Gauahati High Court
Employees of a registered cooperative society are not 'public servants'
The judgment underscored the necessity of clear legal definitions and the importance of adhering to statutory distinctio...
Foreigners Act, 1946 - Burden of proof - Voter lists and other supporting evidence can substantiate claims of citizenship
The court's decision highlights the critical role of voter lists in substantiating claims of citizenship, particularly i...
Gauhati High Court Appoints Arbitrator Amid Dispute Over Partnership Deed
This ruling underscores the judiciary's commitment to upholding arbitration as a viable resolution mechanism, even amids...
Tender Rejection for Non-Compliance with Essential Conditions : Rejection Upheld
The ruling serves as a reminder that courts should defer to commercial wisdom in tender matters and avoid interfering li...
Police torture leading to suicide - No Direction to Probe by CBI : Issues can be raised in a complaint case
The court clarified that the statutory authorities are free to pursue any registered cases related to the incident, ensu...
Gauhati High Court Acquits Sudip Biswas in Rape Case Following DNA Evidence
The High Court emphasized the importance of corroborative evidence in such cases, particularly when the sole testimony o...
Provide Free Education Under RTE Act, High Court Orders Reimbursement for Schools
This ruling not only benefits the petitioners but also sets a precedent for similar cases, reinforcing the accountabilit...
Legal Safeguards in Preventive Detention: Preventive detention order under PITNDPS Act when vitiated
This judgment is a critical commentary on the intersection of preventive detention laws and constitutional rights in Ind...
High Court can quash criminal proceedings in cases of non-compoundable offences when the alleged victim repudiates the allegations
The Gauhati High Court's decision in Gunja Dutta v. State of Assam is a significant development in the application of Se...