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Allahabad HC sets aside arrest under CGST Act for failing to disclose grounds of arrest, omitting CBIC-DIN, and violating D.K. Basu guidelines, reinforcing procedural safeguards in tax-related detentions. The ruling mandates strict compliance with arrest protocols to prevent arbitrary custody.
Calcutta High Court rules that courts must assess the earning capacity of both spouses under the PWDV Act before granting ad-interim maintenance, regardless of professional standing. Failure to follow Rajnesh v. Neha's disclosure mandate renders maintenance orders void, though child maintenance remains absolute.
Rajasthan High Court rules that banks cannot freeze accounts based on vague police requests under Section 102 CrPC. The court mandates precise written direction specifying the disputed amount, ensuring procedural fairness for account holders facing unilateral freezes without clear legal basis.
Madhya Pradesh High Court holds that schools must be given reasonable opportunity to cure deficiencies before denial of recognition under RTE Act, ensuring student welfare.