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Take Immediate Action on Major Financial Scam and Missing Documents in Accident Claims

Take Immediate Action on Major Financial Scam and Missing Documents in Accident Claims

In a parallel directive, the court addressed the issue of missing documents in 82 MCOP cases. These documents, crucial f...

Madras High Court Upholds Fundamental Right to Marry, Orders Issuance of NOC

Madras High Court Upholds Fundamental Right to Marry, Orders Issuance of NOC

The court's decision to allow the writ petition and direct the issuance of the NOC underscores the judiciary's role in s...

Madras High Court Annuls Conviction in Cheque Dishonour Case Following Compromise

Madras High Court Annuls Conviction in Cheque Dishonour Case Following Compromise

Justice Ahmed referenced the Supreme Court guidelines from Damodar S. Prabhu v. Sayed Babalal H., advocating for the tim...

Madras High Court Grants Liberty to Al Tirven Steels to File Claims with Liquidator Amidst Procedural Overlaps

Madras High Court Grants Liberty to Al Tirven Steels to File Claims with Liquidator Amidst Procedural Overlaps

The Court directed that the Liquidator consider Al Tirven's claims on their merits and complete the process within three...

Parent Teacher Association  has no Authrity to Demolish School Classroom - Proceedings against PTA President can not be quashed

Parent Teacher Association has no Authrity to Demolish School Classroom - Proceedings against PTA President can not be quashed

The judgment serves as a reminder of the intended purpose and limitations of PTAs, advocating for adherence to statutory...

Scheduled Caste devotees' right to temple entry upheld - Administrative condemend for inaction in enforcing fundamental rights.

Scheduled Caste devotees' right to temple entry upheld - Administrative condemend for inaction in enforcing fundamental rights.

This ruling marks a pivotal moment in reinforcing constitutional morality, reflecting the judiciary's role in bridging g...

Fundamental right to free movement and peaceful protest under Article 19 is subject to reasonable restrictions:Madras High Court

Fundamental right to free movement and peaceful protest under Article 19 is subject to reasonable restrictions:Madras High Court

The decision balances the right to protest with the obligation to maintain public order, offering a framework for lawful...

Madras High Court Modifies Visitation Rights to Prioritize Child Welfare

Madras High Court Modifies Visitation Rights to Prioritize Child Welfare

This ruling reflects the judiciary's commitment to safeguarding the interests of minors in custody disputes, ensuring th...

Madras High Court Overturns Family Court's Decision in Maintenance Case

Madras High Court Overturns Family Court's Decision in Maintenance Case

This decision underscores the importance of documentary evidence in legal proceedings concerning personal status and mai...

Accidental touch without sexual intent does not qualify as sexual assault under the POCSO Act

Accidental touch without sexual intent does not qualify as sexual assault under the POCSO Act

This ruling serves as a reminder of the judicial system's role in safeguarding the rights of individuals against wrongfu...

Madras High Court Denies ST Status to Malayali Community in Erode District

Madras High Court Denies ST Status to Malayali Community in Erode District

This ruling reiterates the necessity for legislative action in modifying the ST list, ensuring that any change reflects ...

Madras High Court Allows Xerox Copy of Lost Cheque as Secondary Evidence

Madras High Court Allows Xerox Copy of Lost Cheque as Secondary Evidence

Initially, the Trial Court dismissed Iqbal's application to admit the xerox copy of the cheque, citing a lack of evidenc...

Undervaluation of land to evade Stamp Duty - High Court refuses to Quash FIR

Undervaluation of land to evade Stamp Duty - High Court refuses to Quash FIR

In conclusion, the Madras High Court's ruling emphasizes the importance of due legal process and the need to investigate...

Madras High Court Upholds 1991 Notification Declaring Lands as Private Forests

Madras High Court Upholds 1991 Notification Declaring Lands as Private Forests

The ruling reflects the judiciary's commitment to uphold environmental regulations and prevent abuse of the legal proces...

Madras High Court Upholds Customs Authority's Classification of 'Assy Guide Rails'

Madras High Court Upholds Customs Authority's Classification of 'Assy Guide Rails'

The ruling reiterates the importance of certainty and transparency in customs procedures, aligning with the legislative ...

Madras High Court Upholds Government Order Abolishing Educational Posts

Madras High Court Upholds Government Order Abolishing Educational Posts

However, the Education Department contended that the appointment was illegal, as it occurred after the abolition of the ...

Madras High Court Waives Mandatory Waiting Period for Mutual Consent Divorce

Madras High Court Waives Mandatory Waiting Period for Mutual Consent Divorce

This landmark ruling underscores the judiciary's role in ensuring that legal provisions do not impede the rights and wel...

Madras High Court Upholds Rejection of Tax Exemption Claim for Mingled Gingelly Seeds

Madras High Court Upholds Rejection of Tax Exemption Claim for Mingled Gingelly Seeds

In conclusion, the High Court confirmed the orders passed by both the assessing authority and the Sales Tax Appellate Tr...

Madras High Court Upholds Rejection of Tax Exemption for Bakery Products Sold by Restaurants

Madras High Court Upholds Rejection of Tax Exemption for Bakery Products Sold by Restaurants

The judgment emphasizes the importance of adhering to the specific language of statutory provisions and reaffirms the pr...

Madras High Court Denies Habeas Corpus Petitions for Missing Persons

Madras High Court Denies Habeas Corpus Petitions for Missing Persons

The court directed the police to pursue ongoing investigations in the cases of the missing individuals and mandated that...

Madras High Court Overturns POCSO Conviction Based on Unsubstantiated Evidence

Madras High Court Overturns POCSO Conviction Based on Unsubstantiated Evidence

The decision to overturn the conviction not only liberates the appellant but also prompts a reevaluation of investigativ...

Madras High Court Upholds Bail Amidst Moral Policing Concerns

Madras High Court Upholds Bail Amidst Moral Policing Concerns

The ruling is a critical reminder of the judiciary's role in addressing the delicate balance between individual rights a...

Madras High Court Upholds Trial Court's Dismissal of Wife's Maintenance Claim

Madras High Court Upholds Trial Court's Dismissal of Wife's Maintenance Claim

The decision was further influenced by evidence indicating that Menaka had initiated multiple legal proceedings regardin...

Madras High Court Upholds Civil Court's Jurisdiction in Real Estate Dispute

Madras High Court Upholds Civil Court's Jurisdiction in Real Estate Dispute

This ruling reinforces the jurisdiction of civil courts in granting equitable remedies like permanent injunctions, provi...

Protecting Privacy and Dignity: A Landmark Judgment on Non-Consensual Intimate Imagery

Protecting Privacy and Dignity: A Landmark Judgment on Non-Consensual Intimate Imagery

The Madras High Court, through its judgment in the case of X v. Union of India, has taken substantial steps to address t...