Prosecution under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act is an independent, distinct statutory offence that deals specifically with the laundering, possession, or projection of ‘proceeds of crime’ as untainted property. A prior conviction in the predicate/scheduled offence does not attract the bar of double jeopardy under Section 300 Cr.P.C. Karnataka High Court. 2026 Daksha Legal Kar 702
Prosecution under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act is an independent, distinct statutory offence that deals specifically with the laundering, possession, or projection of ‘proceeds of crime’ as untainted property. A prior conviction in the predicate/scheduled offence does not attract the bar of double jeopardy under Section 300 Cr.P.C. Karnataka High Court. 2026 Daksha Legal Kar 702
  • 22-July-2026
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Karnataka Highways Act. A reference under Section 35 seeking enhancement can be made only when the award of compensation is made under Section 28 of the Act. Where the compensation has been paid pursuant to the consent award passed under section 27 of the Act, reference under Section 35 is not maintainable. Karnataka High Court.
Karnataka Highways Act. A reference under Section 35 seeking enhancement can be made only when the award of compensation is made under Section 28 of the Act. Where the compensation has been paid pursuant to the consent award passed under section 27 of the Act, reference under Section 35 is not maintainable. Karnataka High Court.
  • 22-July-2026
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Pre-emptive suit by testator for avoiding disputes regarding execution and proof of Will.
Pre-emptive suit by testator for avoiding disputes regarding execution and proof of Will.
  • 21-September-2025
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Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. Approval of a Resolution Plan gives the successful resolution applicant a ‘’clean slate.’’ All claims relating to the period before approval of the Resolution Plan stand extinguished unless recognised in the Resolution Plan. Operational creditors cannot enforce pre-CIRP claims through civil suits or arbitration after approval of the Resolution Plan. Supreme Court
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. Approval of a Resolution Plan gives the successful resolution applicant a ‘’clean slate.’’ All claims relating to the period before approval of the Resolution Plan stand extinguished unless recognised in the Resolution Plan. Operational creditors cannot enforce pre-CIRP claims through civil suits or arbitration after approval of the Resolution Plan. Supreme Court
  • 22-July-2026
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Specific Relief Act. The provisos to Sections 21(5) and 22(2) override the restrictions on post-trial amendments under Order VI Rule 17 CPC. Even at the appellate stage, a plaintiff may amend the plaint to claim refund of the earnest money/security deposit or compensation, so long as the suit continues to be one for specific performance. Karnataka High Court.
Specific Relief Act. The provisos to Sections 21(5) and 22(2) override the restrictions on post-trial amendments under Order VI Rule 17 CPC. Even at the appellate stage, a plaintiff may amend the plaint to claim refund of the earnest money/security deposit or compensation, so long as the suit continues to be one for specific performance. Karnataka High Court.
  • 21-July-2026
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When an ex-parte ad-interim temporary injunction is subsequently vacated, proceedings under Order XXXIX Rule 2(a) of CPC for alleged willful disobedience cannot be proceeded with during the pendency of the main suit since continuing such proceedings prior to the final adjudication of the suit constitutes a futile exercise of jurisdiction. Karnataka High Court.2026 Daksha Legal Kar 698
When an ex-parte ad-interim temporary injunction is subsequently vacated, proceedings under Order XXXIX Rule 2(a) of CPC for alleged willful disobedience cannot be proceeded with during the pendency of the main suit since continuing such proceedings prior to the final adjudication of the suit constitutes a futile exercise of jurisdiction. Karnataka High Court.2026 Daksha Legal Kar 698
  • 21-July-2026
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Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act. An unmarried major daughter who is unemployed and pursuing higher education has a right to claim educational expenses from her financially capable father under Section 20. Attaining majority does not disentitle her from seeking ‘monetary relief’ as she qualifies as an 'aggrieved person’. Karnataka High Court. 2026 Daksha Legal Kar 685
Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act. An unmarried major daughter who is unemployed and pursuing higher education has a right to claim educational expenses from her financially capable father under Section 20. Attaining majority does not disentitle her from seeking ‘monetary relief’ as she qualifies as an 'aggrieved person’. Karnataka High Court. 2026 Daksha Legal Kar 685
  • 21-July-2026
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Sales Tax. Retrospective withdrawal of exemption cannot operate oppressively. Though State can reassess and recover the principal tax liability retrospectively, it cannot levy penalty, and interest can accrue only from the date of the lawful reassessment demand, not from the original transaction period. Legislative competence must be balanced with constitutional fairness. Supreme Court.
Sales Tax. Retrospective withdrawal of exemption cannot operate oppressively. Though State can reassess and recover the principal tax liability retrospectively, it cannot levy penalty, and interest can accrue only from the date of the lawful reassessment demand, not from the original transaction period. Legislative competence must be balanced with constitutional fairness. Supreme Court.
  • 22-July-2026
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Mere issuance of notice under Order 39 Rule 3 CPC without granting or rejecting temporary injunction order on an application filed under Order 39 Rules 1 & 2 is not appealable under Order 43 Rule 1(R). Karnataka High Court. 2026 Daksha Legal Kar 626
Mere issuance of notice under Order 39 Rule 3 CPC without granting or rejecting temporary injunction order on an application filed under Order 39 Rules 1 & 2 is not appealable under Order 43 Rule 1(R). Karnataka High Court. 2026 Daksha Legal Kar 626
  • 19-July-2026
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'Supreme Court curtailing the inherent powers of the High Courts. Neither Legal nor Justified'. - B.V.Acharya, former Advocate General for Karnataka.
'Supreme Court curtailing the inherent powers of the High Courts. Neither Legal nor Justified'. - B.V.Acharya, former Advocate General for Karnataka.
  • 07-November-2024
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Tender. When the intending party responds to the tender notice, it is not permissible for such party to put forth its own conditions and seek variance in the conditions of tender. Karnataka High Court.
Tender. When the intending party responds to the tender notice, it is not permissible for such party to put forth its own conditions and seek variance in the conditions of tender. Karnataka High Court.
  • 08-October-2024
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Suit for specific performance. Purchaser of suit property from the defendant/vendor is a necessary party to the suit and can be impleaded. Karnataka High Court.
Suit for specific performance. Purchaser of suit property from the defendant/vendor is a necessary party to the suit and can be impleaded. Karnataka High Court.
  • 03-October-2024
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Suit for specific performance. Plaintiff can seek amendment of pleading to declare that collusive decree between his vendor and third party is not binding on him. Court must prevent multiplicity of the proceedings. Karnataka High Court.
Suit for specific performance. Plaintiff can seek amendment of pleading to declare that collusive decree between his vendor and third party is not binding on him. Court must prevent multiplicity of the proceedings. Karnataka High Court.
  • 01-October-2024
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Tender. Courts cannot interfere with the terms of the tender because it feels that some other terms would have been fair, wiser or logical. Karnataka High Court.
Tender. Courts cannot interfere with the terms of the tender because it feels that some other terms would have been fair, wiser or logical. Karnataka High Court.
  • 30-September-2024
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Negotiable Instruments Act. Cheque issued towards refund of advance sale consideration upon the failure to execute the sale deed, attracts the provisions of the Act. Karnataka High Court.
Negotiable Instruments Act. Cheque issued towards refund of advance sale consideration upon the failure to execute the sale deed, attracts the provisions of the Act. Karnataka High Court.
  • 28-September-2024
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