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Law & Behold

Presently on Hold. Law & Behold is a legal podcast presenting recent and interesting judgments from courts in India. Listen to a fascinating story of a case that has been decided by the Supreme Court of India or one of the High Courts. A primer on legal education, the podcast is presented in Hinglish, and is suited for everyone interested in learning the nuances of law. Show Notes contain case name, case number and citation.

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00:12:43

Oh Calcutta!

Law & Behold ·

2020/07/05

Cavalier Enterprises alleged that Kolkata Municipal Corporation has illegally put a lock on its lifts. The real story turned out to be a lot different. In our penultimate episode of this season, we trace the history of hottest property in Kolkata from 1906! The Calcutta High Court saw through the charade, but what did it do? Judgment-Cavalier Enterprises Private Limited and others v Kolkata Municipal Corporation and others Link:

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00:12:39

Manufacturing Defects

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2020/06/28

On 08.12.2010 Krishan Bhatia purchased one Honda Activa scooter from Satnam Motors Pvt. Ltd. at Jaipur for Rs. 52,500/-, but the bill invoice mentioned the amount as Rs. 44,076/-. The scooter was manufactured by Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. Krishan Bhatia alleged that due to some manufacturing defect some liquid was leaking and the front elevation of the scooter got damaged and spoiled the colour completely. Honda and the dealer did not resolve the said problem and refused to repair

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00:21:38

Attempt to Murder

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2020/06/21

Dr. Jaydeep A Patel was going to his laboratory from his residence at around 4.45 p.m. on 3.12.2002, in his Indica Car being driven by his driver Jignesh G. Vyas. When the car had to slow down to negotiate a speed breaker, a motorbike stopped beside the car, and Dr. Patel was shot at. The bullet pierced the glass window and hit Dr. Patel on his face. The shooters fled from the spot. The case eventually reached Supreme Court, where the Apex Courts pronounced an important judgment on attempt to

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00:12:03

Amputation

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2020/06/14

Anthony Swamy, a painter by profession was travelling in a bus. The bus meets an accident and hits a lorry. Anthony suffers grievous injuries. His left leg is amputated. He suffers all loss of income. He can no longer paint, or walk, or climb stairs or socialise. The Motor Accident Tribunal grants him a meagre compensation, which is increased marginally by the High Court. The Supreme Court employs the functional test to decide the amount of compensation. How are claims in motor accident cases

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00:14:39

Charas

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2020/06/07

Cannabis or marijuana is grown in ample amount in Himachal Pradesh. The Indian law mandates severe punishment for trading in contraband, especially in commercial quantities . Yet, one KG of Charas is not a commercial quantity. Shocked you, right? Listen in as we delve into Himachal Pradesh granting bail to a person accused of multiple NDPS offences. Judgment- Khekh Ram v. State of Himachal Pradesh Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JSc9WYAlcxCzUPqpFrbCp3O8ztcn2Uo4/view?usp=sharing Citation: 2020

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00:14:16

Over Wait

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2020/05/31

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts an exam for entry as Assistant Commandant in the Central Armed Police Forces. A written exam is followed by medical tests, subsequent to which candidates are called for interview. The medical standards are strict, and this particular candidate in question is found to be overweight. He approaches the Delhi High Court that his medical must be re-conducted by measuring weight with a properly calibrated weighing machine. What follows is a saga on

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00:17:24

Quarantine- COVID-19

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2020/05/24

A photojournalist comes in contact with a Pizza Delivery person, who was later diagnosed as positive for coronavirus. The Govt came and directed the photojournalist to stay at home. A few days later, the Government passed another order for extending the quarantine. It also issued warnings for breaking quarantine. All of this was challenged in Court. The Delhi High Court conducted hearings over video conference. It balanced the claims of the journalist, with the needs of the Government. But how long

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00:14:08

Termites Ate Them

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2020/05/17

A property dispute! It started in 2007-08, seven years later, the notary who attested the documents claims that the notary registry has been eaten up by termites! And well, this was an act of god. The Central Information Commission trashes this stand and imposes maximum penalty. All of this comes up before Delhi High Court, whose judgment we discuss! Judgment- Meena Sharma v. Nand Lal & Anr. Link: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1jDKKuhB3i_-PTqNCLP5FYzLpFMqFPMfX Citation: 2020 Indlaw DEL

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00:14:26

Court Martial

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2020/05/10

A non commissioned officer in the Indian Army is accused of breaking-in at the middle of the night. A Court Martial follows. A culmination of a 21 year old journey, at the hands of the Supreme Court. This and lots more in this episode of Law and Behold! Judgment- Union of India and others v Dafadar Kartar Singh and another Link: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1sNmNjjppmhKfi_BeqZWHUfARTFWkkLfX Citation: 2019 Indlaw SC 1206 Twitter: https://twitter.com/law_behold Instagram:

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00:11:41

Corruption in Education

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2020/05/03

An MBBS Student in a Deemed University in Gujarat is asked to cough up Rs. 20 Lakhs for an NOC. What follows is a tale of corruption. Charge and Discharge! See the rot in the education system and witness how the Supreme Court held that even private individuals can be considered to be public servants. Judgment- State of Gujarat v Mansukhbhai Kanjibhai Shah Link: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1k36GcPSyFzKi903_0WN3lkouWuCDFXaF Citation: 2020 Indlaw SC 319 Twitter:

