-By Subhrodeep Maiti In a pivotal ruling, the Orissa High Court clarified that the competent court can grant an amount of maintenance more than what is claimed in the application under section 25(2) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. The said ruling lays emphasis on the discretion of the court to do justice and fair…
Introduction Our Constitution is written and controlled Constitution. It can only be amended to the extent of and in accordance with the provisions contained therein, the provision being Article 368 of the Constitution. Some of the provisions of the Constitution of India form its Basic Structure and are not amendable by Parliament even by exercise…
The Illegal tree-cutting in the East Khasi Hills District was contested by the Meghalaya High Court, which found that the State had not produced any evidence that the trees had been taken down by due process of law To strengthen environmental accountability and the importance of preserving the State’s green cover, the court mandated that…
Supreme Court on October 24 emphasized that stubble burning not only violates personal law but also violates fundamental right of the citizen under Article 21 of Indian Constitution. A bench of Justice Abhay Oka and Justice Ahsanuddin and Justice Augustine George Masih was hearing the petition filed by MC Mehta case today concerning the Air…
Introduction Unlike many other religions where polygamy is forbidden, it has a long and complicated history within the religion of Hindus. Though practiced earlier by certain communities such as some along the princely Rajput lines, modern Indian law has firmly prohibited polygamy (among Hindus). This blog deals with the history of polygamy in Hinduism, legalizing it through a…
INTRODUCTION Geographical Indications (GIs) signify products that originate from a specific geographical area, possessing qualities, reputation, or characteristics inherently linked to their place of origin. For example, “Champagne” refers to sparkling wine made in the Champagne region of France, and it must meet certain standards to be labelled as such. The primary function of a…
-By Subhrodeep Maiti Trademarks Registry Revokes Approval of ‘Chuutiyaram’ Trademark Following Controversy. Rejection of the trademark application Chu****ram after license controversy. The Trademarks Registry has revoked its approval of the application for “Chu****ram”, a trademark intended to label biscuit and Namkeen food products, after pistol who reviews the liability of the word capsules. Prior to…
The Supreme Court on Monday refused to quash the summons issued to ArvindKejriwal in file against him by Gujarat University for questioning the academicdegree of Arvind Kejrival. A bench headed by Justice Hrishikesh Roy and Justice SVN Bhatti without goininto merits held that no relief could be given to Kejriwal and co-accused Sanjay ina defamation…
Date: 14th August 2024 Judge: Honourable Mrs. Justice Malasri Nandi Case Title: Abdul Monaf Vs. State of Assam Petitioner: Abdul Monaf, represented by advocates Mr. H.R.A. Choudhury and Mr. I.U. Chowdhury. Respondent: State of Assam, represented by the Public Prosecutor. Proceedings: The petitioner applied for bail in connection with Special (NDPS) Case No. 03/2024, arising…
