High Courts
Anticipatory bail - Practice of filing application directly in High Court may lead to chaotic situation and overcrowding
The High Court, while acknowledging its concurrent jurisdiction under Section 482 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanh...
Dishonour of Cheque - No of proof regarding the complainant's proprietorship - Mere statement without documentary evidence is insufficient.
The judgment reiterates the principle that appellate courts should avoid overturning acquittals unless compelling reason...
Transplantation of Human Organs - Procedure for unrelated organ donation
The Kerala High Court's ruling is expected to streamline the organ transplantation approval process, particularly in cas...
Deduction under Section 80IA of the Income Tax Act can be claimed on interest income
The case arose from Gateway Terminals' operations at the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust, where they had accumulated interes...
Retention or seizure of property under PMLA must conform strictly to statutory mandates : Property returned.
The ruling has significant implications for enforcement agencies, reinforcing the need for meticulous adherence to statu...
Delhi High Court Upholds Validity of Provisional Attachment During COVID-19, Cites Supreme Court's Extension of Limitation Orders
The case involved a Letters Patent Appeal, LPA 362 of 2020, filed by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) against a judgm...
Employees with irregular appointment but long-term service entitled to regularization
The High Court reprimanded the Union of India for rejecting the employees’ claims based on incorrect facts, noting that ...
Andhra Pradesh High Court Upholds Property Rights in Landmark Judgment
In response to the submissions from government representatives, the court directed that due process must be followed in ...
Children born from void or voidable marriages - No rights to ancestral property; only inherit their parents' property.
This ruling has significant implications for the interpretation of legitimacy and inheritance rights under Hindu law, re...
Madras High Court Denies Compensation Claim in Motor Accident Case
In a significant judgment, the Madras High Court's Madurai Bench has quashed the compensation awarded to the family of a...
Delhi High Court Upholds Child's Right to Maintenance Despite Matrimonial Settlement
In conclusion, the High Court ruled against quashing the maintenance petition, highlighting the necessity for a thorough...
Rajasthan High Court Upholds SBI's Right to Assign Debts Despite NPA Classification Issues
Ultimately, the court concluded that the writ petition was without merit and constituted an abuse of the legal process, ...
Kerala High Court Orders University to Release Certificates to Nursing Graduates Amidst Pending Disciplinary Proceedings
This judgment underscores the importance of balancing disciplinary actions with the students' right to pursue further ed...
Allahabad High Court Upholds Arbitral Award in Favor of Adani Enterprises Ltd.
This decision reaffirms the judiciary's limited role in arbitration, emphasizing deference to the arbitral tribunal's fi...
Delhi High Court Quashes FIR Against Revacure Lifesciences LLP for Lack of Jurisdiction and Prima Facie Case
This judgment underscores the critical importance of adhering to jurisdictional mandates and procedural requirements in ...
Karnataka High Court Upholds Canara Bank's Priority Over GST Authorities in Charge Dispute
In conclusion, the Karnataka High Court ruled in favor of Canara Bank, issuing a writ of mandamus to direct the removal ...
Attendance shortage cannot be relexed on medical grounds - Attendance Requirement for Student
The judgment serves as a reminder that statutory requirements in education must be upheld uniformly, regardless of indiv...
Father Seeking Maintenance : High Court Orders Probe into Father's Financial Status
This judgment reflects the judiciary's awareness of the complexities surrounding maintenance cases and its resolve to up...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Upholds Eligibility Criteria for Assistant Professor Promotions
The judgment reiterates the necessity for candidates to fulfill the essential qualification criteria of possessing a Pos...
High Court Issues Dire Warning to Authorities Over Reckless Driving by Affluent Youths
This intervention marks a critical step in addressing road safety concerns, with the court underscoring the necessity fo...
"No Work No Pay" cannot be applied when employees are prevented from working due to an illegal amendment in service rules
Despite the State's arguments citing legislative prerogatives, the Court found the amendment lacked legislative mandate ...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Quashes Indefinite Suspension of Mars Bottlers' Excise Licence
The court's decision provides a reprieve for Mars Bottlers, allowing them to potentially resume operations pending the d...
Madras High Court Questions Policy Limiting Physical Education Teachers in Schools
The court has sought a detailed report from the Government and the Education Department, demanding an explanation for th...
Married sister is not "family" can not seek employment under Rehabilitation Policy
This ruling reinforces the stringent interpretation of family definitions under the rehabilitation policy, impacting emp...
Kerala High Court Rules Clarificatory Orders Under KVAT Act Cannot Be Retrospective
The Court set aside the revisional orders of the Deputy Commissioner and the Commissioner of State Tax, affirming the ri...
Delhi High Court Grants Bail to Muslim Man Amid Conflict Between Islamic Law and Indian Criminal Statutes
The Court appreciated the assistance rendered by Islamic law experts and amicus curiae in resolving the complex legal is...
Eviction of homeless individuals should not occur without ensuring alternative rehabilitation arrangements.
This judgment underscores the judiciary's role in safeguarding the rights of vulnerable populations, ensuring that state...
Rajasthan High Court Enhances Compensation in Motor Accident Case
The respondent insurance company has been instructed to deposit the revised compensation within two months or face an in...
Limitation - Government departments cannot claim condonation of delay as a matter of right
The ruling serves as a reminder to government bodies of their responsibility to approach legal matters with urgency and ...
Environmental Protection Act - Police officers cannot initiate prosecution due to a statutory bar under Section 195
In conclusion, the High Court deemed the continuation of the proceedings against the petitioners as a gross abuse of pro...
No Recovery from Retired Employee's Benefits
The judgment reinforces the legal principle that recoveries from retirement benefits must be grounded in evidence and la...
Patna High Court Dismisses Revision Petition in Laxmi Devi Case
The dismissal of the petition underscores the procedural intricacies in criminal litigation, particularly concerning the...
Madras High Court Upholds Maintenance Order of Rs. 21,000 for Destitute Wife
However, the High Court upheld the Family Court's decision, emphasizing the legal and moral duty of the husband and chil...
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...
Kerala High Court Acquits Accused in Trespass and Arson Case
This ruling reaffirms the judiciary's commitment to ensuring convictions are based on solid evidence and procedural corr...
A writ petition alleging encounter killing dismissed due to lack of evidence and contradictions
The court's decision underscored the importance of maintaining integrity in legal proceedings and warned against mislead...