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Executive Magistrate forwarding a complaint to the police for verification, is not a judicial direction u/s 156(3)

Executive Magistrate forwarding a complaint to the police for verification, is not a judicial direction u/s 156(3)

The ruling reaffirms the statutory obligations of police officers in handling complaints and underscores the importance ...

Motor Vehicles  - Cover Note issued for insurance has the same value and effect as an insurance policy

Motor Vehicles - Cover Note issued for insurance has the same value and effect as an insurance policy

The decision reinforces the legal standing of cover notes in insurance claims under the Motor Vehicles Act and emphasize...

Delhi High Court Sets Aside CAT Order on PwBD Reservation in Northern Railways

Delhi High Court Sets Aside CAT Order on PwBD Reservation in Northern Railways

The judgment underscores the necessity of adhering to established horizontal reservation principles, ensuring that PwBD ...

Punjab and Haryana High Court Stays Suspension of UHBVN Officer, Calls Out Arbitrary Disciplinary Actions

Punjab and Haryana High Court Stays Suspension of UHBVN Officer, Calls Out Arbitrary Disciplinary Actions

The matter has been adjourned to April 21, 2026, with the court directing that no coercive actions be taken against Yada...

Rajasthan High Court Orders Reconsideration of Compensation for Minor Rape Victim

Rajasthan High Court Orders Reconsideration of Compensation for Minor Rape Victim

This ruling marks a significant affirmation of victim rights and the judiciary's commitment to ensuring comprehensive ju...

Himachal Pradesh High Court Quashes Trial Court's Dismissal of Case Consolidation Application

Himachal Pradesh High Court Quashes Trial Court's Dismissal of Case Consolidation Application

This decision marks a pivotal step in ensuring the efficient handling of civil suits, reinforcing the need for judicial ...

Orissa High Court Upholds Visitation Rights for Non-Custodial Parent and Grandparents

Orissa High Court Upholds Visitation Rights for Non-Custodial Parent and Grandparents

The judgment follows the legal precedents set in cases such as Yashita Sahu v. State of Rajasthan, which advocate for ad...

Punjab and Haryana High Court Grants Accused Businessman Right to Travel Abroad Amidst Ongoing Trial

Punjab and Haryana High Court Grants Accused Businessman Right to Travel Abroad Amidst Ongoing Trial

This ruling reinforces the judiciary's role in safeguarding fundamental rights while ensuring justice is served, setting...

Anil D. Ambani Withdraws Petition Against IDBI Bank with Liberty to Contest Future Orders

Anil D. Ambani Withdraws Petition Against IDBI Bank with Liberty to Contest Future Orders

The case highlights the procedural nuances in financial disputes and the strategic decisions often employed in high-stak...

Madhya Pradesh High Court Grants Bail to Ajeet Pal Singh with Strict Conditions

Madhya Pradesh High Court Grants Bail to Ajeet Pal Singh with Strict Conditions

This ruling underscores the judiciary's approach to balancing individual rights with societal safety, particularly in ca...

Madhya Pradesh High Court Upholds Divorce Decree on Grounds of Cruelty and Adultery

Madhya Pradesh High Court Upholds Divorce Decree on Grounds of Cruelty and Adultery

Court affirms Family Court's decision, dismisses appeal by wife challenging the findings on cruelty and adultery....

Access of child during vacation - Court finds conditions imposed by one parent deemed unreasonable and impractical.

Access of child during vacation - Court finds conditions imposed by one parent deemed unreasonable and impractical.

The High Court dismissed the petition, reinforcing the Family Court's order, and underscored the importance of equitable...

Andhra Pradesh High Court Upholds Labour Court's Decision in Industrial Dispute Case

Andhra Pradesh High Court Upholds Labour Court's Decision in Industrial Dispute Case

In conclusion, the High Court dismissed the writ petition, upholding the Labour Court's award and reiterating the legal ...

Trade Mark -  'YATRA' cannot be monopolized in relation to services like travel and tourism

Trade Mark - 'YATRA' cannot be monopolized in relation to services like travel and tourism

Concluding that no prima facie case was established for granting an interim injunction, the court vacated the earlier ex...

Trademark - Court where website is assessible has the territorial jurisdcition

Trademark - Court where website is assessible has the territorial jurisdcition

This judgment reinforces the principle that courts can assume jurisdiction in cases of trademark infringement where ther...

Impleadment of alleged paramour in a matrimonial dispute alleging adultery is necessary

Impleadment of alleged paramour in a matrimonial dispute alleging adultery is necessary

The judgment underscores the balancing act between procedural fairness, privacy rights, and the evidentiary needs in mat...

Presumption of death  when a person has not been heard of : Declaration by civil court is not mandatory

Presumption of death when a person has not been heard of : Declaration by civil court is not mandatory

The court emphasized that a civil court's declaration of death is unnecessary when facts are undisputed, aligning with t...

Punjab and Haryana High Court Enhances Compensation for Minor's Death in Motor Accident

Punjab and Haryana High Court Enhances Compensation for Minor's Death in Motor Accident

This judgment highlights the judicial commitment to ensuring just compensation for victims of road accidents, particular...

