Kerala HC- Smell Alone of Ganja Solely Is Not Sufficient Evidence To Accuse.
Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas highlighted the potential misuse of the NDPS act. Continuously, Kerala HC recently dismissed criminal proceedings started against a man accused under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act ( NDPS Act), On Jan 3, 2023, accused Ibnu Shijil alleged
Delhi HC Orders Samajwadi Party to Remove Defamatory Tweet About BJP’s Amit Malviya
The Delhi High court subsequently directed the Samajwadi Party to delete the particular tweet that was defaming BJP IT Cell head Amit Malviya by falsely accusing him of rape. This decision reaffirms the legal limitations regarding political parties’ operation on social media, as
Inquiry against Judicial Officer Ordered by Allahabad High Court for Issuing Summons under Gangster Act Case While On leave
The Allahabad High Court ordered an investigation against a judicial officer who, despite the officer's alleged absence that day, issued a summons against two accused to stand trial for the offence under Section 3(1) U.P. Gangsters Act
Compensation for Business Closure is Taxable: Kerala HC
Lately, the Kerala High Court made a decision that is likely to affect many business entities seeking exemption from taxation for amounts received for the purpose of winding up a business entity. In this decision, the law becomes more certain in a realm
Madras HC quashed the bar association’s order restraining the lawyer from appearing before any court
The bench of Justice SM Subramaniam and Justice C Kumarappan observed that the right to practice law is a fundamental right that cannot be barred from bar association by suspension. Continuously, added advocate should maintain a cordial relationship with the members of the
Kerala HC dismissed the plea against disclosure of the Hema committee report
Justice VG Arun dismissed the plea filed by Malayalam film producer Sajimon Parayil, saying the publication of the report could adversely affect the film industry. The Justice K Hema Committee, set up in 2017 and the report was submitted in 2019. Lesly John,
Supreme Court Upholds Bail as Norm, Even in UAPA Cases
The Supreme Court, in a recent judgment, has reaffirmed the innate principle that the ‘right to be let off on bail’ is much more cherished than the ‘right to remain in custody’ especially under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). The Court recently
Allahabad High Court steps in to “restore the PhD student’s admission”
Justice Alok Mathur observed that substantial research is essential for a developing to a developed nation. It is improper to hamper students from completing their studies due to legal technicalities while they are near completion. Background The petitioner, A law graduate was admitted
Delhi HC Reaffirms DGCA’s Authority on Aircraft Categorization, Stresses on Aviation Security
In a recent judgement that highlights the role of professional supervision in aviation, the Delhi High Court has backed the DGCA’s right to categorize aircraft and determine the requirements for pilot training. This decision, which involved a candidate suing the national aviation administration
“Delhi High Court Rules Settlement Consideration as Capital Gains, Not Salary Profits”
The bench of Justice Yashwant Varma and Justice Ravinder Dudeja Observed the tribunal made a fundamental error by distinguishing between a ” perquisite” and “profit in lieu of salary” mentioned in Section 17(3) addresses compensation received from an employer upon termination or modification
