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The Gauhati High Court ruled that PAN Card and EPIC are insufficient as proof of citizenship in Foreigners Tribunal cases without reliable supporting documents.
The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of a writ petition, citing significant delay in filing without adequate explanation, thereby reinforcing the importance of timely appeals.
The Gauhati High Court annulled a GST registration cancellation order, noting the absence of a reasoned decision. The court emphasized the need for accountability in authority actions.
The Karnataka High Court has upheld the criminal proceedings against a travel agent involved in renewing a passport for an alleged terrorist. The judgment emphasizes the seriousness of aiding terrorism.
The Karnataka High Court expressed that the involvement of politicians and public servants in heinous crimes is rare. This statement came during the hearing of an appeal by former MLA Vinay Kulkarni against his life sentence for the murder of BJP leader Yogesh Gowda.
The Delhi High Court upheld a nationwide temporary ban on the Telegram platform, highlighting the implications of platform architecture on regulation. This ruling reflects a shift towards recognizing 'architectural liability' in public law contexts.
The Delhi High Court upheld the temporary blocking of Telegram, citing architectural liability and its implications for public law. The court's decision signals a potential shift in how digital platforms may be regulated under existing laws.
The Karnataka High Court has quashed an order to return nine dogs to their owner accused of cruelty, emphasizing animal rights as integral to constitutional morality.
The Karnataka High Court upheld the Karnataka Information Commission's disciplinary actions against BDA Secretary Shivakumar CL, stressing the importance of accountability in public administration.
The Bombay High Court dismissed an LLM student's plea, emphasizing the need for discipline in legal practice. It criticized her reckless allegations against her university and peers, warning future lawyers against engaging in scurrilous litigation.
The Supreme Court has declined to entertain a petition from a Himachal Pradesh judge challenging the Collegium's recommendation for judicial appointments. The court ruled that entertaining such a petition would open unnecessary legal avenues.
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court questioning the legality of Deepak Prakash's reappointment as a Bihar Minister despite his unelected status. The case raises important constitutional questions about ministerial appointments.
The Allahabad High Court criticized the UP Police for acting beyond their mandate in private property disputes, asserting that criminal law must adhere to statutory definitions and cannot be misapplied.