Crime
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Rape Laws in India: Things that need to change
In India, the history of rape laws began with the enactment of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), in 1860. Since then, there have been several amendments to deter and punish… Read more.
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New Offences are Added: Whether Bail or Jail
Court is a place where every day you get the opportunity to learn new concepts. As a judge or Magistrate we on the previous day prepare ourselves to face the… Read more.
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Murders During Pandemic – Have the Numbers Decreased?
The Covid-19 pandemic has caused a health and economic crisis worldwide. Since it was discovered in Hubei, China in late 2019, it has spread rapidly across the globe, bringing with… Read more.
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Understanding Inquest and its Procedure
Investigation on an inquiry under Section 174 of the Code is distinct from the investigation as contemplated under Section 154 of the Code relating to commission of a cognizable offence.… Read more.
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No Transfer of Investigation under Section 406 CrPC; CBI Investigation need of the Hour – Understanding the Rhea Chakraborty’s Case
“When truth meets sunshine, justice will not prevail on the living alone but after Life’s fitful fever, now the departed will also sleep well. Satyameva Jayate.“ Today, we saw the… Read more.
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The Legality of Compounding in Rape Cases – Removing the Confusion (Part II)
To view the first part of the series, click here. The Correct Position of Law In the previous post, we went through a series of decisions that were allowing compounding… Read more.
