High Courts
Chhattisgarh High Court Rules Compensation for Land Acquisition Under National Highways Act Exempt from Income Tax
The ruling marks a pivotal moment for landowners, ensuring that compensation received for land acquisitions under the Na...
Delhi High Court Quashes UGC's Five-Year Ph.D. Enrollment Ban on Singhania University
The court also addressed the UGC's broader regulatory powers, concluding that statutory bodies like the UGC cannot impos...
Bail Granted to Accused in Commercial Drug Case Citing Prolonged Detention
The court further imposed several bail conditions to prevent misuse of liberty, including requirements for the petitione...
Allahabad High Court Directs Transfer for Government Employee with Disabled Dependent
This judgment marks a significant step in recognizing and accommodating the rights of individuals with disabilities, ens...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Rules on Maintenance for Children Post-Majority
This ruling delineates the legal and moral responsibilities concerning maintenance, balancing statutory limitations with...
Allahabad High Court Halts Trial Proceedings in Non-Cognizable Offence Case
The case has been adjourned with notices issued to the respondents, including the State of Uttar Pradesh, with a directi...
Karnataka High Court Mandates Comprehensive Guidelines for Investigating Missing Persons Cases
This judgment marks a significant step towards strengthening the mechanisms for addressing missing persons cases in Karn...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds 'Catch-Up Rule' for Senior General Category Employee
This ruling mandates the State of Haryana to adjust Chander's pay to match Singh's, with arrears and interest at 6%, to ...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Upholds Acquittal in Modesty Outrage Case
This decision underscores the judiciary's cautious approach in handling appeals against acquittals, ensuring that convic...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Upholds Acquittal in Rape Case Due to Lack of Credible Evidence
The court emphasized the legal standard that while conviction can be based on the sole testimony of the prosecutrix, it ...
Delhi High Court Upholds Property Tax Classification on Star-Rated Hotels, Validates Use Factor 10 and 20% Tax Rate
The Delhi High Court’s decision validates the MCD’s property tax regime on star-rated hotels, reinforcing the principle ...
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...