High Courts
Discharged due to a disability attributable to military service, pension can’t be denied even if medical board states otherwise.
This judgment reiterates the judiciary's commitment to safeguarding the rights and welfare of armed forces personnel, en...
Pendency of criminal cases cannot be the sole ground to deny passport
The ruling reiterates the judiciary's stance on safeguarding personal liberties against arbitrary administrative actions...
Surrogacy - Upper age limit under the Act not applicable retrospectively
This judgment reaffirms the judiciary's stance on protecting individuals' reproductive rights and ensuring that legislat...
Government employees elected as Panchayat Presidents cannot claim salary
This ruling underscores the importance of adhering to government orders and statutory provisions when public servants ta...
Non-payment in a commercial transaction : Offences of cheating or criminal breach of trust cannot be presumed
This judgment highlights the judiciary's role in discerning the nature of disputes, ensuring that criminal law is not mi...
Transfer order cannot be challenged later by the employee after joining the transferred post
The Chhattisgarh High Court's decision reaffirms the principle that once a transfer order is acted upon, it is spent, an...
Rape - Mentally challenged minor victim - Victim's mental incapacity negates consent for sexual intercourse
This ruling marks a pivotal moment in the judicial approach to cases involving vulnerable victims, reinforcing the impor...
Madhya Pradesh High Court Orders Scrutiny Over Alleged Tree Transplantation and Construction Near Historical Sites
The case is scheduled for a subsequent hearing on November 20, 2025, with an interim order in place to maintain the stat...
Rajasthan High Court Acts on Alarming Road Safety Crisis
The court expressed condolences to the families affected by these tragic incidents and reiterated its commitment to addr...
Andhra Pradesh High Court Urges State to Consider Transgender Reservation in Public Employment
The court has scheduled the next hearing for November 24, 2025, expecting a detailed report from the State Government re...
Senior citizens, who are absolute owners of their self-acquired property : Daughter-in-law has no absolute right
The Delhi High Court's ruling is expected to have a substantial impact on similar cases, setting a precedent for interpr...
Prevention of Corruption Act : Sanction must be by the authority competent to remove the accused from service
Consequently, the High Court acquitted Dr. Kakade and Ambhore of all charges, canceled their bail bonds, and ordered the...
Husband's obligation to maintain wife and children cannot be negated on grounds of financial constraints
This judgment reinforces the principle that financial constraints cannot negate the husband's obligation to provide for ...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Grants Bail to Jagwinder Singh @ Jagga After Five Years of Incarceration
Jagwinder Singh is required to furnish a bond, surrender his passport, regularly appear before the trial court, and adhe...
Rajasthan High Court Orders Transfer of Cases to Ensure Fair Trial Amidst Local Bar Hostility
This judgment serves as a crucial reminder of the judiciary's role in upholding the principles of justice and ensuring t...
Allahabad High Court Upholds Pension Rights for Long-serving Temporary Employees
The ruling is expected to impact numerous employees across Uttar Pradesh who have been waiting for recognition of their ...
Post Mortem : When directions can be issued for a Second Post Mortem
The High Court acknowledged the appellants' concerns, emphasizing that a Constitutional Court can indeed order a second ...
Bombay High Court Grants Bail to Kafeel Ahmed After 13 Years of Incarceration
The court’s decision highlights the judiciary's role in safeguarding individual rights amidst procedural delays, reitera...
What’s the penalty for transporting goods without a valid e-way bill ?
This judgment sets a precedent for considering the context and reasons for non-compliance in taxation matters, particula...
Maintenance - A wife living separately due to cruelty and dowry harassment is entitled to maintenance
The judgment marks a significant victory for Jyoti, emphasizing the legal protections available for women facing domesti...
Wife entitled to maintenance despite husband's denial of marriage
This judgment marks a pivotal moment in matrimonial law, reinforcing the judiciary's commitment to safeguarding women's ...
Disability pension - Hypertension diagnosed during service tenure can not be rejected as "lifestyle disorder"
Ultimately, the Delhi High Court dismissed the petition by the Union of India, affirming the Tribunal's decision to awar...
Bombay High Court Acquits Husband in 1998 Cruelty and Abetment of Suicide Case
In conclusion, the court ordered the appellant's acquittal and directed him to execute a P.R. Bond of Rs. 15,000 under S...
Rajasthan High Court Upholds RPSC's Minimum Qualifying Marks for Physically Handicapped Candidates
This decision is expected to set a precedent for future recruitment processes, emphasizing the importance of clear commu...
Child Marriage : Child Welfare Committee is equivalent to Judicial Magistrate of First Class but cannot direct registration of FIR
This decision not only nullifies the CWC's directive but also reinforces the procedural boundaries within which such com...
Electricity tariffs determined under the Electricity Act are binding
The ruling has been hailed as a reinforcement of the regulatory commission's role in tariff determination, ensuring cons...
Prostitution : Solitary incident insufficient to establish the case
The judgment highlights the challenges in prosecuting cases under the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, particularly the...
Madhya Pradesh High Court Denies State's Plea for Delay Condensation in Writ Appeal
The court's decision effectively dismisses the writ appeal filed by the state, marking a strong stance against administr...
Patent Law - A computer program per se or algorithms not patentable unless it demonstrates technical advancement
The judgment underscores the rigorous scrutiny applied to computer-related inventions under the Patents Act, reinforcing...
Pensioners form a single class - Pension cannot be differentiated based on the rank held at the time of retirement
This judgment underscores the court's commitment to ensuring fair and equitable treatment for all pensioners, reinforcin...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Mandates Expedited Repairs on National Highway 05
The judgment underscores the responsibility of the NHAI and State authorities to maintain highway conditions for the saf...
Dismissal from service for unauthorized absence for one month is shockingly disproportionate
This judgment highlights the judiciary's role in ensuring fairness and proportionality in employment-related disciplinar...
Allahabad High Court Dismisses Writ Petition Challenging Tender Award in Pratapgarh Road Project
Emphasizing the importance of infrastructure projects, the court warned against halting public works over procedural tec...
A father has absolute right to evict son from his self-acquired property
The judgment also serves as a cautionary tale against unwarranted legal challenges within families, emphasizing the need...
Kerala High Court Refers Solar Power Prosumers' Petition to Division Bench for Review
Notably, the High Court refrained from delving into the merits of the allegations, directing the Registry to expedite th...
Prevention of Corruption: Office bearers of State Cricket Associationare deemed as "public servants"
The judgment stemmed from allegations of corruption involving KCA officials in land purchases for stadium construction. ...