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“Government resolutions cannot override statutory rules”; Supreme Court upholds Bombay HC’s decision in dispute related to appointment of ACF

The Supreme Court proposed that service rules are liable to prevail, and that there can be Government resolutions in consonance and not in conflict with those rules.

Bar Council of India opens the doors for Foreign Lawyers and Foreign Law Firms in India

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BCI clarifies on entry of foreign law firms and lawyers in India

On the pretext of some misgivings in circulation regarding the recently published BCI notification allowing entry of foreign lawyers and law firms in India, BCI clarified the restricted scope for practice.

Case Briefs Supreme Court

High Court’s belief of self-righteousness or smugness while exercising judicial review should not overawe other authorities discharging statutory duties: Supreme Court

Apart from the impugned order passed by Kerala High Court in the issue relating to illegal alienation of Church’s immovable properties, the Supreme Court said that the High Court crossed all the boundaries of judicial activism and judicial restraint by passing subsequent orders in the present matter, overawing the other authorities.

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NCLAT upholds NCLT’s rejection to dislodge resolution plan against POSCO India Processing Center Private Limited

NCLAT observed that allowing present appeal holding the Successful Resolution Applicant ineligible would automatically make the resolution plan redundant.

Case Briefs High Courts

Kerala High Court upholds Commercial Court’s refusal to accept delayed written statement

Referring to the amended portion of Commercial Courts Act, 2015 with Supreme Court’s interpretation, Kerala High Court found the Commercial Court’s refusal for acceptance after delay in filing written statement beyond 120 days justified.

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Bombay High Court dismisses petition against Uddhav Thackeray in disproportionate assets case

While dismissing the petition seeking ED/CBI probe in Uddhav Thackeray income source along with other office bearers of Shivsena party, Bombay High Court held the same to be an abuse of the process of law.

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Builder not giving possession on time; NCDRC slams with compensation for delay in delivery of possession

In another case of delayed possession of flats by builder in Gurugram, NCDRC directed the builder to compensate the homebuyers for delay and differences of brochure and builder homebuyer agreement.

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Bar Council of India opens the doors for Foreign Lawyers and Foreign Law Firms in India

On the pretext of the words by V.R. Krishna Iyer, J. on the Indian legal profession being treated among the noble professions, and restricting commercial competition or procurement associated with the legal profession, Bar Council of India allows entry of foreign lawyers and foreign law firms in India.

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NCDRC allows Rs 20 lakhs compensation to patient suffering 80% disability; reiterates doctor’s legal obligations to patients

Accepting the exceptionally challenging nature of treatment of high voltage burns, NCDRC held the doctor liable to the extent of performing LD Flap surgery, otherwise recommended to be performed by plastic surgeons.

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Judicial Appointments| Supreme Court directs Madhya Pradesh High Court to fill 10% seats by Limited Departmental Competitive Examination

Supreme Court did not agree with the MP High Court’s consideration and dismissal of the present matter as reliefs sought under the Writ of Quo Warranto.

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“Total negligence and lapse on part of the jail authorities in providing medical treatment”; Bombay High Court awards compensation to family for death in custody

Bombay High Court directed the State of Maharashtra to pay compensation of Rs 10 lakhs to the petitioners and left the State at liberty to recover the same from officers at fault.

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Protection of Wild/Captive Elephants| Supreme Court empowers High-Powered Committee constituted by Tripura High Court; extends jurisdiction to PAN India

Supreme Court empowered the High-Powered Committee constituted by Tripura High Court with jurisdiction across India for advancement of the cause of welfare, care and rehabilitation of elephants and other wild animals.

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Electricity connection cannot be refused due to outstanding dues of erstwhile owner: Jharkhand High Court

Jharkhand High Court quashed the communication by JBVNL rejecting electrical connection due to outstanding dues of the erstwhile owner of the premises.

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Section 138 of NI Act, 1881: All you need to know about Cheque Bounce Notice

A cheque bounce notice lays the foundation of a Court case under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. Explore the rules, format, and frequently asked questions around the legal notice for cheque bounce.

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[Relief for Homebuyers] NCLT approves resolution plan of Suraksha Realty in Jaypee Infratech case

The National Company Law Tribunal (Delhi Bench) passed orders in favour of aggrieved homebuyers ordering JAL/JIL/Jaypee/RP to continue with adjusting the delay compensation.

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“Newborn baby includes both ‘full term’ or ‘pre-term’”; Bombay High Court directs payment of insurance claim

Bombay High Court rejected the insurance company’s contentions and directed them to pay the claim of Rs 11,05,953 to the petitioner with interest and Rs 5 lakhs as costs of litigation.

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International Women’s Day 2023 | Inspiring Quotes from Women in Law and Power

For the days you doubt yourself as a woman, another woman may become a torch bearer for you. On International Women’s Day

Case Briefs Supreme Court

Trial in a Dowry Death case prompts Supreme Court to reiterate guidelines for exercising powers under Section 319 of CrPC

The Supreme Court directed the Trial Court to follow the guidelines extensively iterated by the Constitution Bench in the case of Sukhpal Singh Khaira for summoning the appellant as an additional accused.

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“Stamp Duty is only payable for additional area purchased under Re-development Agreement”: Bombay High Court

Bombay High Court quashed two of State Government’s circulars, limited the stamp duty only to additional area purchased during redevelopment, and laid several pointers which shall apply further beyond the facts of the present matter.

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Bombay High Court grants anticipatory bail to auto driver in a POCSO matter

Referring to the auto driver expressing his liking to the minor girl without any sexual intent, Bombay High Court granted anticipatory bail holding that he prima facie deserves protection from arrest.