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FeaturedThe Supreme Court mandated that an accused must be heard before cognizance under the PMLA, emphasizing due process rights. The ruling reinforces the necessity of judicial prudence in the application of preventive measures under the PMLA.
FeaturedThe RBI issued a notification updating the implementation of Section 51A of the UAPA, aligning Indian regulations with the UNSC's 1267/1989 sanctions on ISIL and Al-Qaida. This marks a crucial step in enhancing compliance with international counter-terrorism financing obligations.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court overturned the High Court's bail order under the PMLA due to neglect of the twin conditions specified in Section 45, emphasizing adherence to statutory requirements.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court granted bail in a PMLA case, noting prolonged custody and lack of imminent trial, highlighting custodial rights and the need for timely justice.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has denied anticipatory bail to Professor Dr. MK Ram, accused of harassing a Dalit student who committed suicide. The court characterized his conduct as inhuman, emphasizing that he must face accountability.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings following a full One-Time Settlement (OTS), highlighting the absence of surviving claims and ensuring parity among co-accused.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court ruled that judicial decisions relying on AI-generated or fictitious precedents are unsustainable, mandating fresh adjudication under Section 7 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC).
FeaturedIn a pivotal decision, the Karnataka High Court granted bail to a former MLA under the PMLA, emphasizing that Article 21 rights override the statutory conditions for bail under the Act.
FeaturedThe Calcutta High Court has quashed a long-standing corruption conviction, citing flaws in witness testimony from the Income Tax Department that affected the integrity of the investigation.
FeaturedThe Madras High Court condemned the creation of morphed obscene images of women, stating it constitutes a significant violation of privacy and dignity and mandated police action.
FeaturedThe Calcutta HC ruled that unsuccessful efforts at recovering dues under IBC cannot lead to criminal prosecution, highlighting the distinction between civil and criminal proceedings.
FeaturedThe Calcutta High Court has quashed an attachment order under the PMLA, ruling it did not meet the essential mandatory procedural safeguards laid out in Section 107, including the requirement of a 'reason to believe'.
FeaturedThe Calcutta High Court quashed an attachment order under the PMLA, affirming that mandatory safeguards cannot be bypassed without proper justification. The court emphasized the necessity of prior notice and opportunity to be heard.