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Period spent on interim bail cannot be counted as detention for statutory bail

Period spent on interim bail cannot be counted as detention for statutory bail

Justice Babu concluded that periods of interim or temporary bail could not be computed towards the requisite detention p...

Notification published in electronic media not in Official Gazette :  void ab initio and unenforceable

Notification published in electronic media not in Official Gazette : void ab initio and unenforceable

In conclusion, the court allowed the writ petitions, striking down the notifications and ownership certificates, while g...

Kerala High Court Upholds Dismissal of Timber Merchant's Breach of Contract Suit

Kerala High Court Upholds Dismissal of Timber Merchant's Breach of Contract Suit

This ruling serves as a critical reminder of the implications of the Limitation Act, particularly for contractual disput...

Kerala High Court Upholds Travancore Devaswom Board’s Qualification Rules for Temple Shanthis, Rejects Petition Challenging Accreditation Process

Kerala High Court Upholds Travancore Devaswom Board’s Qualification Rules for Temple Shanthis, Rejects Petition Challenging Accreditation Process

This ruling clarifies the balance between religious freedom and State regulation in temple administration, confirming th...

Company not accused : Can it accounts be frozen? High Court decides

Company not accused : Can it accounts be frozen? High Court decides

The court's ruling reflects a careful consideration of the legal framework and the rights of entities not directly invol...

Kerala High Court Upholds Acquittal in Cheque Bounce Case

Kerala High Court Upholds Acquittal in Cheque Bounce Case

Justice John highlighted the appellate court's role in reviewing evidence, affirming that if two reasonable conclusions ...

Kerala High Court Upholds Conviction in Corruption Case, Modifies Sentence

Kerala High Court Upholds Conviction in Corruption Case, Modifies Sentence

This judgment serves as a reminder of the judiciary's role in upholding anti-corruption laws and ensuring public servant...

Kerala High Court Directs Immediate Reservation for Transgender Students in Law Colleges

Kerala High Court Directs Immediate Reservation for Transgender Students in Law Colleges

This directive is poised to set a precedent for other states and educational institutions, reinforcing the importance of...

Kerala High Court Modifies Pre-Deposit Requirement in SARFAESI Appeal

Kerala High Court Modifies Pre-Deposit Requirement in SARFAESI Appeal

Tribunal's Discretion to Fix Pre-Deposit Amount Reaffirmed; Petitioners Directed to Pay Rs.3.39 Crores...

Municipality's high-handed actions in destroying perishable goods without sanitary certification held illegal.

Municipality's high-handed actions in destroying perishable goods without sanitary certification held illegal.

This ruling reinforces the protective measures for street vendors under Indian law, ensuring that municipal bodies adher...

Kerala High Court Upholds Consumer Rights in Non-Convertible Debentures Case

Kerala High Court Upholds Consumer Rights in Non-Convertible Debentures Case

Investments in NCDs by Individuals Deemed Non-Commercial, Protecting Consumer Status under the Consumer Protection Act, ...

Dishnonour of Cheque : Complaint by finance company, failed to prove authorization of the person filing the complaint

Dishnonour of Cheque : Complaint by finance company, failed to prove authorization of the person filing the complaint

This judgment underscores the critical requirement for firms to ensure proper authorization when initiating legal procee...

Kerala High Court Upholds Acquittal in Cheque Dishonor Case, Validating Defense's Probable Claim

Kerala High Court Upholds Acquittal in Cheque Dishonor Case, Validating Defense's Probable Claim

This ruling underscores the importance of examining the context and circumstances surrounding financial transactions in ...

Kerala High Court Upholds Maintenance Rights for Divorced Muslim Women

Kerala High Court Upholds Maintenance Rights for Divorced Muslim Women

Court Affirms Right to Claim Maintenance Under Cr.P.C. Despite Enactment of 1986 Act ...

Kerala High Court Upholds Show-Cause Notice Under Benami Act

Kerala High Court Upholds Show-Cause Notice Under Benami Act

The judgment highlights the court's stance that proceedings under the Benami Act are distinct and independent, thereby r...

Kerala High Court Upholds Commissioner’s Revisional Powers Under Income Tax Act

Kerala High Court Upholds Commissioner’s Revisional Powers Under Income Tax Act

The judgment is a reminder of the stringent scrutiny required in tax assessments and the legal recourses available when ...

Kerala High Court Rules in Favor of Retired CISF Personnel for Equal Liquor Canteen Access

Kerala High Court Rules in Favor of Retired CISF Personnel for Equal Liquor Canteen Access

Retired CISF personnel in Kerala and across India welcomed the judgment, viewing it as a step towards rectifying long-st...

