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FeaturedThe Gauhati High Court has denied anticipatory bail for an applicant in a fake GST invoice case involving a tax liability of ₹3.12 crore, noting the necessity of custodial interrogation.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court of India ruled that the pre-2008 Section 79 of the IT Act does not provide immunity to intermediaries from defamation claims under the IPC. The ruling allows the matter to proceed to trial, highlighting the legal responsibilities of intermediaries.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has issued ten directives aimed at expediting trials in dowry-related cases, mandating courts to frame charges within 90 days and limiting adjournments to improve the enforcement of laws against dowry deaths and cruelty.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has sought the Tamil Nadu government's response regarding a public prosecutor who failed to present critical evidence in a rape case, questioning the prosecutor’s credibility.
FeaturedThe Bombay High Court has quashed a front-running FIR, determining that only SEBI has the authority to initiate prosecution under Section 26 of the SEBI Act, thereby impacting the prosecution landscape of securities law violations.
FeaturedThe Karnataka High Court has ordered a statewide audit of CCTV installations in police stations, criticizing the government's failure to adhere to Supreme Court directives regarding operational surveillance systems.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court ruled that High Courts are not permitted to conduct factual trials while quashing FIRs, reinforcing the need for investigations before factual determinations are made.
FeaturedIn a crucial ruling, the Supreme Court clarified that the limitation period under Section 468 of the CrPC begins from the filing of a complaint rather than from the cognizance taken by a magistrate. This overturns a prior Delhi High Court order.
FeaturedThe Delhi High Court has condemned the ED's tactic of linking a closed FIR to an ongoing Enforcement Case Information Report in a money laundering investigation.
FeaturedThe Allahabad High Court has directed a CBI inquiry into an alleged police encounter where the accused reportedly fired upon the police. The court seeks an independent investigation due to concerns over the incident's legitimacy.
FeaturedThe Reserve Bank of India has announced updates to the UNSC’s Sanctions List concerning ISIL and Al-Qaida under Section 51A of the UAPA, impacting financial institutions. This amendment includes the addition of 21 entries, enhancing compliance measures.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has granted bail to an accused under the UAPA Act after noting that prolonged detention and trial delays violated the individual's right to a speedy trial under Article 21 of the Constitution. This ruling reinforces the judiciary's commitment to upholding fundamental rights.
FeaturedThe Bombay High Court has canceled the bail of the owners of a Goa nightclub involved in a deadly fire. This decision emphasizes accountability and the seriousness of safety regulations in public venues.