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FIR Under Section 498-A IPC for Offences Committed Abroad: Supreme Court & High Courts Draw a Clear Line on Jurisdiction
A Major Legal Relief for NRIs in Matrimonial Disputes In a significant and evolving line of jurisprudence, Indian courts—led by the Supreme Court and various High Courts—have consistently held that criminal proceedings under Section 498-A IPC cannot be sustained in India where the alleged acts of cruelty have been committed outside the territorial jurisdiction of…
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Supreme Court Settles Jurisdiction Under Section 138 NI Act: Payee’s Bank Decides Venue for Account Payee Cheques
In a significant judgment bringing long-awaited clarity to cheque dishonour litigation, the Supreme Court of India has conclusively settled the law on territorial jurisdiction under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, particularly after the 2015 Amendment
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Supreme Court Issues Guidelines under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 – Advocate in Chandigarh High Court Explains the Latest Ruling on Cheque Dishonour Cases
Guidelines under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 The judgment arises from the case titled “Sanjabij Tari v. Kishore S. Borcar & Anr.” heard by the Supreme Court of India, comprising Justices Manmohan and N.V. Anjaria. The case number is Criminal Appeal No. 1755 of 2010, decided on 25th September 2025. The appellant,…
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