High Courts
Kerala High Court Upholds State Government's Inquiry Commission on Disputed Property Despite Waqf Board’s Declaration
This judgment is a landmark ruling clarifying the legal contours of waqf creation, the importance of procedural complian...
Allahabad High Court Dismisses Petition on SARFAESI Auction Sale Liabilities
In light of these considerations, the court ruled against the petitioner, affirming that the bank was not liable for the...
Preventive detention order not supplied to dentnue : Violation of constitutional right
Given these findings, the court ordered the immediate release of Mohd Waqar Bhatti from preventive custody, highlighting...
A Lambardar temporarily appointed: Term cannot exceed six months
In dismissing the appeals, the court also directed the conduct of elections for the Lambardar positions within three mon...
Promissory Note : Defendants alleging forgery and fabrication but not sending it for expert opinion : Presumption Drawn
This ruling reinforces the importance of the presumption of legitimacy attached to negotiable instruments, underscoring ...
Transfer of government employees is an incident of service : No interference, unless violates statutory provisions
The judgment serves as a reaffirmation of the principle that transfer is an inherent aspect of service, especially withi...
Emergency Leave to Attend Daughter's enrollment ceremony as a lawyer : Granted considering emotional significance
Legal experts view this decision as a testament to the judiciary's ability to balance the letter of the law with human c...
Tenant stealing electricity : Landlord not Liable not even vicariously
The decision underscores the judicial system's recognition of individual accountability, distinguishing between ownershi...
POCSO Act : Doctors doing professional duty not liable under Section 19
The judgment underscores the importance of clear legal standards for implicating professionals under the POCSO Act and c...
Schools have the power to maintain discipline in the institution : Courts can’t interfere with student indiscipline.
The ruling reinforces the autonomy of private educational institutions in matters of discipline, provided their actions ...
Senior Citizens Act : Tribunals empowered to pass eviction orders to protect senior citizens' rights
The High Court's judgment reinforces the protective mandate of the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizen...
Andhra Pradesh High Court Upholds Maintenance Rights of Divorced Wife Despite Foreign Divorce Decree
This judgment underscores the protection offered to Indian women under domestic laws, even when foreign decrees are in p...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Upholds Denial of Pre-Arrest Bail in Caste-Based Discrimination Case
The court's dismissal of the petition is confined to procedural aspects and does not prejudice the merits of the ongoing...
Jammu and Kashmir High Court Dismisses Review Petition in Waqf Board Dispute
In its order, the court emphasized that the concealment of the civil revision case and its outcome was indeed material, ...
Delhi High Court Upholds Confiscation of Currency in FERA Violation Case
The judgment reiterates the legal stance that once foundational facts are established, the burden shifts to the accused ...
Allahabad High Court Affirms Bail as a Vital Right for Effective Defence Post-Prosecution Evidence
The judgment is a significant reinforcement of the principle that the right to a fair trial includes the right to effect...
Bombay High Court Upholds Rights of Hookah Parlours Serving Tobacco-Free Hookah
This judgment reiterates the importance of adhering to statutory regulations while safeguarding the rights of businesses...
Allahabad High Court Upholds Priority of Secured Creditors Over Government Dues
This ruling underscores the courts' commitment to protecting financial institutions' rights, ensuring that secured debts...
Allahabad High Court Quashes Order, Directs Reassessment of Eligibility Under Farmer Welfare Scheme
This ruling underscores the importance of a comprehensive evaluation of eligibility criteria for welfare schemes, ensuri...
Kerala High Court Overturns Tribunal's Ruling on Bad Debt Deduction
This ruling underscores the judiciary's role in interpreting tax laws and provides clarity on the requirements for claim...
Chhattisgarh High Court Overturns Railway Servant's Demotion to Original Rank
The ruling mandates Rao’s reversion to the Master Craftsman post for one year, with additional terms from the Revisional...
Karnataka High Court Facilitates Timely Enrolment of Advocates Amid AIBE Validity Extension
The Karnataka High Court's decision is pivotal in ensuring that the procedural hurdles do not impede the enrolment of qu...
Kerala High Court Awards Compensation for Wrongful Arrest and Detention
Court Orders State to Pay Rs. 10 Lakhs to Victim and Rs. 1 Lakh Each to Family Members for Violation of Fundamental Righ...
Rajasthan High Court Clarifies Victim's Right to Be Informed in POCSO Cases
This decision is seen as a significant step in reinforcing the procedural rights of victims under the POCSO Act, ensurin...
Orissa High Court Upholds Conviction for Trespass and Outraging Modesty, Reduces Sentence for Octogenarian
This judgment underscores the judiciary's balanced approach, considering both the gravity of the offense and the persona...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Upholds Acquittal in Controversial Rape Case
Court Cites Lack of Corroborative Evidence and Contradictions in Testimony as Grounds for Dismissal...
Jammu and Kashmir High Court Quashes Preventive Detention Order Due to Unexplained Delay
This ruling reinforces the legal safeguards around preventive detention, ensuring that such orders are not only grounded...
Delhi High Court Grants Ad-Interim Injunction to Indospirit Beverages in Trademark Dispute
The matter is scheduled for further hearing on December 23, 2025, where the court will continue to assess the trademark ...
Telangana High Court Orders Union Bank to Refund Auction Deposit for Lack of Transparency
The decision serves as a cautionary tale for banks to uphold their duty of transparency and protect the interests of auc...
Bombay High Court Upholds Landowners' Preferential Rights in Slum Rehabilitation Case
The judgment sets a precedent reinforcing the constitutional and statutory protections available to landowners, ensuring...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Quashes Executing Court's Order in Mahindra Finance Case
This decision underscores the importance of procedural adherence and the sanctity of judicial instructions, reinforcing ...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Quashes Government's Unauthorized Amendment to Labour Court Reference
The decision provides clarity on the procedural aspects of referring disputes to labour courts, reinforcing that statuto...
Delhi High Court Upholds Summoning Order Against Sunair Hotel Ltd. in Alleged False Complaint Case
The High Court's decision underscores the procedural safeguards in criminal proceedings, balancing the prevention of mal...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Acquits Accused in Liquor Smuggling Case Due to Improper Identification
Court Sets Aside Lower Court Convictions, Cites Lack of Proper Test Identification Parade ...
Madras High Court Upholds Citizenship by Birth, Orders Passport Issuance
Court Directs Passport Office to Issue Passport to Indian-born Petitioner Despite Adverse Police Report...
Gujarat High Court Acquits Vipulbhai Patani in Double Murder Case Citing Incomplete Chain of Circumstances
The court's decision underscores the importance of rigorous standards in criminal investigations and the necessity for t...