#Indian Penal Code

Interim Relief to Saints in Mathura Ashram Dispute, Criminal Proceedings Stayed: Allahabad High Court

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The Allahabad High Court has granted interim relief in a complaint case arising out of an ashram-related dispute in Mathura district by staying the entire criminal proceedings pending before the trial court until further orders. The order was passed by a Single Bench of Justice Nand Prabha Shukla while hearing an application filed under Section … Read more

Strict Directions to Protect the Identity of Sexually Assault Victims: Delhi High Court

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The Delhi High Court, while refusing to grant regular bail to an accused in a serious case of sexual assault on a minor, held that in such sensitive matters, where the prosecutrix’s testimony is consistent, clear, and cogent, the accused is not entitled to bail. The Court observed that, “This Court is of the opinion … Read more