Kerala High Court Mandates Digitised Accounting for Travancore Devaswom Board to Curb Financial Mismanagement

Kerala High Court Mandates Digitised Accounting for Travancore Devaswom Board to Curb Financial Mismanagement

The court has scheduled a follow-up on October 30, 2025, requiring the Director of the Kerala State Audit Department and...

Kerala High Court Denies Writ Petition Filed Under Article 32, Criticizes Advocate's Conduct

Kerala High Court Denies Writ Petition Filed Under Article 32, Criticizes Advocate's Conduct

The court's decision to dismiss the writ petition does not preclude Mathew from filing a properly constituted appeal. Th...

Kerala High Court Dismisses Repeated Writ Petition by MSME Firm Against RBI

Kerala High Court Dismisses Repeated Writ Petition by MSME Firm Against RBI

Citing the Supreme Court's stance against repeated litigation, the judgment underscored the importance of upholding judi...

Kerala High Court Upholds Teacher's Right to Reasonable Disciplinary Action in Schools

Kerala High Court Upholds Teacher's Right to Reasonable Disciplinary Action in Schools

This decision is expected to have significant implications for the educational community, reaffirming the legal protecti...

Medical College admissions - No Arbitrary reduction of intake capacity of MBBS seats

Medical College admissions - No Arbitrary reduction of intake capacity of MBBS seats

The judgment highlighted several deficiencies cited by the respondents in their show-cause notice, including faculty ina...

A student cannot claim condonation of attendance shortage more than twice

A student cannot claim condonation of attendance shortage more than twice

This judgment reinforces the importance of adhering to university regulations regarding attendance and practical require...

Kerala High Court Orders Restoration and Protection of Mangrove Forests in Kunhimangalam

Kerala High Court Orders Restoration and Protection of Mangrove Forests in Kunhimangalam

The judgment serves as a landmark decision reinforcing the importance of protecting ecologically sensitive areas and hol...

Depiction of smoking on a book cover - Whether it constitutes a violation of Section 5, Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act

Depiction of smoking on a book cover - Whether it constitutes a violation of Section 5, Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act

Ultimately, the court held that the matter involved statutory interpretation and factual assessment, which should be dec...

Kerala High Court Upholds Further Investigation into Bank Officials' Role in Alleged Fraud

Kerala High Court Upholds Further Investigation into Bank Officials' Role in Alleged Fraud

The ruling is seen as a step towards holding accountable those responsible for safeguarding public financial interests a...

Kerala High Court Upholds Discretionary Promotion Criteria in Kochi Metro Rail Limited

Kerala High Court Upholds Discretionary Promotion Criteria in Kochi Metro Rail Limited

In dismissing the petition, the Court's decision underscores the importance of adhering to established promotional polic...

Kerala High Court Dissolves Marriage Over Husband's Unfounded Suspicion and Mental Cruelty

Kerala High Court Dissolves Marriage Over Husband's Unfounded Suspicion and Mental Cruelty

In conclusion, the court allowed the appeal, dissolving the marriage between Maju Susan Babu and Sunil Mathew, solemnize...

Kerala High Court Upholds Acquittal in Cheque Bounce Case

Kerala High Court Upholds Acquittal in Cheque Bounce Case

Ultimately, the High Court found that the trial court had rightly concluded that the evidence and circumstances raised s...

Kerala High Court Overturns Death Sentence in Brutal Murder and Rape Case

Kerala High Court Overturns Death Sentence in Brutal Murder and Rape Case

While the appeal of the second accused was dismissed, the decision to commute Anil Kumar's death sentence to life impris...

Kerala High Court Dismisses Plea in Abetment of Suicide Case, Emphasizes Proximity and Instigation

Kerala High Court Dismisses Plea in Abetment of Suicide Case, Emphasizes Proximity and Instigation

This decision reflects the judiciary's cautious approach in dealing with complex cases of abetment, balancing the requir...

Wife seeking return of gold given at marriage from estranged husband on the basis of photographs

Wife seeking return of gold given at marriage from estranged husband on the basis of photographs

The judgment serves as a reminder of the importance of substantiating claims with solid evidence in family law cases, pa...

Child custody :Family Court can not direct mother living abroad to produce the child in court at it’s will

Child custody :Family Court can not direct mother living abroad to produce the child in court at it’s will

In conclusion, the High Court directed Syama to appear before the Family Court with her child on the reopening day in Ja...

Over 2 Kg Gold seized 20 yearso ago : High Court declines to return even after payment of fine and redemption fee

Over 2 Kg Gold seized 20 yearso ago : High Court declines to return even after payment of fine and redemption fee

The judgment underscores the judiciary's firm stance on adherence to procedural timelines and the consequences of delay ...

Kerala High Court Upholds State Government's Inquiry Commission on Disputed Property Despite Waqf Board’s Declaration

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...

Emergency Leave to Attend Daughter's enrollment ceremony as a lawyer : Granted considering emotional significance

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...