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The Supreme Court of India declined to entertain a PIL that sought to criminalize sexual offences against men, trans persons, and animals under the newly enacted Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The Court ruled that it cannot compel Parliament to introduce such provisions, suggesting that such matters are for the legislative branch to address. While refusing the plea, the Court permitted the petitioner to represent the case before the Union of India, noting the importance of protecting all genders from sexual offences.

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The Supreme Court has upheld the dismissal of a defamation suit filed against Senior Advocate Vikas Pahwa, affirming that lawyers’ statements made during judicial proceedings are protected by absolute privilege. The case arose from a statement made by Pahwa in the Patiala House Courts during a hearing, which was challenged by Pankaj Oswal. The Court emphasized that such privilege allows lawyers to act freely in their professional capacity without fear of defamation suits, thus protecting the integrity of the justice system.

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An Israeli airstrike on tents sheltering displaced Palestinians at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir el-Balah, Gaza, has killed at least four people and injured 70 others, many critically. The attack ignited a massive fire, and rescuers struggled to contain the flames. This marks the seventh time the hospital has been hit in 2024. Gaza’s health sector is overwhelmed, with much of its infrastructure destroyed amid the ongoing Israeli offensive, which has displaced 90% of the population.

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In a significant ruling, the Calcutta High Court emphasized that in cases of maintenance under Section 125 CrPC, the validity of marriage does not need to be conclusively determined. The Court held that cohabitation can form a reasonable presumption of marriage, making the spouse entitled to maintenance. The case involved allegations of abuse and dowry pressure, and the Court maintained that the wife deserved to live with dignity, granting her Rs. 4,000/- per month as maintenance. The Criminal Revision Application was dismissed.

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SC Denies Request to Criminalize Sexual Offences Against Men,...

On October 14, 2024, the Supreme Court of India declined to entertain a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking directions…

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Supreme Court Affirms Absolute Privilege for Lawyers’...

n a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed the doctrine of absolute privilege for lawyers, upholding the dismissal…

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Key Characteristics of a Company: An Overview

Introduction The term “company” in its literal sense refers to an association of individuals formed for a…

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Al-Aqsa Hospital Hit Again: Israeli Airstrike Ignites Fire,...

An Israeli airstrike on the tents for displaced Palestinians at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir el-Balah, central Gaza, has once…

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Procedure for filing a trademark under the Trademark Act, 1999

Introduction The registration of trademarks has a long history, beginning in 1876 with some of the earliest…

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Presumption of Marriage Sufficient for Maintenance: Calcutta High...

The Calcutta High Court recently observed that in applications for maintenance under Section 125 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC),…

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Conciliation: A flexible approach to dispute resolution

Introduction Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) refers to a collection of processes that help resolve disputes outside the…

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Court Restrains Hyatt Hotels from Unauthorized Use of Novex...

In a significant decision on intellectual property rights, the Delhi High Court restrained Hyatt India Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. from using copyrighted…

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Human Rights Activist GN Saibaba Dies After 10 Years in Jail Under...

The tragic death of Professor GN Saibaba, a renowned academic and human rights activist, has shed light…

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Passing Off action for Protection of the Trademark

Introduction The doctrine of “Passing Off” under the Indian Trademarks Act, 1999, serves as a crucial legal…

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NCDRC Orders Compensation Against Canara Bank for Negligence in...

In a significant judgment, the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC), led by Justice Sudip Ahluwalia, found Canara Bank liable for deficiency…

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Understanding Sextortion: Forms, Elements and Legal context

Introduction In the shadowy recesses of the digital age, where the convergence of technology and human vulnerability…

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NCDRC: Insurer to Compensate Wife for Husband’s...

In a recent ruling, the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC), presided over by AVM J. Rajendra, addressed a…