16 Nov 2024 – Lawcutor

Supreme Court: Exercise Caution in Quashing Non-Compoundable Cases Based on Settlements

The Supreme Court has advised High Courts to carefully scrutinize settlements between victims and accused before quashing non-compoundable cases. The Court emphasized ensuring the settlement's authenticity, especially in serious offences…

Calcutta High Court: No Factual Examination in Appeals Under Section 260A of the Income Tax Act

The Calcutta High Court ruled that it cannot engage in a factual examination of materials provided or not provided by an assessee-company in an appeal under Section 260A of the…

Patna High Court Quashes Demotion of Inspector Penalized Under Excise Prohibition Law, Cites Violation of Natural Justice

The Patna High Court overturned the penalty of demotion imposed on a police inspector for alleged negligence in implementing the Excise Prohibition Law. The Court observed that while the Bihar…

Rajasthan High Court Grants Permission to Woman Accused in Cheating Case to Travel to Canada for Studies and Safeguard Daughter’s Citizenship

The Rajasthan High Court allowed a petition filed by a woman accused under Section 420 IPC, permitting her to retrieve her passport and travel to Canada. The petitioner sought permission…