NHRC takes cognizance of 50 students being forced to walk 14 kms through forest daily in Pachedoddi Village, Karnataka
The NHRC directed State Authorities to investigate the claims and file an Action Taken Report within two weeks.
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Supreme Court stays Aravalli order; directs constitution of High-Powered Committee to clarify definition of Aravalli Hills and Ranges and its ecological impact
Strong concerns are raised about misinterpretation and improper implementation of the newly adopted definition of the Aravalli Hills and Ranges. Their dissent arises from perceived ambiguity in the directives, creating a pressing need for further clarification to avoid regulatory gaps that could undermine the ecological integrity of the Aravalli region.
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Defamation battle between Brother and Sister: Bombay High Court urges siblings to “learn to give up than to give into litigation”
“Sibling bond is for moral support which makes this relationship very special. However, nowadays, sadly, siblings don’t stand together but against each other in court of law.”
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‘Arbitrary and Discriminatory’: Bombay HC quashes Maharashtra Pollution Control Board circular restricting hazardous waste operations
“The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board has no jurisdiction to curtail the business activities of the company by restricting the area of its operation.”
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“Income from YouTube not quantified”: Allahabad HC allows YouTuber wife’s maintenance claim
The Court stated that unless the total income of both parties, such as ITR, pay slips, or any other document supporting the claims regarding their income, was placed on record, only then could a correct assessment be made and an appropriate order could be passed for maintenance.
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Bombay High Court orders immediate takedown of AI-generated deepfake content infringing Shilpa Shetty Kudra’s privacy and dignity
“A person’s much less a woman’s dignity cannot be publicly maligned or defamed that too without consent which is the sine qua non for such publications.”
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Madras HC urges Union to step up awareness on child internet safety; Suggests exploring Australia-style law restricting online access for under-16s
“Ultimately, it is the individual choice and right to access such obnoxious material or to avoid it and as far as children are concerned, the vulnerability is high, so the parents’ responsibility is higher.”
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“How can a tenant claim a shop for life?”: Madhya Pradesh HC upholds 90-year-old shopkeeper’s eviction for expansion of landlord’s son’s shop
The Court stated that the appellant was 90 years old, and it was difficult to accept that he would be effectively running his business. It was fairly conceded by him that he had children, and he did not file any document to show that he was purchasing any goods from anybody to sell them at his shop.
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Remand after reversal of Rejection of Plaint creates entitlement to refund of Court fees: Delhi High Court
“Order XLI Rule 23 of the CPC envisages remand in a situation in which the suit was decreed by the Court of first instance on a preliminary point and the decree is reversed in appeal by the appellate court.”
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Magistrate’s order directing police to register FIR and investigate not open to revision at instance of proposed accused: Allahabad High Court
The person against whom the FIR was to be registered, as directed by the Magistrate, had approached the Court to revise the said order by setting it aside.
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Security deposit in lease agreement not “debt” under RDDBFI Act: Punjab and Haryana High Court
“Once security deposit does not fall within the purview of Section 2(g) of the Recovery of Debts due to the Banks and Financial Institution Act, 1993 defining “debt”, the Tribunal would have no jurisdiction, as per Section 17 of the same Act.”
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J&K and Ladakh HC issues notice on PIL seeking ST Status, Pahari Speaking People certificates for PoJK Displaced Persons of 1947
“The President of Jammu Kashmir Sharnarthi Action Committee which raised voice for the displaced persons was aggrieved by the unjust treatment meted out to the DPs of 1947 who were illegally displaced from PoJK, particularly regarding their recognition as Scheduled Tribe under Pahari Ethnic Group and issuance of a PSP Certificate.”
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Punjab and Haryana HC nominates Justice Harinder Singh Sidhu as Sole Arbitrator to adjudicate dispute between Karan Paul and K.P.H. Dream Cricket Pvt. Ltd.
A dispute arose between Karan Paul and K.P.H. Dream Cricket Pvt. Ltd. Owner of IPL franchise Punjab Kings which was to be decided by the Sole Arbitrator as per the Company’s Articles of Association.
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Bombay HC quashes FIR against all but one accused in Rs 50 crore investment scam
“The investors were induced to deposit amounts in Indian currency with promises of receiving returns in dollars, including 2% daily, 60% monthly, and 720% annually. It was alleged that the total investment in the scheme exceeded Rs 50 crore.”
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‘Live-in relationships not illegal; couples can’t be deprived of their fundamental right to life & liberty under Art. 21’; Allahabad HC grants protection to 13 live-in couples
“Once an individual, who is a major, has chosen his/her partner, it is not for any other person, be it a family member, to object and cause a hindrance to their peaceful existence. It is the bounden duty of the State, as per the Constitutional obligations casted upon it, to protect the life and liberty of every citizen.”
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Bombay HC finds no deceptive similarity between “RACIRAFT” and “EsiRaft”; Vacates interim injunction
“Well settled principles for assessing the deceptive similarity lays emphasis on visual appearance as well as the phonetic similarity i.e. that the marks have to be judged by the eye as well as the ear.”
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High Court Cannot Conduct Roving Enquiry into Debt or Liability While Quashing Section 138 NI Act Complaint: Supreme Court
“Under Section 139 of the NI Act, there is a presumption that the holder of a cheque received the cheque of the nature referred to in Section 138 NI Act for the discharge, in whole or in part, of any debt or other liability. This presumption can be rebutted by evidence led in trial.”
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Mere Reference to Caste Name Not an Offence Unless Used to Intentionally Insult or Humiliate: Bombay High Court Quashes FIR Against Marathi TV Channel Executives
No specific allegation was made that the petitioners, who were not members of a scheduled caste or scheduled tribe, had intentionally undertaken an act to insult, intimidate or humiliate the first informant, who is a member of the scheduled caste.
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Civil suit cannot vitiate arbitral awards on grounds of fraud: Delhi High Court upholds Single Judge’s order
Once arbitral award attains finality up to the Supreme Court, separate civil suit challenging underlying transaction on grounds of fraud is barred by Section 5 of the Arbitration Act and principles of finality.
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Non-compete fee: Revenue or capital expenditure? Supreme Court explains
“Non-compete fee only seeks to protect or enhance the profitability of the business, thereby facilitating the carrying on of the business more efficiently and profitably.”
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