High Courts
Allahabad HC issues guidelines for 'trial in absentia' under BNSS
This would include issuing non-bailable warrants (NBWs), publishing proclamations, attaching the absconder's properties ...
Chhattisgarh HC upholds acquittal of 10 accused in Naxal attack that killed 76 security personnel
The court also noted that the explosives and weapons cited by the prosecution were recovered from the scene of crime and...
Dhar princely state order of 1935 declaring Bhojshala a mosque has no legal validity: MP govt in HC
The Advocate General also cited the Supreme Court's judgment in the Ayodhya Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid dispute case an...
Take steps to withdraw from website press release against FIITJEE: Delhi HC to ED
The court had, however, clarified that it was not adjudicating on the gravity of the alleged offence, and was only calle...
HC refuses urgent hearing on plea against Tata Trusts May 8 board meeting
"The number of life trustees at any point in time cannot exceed one-fourth of the total number of trustees by virtue of ...
Cal HC refuses WBIDC's plea for unconditional stay of arbitration award to Tata Motors
The court directed that in the event it is found that the security in the form of immovable properties is not sufficient...
Delhi High Court Grants Permanent Injunction in Landmark Software Piracy Case
Dassault Systemes Solidworks Corporation Secures Rs. 64.79 Lakh in Damages Against Zoneonne Venture Pvt Ltd for Copyrigh...
Delhi High Court Upholds Arbitral Award Granting 18 percent Interest in MCD vs. Anil Gupta Case
The Court modifies the commencement date for interest computation, underlining the statutory framework and arbitral disc...
Patna High Court Upholds Conviction in Heinous Crime Against Minor
Sanjay Bhagat and Lala Miya's life sentences for kidnapping, rape, and murder of an 8-year-old girl affirmed; reliance o...
Patna High Court Upholds Compassionate Appointment Despite Government's Appeal
The court rules in favor of Manoj Kumar, ensuring appointment on compassionate grounds, rejecting the State of Bihar's c...
Allahabad HC judge recuses from hearing contempt case against Swami Avimukteshwaranand
In the contempt application, filed by Ashutosh Brahmachari Maharaj, it was alleged that in spite of the high court order...
Bombay High Court Dismisses Election Petition for Lack of Cause of Action
Court Emphasizes Strict Compliance with Statutory Requirements in Election Disputes...
Orissa High Court Upholds Rape Conviction of 26-Year-Old, Reduces Sentence Considering Circumstances
Conviction stands firm for the rape of an 80-year-old woman, but sentence reduced from 12 to 10 years due to unique situ...
Delhi High Court Upholds Dismissal of Eviction Petition by Ved Prakash
Landlord's Claim of Bonafide Requirement for Son's Office Space Rejected Due to Lack of Evidence and Alternative Accommo...
Did not sing 2006 track 'Vol. 1': Yo Yo Honey Singh tells Delhi HC
On April 2, the court had taken a strong exception to the "vulgar" and "derogatory" song allegedly released by Honey Sin...
Bombay High Court Quashes By-Election Notification for Ponda Constituency
Court declares Election Commission’s notification invalid for violating statutory provisions of the Representation of th...
Bombay High Court Denies Bail to Accused in Long-Running Murder Trial
Court Stresses Expedited Proceedings to Uphold Right to Speedy Trial...
Rajasthan High Court Quashes FIR Order Against Public Servants, Citing Procedural Lapses
Court Emphasizes Adherence to Statutory Safeguards in Complaints Against Officials Under BNSS, 2023...
Chhattisgarh High Court Reinstates Temporary Injunction in Property Dispute Case
Court finds prima facie evidence in favor of plaintiffs, directs parties to maintain status quo over disputed property...
Bombay High Court Quashes MSME Council's Award for Procedural Lapses
Award declared invalid due to non-compliance with statutory procedures under MSMED Act and Arbitration and Conciliation ...
Delhi High Court Modifies Proclaimed Offender Status to Proclaimed Person in POCSO Case
Court emphasizes legal distinction under Section 82 of Cr.P.C., highlights procedural compliance for anticipatory bail a...
Delhi High Court Orders Adjustment of Property Sale Proceeds Against Wife's Interim Maintenance
Court Directs Maintenance from Application Date, Not Separation Date, Amidst Allegations of Domestic Violence...
Rajasthan High Court Mandates Summoning of Crucial Medical Witness in Criminal Trial
Court Overrules Trial Court's Decision, Asserts Judicial Discretion in Ensuring Fair Trial...
Bombay HC bars entry of Deltin company's new casino vessel into Goa's Mandovi river
Considering that as of today the vessel does not possess a certificate of survey, we deem it appropriate to direct that ...
Delhi High Court Grants Permanent Injunction to Sun Pharma Against Intas Pharmaceuticals for Trademark Infringement
Court upholds Sun Pharma’s exclusive rights to the "BEVETEX" trademark, restraining Intas from using the deceptively sim...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Quashes FI Against Senior Congress Leader Over Alleged Remarks Against Prime Minister
Court Finds No Prima Facie Case Under Representation of People Act and IPC, Citing Lack of Evidence and Intent...
Telangana High Court Upholds ITAT's Decision for Fresh Examination of Bharathi Cement's Financial Transactions
Income Tax Tribunal's Remand for Factual Evidence-Based Assessment Supported by High Court; Emphasis on Material Evidenc...
Karnataka High Court Allows Condonation of Delay in GST Refund Claims
The court ruled that the two-year limitation period for refund claims under CGST Act, 2017 is mandatory, but delays can ...
Madras High Court Rejects Plaint in High-Profile Property Dispute Involving Boney Kapoor
Court Upholds Application Under Order VII Rule 11, Citing Limitation and Lack of Cause of Action...
Madras High Court Directs Registry to Number Petitions Despite Maintainability Doubts
Judicial Function Emphasized; Registry Must List Cases Under "For Maintainability" Caption...
Delhi High Court Dismisses Arbitration Petition Due to Delay; Emphasizes Strict Adherence to Limitation Periods
Court Rules Against MS. Stalagmite Infracon Pvt. Ltd. for Failing to Justify Delays in Filing and Re-filing Petition...
Madras High Court Intervenes to Protect Devotees from Disruptions During Chithirai Festival
Judicial Directions Issued to Ensure Peaceful Conduct of Sacred Procession Amid Concerns of Miscreant Activities...
Madhya Pradesh High Court Upholds Double Jeopardy Protection, Quashes Proceedings Against Petitioner
Landmark Judgment Reinforces Constitutional Safeguard Against Being Tried Twice for the Same Offense...
Allahabad High Court Orders Handwriting and DNA Tests in Critical Consent Case
Court Upholds Accused's Right to Fair Trial, Directs DNA Testing to Establish Key Evidence...
Allahabad High Court Quashes Summoning Order in High-Profile Criminal Appeal
Court Emphasizes on Cautious Exercise of Extraordinary Powers Under Section 319 Cr.P.C....
Madhya Pradesh High Court Acquits Ravi Das Gupta in Kidnapping Case
Conviction under Section 363 IPC Quashed; Court Finds Lack of Evidence for 'Taking' or 'Enticing' Minor...