Kerala High Court
Externment order - Non-consideration of sufficiency of bail conditions renders the order unsustainable.
The High Court's decision underscores the importance of procedural safeguards and judicial scrutiny in preventive detent...
Kerala High Court Upholds Life Sentence in Acid Attack Case; Compensation Enhanced for Victims
Legal experts view this ruling as a pivotal moment in the judicial approach towards victim compensation and rehabilitati...
Kerala High Court Directs Timely Approval Under Prevention of Corruption Act for Case Registration
Concluding the hearing, Justice Badharudeen directed the additional 5th respondent to expedite the approval process unde...
Tax Assessment - Where no time limit is prescribed for finalisation, the authority must exercise its jurisdiction within a reasonable period.
This judgment highlights the Court's adherence to procedural fairness and underscores the importance of timely resolutio...
Kerala High Court Grants Bail to Jinto P D in Trespass and Theft Case
This judgment underscores the judiciary's careful consideration of the necessity of custodial interrogation and the impo...
Where lawful possession based on valid title deeds is disrupted police protection must be granted
The court dismissed the claims of the school authorities, who failed to present any title documents proving ownership of...
Kerala High Court Upholds Pre-Arrest Bail Amidst Allegations of Rape and Theft
Ultimately, the High Court found no merit in the petition, maintaining the bail order and reinforcing the procedural saf...
Kerala High Court Upholds Criminal Liability Despite Repayment in Liquor Misappropriation Case
Justice Badharudeen emphasized that the misappropriation involved a substantial quantity of foreign liquor, suggesting i...
Kerala High Court Invalidates Injunction Order Due to Suppression of Facts and Fraud
This judgment reinforces the court's stance against fraudulent practices and underscores the necessity for transparency ...
A beggar cannot be directed to pay maintenance to his wife under Section 125
The decision serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by marginalized communities and the role of the judic...
Transplantation of Human Organs - Procedure for unrelated organ donation
The Kerala High Court's ruling is expected to streamline the organ transplantation approval process, particularly in cas...
Kerala High Court Orders University to Release Certificates to Nursing Graduates Amidst Pending Disciplinary Proceedings
This judgment underscores the importance of balancing disciplinary actions with the students' right to pursue further ed...
Kerala High Court Rules Clarificatory Orders Under KVAT Act Cannot Be Retrospective
The Court set aside the revisional orders of the Deputy Commissioner and the Commissioner of State Tax, affirming the ri...
Kerala High Court Acquits Accused in Trespass and Arson Case
This ruling reaffirms the judiciary's commitment to ensuring convictions are based on solid evidence and procedural corr...
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...
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...
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 ...
Kerala High Court Upholds Trial Court's Decision to Proceed with Charges in Fatal Road Accident Case
This decision underscores the judiciary's stance on ensuring that cases with prima facie evidence proceed to trial, whil...
Kerala High Court Upholds University Standards for Course Affiliation
Ultimately, the Kerala High Court's decision reinforces the autonomy of educational institutions in setting standards th...
Kerala High Court Affirms Overriding Effect of Legal Services Authorities Act in Compensation Disputes
In conclusion, the court dismissed the appeal, upholding the initial award of the Lok Adalat, and reinforced the legal p...
Bank Fraud - Diversion of funds from loan without forgery or manipulation does not render the case predominantly criminal in nature
The decision is expected to have wide-ranging implications for similar cases, encouraging the resolution of financial di...
Kerala High Court Grants Bail to Accused Amidst Serious Allegations Under New Legal Framework
The judgment reflects the evolving landscape of Indian law under newly enacted statutes like the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita...
Kerala High Court Intervenes to Address Cleanliness Issues in Chottanikkara Temple
Despite these recommendations, many directives remain unimplemented, prompting the court to summon the Executive Directo...
Kerala High Court Upholds Life Imprisonment for Six Accused in Homicide Case
The court dismissed the appeals filed by the accused, confirming the Additional District and Sessions Court's 2019 judgm...
Kerala High Court Advocates AI-Driven Solutions for Traffic Management
The judgment underscores the court's proactive stance in leveraging technology for public safety, signaling a shift towa...
Kerala High Court Upholds Vigilance Inquiry in Benami Shares Case
The Kerala High Court, on September 18, 2025, upheld the order for a quick verification into the allegations against V.J...
Kerala High Court Overturns Injunction in Trademark Dispute Between Shoranur Metal Industries LLP and Metal Industries Limited
Ultimately, the High Court allowed the appeal, setting aside the trial court's decree and dismissing the suit, while dir...
Kerala High Court Upholds Land Classification in Basic Tax Register Before 2008 Act
The judgment also highlighted that government orders since 1965 have authorized Revenue Authorities to make changes in B...
Kerala High Court Upholds Validity of Dowry Harassment Complaint Despite Delayed Filing
The High Court, however, held that the delay in filing the complaint was adequately explained by the wife, who detailed ...
Kerala High Court Grants Anticipatory Bail in High-Profile SC/ST Act Case
The case, registered as Crime No.482/2025 by the Maradu Police Station, involved allegations of rape under false promise...
Kerala High Court Upholds Tribunal's Rejection of Additional Evidence in Income Tax Appeals
The judgment serves as a reminder of the stringent requirements under the Income Tax Act and the importance of timely an...
Kerala High Court Urges State Human Rights Commission to Address Custodial Torture Complaints
The Kerala High Court's interim order postpones further proceedings on the petition to October 7, 2025, allowing the Sta...
Kerala High Court Upholds Preventive Detention in Narcotic Case
In conclusion, the Kerala High Court's decision reinforces the importance of preventive detention in combating illicit d...
Kerala High Court Directs Partial Release of Capital Gains Account Funds
The judgment clarifies that while the tax liability findings are preliminary, they should not prevent the petitioner fro...
Kerala High Court Intervenes in Cooperative Society Election, Corrects Illegal Nomination Rejection
This ruling serves as a reminder of the judiciary's pivotal role in safeguarding democratic processes within cooperative...
Preventive Detention - Unreasonable delay in passing the order, resulting in a snapped live link between the last prejudicial activity and the purpose of detention.
In conclusion, the Kerala High Court allowed the writ petition and directed the release of Akhil @ Bonda from detention,...