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00:10:18

Celebratory Firing

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2020/04/26

A happy wedding in Uttrakhand is shattered by gunshots. Two people die, and the shooter is the groom’s father. The trial court awards life imprisonment for murder. The High Court confirms it, but the Supreme Court says that there was no murder! This and lots more in this episode of Law & Behold! Judgment- Bhagwan Singh v State of Uttarakhand Link: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1m-KenA4gunit2XWmSa8pTZRuyPPaa1wD Citation: 2020 Indlaw SCO 144 Twitter: https://twitter.com/law_behold Instagram:

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00:06:50

Honourable Acquittal

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2020/04/19

Innocent until proven guilty, right? Well, that is not always the case. Especially when you are in a government service or an applicant for one! The Madhya Pradesh High Court examined a case in which the government employee was suspended because of a criminal case against him. Upon acquittal, he asked for full salary. Did he get it? This and lots more in this episode of Law & Behold! Judgment- Vijay Manjhi v State of Madhya Pradesh and others Link:

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00:08:20

Cat Food: Animal Rights during Lockdown

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2020/04/12

The Kerala High Court allowed a cat owner to travel during the lockdown to get food for his pets. Did you know that international law recognises five fundamental rights of animals? Not feeding your pet is a criminal offence in India! This and lots more in this episode of Law & Behold! Judgment - N Prakash v. State of Kerala, W.P.(C). TMP-28 OF 2020, Kerala High Court https://drive.google.com/open?id=1e1DJR-548Ee8vcbIS275Lqecpdz_gocP Twitter: https://twitter.com/law_behold Instagram:

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00:22:51

Seat, Venue & Place: Arbitration Ft. Shashwat Awasthi

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2020/04/05

Why an Indian Company in the business of air purifiers had its air being put tight before the Supreme Court? The Apex Court has delivered an important verdict on differentiating the concepts of seat, venue and place. This case takes us to India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Hong Kong, all while being under lockdown. In this episode, Shashwat Awasthi discusses various aspects of arbitration law and why the Supreme Court did what it did. Judgment - MANKASTU IMPEX PRIVATE LIMITED v. AIRVISUAL LIMITED, 2020 SCC

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00:12:43

Money Laundering Ft. Shantanu Singh

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2020/03/29

What is Money Laundering? Know its history, present and future as we discuss a very important judgment from Punjab and Haryana High Court. P&H High Court Judgment: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1aSF2Gn9syxAm8cBE4GpEaQW-F9_HA2Yj Twitter: https://twitter.com/law_behold Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandbehold/ PS- Due to the present lockdown, the episode has been recorded remotely using Skype. As a result, the audio quality has suffered. Apologies for the same, and thank you for the

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00:30:50

Telecom Sector in Peril: Understanding AGR Ft. Aayush...

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2020/03/23

The Telecom Sector in India is in peril. It is a key contributor to the Indian economy but in debt of Rs 4 lakh crore. Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea, two major operators owe thousands of crores to the Government. The Supreme Court is on a relentless pursuit to make them pay. On October 24, 2019, the Apex Court delivered a verdict that shook up the sector. The judgment impacts entities who were not litigating in the first place! What is the AGR issue? How did we get here? And what is the way out

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00:09:36

Seed Battle

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2020/03/22

Is a small scale farmer, who purchased seeds from a Company with a buy-black clause, a consumer? The Supreme Court has answered the same. In this episode, we trace the history and story of a longstanding litigation, which is yet to come to an end after 16 years. A classic David v. Goliath battle, in the corridors of Indian Courts. Judgment- https://drive.google.com/open?id=14W60XnmDmiV_d7KFEcVmxHhAn5vAZFfc Final Order- https://drive.google.com/open?id=1SZhOUghXr75FsXUGBlEvFRWb-WQHYs-3 Twitter:

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00:17:53

Land Acquisition Ft. Aayush Jain

Law & Behold ·

2020/03/15

A Five Judge Bench of the Supreme Court delivered a landmark verdict on land acquisition. In this episode, we understand what land acquisition is, why is it done, what has changed in the law, and what is so interesting about the judgment. Indore Development Authority Judgment 2020 SCC OnLine SC 316- https://drive.google.com/open?id=1aAulU5W-0OVzn0xQaLVYgCHio1qO0TTG Get in touch! Follow us at Twitter: @law_behold Instagram: lawandbehold --- Send in a voice message:

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00:11:39

Virtual Currencies in India: RBI Ban and Supreme Court

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2020/03/08

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) effectively banned virtual currencies in April 2018. This March, Supreme Court set that ban aside. Do you hold BitCoin, LiteCoin or any other crypto? Well, you can now finally encash and put them into your bank accounts. In this episode, we see what virtual currencies actually are and who uses them! We see the points canvassed before the Supreme Court and how the Court eventually decided. In short, Virtual Currency, Decoded. Judgment-

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00:08:13

Fantasy Sports or Gambling? Ft. Kshitiz Sharma

Law & Behold ·

2020/03/01

Many High Courts have held that Fantasy Sports based online games like Dream 11 are not gambling websites. Rajasthan High Court has also delivered a judgment recently on this issue. In this episode, we discuss what are fantasy games, how do they different from gambling, and the tests courts employ to differentiate them. Recorded in the Pink City of Jaipur, this is a primer on how not to lose money! Rajasthan HC Judgment: Chandresh Sankhla v. State of Rajasthan, 2020 SCC OnLine Raj 264 Supreme Court

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