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Supreme Court on Anticipatory Bail under SC/ST Act: Interpretation of Sections 18 and 3
Exploring the Supreme Court's nuanced stance on anticipatory bail within the SC/ST Act through pivotal rulings.
Aug 31, 20246 min read
Adjudication v. Prosecution: FERA Penalty Sustained Despite Acquittal in Customs Prosecution
The SAFEMA Tribunal reaffirmed that adjudication under FERA is distinct from prosecution, upholding monetary penalties against the appellant despite his acquittal in a related Customs case. The ruling underscores that retracted confessions, if unsubstantiated, and procedural delays do not override corroborative evidence in civil penalty proceedings under foreign exchange law.
Aug 31, 20244 min read
Excessive Bail is no Bail – Supreme Court Relaxes Bail Conditions
SC rules on unified sureties for multiple FIRs, easing the bail process across states, upholding fundamental rights under Article 21
Aug 30, 20243 min read
Drawing the Line: Supreme Court Reminds that Cheating and Criminal Breach of Trust are Distinct & Cannot Co-exist
Supreme Court clarifies: mere non-payment of debts does not establish criminal liability, underscoring the separation of civil and criminal
Aug 30, 20245 min read
Supreme Court Acquits Accused Due to Inadmissible Evidence and Procedural Lapses in NDPS Case
Analysis of a landmark Supreme Court verdict, highlighting key legal errors in NDPS convictions and procedural integrity
Aug 29, 20243 min read
Delhi High Court Reinforces the Jurisdiction and Scope of Powers of NCLT
The Delhi High Court confirms NCLT's authority to handle cases involving forged documents, expanding its role in complex company disputes.
Aug 26, 20242 min read
Appellate Tribunal SAFEMA Revisits Penalty Proportionality: Balancing Compliance, Proportionality, and Regulatory Oversight under FEMA
The SAFEMA Tribunal reduced penalties under FEMA, recognising the importance of proportionality in regulatory enforcement and compliance.
Aug 25, 20243 min read
Allahabad High Court Quashes Unreasoned Summoning in Benami Case: Emphasizes Judicial Scrutiny
The Allahabad HC stresses the need for reasoned summoning orders in benami cases, ensuring proper judicial scrutiny and legal adherence.
Aug 24, 20244 min read