Mere non-production of the seized contraband during trial may not be fatal if there is reliable evidence in respect of its seizure, drawing of samples therefrom, and FSL report relating to t..

FSL Report--Examination of Chemical Examiner is not essential to prove the report ..

It is admissible as such--However, if required an explanatory statement can be recorded..

Author of MLR not examined--Appellants acquitted under S.326 IPC/S.118(2)BNS..

Bar on Anticipatory Bail for offence under SCST is absolute if prima facie case is made out from the allegations in the FIR..

Vague Allegations--Complainant has not mentioned the time, date, place, or manner in which the alleged harassment occurred or the details of the nature of demand or its particulars--FIR quas..

Petitioner was initially a complainant in an corruption case--On the basis of further investigation his status was converted of being an accused--Protection under Article 20(3) of the Consti..

Even if no public servant is involved accused persons can still be charge sheeted under S.8 PC Act..

Case put forth by the complainant has not been found to be true by the Police--Not a ground to transfer investigation..

Directions issued that, the Trial Courts shall record cogent and sufficient reasons before converting a summary trial to summons trial..

Directions issued that each and every complaint under Section 138 of the NI Act shall contain a synopsis in the prescribed format..

In addition to usual modes, summons would be served through dasti and electronic modes also--Summons to also include online payment link ..