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On Thursday, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel pardoned former BJP MLA Uday Bhan Karwariya’s life sentence for the 1996 murder of SP MLA Jawahar Yadav. The release, recommended by the Prayagraj Senior Superintendent of Police and District Magistrate for good behavior, was granted under Article 161 of the Indian Constitution.

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The Supreme Court of India is addressing the Muzaffarnagar student slapping case, urging Uttar Pradesh to find a sponsor for the victim’s education. The case involves a teacher who incited students to slap a Muslim classmate, leading to a PIL by activist Tushar Gandhi. The court has emphasized the need for comprehensive support and will revisit the case on September 2 to ensure proper compliance.

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In a significant relief to over 50,000 people residing on “encroached” railway land near Haldwani railway station in Uttarakhand, the Supreme Court of India has mandated the creation of a rehabilitation scheme. The SC emphasized a humane approach while addressing the issue, directing authorities to identify necessary land for railway track expansion and affected families within four weeks, with the next hearing scheduled for September 11.

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The Supreme Court extended the interim order halting directives from Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand requiring food establishments along the Kanwar Yatra route to display owners’ names. Senior Advocate Rohatgi argued this conflicts with Central law, while Deputy Advocate General Sethi cited law and order concerns. The stay continues until August 5.

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UP Governor Pardon Former BJP MLA Convicted of Murder

Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel on Thursday pardoned the life sentence of former UP Bhartiya Janta Party…

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Case Study: Supriya Chakraborty v. Union of India

“Supreme Court Upholds Special Marriage Act, Leaves Same-Sex Marriage Unresolved” Citation: Writ Petition (Civil) No. 1011 of…

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Supreme Court Advocates ‘Compassion’: Orders...

SC: “They are all human beings. Courts cannot be ruthless, but simultaneously courts cannot encourage people to…

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“Prima Facie Failure of RTE Act”: SC on Muzaffarnagar Muslim...

The Supreme Court of India is actively addressing the Muzaffarnagar student slapping case, emphasizing the need for…

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Remoteness of Damage under Tort Law

Introduction The principle of remoteness of damage circumscribes the scope of a defendant’s liability in tort law.…

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SC Extends Stay of UP & Uttarakhand Govt Direction Enforcing...

The Supreme Court Today extended the interim order halting the directives issued by the Uttar Pradesh and…

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Case Study: Sharda v. Dharmpal

“Supreme Court Affirms Power to Order Medical Examination in Matrimonial Cases” Citation: (2003) 4 SCC 493 Date…

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Offer and Invitation to Offer

Introduction A contract is a fundamental part of legal agreements in various sectors. To ensure a contract…

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India’s Nutritional Tug-of-War: Fighting Malnutrition While...

Despite various government schemes, more than half of India’s population cannot afford a healthy diet. The country ranks first globally in child wasting and low…

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“He Blamed My Stars, Not His Actions”: Kerala HC...

In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court dissolved a marriage after acknowledging the irretrievable breakdown of…

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SC Refuses PIL To Bring Tribunals Under National Judicial Data Grid

The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday refused to entertain a PIL seeking to bring tribunals in…

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Israeli PM Netanyahu’s Lies in US Congress met with standing...

July 24, 2024 shall be marked as the darkest moment in the history of United States when…

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Rescission of Contracts

Introduction Rescission is a remedy in contract law which is made available to the parties when the…