Husband’s request for money from his wife’s parents to support their child is not considered a dowry demand: Patna HC

Husband’s request for money from his wife’s parents to support their child is not considered a dowry demand: Patna HC

Apr 11, 2024

It has been recently observed by the Patna High Court that when a husband requests money from his wife’s parents to meet the expenses of the upbringing of the couple’s newborn child, then such a demand does not amount to dowry harassment. Justice

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Delhi High Court requests Sports Ministry response to Wrestling Federation of India’s appeal against suspension

Delhi High Court requests Sports Ministry response to Wrestling Federation of India’s appeal against suspension

Apr 11, 2024

On 9th April, the Delhi HC sought the Centre’s response to a plea filed by the Wrestling Federation of India, whereby the suspension was challenged. The notice was issued by Justice Subramonium Prasad, to the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports for

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The plea filed in the Supreme Court; seeks protection of the voting rights of displaced Manipur residents

The plea filed in the Supreme Court; seeks protection of the voting rights of displaced Manipur residents

Apr 11, 2024

Recently, a plea has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking protection of 18000 Manipur residents who fled Manipur due to the ethnic conflict going on since last year. The plea was filed by Naulak Khamsuanthang and others urging the election commission to

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Supreme Court Relieves Delhi Metro of Rs 8000 Crore Liability in Landmark Judgment

Supreme Court Relieves Delhi Metro of Rs 8000 Crore Liability in Landmark Judgment

Apr 10, 2024

In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has overturned its 2021 judgment, relieving the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) of a staggering liability amounting to approximately Rs 8000 crores. The ruling comes as a relief to the DMRC, overturning a previous arbitral

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Allahabad High Court Declares ‘Kanyadan’ Not Mandatory for Hindu Marriages, Upholds Saptpadi as Essential Ritual

Allahabad High Court Declares ‘Kanyadan’ Not Mandatory for Hindu Marriages, Upholds Saptpadi as Essential Ritual

Apr 9, 2024

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that the ‘kanyadan’ ritual, a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony, is not essential for the solemnization of marriage under the Hindu Marriage Act. The decision was prompted by a revision plea filed by Ashutosh Yadav, who contested a

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Supreme Court: Unless it affects voting, candidates are not required to reveal every item of movable property they own

Supreme Court: Unless it affects voting, candidates are not required to reveal every item of movable property they own

Apr 9, 2024

Issue:The Supreme Court’s decision about the scope of a candidate’s duty to provide personal assets and information in the interest of electoral transparency and the right to privacy, especially with regard to moveable property. Facts: The Supreme Court ruled in the Karikho Kri

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Supreme Court Upholds the fundamental right to Climate Change protection, modifies the power line ban

Supreme Court Upholds the fundamental right to Climate Change protection, modifies the power line ban

Apr 9, 2024

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that people have a fundamental right to be free from the adverse effects of climate change, emphasising that countries like India must uphold their international obligations for healthy and sustainable development. The court, comprising Chief Justice

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40-Year-Old Trademark Dispute Decided By Delhi HC

40-Year-Old Trademark Dispute Decided By Delhi HC

Apr 9, 2024

One of the oldest intellectual property disputes which was pending before the Delhi HC has been disposed of by it. Justice Pratibha M. Singh had passed the order in the case after nearly 40 years PM Diesels Private Limited had filed the suit

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Supreme Court Inclined to Quash Money Laundering Case in Chhattisgarh Liquor Policy Scam

Supreme Court Inclined to Quash Money Laundering Case in Chhattisgarh Liquor Policy Scam

Apr 9, 2024

Introduction: In a recent development, the Supreme Court has expressed a leaning towards quashing a money laundering case related to the alleged Chhattisgarh liquor policy scam. The case involves several accused, including IAS officer Atul Tuteja and his son Yash Tuteja. The court’s

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Petition Filed with Punjab and Haryana High Court Seeking to Halt Cricket Matches at Mullanpur Stadium

Petition Filed with Punjab and Haryana High Court Seeking to Halt Cricket Matches at Mullanpur Stadium

Apr 8, 2024

A PIL petition was filed before the Punjab and Haryana High Court whereby it was sought to restrain the conduct of the cricket matches at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium at Mullanpur , Mohali Nikhil Thamman a final year sudent at

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