Jharkhand High Court
'Can't Wriggle Out Of Mess By Citing Political Vendetta': Jharkhand HC Dismisses Hemant Soren's Plea Against ED Arrest
The Jharkhand High Court, in its dismissal of the writ petition filed by former Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the Land 'Scam' case, asserted that he “cannot wriggle out of the mess he created for himself” by raising “bogey of political vendetta.”The division bench comprising Acting Chief Justice Chandrashekhar and Justice Navneet Kumar, while rejecting Soren's plea, observed, "The recovery of huge cash from his Delhi residence...
Jharkhand HC Allows Ex-CM Hemant Soren To Attend Uncle's Last Rites In Police Custody, Rejects Interim Bail Plea
Today, the Jharkhand High Court rejected the interim bail plea of former Chief Minister Hemant Soren, who is currently in jail. However, the High Court has granted him permission to participate in the last rites ceremonies of his late uncle, Raja Ram Soren.In his application, Soren prayed for grant of provisional bail in connection with an ECIR Case registered under Section 3 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 on account of the demise of his uncle whose last rites will take place at...
Taking Or Enticing Minor Out Of Guardian's Keeping Without Their Consent Amounts To Kidnapping; Minor's Consent Immaterial: Jharkhand HC
The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that escorting a minor girl to different places constitutes enticing, thus resulting in a conviction for kidnapping under Section 363 of the Indian Penal Code. It held that regardless of the minor's consent, taking or enticing the minor without their guardians consent would tantamount to kidnapping.Justice Gautam Kumar Choudhary, presiding over the bench, set aside the conviction under Section 366A for procuration, but instead convicted the appellants under...
Jharkhand High Court Dismisses Ex-CM Hemant Soren's Plea Against ED Arrest In Land 'Scam' Case
The Jharkhand High Court has dismissed former State Chief Minister Hemant Soren's plea challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in the land scam case. A detailed order is awaited.A bench of Acting Chief Justice Shree Chandrashekhar and Justice Navneet Kumar rejected his plea 4 days after the Supreme Court, posting Soren's plea against ED Arrest in the week commencing from May...
Unjust Retention Of Money Or Property Of Another Is Against Fundamental Principles And Patently Illegal: Jharkhand HC Imposes Rs 5 Lakh Penalty On JBVNL, Directs Board To Refund TDS
The Jharkhand High Court has held that any unjust withholding of money or property from another party goes against the fundamental principles of justice, fairness, and good conscience. In this context, the unauthorized deductions made from the ongoing bills are unquestionably unlawful.Furthermore, the Court has imposed a substantial penalty of Rs 5 Lacs on the Managing Director of Jharkhand...
[Kidnapping] No Conviction Possible U/S 364A IPC Sans Evidence Suggesting Application Of Force Or Adoption Of Deceitful Means By Accused: Jharkhand HC
The Jharkhand High Court has overturned the conviction of an accused, ruling that the prosecution failed to demonstrate any deceitful means or inducement by the accused that compelled the deceased to relocate.The Court emphasized that in the absence of foundational elements, an accused cannot be found guilty under Section 364 of the Indian Penal Code.A Division Bench comprising Justice Ananda...
Jharkhand High Court Orders Constitution Of Transgender Welfare Board In Two Weeks, Says Pending Since 5 Years
The Jharkhand High Court has directed the State government to expedite the constitution of a Transgender Welfare Board, emphasizing the importance of addressing the needs of the transgender community. The directive came in response to a counter affidavit filed by the State highlighting various beneficial actions taken for the welfare of transgender individuals. However, the court noted...
Late Pralay Kumar Sinha Memorial Lecture Series Inaugurated At Jharkhand High Court
The Office of the Advocate General, Jharkhand High Court, inaugurated a lecture series in memory of the Late Pralay Kumar Sinha, a distinguished Senior Advocate on April 26, 2024.State Advocate General Rajeev Ranjan initiated the series, with esteemed High Court advocates and government representatives in attendance. The inaugural session of the 'Late Pralay Kumar Sinha Memorial Lecture...
Jharkhand High Court Issues Stringent Directives To Combat Drug Menace, Orders Statewide Police Action
In response to the prevailing drug issue in Jharkhand, the High Court has issued a series of directives to various state authorities, particularly the State police.Presiding over the case, Justices Sujit Narayan Prasad and Arun Kumar Rai emphasized that the problem of contraband extends beyond Ranchi district and necessitates the attention of the entire police administration across...
Jharkhand High Court Directs CBI To Submit Detailed Report On Pending Criminal Cases Against MPs & MLAs; Expresses Displeasure Over Delay In Trials
Jharkhand High Court has directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to submit a comprehensive report on the criminal cases pending against Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) from the state. The court ordered the probe agency to furnish the status report through an affidavit.The direction has been made by the Division Bench comprising Acting...
'Spread Of Drugs In Society Ruins Generations': Jharkhand High Court Takes Suo Moto Cognizance Of Opium Cultivation In Khunti District
The Jharkhand High Court has taken suo moto cognizance of the alarming rise in opium cultivation in the Khunti district, expressing deep concern over its implications on society and the economy.The single bench of the High Court, led by Justice Rajesh Kumar, initiated proceedings after hearing a bail application on February 28. During the hearing, it was revealed that opium cultivation...
Objections Regarding Delay In 'Reference' Under Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 Ought To Be Raised Before Final Award: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court division bench of Justice Rongon Mukhopadhyay and Justice Deepak Roshan held that the objection regarding the 'Reference' under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, should be raised before the final Award. The High Court held that the Industrial Tribunal, being a statutory creation, derives its jurisdiction from the reference and is not empowered to scrutinize the...