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‘Fair criticism of judicial act in Internal notes does not amount to contempt’; M.P. High Court dismisses proceedings against Tehsildar, SDO

“The Government functions in bureaucratic manner and every opinion has to be recorded in writing. The permission for granting appeal has to be in writing.”

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Mere occasional harassment or misbehavior does not amount to abetment to suicide: MP High Court

“Abetment requires a mental process of instigating or aiding a person in committing an act. Without a positive act of instigation or aiding, a charge under Section 306 IPC cannot be sustained.”

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‘No power to de-empanel a hospital’; Rajasthan High Court quashes Medipulse Hospital’s De-Empanelment under Central Govt Health Scheme

The Court held that the de-empanelment order was issued in contravention of natural justice principles due to the lack of proper notice and opportunity for the petitioner to respond.

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“No fundamental right violated over non-acquisition of land”; MP High Court dismisses plea challenging land exclusion

The Court noted that the land’s exclusion was based on expert recommendations and legal restrictions, including Regulation 119, which prohibits acquiring land within 45 meters of a railway or highway.

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Commission of scheduled offence is a prerequisite for prosecuting an offence under Prevention of Money Laundering Act: J&K High Court

The Court quashed the complaint, charge sheet, and charges framed by the Designated Special Court, Srinagar, under the PMLA.

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1992 Ajmer Sex Scandal | POCSO Court, Jaipur convicts 6 accused to life imprisonment after 32 Years

The 1992 Ajmer Sex scandal involved systematic sexual exploitation and blackmail of schoolgirls, aged between 11 and 20 years, using nude photographs.

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Service of grounds of detention in language understood by detenu is a crucial Constitutional Right: J&K High Court

“Communication means imparting to the petitioner sufficient and effective knowledge of the facts and circumstances on which the order of detention is passed and such communication in such language which the petitioner understands.”

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MP High Court dismisses ‘missing person’ petition, imposes ₹ 10K Cost on Husband for misusing Judicial System

The petitioner’s wife informed the Court that she had left the petitioner’s house in 2006 due to his merciless beatings of her and their sons and the petitioner is fully aware of the reasons for her departure.

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Balancing victim’s safety and accused rights, Rajasthan High Court grants parole away from Rape survivor’s residence

The Court directed that the petitioner’s parole will be cancelled if he is involved in any offence or if any report of misconduct is lodged against him during the parole period.

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Construction/excavation activity cannot be allowed on forest land earmarked for ‘Social Forestry’: MP High Court

“Possibility cannot be ruled out, as per the prevalent practice, persons involved in mining or excavation stone etc. tend to expand the area of operation and in that spree, licensee tends to excavate the sand or other minerals beyond the prescribed limit.”

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No police personnel be sent for police band training without their written consent: Madhya Pradesh High Court

The petitioners challenged the impugned orders detailing them for training in a dummy team to participate in the police band.

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Planned hunting of Schedule-I animal like Tiger is grave threat to wildlife and forests; MP High Court denies bail

The State Tiger Strike Force recovered a nylon bag which contained 49 bones, 14 nails, and 31 mustache hairs of a tiger from applicant 1.

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Coparcener/co-sharer cannot alienate specific piece of Joint Family Property without Partition: MP High Court

Madhya Pradesh High Court upheld orders restraining the petitioners from raising construction on the disputed land.

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MP High Court approves Synchronization of ICJS with SANDES APP for enhanced Criminal Justice System

The Court scheduled the matter for 16-10-2024, with directions to NIC Team to submit the concept note with further developments.

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“Advocates can’t pressurise Courts to pass favorable orders”; MP High Court condemns Counsel’s ‘fee recovery from client’ comment

“After realizing that the Court may not pass a favourable order, if an attempt is made by a Lawyer to seek adjournment, then it is a glaring example of Bench hunting.”

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“Accused’s right to lead defense evidence cannot be curtailed”; J&K High Court sets aside conviction; remands Acid Attack case to Trial Court

“Right to fair trial, presumption of innocence unless proven guilty and proof by the prosecution of its case beyond any reasonable doubt are the fundamentals of our criminal jurisprudence.”

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J&K High Court awards Rs. 20 Lacs compensation for electric shock induced permanent disability

The Court noted that the electric shock resulted in the petitioner having a 75% disability from orthopedic side and 15% deformity disability.

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Protection and Welfare of J&K’s Ancient Hindu Temples| J&K High Court dismisses PIL as withdrawn; grants liberty to file fresh PIL

The petitioner prayed to withdraw PIL with the liberty to file a fresh, as the petitioner wants to file a detailed representation before the concerned authorities regarding specific instances of temple property encroachment by the Mafia.