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Calcutta High Court Allows Counterclaim by Amendment Despite Delay: “No bar under Order VIII Rule 6A CPC on filing counterclaim after written statement if within outer limit and before issues are framed”

Court’s Decision The Calcutta High Court, Commercial Division, allowed the defendant’s application seeking amendment of its written statement to incorporate a counterclaim of ₹26,08,36,292/-, holding that: “Since inception, the defendant…
June 18, 2025
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Kerala High Court Grants Bail Despite Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act (KAAPA) History: “Continued Detention Not Required in the Circumstances of the Case” | Involvement in Multiple Crimes Not a Bar to Bail if Animosity is Personal and Evidence Limited

Court’s Decision The Kerala High Court, in Bail Application No. 6605 of 2025, granted bail to the two petitioners, accused of assault under various provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita,…
June 18, 2025
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Calcutta High Court Allows Leader of Opposition to Visit Maheshtala Despite Prohibitory Order: “No Impediment If BNSS Conditions Are Followed” | Section 163 BNSS Cannot Override Fundamental Right to Movement with Reasonable Restrictions

Court’s Decision In W.P.A. 12966 of 2025, the Calcutta High Court allowed the petitioners—comprising the Leader of Opposition and another Member of the Legislative Assembly—to visit Maheshtala, West Bengal, notwithstanding…
June 18, 2025