S.129 CGST/SGST Act | Penalty Only For Violations With Intent To Evade Tax Or Repeated Violations; Not For Minor Discrepancies : Kerala High Court

The Kerala High Court held that tax/ penalty under Section 129(1)(a) or 129(1)(b) of the CGST/ SCGST can be imposed only for violations which may lead to evasion of tax or which was done with the intention to evade or in case of repeated violations.Justice P. Gopinath observed:“It is declared that...

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When Can Official Superiors Be Liable For Abetment Of Suicide Of Employee? Supreme Court Explains

In a recent case, the Supreme Court explained when can the official superiors be held liable for the abetment of suicide of their junior official.The...

Complete Supreme Court Half Yearly Digest 2024 [Part-2]

Consumer LawConsumer Protection Act, 1986; Section 2(1) (m) and Consumer Protection Act, 2019 – Maintainability of the complaint filed by Insured...

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Supreme Court Sets Aside Kerala HC's Orders For Disciplinary Proceedings Against Lakshadweep Judicial Officer

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Unnecessary Prosecutions In Abetment Of Suicide Cases Due To Inability Of Courts To Apply Correct Principles Of Law : Supreme Court

Ayodhya Minor Gangrape Case | 'He May Adversely Affect Trial': Allahabad High Court Denies Bail To SP Leader

Delhi High Court, Enforcement Directorate, ED, Arrested Person, Grounds of Arrest, Director of Enforcement Directorate, DK Basu, Guidelines, Supreme Court, Justice Mukta Gupta, RJD Rajya Sabha MP Amarendra Dhari Singh, fertilizer scam,

Can HC Entertain Writ Against ED's Provisional Attachment When Alternate Remedy Is Available Under PMLA? Punjab & Haryana HC Answers

Expulsion Forever Will Lead To 'Academic Death': Bombay High Court Grants Relief To Law Student Accused In Multiple Sexual Harassment Cases

Gujarat HC Orally Questions State For Conducting 'Preliminary Inquiry' In Plea For Lodging Rape FIR Against BJP MLA, Lists Matter On Monday

Madras High Court Quarterly Digest: July - September, 2024 [Citations 266 - 370]

Forum Shopping Is Abuse Of Legal Process And Cannot Be Condoned: Delhi High Court

“Only Three Days Were Given To Assessee To Respond To Show Cause Notice”: Kerala High Court Sets Aside Reassessment Order

S.129 CGST/SGST Act | Penalty Only For Violations With Intent To Evade Tax Or Repeated Violations; Not For Minor Discrepancies : Kerala High Court

Won't Act On Eviction Notices Against Shilpa Shetty & Raj Kundra Till Their Plea Against Provisional Attachment Is Decided: ED In Bombay HC

Income Tax Assessee Who Failed To Avail Option To Request Personal Hearing Can't Claim That Personal Hearing Was Not Provided: Madras HC

Prosecution, Legal Departments Must Exercise Due Diligence Before Initiating Cases: Delhi High Court On Frivolous Litigation

Arbitral Tribunal Acted With Patent Illegality, Against Indian Law In Awarding Reimbursement Of Service Tax Along With Interest: Calcutta High Court

S. 156 (3) CrPC | Magistrate Can't Refuse Direction To Lodge FIR Merely Because Facts Are In Applicant's Knowledge: Allahabad HC

Weekly, National Holidays Not Excluded From Length Of Work Experience: Rajasthan HC Reiterates In Lab Technician's Case Seeking Bonus Marks

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Kerala Court Directs Police To Investigate CM Pinarayi Vijayan's Remarks On Youth Congress Protest During Nava Kerala Sadas

The Ernakulam Chief Judicial Magistrate has directed the police under Section 202(1) of Code of Criminal Procedure to conduct investigation into the speech made by the Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in Nava Kerala Sadas in November 2023. The Magistrate has however postponed issuance of process as...

