Taxi drivers cannot be expected to ask for passenger details before letting them board: SC in NDPS case
It was emphasized that it is unreasonable to expect taxi drivers to collect personal details from passengers before allowing them to board.
New FIR Provisions Under BNSS: Gaps in Victim-Centric Approach Raise Concerns
The new FIR provisions being proposed and mentioned in BNSS's drafts warrant attention since the very definition of either "informant or victim" could limit access for victims to receive copies of FIR and thus hinder their effective participation in criminal proceedings.
Supreme Court Outlines Key Principles for Evaluating Circumstantial Evidence in Criminal Cases
All the five major principles for the appraisal of circumstantial evidence were introduced by the Supreme Court for criminal case investigation, which stressed the need for an overview of those details and associated links that would ensure justice.
Supreme Court: Share Capital Reduction Constitutes Capital Asset Transfer Under Income Tax Law
The Supreme Court has ruled that a reduction in share capital amounts to a transfer under the Income Tax Act, even if there is no sale of shares, thereby affecting the tax treatment of corporate restructuring transactions.
Even In The SC’s Curative Jurisdiction, An Improper Rejection Of A Juvenility Claim Is Not Final; The Supreme Court May Hear A New Plea
A new plea may be raised if the juvenility claim is improperly rejected, even within the curative jurisdiction of the Supreme Court.
Bar Council Calls for Inclusive Representation in Madras High Court Appointments
The Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry has urged the Supreme Court Collegium to prioritize inclusive representation in judicial appointments to the Madras High Court. The High Court currently operates with 66 judges against a sanctioned strength of 75. With several senior
Registration officers have to be informed if foreigners are granted bail: SC
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that when a foreign national is granted bail, the court must direct the investigating agency or state to immediately inform the Registration Officer appointed under the Registration of Foreigners Rules, 1992.
Mediated Settlements Enforceable Only with Court Approval: J&K High Court
The J&K High Court ruled that mediated settlements must receive court approval to gain enforceability as a decree, citing procedural compliance under mediation rules.
Supreme Court: Faulty Investigation Alone Cannot Lead to Acquittal in Criminal Cases
Supreme Court lays down that defective investigation by itself cannot be a ground for acquittal; courts must consider all available evidence including witness statements and medical reports in criminal cases.
Multiple inquiries on same allegations violate Article 21: Punjab & Haryana HC
State presented no compelling reason why custodial interrogation was necessary. Considering these factors, the court granted anticipatory bail to Ajay Kumar, ensuring that he remains available for investigation and fully cooperates with the authorities.
