Centre Releases Ex-Gratia But UP Govt Says 'No Proof' Of Rly Accident: Allahabad HC Terms Denial Of Relief To Orphan 'Mockery Of Policy'

In a scathing indictment of administrative insensitivity, the Allahabad High Court recently pulled up the Uttar Pradesh state authorities for denying ex-gratia compensation to a minor orphan whose parents died in a railway accident. The state authorities denied relief citing "lack of proof" of death even though the Central Government had already verified the claim and released its...

'Is West Bengal Situation So Unique To Put Police Under ECI?' Supreme Court On Plea Alleging Obstruction Of BLOs During SIR

The Supreme Court on Tuesday issued notice to the Election Commission of India on a petition filed by an organisation named Sanatani Sangsad seeking directions to deploy the State Police officers under the ECI's deputation till the final publication of electoral rolls of the State of West Bengal after the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).The Court also issued notice to the State of West Bengal...

Chairperson Vacancy At Permanent Lok Adalat For Public Utility Services (PLAPUS) [Andhra Pradesh; Apply Now]

Andhra Pradesh State Legal Services Authority invites application from the Retired District Judges who were allocated to Andhra Pradesh State to be considered for appointment as Chairman, Permanent Lok Adalat for Public Utility Services (PLAPUS). Name of the Post: Chairperson No. of Post: 05 (Five) Essential Qualification and Experience · The Retired District Judges who were allocated to the State of Andhra Pradesh. How to apply? Interested candidates are...

Banks Can Freeze Only Disputed Amount, Must Allow Customer To Operate Rest Of Account: Rajasthan High Court

The Rajasthan High Court made a significant ruling while hearing a writ petition challenging action of State Bank of India of freezing the account of the petitioner, reflecting guiding principles for the Banks as well as the Investigating Agencies in such cases.While disposing the writ petition, the bench of Justice Nupur Bhati, directed the bank to keep only such amount frozen in...

Delhi High Court Refuses To Return Zee Entertainment's Copyright Infringement Suit Against ShareChat, Moj Platforms

The Delhi High Court has refused to return the copyright infringement suit filed by Zee Entertainment against ShareChat and Moj platforms, observing that it has territorial jurisdiction to hear the case.Justice Mini Pushkarna dismissed the application filed by Mohalla Tech Private Limited, owner of the platforms, seeking return of the plaint for want of territorial jurisdiction. The suit...

Service Tax Not Payable On Royalty Received For Group Companies' Use Of Copyrighted Logo: CESTAT

The Chennai Bench of Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) has stated that service tax is not payable on royalty received for group companies' use of the copyrighted 'TTK' Logo founded by T.T. Krishnamachari & Co. (assessee). Ajayan T.V. (Judicial Member) and Ajit Kumar (Technical Member) examined whether the demand of service for the 'TTK' logo of the...

National Law University Odisha (NLUO) Organises LexTech Talk Titled “Governing The Future: India's Approach To AI”

LexTech – Centre for Law, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation focuses on the emerging areas of FinTech, AI, TMT, Online Gaming and Betting Laws, and Data Privacy. The Centre publishes a monthly newsletter that provides in-depth analysis of updates in these subject areas. Additionally, the Centre hosts a premier talk show titled “Tech Tales: From Code to Courtroom,” which brings together leading legal-tech industry experts who share insights drawn from real-life experiences, offering audiences a...

Legal Consultant Vacancy At Indian Institute Of Management (IIM), Kashipur

Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Kashipur online invites application for the post of Legal Consultant on contractual basis.Name of the Post: Legal Consultant No. of Post: 01 (One) Age Limit: 65 Years Essential Qualification and Experience • Retired Government Employees OR Legal Professionals from open market. • Having master's degree/ bachelor's degree of Law from a recognized University or Institute in India, recognized by the Bar Council of India. • Must have excellent written and...

Major Couple In Live-In Relationship Entitled To Protection Even If Boy Is Below 21 Yrs Of Age: Rajasthan High Court

The Rajasthan High Court has directed the Nodal Officer of a Police Station to promptly decide the representations seeking protection, filed by an 18 year old woman and a 19 year old man, fearing threats from their family members owing to their decision to stay in a live-in relationship.While underscoring the rulings made of the Supreme Court, the bench of Justice Anoop Kumar Dhand...

Delhi Court Issues Notice On Plea For FIR Against Sonia Gandhi For Inclusion In Voter List Prior To Acquiring Indian Citizenship

A Delhi Court on Tuesday (December 9) issued notice on a plea challenging a magisterial court order refusing to order FIR against Congress leader Sonia Gandhi for getting her name added in the electoral rolls of 1980, three years before getting Indian citizenship, allegedly by using forged documents.Special Judge Vishal Gogne of Rouse Avenue Courts sought response of Sonia Gandhi and...

Visiting Consultant (Legal Adviser) Vacancy At National Institute Of Technology, Warangal

National Institute of Technology, Warangal invites online application for the post of Visiting Consultant (Legal Adviser). Name of the Post: Visiting Consultant (Legal Adviser) No. of Post: 01 (One) Essential Qualification and Experience Advocate with standing of at least 03 years at the Bar with expertise in dealing with service matters at the Hon'ble High Court of Telangana/ Central Administrative Tribunal Telangana Circle; OR Officers retired from Central / State Government...

Mere Paper Trail Or Endorsed Bills Of Entry Without Actual Movement Of Goods Not Enough To Claim CENVAT Credit: CESTAT Chennai

The Chennai Bench of Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) has stated that mere paper trail or endorsed bills of entry without actual movement of goods is not enough to claim CENVAT (Central Value Added Tax) Credit. Vasa Seshagiri Rao (Technical Member) opined that mere creation of paperwork or paper trail to indicate movement of goods, or mere...