Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
The Karnataka High Court upheld the Enforcement Directorate's authority to investigate and file an FIR under UAPA, rejecting the plea to quash the proceedings.
The Patna High Court has refused to grant pre-arrest bail to a company shareholder accused of issuing 857 fake GST invoices. The court noted the accused's criminal record as a factor in its decision.
The Calcutta High Court granted bail to a petitioner accused in a ganja recovery case, stating further detention was unnecessary. The ruling relied on a Supreme Court precedent emphasizing the quantity of narcotics in bail considerations.
The Orissa High Court has established a strict timeline for bail considerations in a PMLA case, requiring prompt adjudication based on an established parity with co-accused. The petitioner was directed to surrender before the trial court.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has granted anticipatory bail to journalist Vinay Arora in an extortion case related to a sting operation on female foeticide. The court previously granted bail to another journalist involved in the same case.
The Madras High Court acquitted a customs preventive officer charged with disproportionate assets, emphasizing the need for comprehensive asset assessment during investigations.
The Calcutta High Court upheld the acquittal of a Chartered Accountant in a cheque bounce case, citing insufficient evidence to establish a legally enforceable debt.
The Calcutta High Court has upheld the detention order under the PITNDPS, ruling that delays caused by obtaining No Objection Certificates from other states were satisfactorily explained. The decision emphasizes procedural compliance.
The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled that a refusal to marry in a long-term live-in relationship does not constitute rape. The decision clarifies rights concerning consent and expectations in such relationships.
The Madras High Court recently quashed corruption charges against three HR&CE Department staff accused of misappropriating temple funds. The decision reaffirms the judiciary's role in scrutinizing allegations before allowing proceedings.
The Calcutta High Court ordered the Detective Department to hasten the investigation into a ₹13 crore duping case, emphasizing the need for timely justice in such serious matters.
The Calcutta High Court differentiates between tax evasion and extortion claims while granting anticipatory bail to a former MLA. The court evaluated the gravity of the accusations against the accused’s personal circumstances.