By: Andolan Sarkar

INTRODUCTION

The genesis of the Armed Forces Tribunal was caused by the observations made by the Supreme Court (herein after ‘SC’) in Lt. Col. Prithi Pal Singh Bedi v. Union of India & Others, wherein the court noted that the punishments awarded to service persons by the Armed Forces were not proportionate and excessively harsh. The court suggested a review mechanism by the Armed Forces Tribunal. Consequently, the Armed Forces Tribunal Act was formulated in 2007. The Armed Forces Tribunal performed the function of a specialized tribunal catering to cases exclusively arising from the Armed Forces.

Mexican prosecutors said Saturday they’re dropping a case against a woman who was hit with a six-year prison sentence for killing a man as he raped and assaulted her.

The reversal comes after protests erupted when a court in Mexico State agreed last week that 23-year-old Roxana Ruiz was raped in 2021, but was still guilty of homicide with “excessive use of legitimate defense” and ordered to pay $16,000 to her attacker’s family.

The state Prosecutor’s Office said it made the decision to drop charges after taking into account that Ruiz, who is an Indigenous woman and single mother, is

The world has long been plagued by the devastating effects of war, leaving behind countless victims and destruction in its wake. Despite numerous efforts to prevent conflicts, war crimes continue to occur, causing unimaginable suffering to innocent civilians.

To combat this issue, the United Nations has implemented various treaties aimed at protecting human rights during times of war. In this blog post, we will delve into the topic of war crimes and UN treaties, exploring their significance and impact on global peacekeeping efforts.

The Geneva Conventions

The Geneva Conventions are a set of international treaties that set out the rules

By- Kumar Aditya

INTRODUCTION

Maharashtra and states like, Delhi and Karnataka jumped on the bandwagon banning the operation of bike taxis in their respective jurisdictions. Karnataka banned the operation of the bike-taxis way back in 2016. Thereafter, many state governments joined the chain in banning the operation in their respective states Maharashtra Government notified the ban on the operation of the bike taxi vide notification, dated 19^th of January, 2023. As per the notification, the government banned non-transport vehicles, including two-wheelers, three-wheelers and four-wheelers, for ride pooling and aggregations. Subsequently, Rapido approached the concerned department to obtain a bike-taxi

It’s an unfortunate reality that car accidents are a common occurrence, with thousands happening every day. Understanding the common mistakes people often make following a car accident is the simplest way to help future accident victims avoid them.

For more specific advice tailored to your situation, we invite you to contact an experienced car accident lawyer near you.

Mistake #1: Not Calling Law Enforcement

A common misstep that many individuals make following a car accident is not contacting law enforcement. Some may deem it unnecessary, especially if the accident appears minor or if there are no immediate visible injuries. However,

In an exclusive interview with The US Sun, Sue-Ann Robinson—attorney for the family of Shanquella Robinson—discussed their frustration surrounding how her case has been handled. Shanquella died while on vacation in Cabo San Lucas with friends in October.

During the trip, the 25-year-old sustained a head injury and—according to her autopsy conducted by Mexican authorities—died of a broken neck. A video allegedly from the trip circulated shortly after which showed a violent altercation between Robinson and another woman.

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Sue Ann-Robinson (who is not related to the family she’s representing) gave The US Sun updates

Encountering charges for aggravated DUI (Driving Under the Influence) can have extreme consequences, including hefty penalties, license breaks, and even detention. In such circumstances, it is necessary to pursue the expertise of a skilled DUI lawyer.

They can function in diverse legal sets, consisting of private law firms, public defender’s headquarters, or as liberated practitioners. They often concentrate their approach on describing clients facing severe DUI charges, especially those concerning aggravating elements such as high blood alcohol concentration (BAC).

Aggravated DUI lawyers deliver presentations and advocacy in court proceedings, including arrangements, pretrial activities, and practices. They raise arguments, cross-examine witnesses,