Madras High Court
Jana Nayagan certification: Madras HC posts plea to Jan 7
When the plea came up for hearing, Justice P T Asha orally asked the Central Board of Film Certification to produce a co...
Madras HC upholds single judge ruling allowing lighting of deepam on Thirupparankundram hill
The appellants failed to produce "formidable evidence" to show that Agama Sastra of Saivites prohibits lighting the lamp...
HC Bench upholds single judge ruling allowing lighting of deepam on Thirupparankundram hill
Tamil Nadu Minister for Natural Resources, S Regupathy faulted the judgment and said the government has the right to pre...
Madras High Court Restricts Kandhoori Festival on Thiruparankundram Hill
Interim Orders Limit Festival to Urus and Prohibit Animal Sacrifice and Non-Vegetarian Food...
Copyright; Whether script "Chemmozhi" was copied for the movie "Parasakthi" - No interim injunction
Madras High Court Denies Interim Injunction in Copyright Dispute Over Film "Parasakthi", Court finds no prima facie evid...
Madras High Court Directs Restoration of Ancient Custom: Lighting of Karthigai Deepam Lamp at ‘Deepathoon’ on Thiruparankundram Hill upheld
Court affirms religious freedom and cultural heritage rights of devotees, dismisses State’s apprehensions of public diso...
Division bench of Madras HC upholds ruling allowing lighting of deepam on Thirupparankundram hill
The petitioner, Rama Ravikumar, welcomed the judgment and described it as a victory for the devotees of Lord Muruga....
Open to Vedanta to file plea before authorities over green copper plant: Madras HC
The State's counsel submitted that earlier, due to breach of consent and other violations, action was taken to close d...
Madras High Court Upholds Judicial Discretion in Honour Killing Case Involving SC/ST Act
Court dismisses petition seeking expedited recall of Non-Bailable Warrant, emphasising due process and victim protection...
Madras High Court Upholds Dismissal of Injunction Suit in Property Dispute
Court Modifies Relief on Counter-Claim, Emphasizes Specific Relief Act's Application in Distinct Causes...
Madras High Court Grants Interim Bail in High-Profile Preventive Detention Case
Court Criticizes Misuse of Preventive Detention Laws, Emphasizes Protection of Personal Liberty...
Madras High Court Grants Interim Bail to YouTube Journalist Allegedly Harassed by Law Enforcement
Court Cites Health Concerns and Right to Personal Liberty in Decision to Release Journalist on Bail...
Madras High Court Quashes Income Tax Notices Under Section 153C
Court rules that notices issued post-01.04.2021 are invalid for searches initiated after the stipulated date...
Frame legislation to regulate internet use by kids, Madurai HC tells Centre
The framework suggested by the court aims at restricting children below 16 years from having social media accounts, amid...
Madras High Court Scrutinizes DGCA's Exemption Under Aircraft Rules
Court Calls for Records and Seeks Clarification on Continued Exemption Amidst Allegations of Rule Inconsistency...
Bhagavad Gita, Vedanta, and Yoga are not confined to religion but are part of moral science, philosophy, and universal practices
Madras High Court Overturns FCRA Rejection for Arsha Vidya Parampara Trust Sub Court Criticizes Violation of Natural Jus...
HC judge quotes Prophet Mohammed, directs Madurai corpn to pay lawyer''s fee
"The university, which is pleading that its financial situation is such that it is unable to pay the dues of its retired...
Madras HC tells Tamil Nadu govt to notify SOP for road shows after deciding on views of parties
This was besides the impleading petitions from AIADMK and Desiya Makkal Sakthi Katchi. The petitions were filed in the w...
Madras High Court Directs Tamil Nadu Government to Finalize SOP for Political Gatherings
Court Mandates SOP Completion by January 2026 Following Stampede Incident...
Madras High Court Directs Comprehensive Measures to Regulate Street Vending at Marina Beach
Drone Surveys and Systematic Planning Ordered to Streamline Vending Activities and Ensure Lawful Operations...
Madras High Court Directs Legal Aid for Advocate's Fee Settlement with Madurai Corporation
Legal Services Authority to assist in obtaining certified judgments for fee claims; Court highlights issues in public fu...
Madras High Court Denies Exclusive Trademark Rights for 'Origin' to Nutrition Firm
Court Rules Generic Nature of 'Origin' Prevents Exclusive Trademark Claims; Dismisses Injunction Applications...
Madras High Court Orders Reconsideration of Patent Review Application
Court mandates fair hearing and demonstration opportunity for rejected solar power invention patent...
I’m tired, how many times have to haul officers for contempt, says Justice Swaminathan
"I am tired. In how many cases am I to haul up the officers concerned for contempt? Even today, the Chief Secretary (N M...
Thirupparankundram lamp lighting case: Concern of public disorder non-existent, advocate tells HC
Sriram contended that the nature of right to worship of the devotees has become a contention and interplay of Waqf Board...
Madras High Court Rules Rehabilitation Grant as Capital Receipt for Milk Co-operative
The court applies the "purpose test" to classify the financial assistance for Dharmapuri District Co-operative as a capi...
Madras High Court Criticizes Authorities for Ignoring Court Orders Citing Law and Order Concerns
Judge Swaminathan Calls for Accountability in Enforcing Injunctions Against Illegal Constructions...
Madras High Court Orders FIR Against Police Officers for Custodial Assault
Court Directs Legal Action Following Allegations of Brutality in Police Custody...
Madras High Court Upholds Capital Gains Exemption Despite Property Demolition
Court rules demolition of residential property before transfer does not negate capital gains exemption under Section 54 ...
Thirupparankundram lamp lighting case: Now there are 3 versions of pillar, says HC
Immediately after the court commenced hearing the case, a lawyer shouted inside the court hall despite the judge asking ...
'No prima facie case made out against ex-CM Palaniswami,' TN govt tells HC
Raman submitted that the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption conducted a detailed inquiry and found that there ...
Madras High Court Upholds Registrar's Decision: Dasaprakash Trademark Transfer Declared Invalid
Court affirms family trademark cannot be exclusively transferred by a single co-proprietor; insolvency renders agreement...
Madras High Court Rules Against Retrospective Application of Revised Income Tax Guidelines
Court Reaffirms Earlier Compounding Guidelines for Settled Judicial Decisions...
Appeals or grievances of persons with disabilities need precedence and disposed of with greater sensitivity and empathy
Madras High Court Directs Expedited Appeal Resolution for Visually Impaired Petitioner Court Mandates Time-Bound Disposa...
Madras High Court Upholds Government's Duty to Assist Indians Abroad
Court Asserts the State's Constitutional Role in Protecting Citizens Internationally, Directs Government to Aid Widow in...
Madras High Court Upholds Temple Customs Over Demands for Special Honours
Court advises appellant to seek redress under Tamil Nadu HR&CE Act, 1959 for grievances regarding temple honours...