Sonali Ahuja, Author at SCC Times

‘Injunction granted without adhering to established legal principles’; Telangana HC quashes gag order passed against The News Minute in MEIL defamation case

“The ad-interim ex-parte injunction is not only unreasoned but also does not specify the time period during which it would be in force.”

Case Briefs High Courts

Chhattisgarh HC refuses to quash FIR against Guru Ghasidas University professors who allegedly forced Hindu students to offer namaz at NSS camp

The professors contended that the complaint was lodged with a delay of two weeks, and it was politically motivated false accusations.

Case Briefs High Courts

Punjab and Haryana HC directs release of police officer’s retiral dues withheld due to pending case under Punjab Excise Act

“The petitioner virtually retired in 2018, but he is unable to get his retiral dues because of the FIR. He cannot be held guilty for non-adjudication of the FIR. The fault lies either with the Police Authorities or Public Prosecutor or Court Staff.”

Case Briefs High Courts

Two men walk free after 43 years as Allahabad HC acquits them in 1977 murder case

“The failure of the prosecution to explain the genesis and origin of the occurrence has the effect of prosecution failing to bring on record the correct version of the event.”

Case Briefs High Courts

‘Magistrate may ascertain arrestee’s condition through video conferencing or personal visit’: Gauhati HC grants bail to hospitalised arrestee not produced in 24 hours

‘Unless an order of remand under Section 187of the BNSS is passed, the initial arrest of the arrestee beyond the period of 24 hours from the time of his arrest will become illegal.’