High Courts
Jharkhand High Court Commutes Death Sentence in Heinous Rape and Murder Case of a Minor
Life Imprisonment for Convict Indar Oraon with Emphasis on Possibility of Reformation and Rehabilitation...
Rajasthan High Court Orders Regularization of Long-Serving Employee, Emphasizes Fairness and Equality
Court rules in favor of Satu Lal, mandates regularization and service benefits for continuous employment since 1984....
Chhattisgarh High Court Quashes Transit Fee on Railway Transportation of Iron Ore
The State's levy on railway transit declared ultra vires the Indian Forest Act, 1927, and unconstitutional by the Chhatt...
Karnataka High Court Quashes Proceedings Against Former Director Under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act
Court Rules No Vicarious Liability for Resigned Directors Without Proof of Involvement in Company Affairs...
If a party does not lead evidence despite repeated opportunities, the court is not to wait indefinitely
Himachal Pradesh High Court Upholds Trial Court's Decision to Close Evidence Window for Non-compliance Court dismisses p...
Delhi High Court Upholds Conviction in POCSO Case: Appellant Sentenced to 12 Years
Court dismisses appeal, validating the testimony of the minor victim and corroborating evidence despite defense's claims...
Dishonour of Cheque - Liability under section 138 attracted even for a cheque issued as security
Himachal Pradesh High Court Upholds Conviction in Cheque Bounce Case Court affirms three-month imprisonment for accused,...
Delhi High Court Enforces Automatic Termination in Solar Power Projects Dispute
Court Denies Interim Injunction, Directs Security for Petitioner's Investment Amid Arbitration Proceedings...
Delhi High Court Dismisses Petition in Property Dispute; Declares Petitioner Not a 'Victim'
Smt. Sudha Sharma's appeal against acquittal dismissed as she fails to qualify as a 'victim' under CrPC provisions. ...
Orissa High Court Upholds Tribunal's Decision on Compassionate Appointment Based on Valid Adoption
The Court affirms that a valid adoption, once proved, fulfills the requirements for compassionate appointment, regardles...
Mumbai polls: 8 candidates move HC alleging nominations were rejected at Narwekar's behest
The petitioners and several other independent candidates submitted their forms for ward nos 224 to 227 with necessary do...
Rajasthan High Court Upholds Indigent Prisoner's Right to Parole Without Surety Bonds
Court Directs Release on Personal Bond, Establishes Guidelines to Prevent Discrimination Against Economically Disadvanta...
Orissa High Court Upholds Major Girl's Autonomy in Marital Decisions
Court Directs Police to Ensure Safety of Major Girl Choosing Independence Over Forced Marriage...
Bombay High Court Grants Injunction Against Trademark and Copyright Infringement by Kavita Janki Services
Jawed Habib Hair & Beauty Limited secures legal victory to protect its brand identity post franchise agreement expiry....
Madras HC upholds single judge ruling allowing lighting of deepam on Thirupparankundram hill
The appellants failed to produce "formidable evidence" to show that Agama Sastra of Saivites prohibits lighting the lamp...
Making small child touch private parts aggravated sexual assault: Delhi HC
The appellant, a tenant in the minor's house, was convicted by the trial court in July 2024 and consequently sentenced t...
Jharkhand High Court Denies Bail to IAS Officer in High-Profile Corruption Case
Court Highlights Abuse of Power and Potential Evidence Tampering in Landmark Judgment...
Chhattisgarh High Court Denies Anticipatory Bail to Accused in Courtroom Disruption Case
Allegations of Unlawful Assembly and Obstruction of Public Servants Lead to Bail Rejection...
Delhi High Court Dismisses Frivolous Petition Seeking Expedited Trial
Court reaffirms limited role of complainants in State cases, imposes costs for frivolous litigation....
Tripura High Court Upholds GST Law, Shields Bona Fide Purchasers from ITC Denial
The High Court rules that Section 16(2)(c) of the CGST Act is constitutional, but protects bona fide purchasers from bei...
Kerala High Court Orders Formation of Committee to Address Mediation Centre Infrastructure Deficiencies
New Committee to Ensure Enhanced Facilities and Efficient Functioning of Mediation Centres Across Kerala...
Delhi High Court Dismisses Partition Suit Over Non-Joinder of Necessary Parties
Probate Petition Granted for Valid Will Execution by Late Sh. Hans Raj Gulati...
Bombay High Court Upholds "Shaadi.com" Trademark in Landmark Infringement Case
Court Orders Permanent Injunction Against Defendants for Unauthorized Use of Similar Domain, Awards ?25 Lakh in Costs to...
HC halts Maharashtra Cricket Association election; questions inclusion of 400 members
The petitioners, which include former cricketer Kedar Jadhav, alleged that many of the new members had nothing to do wit...
HC Bench upholds single judge ruling allowing lighting of deepam on Thirupparankundram hill
Tamil Nadu Minister for Natural Resources, S Regupathy faulted the judgment and said the government has the right to pre...
Kerala High Court Orders Reconsideration of By-Transfer Appointments in HSST (Junior) Posts
Judgment emphasizes adherence to Kerala Education Rules, setting aside previous government orders and directing a fresh ...
Rajasthan High Court Quashes Pension Forfeiture Order Against Vilayati Ram
Court rules disciplinary proceedings violated principles of natural justice due to reliance on unexamined evidence....
Madras High Court Restricts Kandhoori Festival on Thiruparankundram Hill
Interim Orders Limit Festival to Urus and Prohibit Animal Sacrifice and Non-Vegetarian Food...
IRCTC scam case: Delhi HC asks CBI to reply to Tejashwi Yadav's plea against charge framing order
Tejashwi and Lalu, the former union railway minister, have approached the high court assailing the trial court's order, ...
Copyright; Whether script "Chemmozhi" was copied for the movie "Parasakthi" - No interim injunction
Madras High Court Denies Interim Injunction in Copyright Dispute Over Film "Parasakthi", Court finds no prima facie evid...
Emergency leave or parole cannot be granted to a convict for performing funeral rites of a relative
Kerala High Court Denies Emergency Leave for Convict to Perform Cousin’s Funeral Rites, Court rules relationship not suf...
Karnataka High Court Quashes Proceedings Against Neighbour in Dowry Harassment Case
Court affirms that neighbours cannot be implicated under Section 498A IPC as they are not 'relatives' under the law....
Gauhati High Court Remands Property Dispute Back to Trial Court for Fresh Judgment
High Court orders trial court to reconsider equal inheritance claims of daughters under Hindu Succession Act and Limitat...
Allahabad High Court Halts Industry Establishment Over Environmental and Land Encroachment Concerns
Court Orders Suo Motu Action to Address Illegal Industry Setup and Land Encroachment in Hardoi...
Kerala High Court Urges Legislative Action Against Black Magic and Sorcery
Court Suggests Interim Measures as State Deliberates Anti-Superstition Legislation...
Delhi High Court Upholds Women's Autonomy in Reproductive Decisions Amid Marital Discord
In a landmark judgment, the Delhi High Court rules in favor of Sanya Bhasin, recognizing mental health impacts from mari...