High Courts
Parole applications : Delay in deciding by the competent authority despite statutory time frame : High Court seeks explanation
The judgment underscored that parole is a right under the Delhi Prison Rules, 2018, aimed at maintaining prisoners' well...
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
This judgment reinforces the importance of adhering to university regulations regarding attendance and practical require...
Erection of a mobile transmission tower on the plaintiff's land without permission : Effect
This decision not only grants financial compensation to the appellants but also upholds their property rights, setting a...
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
Ultimately, the court held that the matter involved statutory interpretation and factual assessment, which should be dec...
Dishonour of Cheque : A cheque issued towards repayment of a time-barred debt constitutes a valid and enforceable
The decision has been hailed as a significant affirmation of the legal principles governing cheque bounces and the enfor...
Relinquishment of property rights in family settlements cannot be treated as gift deeds for stamp duty
Ultimately, the High Court directed the Collector of Stamps, Hauz Khas, Mehrauli, to release the impounded documents and...
Mere extra-marital relationship of a husband does not constitute mental cruelty
This decision is a pivotal reminder of the intricate balance courts must maintain between legal interpretations of cruel...
Estate of a female Hindu, acquired by way of gift and not inherited, does not devolve upon the heirs of her father
This ruling is expected to have far-reaching implications on similar succession cases, reinforcing the stance that gifte...
Customs official cannot arbitrarily disregard statutory orders of customs clearance
This case underscores the importance of adhering to statutory procedures and the principles of natural justice, particul...
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...