Tuesday, February 21, 2017

Section 309 in The Code Of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 309 in The Code Of Criminal Procedure, 1973

309. Power to postpone or adjourn proceedings.

(1) In every inquiry or trial, the proceedings shall be held as expeditiously as possible, and in particular, when the examination of witnesses has once begun, the same shall be continued from day to day until all the witnesses in attendance have been examined, unless the Court finds the adjournment of the same beyond the following day to be necessary for reasons to be recorded.

(2) If the Court, after taking cognizance of an offence, or commencement of trial, finds it necessary or advisable to postpone the commencement of, or adjourn, any inquiry or trial, it may, from time to time, for reasons to be recorded, postpone or adjourn the same on such terms as it thinks fit, for such time as it considers reasonable, and may by a warrant remand the accused if in custody: Provided that no Magistrate shall remand an accused person to custody under this section for a term exceeding fifteen days at a time: Provided further that when witnesses are in attendance, no adjournment or postponement shall be granted, without examining them, except for special reasons to be recorded in writing: 1 Provided also that no adjournment shall be granted for the purpose only of enabling the accused person to show cause against the sentence proposed to be imposed on him.] Explanation 1.- If sufficient evidence has been obtained to raise a suspicion that the accused may have committed an offence, and it appears likely that further evidence may be obtained by a remand, this is a reasonable cause for a remand. Explanation 2.- The terms on which an adjournment or postponement may be granted include, in appropriate cases, the payment of costs by the prosecution or the accused.

Tuesday, February 14, 2017

BE TECH SAVVY TO BE MONEY-WISE

BE TECH SAVVY TO BE MONEY-WISE


The current generation needs constant technology in every aspect of life. Ensure you use it for finance too.


1. FIND OUT YOUR MONEY:-There are many apps and websites available to help you understand your money habits better. Even some banks offer services to analyse your spending habits. This can help control your money better.


2. CALCULATE YOUR NEEDS:-How much money do you need to retire or meet other goals? how much do you need to invest every month? There are various financial calculators to answer all your money questions.

3. DIY INVESTING:-  Once you have your needs handy, you can easily conduct research online. There are scores of data available freely to help you understand investments and do it right.

4.TRACK YOUR INVESTMENTS:- Your money lies in your bank account, but you can practically view it on your computer, Create portfolio using myriad portfolio apps available. You may evern get advice and analysis.

5.SET NEWS ALERTS:-  If you know your investments, your know what is likely to affect it. Set alerts through Google or even your portfolio application to know everything that matter to your money.

6.FIND AN ADVISOR NEAR YOU:-Can't do it yourself? Never mind. You can use technology to help you find someone to do it for you. Easily find good financial advisers in your area online at the click of button.


Source:-Hindustan Times e-paper Delhi 14/2/2017 page 13