Bar Council Of India Writes To CJI Calling For Reforms To Address Judges Disrespecting Advocates, Safeguarding Judicial Integrity

Delhi Court Acquits Swati Maliwal, Others In 2011 FIR Over Pro-Lok Pal Bill Protest

Land For Jobs Scam: Delhi Court Grants Bail To Lalu Yadav, Tejashwi Yadav In Money Laundering Case

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Second National Lok Adalat: Telangana Settles 12 Lakh Cases And Awards Over Rs 200 Crores, Achieves "Highest Disposal Percentage"

Dismissal Of Application On Default Of lawyer , MP HC Directs Lawyer To Visit Mercy Home And Prepare Report, Court Emphasis Need To Promote 'Social Audit' By Lawyers

Telangana High Court Holds Multi-Speciality Health Camp And Blood Donation Camp

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Re-Imagining Kafkas Courtroom: Unpacking The Procedural Challenges Of Trial-In-Absentia Under The New Criminal Procedure

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“Corroboration” Under Section 157 Of The Evidence Act (Section 160 Of The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam [BSA] 2023

5 Oct 2024 9:14 AM IST

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Cloaked In Paternalism: The Unconstitutional Reach Of The UP Anti-Conversion Act

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Significant Amendments Under The Foreign Exchange (Compounding Proceedings), Rules

27 Sept 2024 11:53 AM IST

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Significant Amendments Under The Foreign Exchange (Compounding Proceedings), Rules

The Privacy Shortfall: Revisiting The Youth Bar Guidelines

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Lakshmikumaran And Sridharan Advised Krsnaa Diagnostics On Stake Purchase In Apulki Healthcare

Lakshmikumaran and Sridharan advised Krsnaa Diagnostics Limited, a listed entity on its acquisition of 23.35% stake in Apulki Healthcare Private Limited. Apulki specialises in operating cancer and cardiac care hospitals in public-private partnership (PPP) mode. The firm's role included conducting legal due diligence on Apulki, drafting and...

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“Only Three Days Were Given To Assessee To Respond To Show Cause Notice”: Kerala High Court Sets Aside Reassessment Order

The Kerala High Court set aside an order in reassessment proceedings that was issued without providing the assessee an opportunity to respond to the show cause notice. The Bench of Justice Gopinath P. observed that “the show cause notice was issued on 12-03-2024, giving only three days' time to the assessee to respond, and the order was...

S.129 CGST/SGST Act | Penalty Only For Violations With Intent To Evade Tax Or Repeated Violations; Not For Minor Discrepancies : Kerala High Court

Income Tax Assessee Who Failed To Avail Option To Request Personal Hearing Can't Claim That Personal Hearing Was Not Provided: Madras HC

[Income Tax] Non-Functionality Of TRACES Portal Can't Be Ground To Deny Benefit Of Statutory Rights To Assessee: MP High Court

Due Date For Employer To Deposit Employee's Contribution To PF Not Governed By S.43B Income Tax Act: Rajasthan HC Reiterates

S.11A Central Excise Act | Revenue Can't Recover Refunded Cess Merely Because SC Judgment Permitting Refund Was Later Overruled: Sikkim HC

Taxpayer Can't Claim Credit Against Tax Payable In India If He Has Not Paid Any Tax In Country Where He Sourced Income: Mumbai ITAT

Capital Gains Arising Out Of Sale Of Long-Term Capital Assets Shall Be Taxable At Rate Of 20% U/S 112 Of IT Act: Mumbai ITAT Special Bench

Absence Of Controlling Interest Renders Sale Of Shares By Spanish Entity Not Taxable In India As Per Indo-Spain DTAA: Mumbai ITAT

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“Corroboration” Under Section 157 Of The Evidence Act (Section 160 Of The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam [BSA] 2023

Contradiction” Under Section 145 Of The Evidence Act (Section 148 Of BSA) And Under The Proviso To Section 162 (1) Cr.P.C. (Section 181 (1) Of BNSS)

Order VI Rule 17 CPC | Principles On Amendment Of Plaint : Supreme Court Explains

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Concealment Of Facts By Insured Can Make Policy Voidable: NCDRC

The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, presided by AVM J. Rajendra, dismissed a petition against Life Insurance Corporation and held that the proposer must reveal all significant information that impacts the insurer's risk evaluation; failing to do the same can render the policy voidable at the option of the insurer. Brief...

