New Delhi, September 4, 2024 – The Supreme Court of India has upheld the murder conviction and life imprisonment of Nitya Nand and three others for the murder of Satya Narain in 1992. The case has seen multiple appeals over the years, but the apex court has now confirmed the sentence. Background of the Case […]
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In a Supreme Court ruling delivered on August 29, 2024, the case against Baskar, a key accused in a 2009 murder, was revived after the Court overturned a previous High Court decision. The Supreme Court found that Baskar had repeatedly misused legal procedures to delay the trial. The initial case involved a violent incident at
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On 29th august, 2024, Hon’ble Supreme Court of India delivered a significant judgment that reinforces the rights of women over their ‘stridhan’—a term referring to the gifts and property a woman receives during her marriage. The case, Mulakala Malleshwara Rao & Anr. vs. State of Telangana & Anr. (2024 INSC 639), involved a long-standing dispute
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On August 28, 2024, the Supreme Court of India canceled the bail granted by the Bombay High Court to Vitthal Damuji Meher, an accused in a multi-crore financial scam involving Jai Shriram Urban Credit Co-operative Society. The judgment, delivered by Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah, highlights serious concerns about the involvement of the accused in a conspiracy
The case of Arnesh Kumar vs State of Bihar marks a pivotal moment in the interpretation and application of Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (now 85 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita). This case brought to light the critical issue of balancing the protection of women against domestic violence and preventing the misuse of
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Section 115 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, addresses the offence of voluntarily causing hurt. This section clarifies the legal definition of voluntarily causing hurt and outlines the penalties for such actions. Subsection (1): Definition of Voluntarily Causing Hurt According to Subsection (1), a person is said to voluntarily cause hurt if: This definition includes
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The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, encompasses a detailed framework of legal definitions and provisions essential for understanding the scope and application of Indian criminal law. Section 3, titled “General Explanations,” is particularly significant as it lays down foundational principles that guide the interpretation and application of the Sanhita’s provisions. Subsection (1): Subject to General Exceptions
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In the latest legal advancements, a thorough review of Sections 45 to 60 in the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) offers valuable insights into the nuanced facets of abetment. Section 45’s definition of abetment covers a range of situations, such as instigation, conspiracy, and intentional aid, revealing the intricacies of criminal responsibility. Understanding the Components of
In the intricate realm of legalities, Section 318 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) stands as a sentinel against deceptive practices. As of the latest update on December 24, 2023, this section casts a wide net, defining and penalizing acts of cheating that result in harm to an individual’s body, mind, reputation, or property. In
New Delhi, February 23, 2024: In a significant development, the Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a notification (S.O. 850(E)) announcing Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) implementation, excluding section 106(2), as July 1, 2024. The BNS, a comprehensive legal framework, was passed in 2023, aiming to streamline and modernize India’s judicial system. The recent notification
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