Unqualified Medical Practitioners: A Hazard to Rural Health
Introduction The Karnataka High Court recently addressed a critical concern plaguing rural healthcare: unqualified individuals providing medical services. In a case involving a paramedical practitioner seeking clinic registration, the Court’s dismissal shed light on the dangers posed by those without proper medical qualifications.
Bombay HC directs police officers to seek permission from the magistrates to investigate non-cognizable offences
The Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court recently directed the director general of police (DGP) to issue a circular directing the investigating agencies to seek permission from the jurisdictional magistrates to investigate non-cognizable offences in appropriate cases. “Considering the ambiguous status, I deem
Empowering Women in Family Pension Matters: In circumstances of marital disagreement, children may be nominated for pension benefits rather than the spouse
Issue: Recently, the Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 2021, were amended significantly by the Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW). This change gives female employees the power to designate their children for family pensions, taking precedence over their husbands in cases of
Jammu & Kashmir High Court Quashes Case Against In-laws, Highlights Misuse of Criminal Proceedings in Matrimonial Conflicts
The Jammu & Kashmir High Court threw out a criminal case that a woman had brought against her in-laws, ruling that legal actions cannot be used improperly to settle marital disputes. The court emphasised that carrying on with these proceedings would be a
‘consumer’ in a brothel house can be made liable: Kerala HC
Facts:- The petitioner in the case was found as a customer in a brothel house and was alleged as the 3rd accused for the offences under sections 3, 4, 5 and 7 of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956 (ITP Act). Background:- The
Karnataka High Court Upholds Justice in Conviction of Sexual Assault Case
This story isn’t just about legal proceedings; it’s about a young girl whose world was shattered by a heinous act. In a profound and pivotal moment, the Karnataka High Court, Dharwad Bench, delivered a judgment that echoed the cries for justice of an
Enhancing Women’s Representation in Indian Assemblies: A Legislative Milestone
Issues at Hand The recent passage of two crucial bills in the Indian Parliament has sparked both commendation and controversy. Amid uproar over the Lok Sabha breach on December 13, the Rajya Sabha affirmed the extension of women’s quotas to the assemblies of
Landmark Gujarat High Court Ruling Stresses Accountability and Urges Societal Shift in Addressing Gender Violence
The Gujarat High Court has emphasized the importance of addressing gender violence and the need to break the silence surrounding it. The court noted that marital rape is illegal in fifty American States, three Australian States, New Zealand, Canada, Israel, France, Sweden, Denmark,
Parliament security lapse:- Plea filed in SC, sought probe monitored by retired judge
PIL was filed by a lawyer in the SC whereby he had sought the judicial investigation under the supervision of any retired SC judge in the matter of the Lok Sabha security breach which happened on December 13, 2023. The petitioner seeks an
Kerala High Court Grants Exceptional Enrollment: A Case of Timely Justice
Introduction: The Kerala High Court’s recent decision to permit a law graduate’s enrollment, despite missing the application deadline, sparks debate on exceptions and procedural rigidity in enrollment ceremonies. The petitioner’s plea centered on delayed university results hindering timely application submission. Reasoning: In a