NCDRC Holds Canara Bank Liable For Deficiency In Service Due To Negligence In Handling Cheque Clearance

NCDRC Holds LIC Responsible For Deficiency In Service Over Denial Of Legitimate Insurance Claim

Lack Of Response Does Not Indicate Consent In Insurance Contracts: NCDRC

Burden Of Proof Lies With Applicant To Show Sufficient Cause For Delay: NCDRC holds Ethiopian Arlines Liable For Deficiency

Chandigarh District Commission Holds Go Airlines, MakeMyTrip Liable For Failure To Refund Extra Expenses After Rescheduling Flight

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'The Urban Elite V. Union Of India': Book Review

In October, last year, the Supreme Court constitution bench in Supriyo v. UOI unanimously held that there is no fundamental and unqualified right to marry. For most of us, the judgment was like any other judgment of the Supreme Court except for the possibility that it could have canvassed a set of fundamental rights. But members of the queer...

Book Review; Horizontal Rights - Institutional Approach

The book "Horizontal Rights - Institutional Approach" by Gautam Bhatia (Hart Publishing (24 August 2023)) is thoroughly reviewed in this article. The book begins by contextualizing the shift from traditional vertical approaches in constitutional law, emphasizing how various jurisdictions are broadening the scope of bills of rights to include...

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“This Century Will Define India's Ascent As A Global Arbitration Leader” Justice Hima Kohli At The India-MENA Arbitration Summit

21 Feb 2024 1:24 PM IST

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Justice Amanullah Emphasizes The Significance Of Ethics In Legal Practice At The 'Workshop For Young Advocates: Shaping Futuristic India'

13 Feb 2024 2:59 PM IST

Former SC Judge, Justice SK Kaul Advocates For Mediation Over Traditional Legal Process, Recommends Mediation Training for Judges

13 Feb 2024 11:01 AM IST

Navigating The Legal Landscape Of Access To Justice: Insights From Winter Internship 2023-24 Of Delhi State Legal Services Authority

30 Jan 2024 11:21 AM IST

Justice D B Chakarvarty Launches 'Curated Successful Mediation Stories' In E-Mediation Writings' January Edition - Volume 19

27 Jan 2024 1:18 PM IST

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कर्मचारी को आत्महत्या के लिए उकसाने के लिए आधिकारिक सीनियर कब उत्तरदायी हो सकते हैं? सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने समझाया

सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने समझाया कि आधिकारिक सीनियर को अपने जूनियर अधिकारी को आत्महत्या के लिए उकसाने के लिए कब उत्तरदायी ठहराया जा सकता है।जस्टिस जेबी पारदीवाला और जस्टिस मनोज मिश्रा की खंडपीठ ने तर्क दिया कि आत्महत्या के कृत्य को दो व्यापक श्रेणियों में वर्गीकृत किया जा सकता है, यानी, जहां मृतक का आरोपी के...

न्यायालयों की वैधता और अधिकार के लिए जनता का भरोसा ज़रूरी: CJI डीवाई चंद्रचूड़

Order XII Rule 6 CPC | अस्पष्ट और सशर्त स्वीकारोक्ति के आधार पर निर्णय नहीं दिया जा सकता: सुप्रीम कोर्ट

Juvenile Justice Act | दोषसिद्धि और सजा के अंतिम होने के बाद भी किशोर होने की दलील दी जा सकती है: सुप्रीम कोर्ट

