High Courts
Gujarat High Court Quashes Municipal Order Cancelling Regularisation of Unauthorised Construction
Gujarat High Court rules against Municipal Corporation's revocation of regularisation order, citing lack of jurisdiction...
Calcutta High Court Quashes Retrospective Property Tax Hike by Kolkata Municipal Corporation
Court slams KMC for arbitrary enhancement of property valuation without notice, orders refund or adjustment of excess ta...
Telangana High Court Orders Release of Attached Properties in Anti-Corruption Case
Death of Accused and Lack of Evidence Lead to Overturning of Property Attachment...
Telangana High Court Orders Return of Withheld Student Certificates
Educational Institutions Cannot Retain Original Certificates; Legal Recovery Recommended for Breach of Undertaking...
Telangana High Court Overrules Registry's Objection, Orders Contempt Case to be Heard on Merits
Court Clarifies Role of Registry in Contempt Cases, Emphasizes Jurisdiction of Contempt Court...
Karnataka High Court Upholds Rights of Under-Trial Prisoners to Register Property Documents
Court Directs Prison Authorities to Facilitate Registration of Sale Deed for Incarcerated Petitioner...
Madhya Pradesh High Court Upholds Strict Liability of Electricity Board in Electrocution Case
Court dismisses appeal by M.P. Electricity Board, holds them accountable for compensation in electrocution due to illega...
Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court Quashes Legal Metrology Case Against Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Pvt Ltd
Court rules dual pricing was permissible before January 2018, quashing proceedings as an abuse of legal process....
Delhi High Court Grants Ad-Interim Injunction in Trademark Dispute Over Edible Oils
Gemini Edibles and Fats India Ltd. secures relief against alleged infringement of its 'FREEDOM' trademark and trade-dres...
Rajasthan High Court Intervenes in Cricket Association Election Deadlock
Court Suspends Ad-hoc Committee, Appoints Administrator to Oversee Timely Elections...
Meghalaya High Court Upholds Financial Upgradations Under MACP Scheme for Hindi Officer
Court Dismisses Union of India's Petition to Quash CAT Order, Affirms Entitlement of Financial Upgrades for Veena Dhound...
Madras High Court Quashes Sedition Charges Over Historical Book Publication
Court rules that mere historical references do not constitute sedition under current social context....
Madras High Court Upholds Restricted Maternity Leave for Third Child Based on Supreme Court Ruling
Court Denies Extended Leave, Confirms 12-Week Maternity Leave Limit for Women with Two or More Children...
Madras High Court Orders Restoration of Police Protection for Politician Facing Life Threats
Court Directs Immediate Police Protection for C.Ve. Shanmugam Amidst Continuous Threats Despite Opposing Threat Assessme...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Rejection of Insurance Claim in Cross-Border Railway Goods Loss
Court affirms Railway Claims Tribunal's decision; Indian Railways not liable for losses incurred during transit from Pak...
Madhya Pradesh High Court Steps in to Protect Judicial Independence Amidst Threats
Court Directs Law Enforcement to Ensure Safety of Narmadapuram Judicial Officer and Take Action Against Miscreants...
Gujarat High Court Orders Rebuilding After Unauthorized Demolition by Municipal Corporation
Five Officers Suspended Pending Inquiry; Displaced Residents to be Re-accommodated...
Gauhati High Court Upholds Subsistence Allowance for Dismissed University Employee
Employee Entitled to Subsistence Allowance During Deemed Suspension Despite Procedural Lapses...
Delhi High Court Upholds 'Right to be Forgotten' in Landmark Privacy Case
Serving IPS Officer's Plea for Content Removal Gains Favor; Court Affirms Territorial Jurisdiction...
Delhi High Court Directs Zee Entertainment to Enhance Accessibility for Disabled Users
Court mandates compliance with IS 17802 standards, ensuring digital accessibility on ZEE5 platform for persons with disa...
Calcutta High Court Upholds Compassionate Appointment in Landmark Judgment
Denial of Compassionate Appointment on Financial Grounds Overturned; Court Emphasizes Consistency in Policy Application...
Tripura High Court Upholds Equality: Denies Gender-Based Promotion Discrimination
Court Directs State to Reassess Female Jailor's Promotion, Citing Violations of Natural Justice...
Madhya Pradesh High Court Grants Anticipatory Bail to Journalist in Female Foeticide Sting Operation Case
Court acknowledges lack of evidence for blackmail allegations; emphasizes public interest journalism....
Allahabad High Court Dismisses Writ Petition Against State-Initiated ATS Inquiry
Petitioners' Claims of Harassment Rejected; Inquiry by ATS Deemed Non-Coercive...
Delhi High Court Grants Sony Pictures an Ex Parte Ad Interim Injunction Against Rogue Websites
Dynamic injunction aims to curb unauthorized streaming and reproduction of copyrighted sporting events by infringing web...
Karnataka High Court Upholds Bank's Priority over Provident Fund Dues in Property Dispute
Judgment clarifies first charge under EPF Act limited to establishment's assets, not separate assets of partners...
Uttarakhand High Court Orders Protection for Couple Amid Family Threats
Court Ensures Safety Despite Voidable Marriage Due to Age Discrepancy...
Rajasthan High Court Directs Expedited Hearing on Temporary Injunction Application
Status quo to be maintained on suit property as appellate court refrains from expressing opinion on merits at interlocut...
Rajasthan High Court Upholds Vehicle Seizure for Non-Compliance with Motor Vehicles Act
Court Dismisses Appeal, Emphasizes Strict Adherence to Safety Norms for Vehicle Operations Across States...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Grants Anticipatory Bail to Vijay Kumar in Abetment of Suicide Case
Court finds lack of evidence for intentional instigation or active participation; Bail granted with conditions under BNS...
Madras High Court Mandates Inclusive Participation in Temple Festival to Combat Caste Discrimination
Court Directs District Collector to Ensure Equitable Involvement in Muthalapuram Village's Temple Celebrations...
Madras High Court Upholds Cognizance in Hate Speech Case Against Minister
Court Finds Accused's Speech Promoted Hatred, Affirms No Prior Sanction Needed for Prosecution...
Madhya Pradesh High Court Orders Retrial in Sexual Harassment Case Involving LNIPE Vice Chancellor
Appellate Authority Directed to Conduct Expeditious Hearing and Provide Fair Decision on Pending Appeal...
Kerala High Court Grants Bail in MDMA Possession Case Due to Non-Compliance with NDPS Act
Court emphasizes the mandatory compliance with Section 50 of the NDPS Act, granting bail to the accused after a year in ...
Karnataka High Court Upholds Bail for Woman Accused in Money Laundering Case
Special Provisions for Women in PMLA Cases Affirmed; Bail Cancellation Petition Dismissed...
Delhi High Court Upholds NSEI as Public Authority under RTI Act
The court affirms NSEI's status, emphasizing deep governmental control and its role in public functions...