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High Court Drama: From Mark Redistribution to CBI Investigations!

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Rajasthan and Jharkhand High Courts are making headlines with landmark decisions! Join us for details on the trials that are shaking the legal landscape!

In recent times, the Rajasthan High Court has attracted attention with its ruling on the distribution of marks related to deleted questions in the Junior Accountant and Tehsil Revenue examinations. The court upheld the method of redistributing marks, much to the relief of many examinees who believed they were unfairly affected by the deleted questions. This decision not only emphasizes the importance of fair assessment in the educational system but also reaffirms the judiciary's role in upholding student rights. After nearly three decades of deliberation, this verdict acts as a stepping stone towards more just and equitable examination processes.

Meanwhile, the Jharkhand High Court has taken a bold step by transferring a significant appointment scam case to the CBI for further investigation. This decision serves as a serious blow to the Hemant Soren government, which has been facing allegations of corruption and mismanagement. The appointment scam centers around illegal recruitments within the Jharkhand Assembly, with the judiciary sending a clear message that no stone will be left unturned in the pursuit of justice. As the CBI gears up for its investigation, many await the revelations and accountability that may follow.

In a heartwarming twist, villagers from Kombaru in Dakshina Kannada finally found light at the end of a long tunnel after filing a petition in the High Court for government funds. After nearly thirty years of waiting, their persistent struggle paid off with an award of ₹1.31 crore earmarked for the construction of much-needed bridges and roads. Their story is a testament to resilience and the fight for community rights, proving that sometimes, justice takes time, but it does arrive.

On a different note, the High Court also made headlines by rejecting a “Representative Action” class claim against British Airways and easyJet that sought an estimated £319 million. The refusal highlights the complexities of legal battles concerning consumer rights on an international level. Amidst the whirlwind of court proceedings, these high-profile cases remind us that the scales of justice are always in motion, ensuring that legal principles are upheld amid varying circumstances.

A lesser-known fact about the Rajasthan High Court's mark redistribution decision is that it aligns with global trends in educational reform, where transparency and fairness are increasingly prioritized. Similarly, the CBI's investigation stemming from the Jharkhand Assembly scam reflects a global movement towards anti-corruption measures within governmental systems, emphasizing the need for integrity and trust in public service.

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Rajasthan High Court upholds the method of redistributing marks of ... (SCC Online)

Rajasthan High Court: In a writ petition challenging the method of distribution of marks for deleted questions in the Junior Accountant and Tehsil Revenue ...

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Jharkhand High Court transfers appointment scam case to CBI (The Hindu)

In a major jolt to the Hemant Soren government, the Jharkhand High Court on Monday (September 23, 2024) handed over the Jharkhand Assembly illegal ...

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Villagers file petition in High Court to get funds from govt. for long ... (The Hindu)

Residents of Kombaru village in Dakshina Kannada finally secure ₹1.31 crore for bridge and road construction after nearly three decades.

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High Court orders CBI probe into Jharkhand Assembly 'recruitment ... (Avenue Mail)

The bench of Acting Chief Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad and Justice Arun Kumar Rai announced the decision on Monday. Earlier, after a hearing, the court had ...

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High Court rejects Representative Action Class Action against ... (CMS LawNow)

The High Court has rejected a “Representative Action” claim brought against British Airways and easyJet, which was seeking an estimated £319 million against ...

D'Aloia v Persons Unknown: English High Court clarifies law on ... (CMS LawNow)

Whether the Claimant could establish that his Identifiable Cryptocurrency reached the 82e6 Wallet for which Bitkub holds the private key. This issue required ...

Himachal Pradesh High Court rules angel tax not applicable on ... (EY)

The Taxpayer determined FMV of shares as per discounted cashflow method (DCF). Tax authority rejected the method of valuation adopted by the taxpayer and ...

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High Court Order ; अधिक वेतन भुगतान की वसूली पर रोक, एसएसपी मेरठ को ... (ETV Bharat)

इलाहाबाद हाईकोर्ट (Allahabad High Court Order) ने अधिक वेतन भुगतान संबंधी एक याचिका पर सुनवाई के बाद वसूली आदेश पर रोक लगा दी है.