नया अधिनियम निरस्त कानून के तहत अर्जित अधिकारों को तब तक नहीं छीनेगा, जब तक कि नए क़ानून में ऐसा इरादा व्यक्त न किया गया हो: सुप्रीम कोर्ट

इस बारे में सोच रहा हूं कि इतिहास उनके कार्यकाल का कैसे मूल्यांकन करेगा: रिटायरमेंट करीब आने पर CJI डीवाई चंद्रचूड़ ने कहा

सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने लक्षद्वीप के न्यायिक अधिकारी के खिलाफ अनुशासनात्मक कार्यवाही के लिए केरल हाईकोर्ट का आदेश खारिज किया

आत्महत्या के लिए उकसाने के मामलों में अनावश्यक अभियोजन, न्यायालय कानून के सही सिद्धांतों को लागू करने में असमर्थ: सुप्रीम कोर्ट

सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने उत्तराखंड हाईकोर्ट के जज की वकीलों के खिलाफ अनुचित टिप्पणी करने की प्रवृत्ति अस्वीकार की

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India's Legislative Shield Against Infant Formula Risks And Lessons From The Abbott Case

Israel's Continued Presence In Occupied Palestinian Territory Unlawful: International Court Of Justice

ICJ Directs Israel To Immediately Halt Military Operations In Rafah; Affirms Directions To Protect Palestinians

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Member Vacancy At National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission

Manav Malhotra

Department of Consumer Affairs invites online application for the post of Member at National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission.Name of the Post: Member No. of Post: 02 (Two) Essential Qualification and Experience • As per Rule 3(12)(b) of the Tribunal (Conditions of service) Rules, 2021, a person shall not be qualified for appointment as.(a) Member, unless he, (i) is, or has been, a Judge...

Legal Advisor And Assistant Legal Advisor Vacancy At Indian Council Of Agricultural Research (ICAR)

Manav Malhotra

Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) invites application for the post of Legal Advisor and Assistant Legal Advisor on deputation basis.Name of the Post: Legal Advisor and Assistant Legal Advisor No. of Post: 01 (One) each Essential Qualification and Experience Legal Advisor • Officers in the legal cadre/departments of Central or State Government or Union Territories or Autonomous...

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Call For Applications: Archival Project Associate – QAMRA Archival Project At National Law School Of India University

Manav Malhotra

National Law School of India University invites application for the post of Archival Project Associate for role at the Queer Archive for Memory, Reflection and Activism (QAMRA) based out of the University campus for a period of one year.Name of the Post: Archival Project Associate No. of Post: 01 (One) Essential Qualification and Experience • A bachelor's degree in social sciences, information...

Law Clerk-Cum-Research Assistant Vacancy At Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP-RERA)

Manav Malhotra

Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority invites online application for the post of Law Clerk-Cum-Research Assistant.Name of the Post: Law Clerk-Cum-Research Assistant Essential Qualification and Experience • Candidate should be a law graduate not before academic session 2020-21, 2021-22, 2022-23 • Candidate must be proficient in Hindi and English How to apply? • To apply online, click...

Officer (Legal) Vacancy At Export-Import Bank Of India

Manav Malhotra

Export-Import Bank of India invites online application for the post of Officer (Legal) on contractual basis.Name of the Post: Officer (Legal) No. of Post: 08 (Eight) Location: Mumbai Essential Qualification and Experience • Bachelor's degree in law recognised by the Bar Council of India for the purpose of enrolment as an Advocate with a minimum of 50% marks. Post-Graduation qualifications will...

Consultant (Deputy Director Documentation) Vacancy At Armed Forces Tribunal, Principal Bench, New Delhi

Manav Malhotra

Armed Forces Tribunal, Principal Bench, invites application for the post of Consultant (Deputy Director Documentation).Name of the Post: Consultant (Deputy Director Documentation) No. of Post: 01 (One) Essential Qualification and Experience • Persons working under Central Government or State Government or Supreme Court or High Court or District Courts or Statutory/Autonomous bodies. (a) (i)...