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Supreme Court Clarifies: High Court Cannot Recall Dismissal Order To Grant Anticipatory Bail The legal Bandhu 48.3K followers September 19, 2025 Author: ABHISHEK J. The Supreme Court of India recently delivered a significant judgment clarifying the jurisdiction of High Courts in recalling orders pertaining to anticipatory bail. In "Gurvinder Singh v. Jasbir Singh @ Jasvir Singh & Anr." (2025 LiveLaw (SC) 924), the Bench comprising Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah and Justice S.V.N. Bhatti set aside the Punjab & Haryana High Court's recalled order granting anticipatory bail after it was earlier dismissed, reinforcing procedural finality and the settled position of law. Background of the Case This matter arose from a criminal appeal (Special Leave Petition (Criminal) No. 3843/2025) challenging the High Court’s order dated 07.02.2025 where, contrary to established principles, the High Court revived proceedings and granted anticipatory bail after an initial rejection o...

Understanding Salmond's Definition of Tort: A Cornerstone of Civil Wrong Law  Author: Abhishek Jat, Advocate The Law of Torts forms a vital part of the legal system by addressing civil wrongs and providing remedies to those injured by the wrongful acts of others. One of the most influential definitions in the realm of tort law was formulated by Sir John William Salmond, a distinguished legal scholar whose work continues to shape our understanding of tort law today.  What is a Tort?  Salmond's perspective Salmond defined tort as:  " A civil wrong for which the remedy is a common law action for unliquidated damages, and which is not exclusively the breach of contract, or the breach of trust or other merely equitable obligations."  The definitions carries several important implications:   Civil wrong: A tort is a wrong against an individual or entity for which the injured party can seek remedy through civil law, as the opposed to criminal law which deals...

🚨 RJS 2025 Admit Cards ARE OUT! Your Path to Becoming a Civil Judge Starts Now! 🧑‍⚖️ Posted on: July 10, 2025 By: Advocate Abhishek Jat | The Legal Bandhu The moment you've been waiting for is here! The Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur, has officially released the Admit Cards for the Rajasthan Judicial Services (RJS) 2025 Preliminary Examination. This is a monumental step for every aspiring Civil Judge who applied for this prestigious recruitment drive. If you're among the provisionally eligible candidates, it's time to gear up! Here’s your complete guide to downloading your admit card and what you need to know for the upcoming exam. Key Details at a Glance 🗓️ Official Notification No.: RHC/Exam Cell/RJS/CJC/2025/2591 Date of Issue: July 09, 2025 Exam Date: Sunday, July 27, 2025 Exam Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon How to Download Your RJS 2025 Admit Card 💻 Your admit card is your golden ticket to the examination hall, and it's available exclusively online. No physica...

  Stages of a Criminal Trial in India (Sessions & Magistrate Trial) By Advocate Abhishek Jat A criminal trial in India follows a structured legal process to ensure justice is served. The trial is conducted either in a Magistrate Court (for less serious offenses) or a Sessions Court (for more serious crimes). Here’s a breakdown of the key stages in a criminal trial: 1. FIR & Investigation The trial process begins with the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) under Section 173 of the Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) . Once an FIR is filed: The police initiate an investigation , which includes collecting evidence, recording witness statements, and arresting the accused (if required). Based on the findings, the police submit either a charge sheet (if enough evidence is found) or a closure report (if no substantial evidence is available). 2. Cognizance & Framing of Charges The Magistrate or Sessions Court takes cognizance of the offens...