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Goa High Court Quashes RERA Appointment (Construction World)

The Bombay High Court at Goa has annulled the appointment of retired district court judge Cholu Gauns as a member of the Goa Real Estate Regulatory ...

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MUDA case LIVE: Karnataka High Court dismisses CM ... (The Hindu)

Facts narrated in the complaints undoubtedly require investigation as benefit is not for outsiders but for family members of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

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Karnataka High Court bars using, uploading videos of HC proceedings (barandbench.com)

The Court passed these directions while issuing notice on a petition moved by Advocates' Association, Bengaluru, against use of live-streamed videos of ...

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Karnataka High Court bars using, uploading videos of hearings ... (India Today)

The court has also ordered social media platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, X to takedown the videos taken, and uploaded from the High Court's official ...

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MUDA case: No relief for Siddaramaiah as Karnataka High Court ... (Deccan Herald)

The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday dismissed the petition filed by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah against Governor Thawarchand Gehlot's decision to sanction ...

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Setback for Siddaramaiah: Karnataka High Court rejects plea ... (Hindustan Times)

Governor Taawarchand Gehlot had sanctioned an investigation against Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in the alleged Mysuru Urban Development Authority scam.

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Karnataka High Court bars using, uploading videos of proceedings (Deccan Herald)

The Advocates' Association of Bengaluru (AAB) on Friday had requested the Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court to stop the live streaming of the court ...

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Blow to Siddaramaiah, court upholds Governor's nod to probe him ... (India Today)

The Karnataka High Court dismissed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's plea, challenging the legality of the Governor's move to prosecute him in the MUDA land ...

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Breaking | Karnataka High Court Upholds Governor's Sanction To ... (Live Law)

The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday (September 24) dismissed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's plea against the Governor's sanction to prosecute him in the ...

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Siddaramaiah blames Modi regime after he suffers major setback in ... (Economic Times)

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has accused the central government of using Raj Bhavans to destabilize opposition governments. This follows a high court ruling ...

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Karnataka High Court upholds Governor's sanction to prosecute CM ... (barandbench.com)

The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday upheld the sanction granted by Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot to prosecute Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the ...

Cheque bounce case invalid if no notice to firm, partners: High Court (Times of India)

The Karnataka High Court has ruled that cheque bounce cases against firms and their partners are invalid unless proper notice is issued to both parties, ...

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Collegium recommends two judicial officers for appointment as ... (barandbench.com)

The Supreme Court Collegium on Tuesday recommended the elevation of two judicial officers of Bihar as judges of the Patna High Court.

Stephenson Harwood wins appeal in Singapore's High Court (Stephenson Harwood)

Law firm Stephenson Harwood LLP recently secured a victory in the Appellate Division of the Singapore High Court, obtaining a favourable ruling for the ...

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Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Appointment Of 9 ... (Live Law)

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of following advocates as the Judges of the Bombay High Court.(i) Ms Nivedita Prakash Mehta,(ii) ...

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Discourteous behaviour by lawyers cannot be tolerated: Allahabad ... (barandbench.com)

Lawyers are expected to refrain from using intemperate language against judges, added the Division Bench of Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra and Justice Dr. Gautam ...

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Supreme Court Collegium recommends appointment of nine ... (barandbench.com)

The Bombay High Court is currently functioning with 66 judges as against its sanctioned strength of 94.

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Karnataka High Court restrains social media from using live ... (The Hindu)

High Court of Karnataka restrains YouTube, META, and X from sharing live-streamed court proceedings due to rule violation.

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Read Supreme Court judgment or go for refresher course ... (barandbench.com)

Justice Vinod Diwakar of High Court said that the reasoning given by the Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate-IVth of Jaunpur District was disturbing.

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Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Appointment Of Two ... (Live Law)

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of two judicial officers - Shashi Bhushan Prasad Singh and Ashok Kumar Pandey as Judges of the ...

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DK Shivakumar backs Siddaramaiah amid High Court setback to ... (India Today)

After Karnataka High Court's ruling that gave approval for investigation the irregularities in the MUDA scam, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar defended ...

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