mother Cannot Deny Son Compassionate Appointment: Supreme Court
    Criminal Case Against Widow Mother Cannot Deny Son Compassionate Appointment: Supreme Court
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    Criminal Case Against Widow Mother Cannot Deny Son Compassionate Appointment: Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court held that criminal proceedings against a deceased employee’s widow cannot be a ground to deny compassionate appointment to the son. Allowing Atul Chauhan’s appeal, the Court directed consideration of his claim under applicable Haryana service rules.

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    Delhi HC Has Territorial Jurisdiction to Hear CAPF Cases Even If Cause of Action Arose Elsewhere: Supreme Court
    Delhi HC Has Territorial Jurisdiction to Hear CAPF Cases Even If Cause of Action Arose Elsewhere: Supreme Court
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    Delhi HC Has Territorial Jurisdiction to Hear CAPF Cases Even If Cause of Action Arose Elsewhere: Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court held that BSF and other CAPF personnel can approach the Delhi High Court in service-related disputes even if the cause of action arose outside Delhi. The Court said jurisdiction exists because the Union Government and force headquarters are located in the national capital.

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    No Criminal Negligence If Driver Moved Bus On Conductor’s Whistle, Unreasonable And Illogical To Attribute Negligence: Supreme Court
    No Criminal Negligence If Driver Moved Bus On Conductor’s Whistle, Unreasonable And Illogical To Attribute Negligence: Supreme Court
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    No Criminal Negligence If Driver Moved Bus On Conductor’s Whistle, Unreasonable And Illogical To Attribute Negligence: Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court set aside the conviction of a KSRTC bus driver, holding that following a conductor’s signal to move the vehicle cannot by itself amount to criminal negligence. The Court ruled that a driver acting on the conductor’s instructions performs a normal duty and cannot be faulted without evidence of recklessness.

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    "Name of Accused Missing in Inquest Is No Ground for Bail": Supreme Court’s Key Observation
    "Name of Accused Missing in Inquest Is No Ground for Bail": Supreme Court’s Key Observation
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    “Name of Accused Missing in Inquest Is No Ground for Bail”: Supreme Court’s Key Observation

    The Supreme Court of India held that absence of an accused’s name in inquest proceedings alone cannot justify bail if investigation materials prima facie indicate involvement, while setting aside an Allahabad High Court order granting bail in a murder case.

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    High Court Registrar General Cannot Start Disciplinary Proceedings Against Judicial Officers Without Chief Justice’s Approval: Supreme Court
    High Court Registrar General Cannot Start Disciplinary Proceedings Against Judicial Officers Without Chief Justice’s Approval: Supreme Court
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    High Court Registrar General Cannot Start Disciplinary Proceedings Against Judicial Officers Without Chief Justice’s Approval: Supreme Court 

    The Supreme Court of India held that disciplinary proceedings against judicial officers are invalid unless authorised by the High Court Chief Justice or a committee constituted by him, while upholding reinstatement of a dismissed Uttarakhand civil judge and restricting Registrar General powers.

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