Delhi High Court Grants Widow Ex-Gratia Compensation for Husband’s Electrocution Death
The Delhi High Court awarded an ex-gratia compensation of Rs. 10 lakhs to a widow for her husband's death by electrocution, citing no conclusive evidence of negligence by BSES.
Section 21 of the Arbitration Act Ignored. Should’ve sought court intervention : Delhi HC
The court held that a party cannot unilaterally grant the jurisdiction to the arbitrator, even if the arbitrator has already been named.
The married person in a live-in relationship facing threat must be given protection: Punjab & Haryana H.C.
It was held that every person has bodily autonomy, and the assault on the live-in couple will be a casualty.
Supreme Court Stands Firm Against Contempt Convict’s Attempt to Derail Sentencing
Supreme Court continues sentencing for contempt against the chairman of Suraz India Trust, notwithstanding all attempts by him to derail the process, developing judicial authority and misuse of court resources.
Supreme Court Bars Black and White Photographs Without Prior Permission
The Supreme Court has ordered that black and white photographs cannot be submitted without prior permission, citing issues with clarity and quality.
Lawyer pulled up by C.J.I. during RG Kar Hearing
C.J.I. asked him to lower his pitch as the address is being made to the judges and not to the people watching through video conferencing.
Challenge to Section 69 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita: PIL Filed in Kerala High Court
A lawyer challenges Section 69 of the Bhaaratiya Nyaya Sanhita in the Kerala High Court, arguing that it violates constitutional rights and reflects gender bias.
Mere possession of mobile phones is not a ground to cancel parole.
It was opined by the larger bench that it can be a violation of the fair trial as the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
No automatic application of presumption under 113-A if the wife dies within 7 years of marriage.
When the presumption is raised under section 113-A, the prosecution must show that there was cruelty and continuous harassment.
Calcutta High Court Directs CBI to Probe Objectionable Comments in RG Kar Rape-Murder Case
The Calcutta High Court directs the CBI to investigate offensive social media comments about the victim in the RG Kar rape-murder case, with cooperation from the state police's cyber cell.
