Background The Punjab & Haryana High Court has refused to grant relief to a man who allegedly forced individuals suspected of theft to parade publicly while holding placards that read “I Am a Thief.” The case revolves around concerns of vigilante justice, violation of human dignity, and fundamental rights, as the accused took the law […]
Background The Delhi High Court has rejected the bail plea of an individual accused of involvement in terror financing activities in Jammu & Kashmir. The accused was arrested under stringent anti-terror laws, including the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA), for allegedly facilitating financial transactions that aided terrorist organizations operating in the region. The prosecution
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Background The Bombay High Court has ruled that resignation from service can be considered as retirement, thereby making an individual eligible for pensionary benefits. The decision was made in a case involving a former judge who had resigned before reaching the age of superannuation but later sought pensionary entitlements. The state authorities had denied the
Background The Delhi High Court has ruled that cases involving serious allegations of fraud are not arbitrable and should be adjudicated by courts rather than arbitral tribunals. The ruling comes in response to a dispute where one party sought to invoke arbitration to resolve allegations of financial fraud, while the opposing party contended that such
Background The Delhi High Court has sought a response from the Central Government regarding a petition challenging the appointment of Mazhar Asif as the Vice-Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia University. The plea, filed by a concerned petitioner, questions the legality and procedural correctness of the selection process, arguing that Asif’s appointment did not adhere to
Background The Gauhati High Court has ruled that fizzy fruit juices should be classified as “fruit-based drinks” rather than “aerated beverages,” thereby attracting a Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 12% instead of 28%. The decision was issued in response to a petition filed by a beverage company challenging the classification of their fruit-based fizzy
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Background A woman has approached the Bombay High Court, challenging the unauthorized use of her photograph in government advertisements and political campaigns. The petitioner claims that her image was used without her consent in multiple public awareness campaigns initiated by the state government, as well as in political promotional materials. She contends that such actions
Background The Kerala High Court has ruled that printing agencies and advertisers will be held accountable for illegal hoardings put up by their clients. The judgment comes in response to increasing concerns over unregulated advertisements that obstruct public spaces, violate municipal regulations, and contribute to urban clutter. The case was brought before the court after
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Background The Bombay High Court has quashed the criminal case filed against renowned singer Kailash Kher over his song Babam Bam. The case was initiated following allegations that the lyrics of the song were offensive to religious sentiments. The complaint, filed by certain groups, accused Kher of disrespecting religious beliefs and hurting sentiments through the
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Background The Karnataka High Court has issued an order restraining media houses and individuals from making defamatory statements against the stepfather of actress Ranya Rao. The court’s directive comes in response to a petition filed by the stepfather, who alleged that various media platforms were circulating false and malicious content against him, causing harm to