"Le Shark" Trade Mark : Evidence of fraudulent adoption can lead to its expungement from the Register of Trade Marks

"Le Shark" Trade Mark : Evidence of fraudulent adoption can lead to its expungement from the Register of Trade Marks

The decision allows Le Shark Apparel Limited to pursue their business interests in India, unhindered by the fraudulent t...

Delhi High Court Overturns Rape Conviction Due to Unproven Age of Prosecutrix

Delhi High Court Overturns Rape Conviction Due to Unproven Age of Prosecutrix

The High Court, therefore, extended the benefit of doubt to Udaipal, acquitting him of all charges and setting aside the...

Delhi High Court Partially Sets Aside Arbitral Award in NHAI-HCC Dispute

Delhi High Court Partially Sets Aside Arbitral Award in NHAI-HCC Dispute

The court noted the tribunal's plausible interpretation of contractual clauses concerning delays not attributable to HCC...

Advocate misbehaving and intimidating Judicial Magistrate during judicial proceedings - Guilty of contempt

Advocate misbehaving and intimidating Judicial Magistrate during judicial proceedings - Guilty of contempt

The court received a report dated September 20, 2025, confirming that Singh appeared before Ms. Sharma on September 18, ...

Adoption under Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act does not require an adoption order from the District Magistrate

Adoption under Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act does not require an adoption order from the District Magistrate

In conclusion, the Madras High Court set aside the administrative order and directed the authorities to issue a fresh bi...

Delhi High Court Upholds Conviction in POCSO Case, Reinforces Statutory Presumption

Delhi High Court Upholds Conviction in POCSO Case, Reinforces Statutory Presumption

This judgment reinforces the stringent provisions of the POCSO Act, particularly the reverse burden of proof, and unders...

Himachal Pradesh High Court Quashes HIMUDA's Payment Withholding over Land Title Dispute

Himachal Pradesh High Court Quashes HIMUDA's Payment Withholding over Land Title Dispute

The petitioners were represented by Senior Advocate Mr. Suneet Goel, while HIMUDA's case was argued by Mr. Roop Lal Shar...

Liability of Insurance Company towards third parties remains unaffected by breach of policy conditions

Liability of Insurance Company towards third parties remains unaffected by breach of policy conditions

In conclusion, the court allowed the appeal, directing the insurance company to deposit the entire award amount with int...

Refund of un-utilized e-stamp certificates cannot be denied solely on the technical ground of limitation

Refund of un-utilized e-stamp certificates cannot be denied solely on the technical ground of limitation

The case sets a precedent for similar disputes, reinforcing the notion that technical grounds should not hinder justice,...

Orissa High Court Orders Arrest of MV Magnet Team Over Charter Agreement Breach

Orissa High Court Orders Arrest of MV Magnet Team Over Charter Agreement Breach

The ruling also clarified that the vessel's cargo operations would not be hindered by the ongoing admiralty suit, allowi...

Cryptocurrency - Digital assets held electronically are deemed to be held in trust with a fiduciary duty owed to their owners.

Cryptocurrency - Digital assets held electronically are deemed to be held in trust with a fiduciary duty owed to their owners.

In conclusion, the Madras High Court's decision underscores the importance of safeguarding digital assets and affirms th...

Himachal Pradesh High Court Grants Bail to Ugma Ram in NDPS Case

Himachal Pradesh High Court Grants Bail to Ugma Ram in NDPS Case

This judgment aligns with the broader principles set by the Supreme Court, emphasizing a balance between individual libe...

Delhi High Court Quashes Defamation Case Against Bank Officials

Delhi High Court Quashes Defamation Case Against Bank Officials

With this ruling, the court quashed the complaint filed by Rangoli International, including the summoning order dated Ja...

Chhattisgarh High Court Upholds Life Imprisonment for Suresh Sarkar in Murder Case

Chhattisgarh High Court Upholds Life Imprisonment for Suresh Sarkar in Murder Case

The court's decision reaffirms the importance of thorough forensic analysis and the role of circumstantial evidence in s...

Himachal Pradesh High Court Overturns Appellate Decision, Permits Amendment of Plaint in Ongoing Civil Dispute

Himachal Pradesh High Court Overturns Appellate Decision, Permits Amendment of Plaint in Ongoing Civil Dispute

Justice Ajay Mohan Goel allows amendment based on developments during appeal, ensuring fair adjudication in Nanak Chand ...

Bombay High Court Denies Mandamus for Bank's OTS Disclosure

Bombay High Court Denies Mandamus for Bank's OTS Disclosure

In conclusion, the court upheld the bank's decision to reject the OTS proposal, affirming that the powers of judicial re...

Property exclusively owned by in-laws may constitute a "shared household" DV Act

Property exclusively owned by in-laws may constitute a "shared household" DV Act

The decision underscores the judiciary's commitment to protecting women's rights under the DV Act, ensuring they are not...

Delhi High Court Denies Bail to Nigerian Nationals in Major Drug Trafficking Case

Delhi High Court Denies Bail to Nigerian Nationals in Major Drug Trafficking Case

Ultimately, the petitions for bail were dismissed, underscoring the court's commitment to upholding stringent legal stan...