High Courts
Calcutta High Court Directs Swift Action on Compassionate Appointment of Urdu Medium Teacher
The judgment not only marks a potential end to Jalil Iqbal's wait but also serves as a reminder to administrative bodies...
Registration Without Ownership Verification : High Court Directs Sub-Registrar to Register Sale Deed Without Inquiry
This ruling provides clarity on the registrar's role, ensuring smooth property transactions without unnecessary delays o...
Orissa High Court Orders Cash Refund of Unutilized Stamp Duty for Elderly Petitioner
This case reiterates the judiciary's role in addressing societal needs and ensuring justice prevails over procedural tec...
Jurisdiction of Commercial Court : Nature of the Transaction is Determining Factor
The ruling directs the Commercial Court to proceed with the execution application, marking a pivotal moment in the inter...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Acquits Manoj Chauhan in Hit-and-Run Case
Consequently, the High Court set aside the judgments of the lower courts, acquitting Manoj Chauhan of all charges and or...
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...
Kerala High Court Clarifies Timing of Judgment Effect in Marriage Dissolution Case
This judgment provides crucial clarity on how judgments should be interpreted concerning their effect and timing, thereb...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Rules in Favor of Equal Compensation for All Affected Landowners
The court's decision resonates with the Supreme Court's perspective in Narendra v. State of Uttar Pradesh, advocating fo...
Legal Heirs Entitled to Compensation Despite Death Unrelated to Accident Injuries, Rules Court
The judgment brings clarity to the legal rights of legal representatives in motor accident claims and reinforces the wel...
Websites Blocked from Streaming 'Jolly LLB 3'; Dynamic Relief Extended to Future Works
The court's directive also included detailed instructions for DNRs and ISPs to furnish information about the infringing ...
Prosecution of police officers - Complaint filed beyond three months without sanction of the Administrator is barred
The Court emphasized that the statutory safeguards are designed to ensure accountability while protecting public servant...
Allahabad High Court Orders Immediate Removal of Unauthorized Encroachments in Lucknow Public Park
The court highlighted the statutory duty of authorities under Section 6 of the Uttar Pradesh Parks, Playgrounds and Open...
Removal of an elected Sarpanch from office requires strict adherence to statutory provisions
This ruling sets a precedent for future cases involving the removal of elected officials, ensuring that the principles o...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Quashes FIR Against Kolkata Residents in Forgery Case
This judgment reflects the court's commitment to upholding justice by considering the broader societal realities and ens...
Delhi High Court Issues Dynamic Injunction Against Rogue Websites for Copyright Infringement
This decision serves as a significant deterrent against online piracy, reinforcing the protection of intellectual proper...
Bombay High Court Rejects Anticipatory Bail Plea in High-Profile Cheating Case
This decision sets a precedent in addressing cases where professional misconduct and unrealistic financial promises inte...
Madhya Pradesh High Court Quashes Malicious FIR Against Senior Advocate
This ruling represents a pivotal moment in the fight against malicious prosecution, safeguarding the integrity of the le...
Delhi High Court Upholds Constitutional Validity of GST Anti-Profiteering Mechanism
This decision underscores the judiciary's role in balancing regulatory oversight with fair adjudication processes, ensur...
Karnataka High Court Quashes GST Show Cause Notice Against NCS Pearson Inc.
The ruling is seen as a reaffirmation of procedural adherence and jurisdictional correctness in tax matters, underscorin...
Delhi High Court Grants Disability Compensation to Retired BSF DIG
The court's decision underscores the entitlement of government servants to disability compensation under Rule 9(3), rega...
Allahabad High Court Upholds Enhanced Compensation for Landowners Under Section 28-A
The judgment marks a pivotal moment in land acquisition jurisprudence, highlighting the importance of equitable treatmen...
Kerala High Court Quashes Tax Assessments Due to Unreasonable Delay
This ruling reinforces the legal principle that even in the absence of a statutory limitation period, assessments must b...
Conviction based on sole testimony of child victim upheld despite minor contradictions
The ruling is a significant reiteration of the judiciary's stance on the weight of child testimony in sexual offenses, s...
Teachers entitled to continue in service up to the age of 65 years based on the principle of no discrimination
This decision, while providing relief in terms of extended service, also underscores the judiciary's role in balancing i...
Gender neutrality in Army - Limiting vacancies for women and reserving unfilled vacancies for men violates constitutional principles.
This decision marks a significant step towards gender neutrality in the Indian Armed Forces, reinforcing the judiciary's...
Rajasthan High Court Dismisses Frivolous Petition with Exemplary Costs
The judgment highlighted the misuse of judicial time and resources by filing petitions with unsubstantiated allegations,...
Goa High Court Permits Disclosure of Aadhaar Details for Investigation
The case highlights ongoing challenges in implementing Aadhaar-related policies, particularly concerning non-residents. ...
Sole Arbitrator's reliance on unregistered document to determine main dispute held impermissible
The court highlighted several key deficiencies in the arbitration process, notably the arbitrator's reliance on unregist...
Externment Order - Delay in initiating externment proceedings can undermine the validity of the order
The court further highlighted that while some delay is inevitable to ensure adherence to natural justice principles, an ...
Maintenance - Even if the wife is earning, Maintenance can be awarded
This ruling aligns with the principles laid out in Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, which mandates c...
Condonation of delay in filing Income Tax Return - Petitioner cannot be penalized for the negligence or inadvertence of an accountant
This judgment is expected to influence the manner in which similar cases are handled by tax authorities, advocating for ...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Rigorous Dismissal Rule for Convicted Police Officers
The petitioners, former police officials of Haryana, were convicted under Sections 323, 342, 167, and 34 of the Indian P...
Rights under agreements to sell, which are assignable and saleable, are liable for attachment
The decision marks a pivotal interpretation of property rights under the CPC, affirming the enforceability and saleabili...
Application for condonation of delay in filing Income Tax Return - Mechanical rejection held unsustainable.
This ruling sets a precedent for interpreting genuine hardship liberally and ensuring that tax authorities exercise thei...
Delhi High Court Calls for Legislative Intervention on Reservation for Persons with Disabilities
The court's decision is a significant step towards addressing the gaps in the RPwD Act and ensuring that persons with di...
Gujarat High Court Upholds Redevelopment; Dismisses Plea by Minority Flat Owners
The ruling is seen as a reinforcement of the legal framework supporting urban redevelopment, balancing the rights of min...