High Courts
Refusing to marry after physical relations due to 'kundali' mismatch can attract BNS charges: Delhi HC
The accused, in judicial custody since January 4, sought bail on the ground that the relationship was consensual, and th...
Suspicion cannot replace legal proofs: Uttarakhand HC
On September 15, 2004, Pathak's wife committed suicide by hanging at her parents' home. The post-mortem report found no ...
Unemployed wife not idle, unjust to disregard her labour: Delhi HC
Such a stand, the court said, cannot be encouraged, and the law must ensure that the spouse who invested time, effort an...
HC reserves order on MLA Mehraj Malik’s PSA case
Slathia, who is also AAP spokesperson, said the court has granted both parties -- Mehraj Malik’s legal team as well as t...
Madras High Court Clarifies Forfeiture of Service on Resignation Under Tamil Nadu Pension Rules
Resignation, even on medical grounds, leads to forfeiture of past service; cannot be equated with voluntary retirement....
Punjab and Haryana High Court Denies Bail to Senior Officer in High-Profile Corruption Case
DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar's Bail Application Rejected Amid Concerns of Witness Tampering and Ongoing Investigation...
Delhi High Court Grants Bail to M.K. Faizy in Money Laundering Case
Court finds lack of prima facie evidence against the SDPI leader, citing prolonged incarceration and constitutional righ...
Uttarakhand High Court Quashes Appointment of Managing Director for Non-Compliance with Statutory Qualifications
Court finds appointment violative of constitutional principles due to lack of mandatory educational qualifications...
Patna High Court Grants Pre-Arrest Bail to 19-Year-Old in Illicit Liquor Case
Court Criticizes State for Failing to Curb Illicit Liquor Trade; Emphasizes Rehabilitation for Young Offenders...
Bombay High Court Recognizes Single Mother's Right to Define Child's Identity
Landmark judgment mandates correction of child's name and caste in school records to reflect single mother's identity, u...
Delhi High Court Grants Bail to Aashish Bachchas in NDPS Case
Young applicant secures bail due to lack of evidence on LSD and absence of criminal history, with substances categorized...
Bombay High Court Quashes FIR in Matrimonial Cruelty Case, Citing Lack of Specific Evidence
Court Emphasizes Need for Careful Scrutiny in Section 498-A IPC Allegations to Prevent Misuse...
Gujarat High Court Acquits Husband in Cruelty and Abetment Case
Conviction under Sections 498A and 306 IPC Overturned Due to Insufficient Evidence of Persistent Cruelty...
Chhattisgarh High Court Modifies Conviction in Attempt to Commit Rape Case
Vasudeo Gond’s conviction altered from rape to attempt, with sentence reduced to 3.5 years....
Kerala High Court Directs Advanced Forensic Probe into Alleged Gold Misappropriation at Sabarimala
Court Orders Expedited Metallurgical Tests and Call Data Retrieval to Strengthen Prosecution Case...
HC quashes order staying proceedings against Anil Ambani to classify his bank accounts as fraud
The banks, in their plea, also said Ambani had raised a technical challenge to the forensic audit before the single benc...
Madras High Court Upholds Arbitration Award in Volleyball Federation Dispute
Court rules against Volleyball Federation of India's challenge to arbitration award favoring Baseline Ventures....
Uttarakhand High Court Quashes FIR in High-Profile Abetment to Suicide Case
Lack of Forensic Evidence and Independent Incriminating Material Leads to Dismissal of Proceedings...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Quashes Unilateral Order by Sugar Mill Chairman
Court Reaffirms Locus Standi and Principles of Natural Justice in Disciplinary Proceedings...
Allahabad High Court Acquits Khunni Lal, Citing Inconsistencies in Prosecution Evidence
Conviction under Section 302 IPC Overturned Due to Lack of Credible Witness Testimonies and Non-Examination of Key Witne...
Allahabad High Court Calls for Strict Adherence to SOP in Freezing Bank Accounts
Court Directs Banks to Provide Transparency and Uphold Legal Procedures to Safeguard Account Holders' Rights...
Allahabad High Court Protects Transgender Rights: No Fresh Medical Exam Required for Passport Name and Gender Change
Court Directs Passport Authorities to Accept Valid District Magistrate Certificates for Transgender Name and Gender Chan...
NALSA scheme protects constitutional rights of unorganised workers: Patna HC Chief Justice
He noted that the primary aim of the scheme is to ensure that justice does not remain the privilege of the wealthy alone...
Ex-Minister Antony Raju moves Kerala HC to set aside conviction in evidence tampering case
He contended that the conviction and sentence passed by the magistrate court were against the law, facts and evidence, a...
Allahabad HC asks Bahraich SP to explain 'inconsistencies' in FIR in cow slaughter case
On a tip-off, a police party had arrested three persons on allegations of cow slaughter and attempt to murder. While thr...
`Khamosh' exclusively linked to Shatrughan Sinha's persona, says HC; bars misuse of his name, voice, images
The high court in its order noted that Sinha has a unique style of dialogue delivery, and is especially known for the un...
Gauhati HC asks Assam govt to ensure basic facilities for evicted families from Goalpara
The court ordered that proper potable water and basic medical facilities be provided to the petitioners along with the o...
Calcutta High Court Upholds Magistrate's Discretion in Ordering Further Investigation in Crypto Fraud Case
Arup Mondal's Petition to Quash Proceedings Dismissed; Court Emphasizes the Importance of Comprehensive Investigation...
Karnataka High Court Allows Zo Pvt. Ltd. to Operate Frozen Accounts for Employee Salaries
Court intervenes under Article 226 to permit salary payments amid pending money laundering adjudication....
Delhi High Court Rejects Mercy Plea for Non-Compliance with Surrender Order
Court Disapproves Petitioner's Repeated Disregard for Legal Directives, Emphasizes Equality and Justice...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Denies Pension Claim of Ex-Serviceman in Civil Re-employment
Court rules pension entitlement requires substantive, permanent employment; dismisses petitioner's claim for benefits fr...
Rajasthan High Court Dismisses Writ Petition Challenging SARFAESI Notice
Court Affirms Availability of Alternative Remedy Under Section 17 of SARFAESI Act for Aggrieved Persons...
Andhra Pradesh High Court Directs Municipality to Settle Contractor Payments Despite Financial Constraints
The High Court emphasizes accountability in municipal contracts, mandating payments to contractors for completed works....
Gauhati High Court Upholds Assam's Policy on Compassionate Appointments
Executive Order for Uniformity in Compassionate Appointment Decisions Validated by Court...
Andhra Pradesh High Court Grants Bail to Advocate Accused of Morphing National Emblems
Court imposes stringent conditions to ensure cooperation in the ongoing investigation and preservation of public peace....
Karnataka High Court Overturns Trial Court's Decision, Grants Succession Certificate to Estrida Lucy Janet Vaz and Family
Intestate Succession Case Clarifies Legal Heirship under Indian Succession Act, 1925...