High Courts

WhatsApp message promoting enmity, hatred, or ill-will : No relief under Article 226
The decision marks a crucial step in addressing the delicate balance between freedom of expression and the responsibilit...

Madras High Court Upholds Conviction in Heinous SC/ST POCSO Case
This ruling underscores the judiciary's commitment to protecting vulnerable sections of society, particularly minors fro...

Dishonour of Cheque : Compounding of offence allowed on the basis of a compromise
The quashing of Dangi's conviction marks a pivotal moment in the case and reflects the judiciary's commitment to facilit...

Madras High Court Takes Action on POCSO Act Non-compliance
The decision also highlighted statistical data from the Inspector General of Police, revealing over 343 pending cases in...

Tender : Corrigendum extending bid submission deadlines without adequate public notice invalidates the process.
The ruling underscores the judiciary's commitment to upholding transparency and fairness in public procurement processes...

Cut and Paste justice cought on its tracks : Acquittal set aside, case remanded
This judgment underscores the High Court’s commitment to ensuring that justice is not defeated by procedural lacunae, po...

Hindu families - Until contrary is proved, every Hindu family is presumed to be joint
The ruling is expected to have significant implications for similar cases concerning the presumption of jointness in Hin...

Notices under Sections 148A and 148 of Income Tax Act : Authorities to follow faceless proceedings : Notices quashed
The ruling underscores the judiciary's role in maintaining procedural integrity and ensuring that statutory mandates are...

A government employee who acquires a disability during service cannot be denied salary or medical reimbursement
The judgment highlights the judiciary's role in upholding the rights of the disabled and ensuring that government establ...

Tender Cancellation: - No enforceable right of second lowest bidder
Ultimately, the court dismissed the writ petition, underscoring the tendering authority's prerogative to cancel tenders ...

Customary Divorce : Legitimacy and Consequences
This judgment serves as a significant precedent for future cases involving claims of customary divorce, reinforcing the ...

Religion Conversions FIR’s : "prima facie" offences were made out
The court also addressed the issue of prior sanction for prosecution, stating that the sanction by the District Magistra...