High Courts
Allahabad High Court Dismisses Appeal Over Unregistered Adoption Deed
By affirming the statutory mandate, the Allahabad High Court reinforces the legal framework governing adoptions in Uttar...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Upholds Arbitral Tribunal's Award on Customs Duty Reimbursement
The ruling reinforces the principle that arbitration awards, when free from illegality, should be respected and not over...
Delhi High Court Quashes FIR Following Amicable Settlement
In a unique resolution, the petitioners have undertaken to organize a 'Bhandara'—a community meal—for at least 50 underp...
Delhi High Court Affirms Simultaneous Execution of Foreign Decree in India and UAE
The ruling sets a precedent for the execution of foreign decrees in India, reinforcing the legal framework that supports...
Allahabad High Court Upholds RTE Act's Applicability to Private Unaided Schools
Justice Bhatia directed the school to offer the students an opportunity for re-examination and to re-admit them to their...
Delhi High Court Upholds Divorce on Grounds of Mental Cruelty
The judgment serves as a reminder of the legal recognition of mental cruelty as a valid ground for divorce, reinforcing ...
Jharkhand High Court Upholds District-Level Recruitment for Chowkidars
While dismissing the petitions, the court concluded that the recruitment process was conducted in compliance with the st...
Gujarat High Court Upholds Fundamental Rights, Orders Immediate Release of Woman from Shelter Home
The High Court noted the inherent power of a Magistrate to ensure the safety of individuals by placing them in shelter h...
Calcutta High Court Upholds Magistrate's Rejection of Petition for FIR Against Musician Nachiketa Chakraborty
The petitioner contended that the Magistrate should have considered the hate speech shown on social media, arguing that ...
Delhi High Court Acquits Chhotey Lal in Rape Case Over Consent Misconception
In the judgment, the court highlighted the distinction between a breach of promise and a false promise, citing precedent...
Andhra Pradesh High Court Dismisses Revision Petition, Imposes Costs for Misrepresentation
The judgment also highlighted ethical concerns, noting that the petitioner's counsel secured a lunch motion listing by m...
Jharkhand High Court Quashes Sedition FIR Against BJP Leader
In conclusion, the Jharkhand High Court determined that the FIR against Deepak Prakash lacked the necessary elements to ...
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...
Bombay High Court Orders Immediate Measures to Curb Sewage Pollution in Kulgaon-Badlapur, Directs Developer to Pay Rs.10 Lakh Compensation
The Court also imposed a cost of Rs.50,000 on the KBMC to be paid to the petitioner, underscoring the authority’s failur...
Allahabad High Court Acquits Appellant in Kidnapping and Rape Case
The court concluded by setting aside the trial court's conviction and directing the appellant to furnish a bail bond und...
Madhya Pradesh High Court Restores Long-Pending Writ Petition; Introduces Social Audit Concept
In a significant development, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has restored the writ petition of Sushil Verma, which was pr...
Patna High Court Modifies University Punishment, Emphasizes Reformative Justice for Students
The decision is expected to have wide-ranging implications for how educational institutions handle disciplinary matters,...
Madhya Pradesh High Court Grants Bail to Life Convict After Long Incarceration
Mahesh Sharma, along with his co-accused, was convicted under multiple sections including 302/149 IPC, 148 IPC, 120(b) I...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Regularization Rights of Deceased Workman
The legal heirs of Ram Kumar, now recognized as rightful claimants to his employment benefits, stand as representatives ...
Andhra Pradesh High Court Suspends Lok Adalat's Acquittal Order in TTD Scam Case
The High Court's intervention underscores the judicial system's role in ensuring accountability and transparency, especi...
Delhi High Court Initiates Contempt Proceedings Against Lawyer for Scandalous Allegations
This case underscores the judiciary's commitment to preserving its dignity and authority against unwarranted attacks and...
Andhra Pradesh High Court Upholds Acquittal in Harassment Case
The High Court's decision to uphold the trial court's acquittal reflects a careful consideration of the evidentiary stan...
Jharkhand High Court Upholds Old Pension Scheme for Pre-2004 Advertised Appointments
This decision aligns with precedents set by various high courts, including Delhi and Allahabad, which have consistently ...
Testator has the right to act foolish - Unequal distribution not a suspicious circumstances to dislodge a Will.
The decision has been welcomed by advocates of testamentary independence, emphasizing the importance of respecting indiv...
Delhi High Court Grants Interim Injunction Against 'VARDHAMAN CITYWALK' for Trademark Infringement
The court has scheduled the next hearing on January 21, 2026, and directed the defendants to file a reply within four we...
Allahabad High Court Directs Expeditious Disposal of Maintenance Case
In its order, the High Court has directed the Principal Judge of the Family Court in Bahraich to advance the proceedings...
Madras High Court Grants Liberty to Al Tirven Steels to File Claims with Liquidator Amidst Procedural Overlaps
The Court directed that the Liquidator consider Al Tirven's claims on their merits and complete the process within three...
Transfer - Employee suffering from medical ailment adjusted at a specific location cannot be disturbed
This judgment reinforces the significance of compassionate and policy-driven decision-making within employment practices...
Delhi High Court Grants Interim Injunction Against Vexatious Proceedings in Singapore
The ruling sends a strong message regarding the Indian judiciary's readiness to intervene in international disputes to p...
Brother Has Right to File Consumer Complaint for Deceased Sibling
The judgment has been hailed as a victory for consumer rights and family members seeking justice in cases of alleged neg...
Allahabad High Court Upholds IBC's Supremacy Over Electricity Act in Landmark Judgment
This judgment is expected to have wide-ranging implications for future insolvency and bankruptcy cases, particularly con...
Delhi High Court Upholds Denial of Insurance Claim Under Chief Minister Advocates Welfare Scheme for Deceased Advocate
In its judgment, the court requested the Bar Council of India and Bar Council of Delhi to consider drafting policies to ...
Orissa High Court Upholds Employee's Right to Gratuity, Rejects Bank's Appeal
By dismissing the appeal, the Orissa High Court has reinforced the protective legal framework for employees’ post-retire...
Chhattisgarh High Court Upholds Arbitration Award in Water Supply Dispute
This decision underscores the judiciary's deference to arbitral tribunals in resolving commercial disputes, reinforcing ...
Telangana High Court Upholds Cancellation of Gift Deed, Reaffirms Maintenance Obligations Under Senior Citizens Act
The dismissal of the writ petition reflects the judiciary's stance on protecting senior citizens from exploitation and e...