Delhi HC amends rules to include ‘complainant’ and ‘victim’ within the term “parties” in criminal cases
“This amendment shall come into force from the date of its publication in the gazette.”
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Constitutional Amendments, IBC Changes, Data Protection Reforms, and Criminal Law Updates: Major Amendment Bills Introduced in Rajya Sabha
With the Winter Session in motion, Rajya Sabha saw the introduction of major amendment bills spanning the Constitution, Representation of the People Act, and Data Protection laws.
‘Can’t be mute spectator’: Punjab & Haryana HC takes strict note of alleged misuse of NDPS Act; directs State to respond to allegations
“In case the administration within the State of Punjab fails to provide a safe environment to its citizens, the Court can suo motu step in and direct the State to take effective measures to create a congenial environment”
Electronic Evidence & Video Conferencing: Delhi High Court’s 2025 Rules redefine Digital Justice
Delhi’s legal system reinforces efficiency and judicial integrity through digital proceedings under Electronic Evidence and Video Conferencing Rules 2025
Dangerous public stunt causing death would amount to culpable homicide and not death by negligence; Punjab & Haryana HC rejects anticipatory bail
“If a soft stand is taken towards such stunts, the roads, which are already unsafe, will become more unsafe for pedestrians and two-wheelers, which account for the maximum number of casualties for pedestrians and two-wheelers in road accidents in this region.”
‘Prima facie consensual relationship’; Kerala High Court grants anticipatory bail to film director Omar Lulu in rape case
“It is a well-accepted principle that bail is the rule and jail is the exception.”
Kerala High Court quashes domestic violence case filed by mother-in-law against parents of daughter-in-law for lack of domestic relationship
“When the proceedings under the DV Act are found to be an abuse of process of Court, in order to secure the ends of justice and to save the parties being put into a frivolous litigation, the High Court must exercise its power under Section 482 of CrPC or under Section 528 of BNSS, otherwise abuse of process of Court would not be addressed or prevented”.
Purpose of Zero FIR under BNSS is to ensure victims can file complaints regardless of jurisdiction: Kerala HC directs Magistrate to reconsider DBS Bank application to register FIR
“Under Section 173(1) of BNSS, the police cannot refuse to register an FIR on the ground of “not having territorial jurisdiction” over the offence for the reason that some part of the offence was committed outside the local jurisdiction of that concerned police station.”
‘New criminal laws focus on justice and protection of citizens rather than just punishments’, says CM Yogi Adityanath at UPSIFS conference
This report provides the insights into the two days international Conference on “Role of Forensics and Cyber Security for Enabling Justice under the New Criminal Laws” organized by the Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Science.
Gujarat Court grants anticipatory bail to Journalist Mahesh Langa in cheating case
Mahesh Langa is a senior journalist who is working for The Hindu as the Joint Editor. He is currently embroiled in controversy regarding an alleged GST fraud case.
Kerala HC strikes down irregular order, cancels directions to Magistrate on probe into rape allegations against Ponnani police officials
“We are aware of the seriousness of the allegations made by the Petitioners in their complaint, however, this appeal raises broader issues that relate to the exercise of independent jurisdiction by the Magistrate.”
CrPC bars review power under Sections 362 & 397(3); Rajasthan High Court dismisses petition as de facto review attempt
The Court held that the petition was effectively a review in disguise, which is barred under Section 362 CrPC and cannot be entertained.
University of Lucknow | National Seminar on New Criminal Laws: The Need, the Focus and the Future [November 9, 2024]
Justice is crucial for societal peace, and a strong criminal justice system is essential in a democracy, especially in a rapidly evolving nation like India
CrPC or BNSS?: The Tug of War Around July 01, 2024
by Aditya Mukherjee* and Jayati Sinha**
Two-Day International Seminar on Revolutionizing Criminal Law (25th & 26th October 2024) [Submit Abstract by October 03]
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“Over 1,500 laws were eliminated to ensure citizens are not trapped in a web of legal complexities”- PM Modi
PM Modi addresses nation on 78th Independence Day; highlights the importance of Constitution and law in fortification of Indian democracy
BNSS vs CrPC| CrPC to apply to pending trial/investigation registered before Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita came into force: Rajasthan High Court
The Court stated that “if an FIR is registered prior to 01-07-2023 under the CrPC, it would amount to a pending enquiry/investigation within the meaning of Section 531(2)(a) of BNSS.”
Calcutta High Court directs Enhancement of Forensic Capabilities due to BNSS Enforcement, recognizing NIBMG as Government Forensic Laboratory
By directing the recognition of NIBMG as a CFSL and its scientists as government experts, the Court aims to alleviate the pressure on existing forensic laboratories and ensure timely and accurate forensic analysis, thereby strengthening the overall criminal justice system.
[BNSS] Punjab and Haryana HC determines governing law for time barred petition filed under CrPC before 30-06-2024 and pending as of 01-07-2024
The Court was of the view that the petition and the accompanying application seeking an extension of time were filed and registered in the registry of this Court when CrPC, 1973 was in force, hence, the matter would fall under the scope of Section 531(2)(a) and this petition should be adjudicated through the provisions of CrPC, 1973.