Justice Milind Jadhav Rejects Recusal in Tenancy Case, Fines Petitioner ₹50,000 for Raising Corruption Allegations Against Him
Justice Milind N. Jadhav of the Bombay High Court declined an application of his recusal, in a case of an…
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Karnataka Government’s New Anti-Fake News Law: Proposing 7-Year Jail Term and ₹10 Lakh Fine for Offenders
The government of Karnataka wants to come out with a strict new section to deal with fake news and misinformation with punishment going up to a maximum of 7 years in prison and a 10 lakh- rupee fine. The draft bill also seeks to create a regulatory office and special courts to check the accuracy of content in social media and the accountability that provokes the question of freedom of speech.
Meghalaya Murder Case: Applicability of BNS Section 103 for Murder Punishment
This research article examines the Raghuvanshi murder in Meghalaya, analysing how Bharatiya Nyāya Saṃhitā Section 103’s individual and group homicide provisions apply, the procedural safeguards for capital punishment, and investigative innovations under the new code.
Section 64 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023: Punishment for Rape
Section 64 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, prescribes rigorous imprisonment of seven years to life and a fine for rape convictions. It emphasizes stringent punishment to deter sexual violence, ensuring justice for victims while aligning with India’s criminal law reforms for enhanced societal protection.
Section 4 and Section 5 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 Explain Different Types of Punishments and Their Commutation
The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, provides a systematic framework of punishments to deliver justice. It harmonizes harsh punishments with equity by enabling the government to alter sentences when needed. With provisions covering punishments from death penalties to community service, the law seeks to deliver justice to match the crime’s gravity as well as permit mercy and reconsideration in meritorious cases.