sexual harassment act
![Section 354A of IPC cannot be applied to prosecute women: Calcutta HC [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2024/07/lj_4207_section.webp)
Calcutta HC rules Section 354A IPC can't prosecute women, quashes case against Susmita Pandit. Justice Ajay Kumar Gupta emphasizes the provision targets "a man."
Read Full Article
Judiciary
Sexual harrasment charges against WB Governor: SC to examine constitutional immunity
The Supreme Court will examine a plea to investigate sexual harassment allegations against West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose, challenging his constitutional immunity.
Judiciary
SC notice to Bhavani Revanna on Ktka govt's plea against bail
The Supreme Court issues notice to Bhavani Revanna on Karnataka govt's plea against her bail in an abduction case, citing lack of substantial evidence against her.
Judiciary
SC dismisses WB govt's plea against CBI probe into Sandeshkhali charges
Supreme Court dismisses West Bengal's plea against CBI probe into Sandeshkhali charges of mass sexual exploitation and land grab by suspended TMC member Sheikh Shahjahan.
TRENDING NEWS
Insurance company liable even if ownership transfer not recorded: Allahabad High Court [Read Judgment]
Allahabad HC rules that insurance companies remain liable for motor accident claims even if vehicle ownership transfer isn't officially recorded.
19 September, 2024 11:36 AM
Madras HC impleads Ministry of Health in Cool Lip Tobacco Case, raises concerns over school children’s use [Read Order]
The Madras High Court involves the Ministry of Health in a case over Cool Lip tobacco, highlighting its harmful use among school children.
19 September, 2024 12:03 PM
Karnataka HC refuses to quash FIR against teacher accused of filming minors changing clothes [Read Order]
Karnataka High Court refuses to quash FIR against teacher for filming minor girls changing clothes, emphasising the gravity of charges and need for a full trial.
19 September, 2024 11:17 AM
SC orders release of convict on Personal Bond, cites injustice in denying bail due to inability to furnish Local Surety [Read Order]
SC: Justice delivery mechanism must consider plight of indigent convicts unable to furnish local surety, orders release of convict on personal bond.
19 September, 2024 11:05 AM
Delhi HC orders MCD to pay ₹10 Lakh compensation in minor's death case [Read Judgment]
Delhi HC directs MCD to pay ₹10 lakh for a minor's death due to negligence, applying res ipsa loquitur and affirming compensation for fundamental rights violations.
19 September, 2024 10:36 AM
Delhi HC sets aside AIFF order penalising footballer Anwar Ali, directs fresh hearing [Read Order]
Delhi HC sets aside AIFF's ₹12.9 crore penalty on Anwar Ali, directs fresh hearing for fair decision with detailed reasons, citing natural justice principles.
19 September, 2024 12:19 PM