Supreme Court upheld culpable homicide conviction under Section 304 Part II IPC but reduced sentence of 80-year-old convict, holding imprisonment harsh at advanced age.
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MADRAS HIGH COURT STAY ON JANA NAYAGAN CERTIFICATION
Madras High Court Division Bench stayed CBFC certification of Jana Nayagan, questioning procedural compliance under Cinematograph Rules after single-judge clearance.
HEAVY EARTH MOVING MACHINERY AND ROAD TAX LIABILITY
Supreme Court rules that excavators and dumpers used exclusively within factories are not motor vehicles and are exempt from road tax under the Motor Vehicle Act.
SUPREME COURT TEST FOR BAIL UNDER SECTION 319
Supreme Court clarifies bail test for accused added under Section 319 CrPC, requiring strong evidence and applying parity with co-accused.
STRAY DOGS IN INSTITUTIONS AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Supreme Court scrutinises stray dogs in institutions, balancing Animal Birth Control Rules with Article 21 safety rights and holding States accountable for non-compliance.
STRAY DOGS CASE AND SUPREME COURT CONCERNS
Supreme Court examines stray dogs case, balancing public safety, ABC Rules compliance, and animal welfare amid municipal inaction and expert suggestions.