High Courts
Allahabad HC rejects bail plea of Balrampur-based wholesale drug dealer over misuse of cough syrup
The applicant contended that he was a licensed wholesale dealer legally authorised to purchase and sell such medicines. ...
Delhi HC declines status quo on Centre's takeover of Jaipur Polo Ground
The IPA has termed the eviction "wrongful, arbitrary and contrary to law," and said it would pursue all available lega...
Race Course slums: Can't demolish houses of residents yet to relocate, says Delhi HC
It had stated that in-situ rehabilitation was not possible in the present case owing to the lack of any alternative acco...
HC upholds WFI decision to remove affiliation of Sharad Pawar-led Maharashtra wrestling body
The MSWA moved the HC, claiming that the de-affiliation decision had been taken by the WFI's oversight committee and not...
Land case: HC grants Yusuf Pathan 4 weeks' time to pursue plot claim, warns of imposing costs
Despite the state government rejecting his claim in 2024, Pathan continued to occupy the land. Following his election as...
Delhi High Court Upholds Retrospective Application of Payment of Bonus Amendment Act, 2015
Court Rules Retrospective Bonus Payments Constitutional, Citing Public Welfare and Extensive Deliberations...
Bombay High Court Upholds RBI's Decision to Compulsorily Retire Employee for Unauthorized Absence
Court Dismisses Petition Challenging Compulsory Retirement, Emphasizes Limited Scope of Judicial Review in Disciplinary ...
Delhi High Court Directs Roster Bench Review of CBSE's On-Screen Marking System Irregularities
National Students Union of India seeks systemic reforms and independent inquiry into CBSE's Class XII examination evalua...
Bombay High Court Grants Bail to Music Concert Organizers in NDPS Case
Court finds no prima facie evidence of conspiracy or abetment against the applicants, allowing their release on bail...
Bombay High Court Grants Interim Relief in Black Money Act Challenge
Court Restrains Coercive Actions Against Anil Ambani Pending Final Disposal of Writ Petition...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Rules in Favor of Ashok Khemka in IAS Empanelment Dispute
Court finds non-grant of relaxation to retired IAS officer discriminatory, mandates equal treatment with peers for futur...
Jharkhand High Court Mandates Comprehensive Reforms for Rape Victim Support and Justice
High Court issues directives for Zero FIR registration, victim compensation, education, and prohibition of the "two-fing...
Calcutta High Court Upholds Negligence in Highway Parking Case, Enhances Compensation for Victims' Families
Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Co. Ltd. ordered to pay increased compensation for fatal accident caused by unauthorized...
Delhi High Court Rules Magistrates Cannot Impose Travel Restrictions in Bail Orders
Court Upholds Petitioners' Right to Travel Abroad Without Prior Permission, Sets Aside CJM's Order...
Demolition drive: HC directs to maintain status quo on 3 premises at Varanasi's Dalmandi
The demolition drive has sparked protests and concerns from locals who argue that the action is illegal and threatens th...
Unauthorised absence by RBI official grave misconduct: HC; upholds his removal
As per the RBI, Bakuli failed to reply to the notice and also did not appear for the enquiry meetings to present his arg...
Delhi High Court Upholds Territoriality Principle in Trademark Dispute Over “Whistler” Whiskey
Court Rejects Irish Company’s Passing Off Claim Due to Lack of Transborder Reputation in India; Grants Injunction to Ind...
Rajasthan High Court Mandates Timely Investigation in Criminal Cases
Court Emphasizes Magistrate's Role in Overseeing Investigations to Prevent Delays...
Karnataka High Court Dismisses Trademark Infringement Suit for Forum Shopping and Under-valuation
The court found deliberate undervaluation to evade Commercial Court jurisdiction, constituting abuse of process...
Allahabad High Court Slams Uttar Pradesh Authorities for Delay in Termination of Pregnancy of Minor Rape Victim, Calls for Systemic Reforms
Court highlights grave institutional failures in implementation of Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971 and Protec...
Bombay High Court Dismisses Defamation Suit Against HDFC Bank
Court Upholds HDFC Bank's Statements as Factually Accurate, Bona Fide, and Made in Public Interest...
Kerala High Court Directs Reconsideration of Pension Cut for Retired Employee
Court Finds Punishment of Withholding 15% Pension Disproportionate, Orders Fresh Assessment by Competent Authority...
Kerala High Court Overturns Acquittal in Cheque Bounce Case, Upholds Sufficient Issuance of Legal Notice
Appellant's victory as court finds accused guilty under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act...
Madhya Pradesh High Court Denies Anticipatory Bail in Serious Dowry and Assault Case
Court Considers Severity of Allegations and Supporting Evidence to Dismiss Bail Application...
Jharkhand High Court Orders Verification of Digital Land Records for Accuracy
Circle Officers to Authenticate Online Land Entries, Ensuring Consistency with Physical Records...
Jharkhand High Court Upholds State's Commitment to Advocate Welfare with Health Insurance Policy
Court Disposes PIL as State Assures Yearly Budgetary Allocation for Advocates' Health Insurance...
Rajasthan High Court Quashes Criminal Proceedings Against Husband and In-laws in Matrimonial Dispute
Continuation of criminal proceedings termed abuse of legal process after settlement and mutual divorce decree...
Karnataka High Court Dismisses Writ Petition, Upholds NCLT’s Decision on Locus Standi in Insolvency Case
Court imposes exemplary costs on petitioner for bypassing statutory remedy, affirms NCLT's role in jurisdictional scruti...
Delhi High Court Directs Mediation in Copyright Dispute Between Zee Entertainment and Zivore Apparel
Interim injunction granted; parties to negotiate commercial arrangements over music usage on Instagram...
Telangana High Court Directs Technology Upgrade for Existing Telecom Tower to Mitigate Radiation
Court Denies Removal of Tower; Orders Measures to Ensure Public Health Safety...
Telangana High Court Quashes Charges Over WhatsApp Criticism of Public Representative
Court rules expression of criticism in private social media groups does not constitute criminal offence without necessar...
Sikkim High Court Acquits Jeet Hang Subba in POCSO and IPC Case
Failure to Prove Victim's Minority Leads to Overturning of Conviction Under POCSO Act and IPC...
Rajasthan High Court Mandates Prompt Withdrawal of LOCs After Court Permissions to Prevent Unlawful Airport Detentions
Court Calls for SOP to Ensure Timely Communication Between Judicial Orders and Airport Authorities...
Rajasthan High Court Upholds Appeal Route for Cognizance and Charge Orders under SC-ST Act
Miscellaneous Petition Dismissed; Section 14A of SC/ST Act Mandated for Appeals...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Compensation in Intentional Murder Case
Court affirms independent civil cause of action for compensation due to intentional homicide, dismissing limitation defe...
Madras High Court Dismisses Writ Petition on Pensionary Benefits in Marital Dispute
Court Advises Petitioner to Seek Appropriate Legal Forums for Execution of Maintenance Orders...