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“Prima facie, even after the proposal to pay Rs. 50 lakhs to the family of the deceased were approved by the Chief Secretary, this decision has not been honored, and the family has been engaged in litigation for over nine years.”
“School management was not justified in demanding fees for services which are provided only when the school runs in physical mode.”
The new Judges were appointed by the President in exercise of power conferred by Article 217(1) of the Constitution.
A quick legal roundup to cover important stories from all High Courts this week.
If there is any misuse of power/misappropriation of funds/non-extension of requisite care and protection or support regarding the treatment of the person lying in comatose state, it is open to bring up the matter before this Court to revoke the power.
Justice Tiwari will perform the duties of the office of the Chief Justice with effect from 11-10-2024 consequent upon the retirement of Justice Ritu Bahri, Chief Justice, on 10-10-2024.
In September 2024, the Supreme Court and various High Courts engaged in significant discussions on criminal law, focusing on critical issues such as Kolkata Rape and Murder Case; Delhi excise liquor policy scam; Cash-for-job scam. Key rulings emphasized the balance between individual rights and public interest. Overall, these discussions reflect a dynamic legal landscape committed to upholding justice amid evolving challenges.
Justice Ritu Bahri, who is currently the Chief Justice of Uttaranchal High Court, retires on 10-10-2024.
Regarding the 20 complainants, who paid Rs 5500 towards fee, the Court stated that the Bar Council of Uttarakhand will have to take steps to return the remaining amount after deducting Rs 1750 from Rs 5500.
Take a quick glance at what the High Courts were discussing in this late Monsoon season
Take a quick glance at what the High Courts were discussing in this late Monsoon season.
Under Section 21 of NIA Act, appeals are filed against Special Court’s order and thus in view of the powers that are conferred on the Court of Session for exercising the jurisdiction of the Special Court, orders passed by the Court of Session under Section 22(3) shall also be appealable under Section 21.
The right to life and liberty is one of the integral part of the Constitution and it is the most sacred fundamental right and the custody of people in the name of various enactments and without adhering to the promptness of the investigation, cannot allow appellant to remain under incarceration.
“Legitimate expectation, jurisprudentially, was a device created to maintain a check on arbitrariness in state action. It does not extend to and cannot govern the operation of contracts between private parties, wherein the doctrine of promissory estoppel holds the field.”
The Court opined that inherent jurisdiction under Section 482 of CrPC though wide should not be capriciously or arbitrarily exercised but should be exercised in appropriate cases to do real and substantial justice. Thus, quashing of charge sheet or setting aside summoning order on appreciation of evidence is not justified.
A quick legal roundup to cover important stories from all High Courts this week.
The Court directed the Labour Commissioner to ensure that the provisions of all Labour Welfare Legislations are also being complied with in respect of Brick Kiln workers.
The Court opined that the prosecution did not place any material or evidence to conclude that reformation, rehabilitation, and social re-integration of the accused into society was not possible.
A quick legal roundup to cover important stories from all High Courts this week.