Allahabad High Court steps in to “restore the PhD student’s admission”
Justice Alok Mathur observed that substantial research is essential for a developing to a developed nation. It is improper to hamper students from completing their studies due to legal technicalities while they are near completion. Background The petitioner, A law graduate was admitted
Punjab & Haryana High Court Allows Withdrawal of PIL Challenging Gallantry Awards for Officers Accused of Excessive Force During Farmers’ Agitation
A recent development in the Punjab and Haryana High Court involved a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging a Haryana Government notification that recommended gallantry awards for six police officers who were stationed at the Shambhu border during the farmers’ agitation. The PIL, filed
Delhi HC Reaffirms DGCA’s Authority on Aircraft Categorization, Stresses on Aviation Security
In a recent judgement that highlights the role of professional supervision in aviation, the Delhi High Court has backed the DGCA’s right to categorize aircraft and determine the requirements for pilot training. This decision, which involved a candidate suing the national aviation administration
Schooling Abroad Won’t Affect Domicile Certificate Eligibility: Gujrat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has ruled that time spent by a student in a school abroad cannot be excluded from the mandatory 10-year residential period required for obtaining a domicile certificate in the state. The decision was brought by a petitioner whose application
Minor girls alleged serious misconduct, notice issued: Madhya Pradesh HC
In the case where minor girls alleged serious misconduct, a notice was issued by the Madhya Pradesh HC whereby urgent action was demanded. Incident took place when the teacher forced the minor girls to remove their clothes in search of mobile phones. A
Allahabad High Court Dismisses PIL Challenging State Government’s Independence from BJP Influence
The Allahabad High Court on Wednesday dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Advocate Manjesh Kumar Yadav. The plea sought a directive compelling the Uttar Pradesh government to clarify that it operates independently and is not influenced by the Bharatiya Janata Party
“Delhi High Court Rules Settlement Consideration as Capital Gains, Not Salary Profits”
The bench of Justice Yashwant Varma and Justice Ravinder Dudeja Observed the tribunal made a fundamental error by distinguishing between a ” perquisite” and “profit in lieu of salary” mentioned in Section 17(3) addresses compensation received from an employer upon termination or modification
CJI Advocates for AI in Legal Profession: A Tool, Not a Threat.
In a major step towards the legal reforms of India, CJI DY Chandrachud has endorsed artificial intelligence for changing the legal industry. While addressing the National Conference on Court Technology in Chandigarh, CJI Chandrachud painted a picture of how AI will complement human
Bombay High Court quashes drug case against actress Mamta Kulkarni: says charges against her are “frivolous and vexatious”
Recently, the Bombay High Court quashed the 2016 drug case against former actress Mamta Kulkarni saying that the charges against her were frivolous and vexatious, and did not prima facie constitute any offence against her. “We are of clear opinion that the petitioner
Copy of order will be given to Puja Khedkar: UPSC to Delhi HC
The UPSC has informed the Delhi HC of its communication regarding its order to cancel the probationary IAS officer Puja Khedkar’s Candidature. The plea that she filed against the press release of UPSC. was dismissed by Justice Jyoti Singh The court asked Puja
