High Courts
Appointment of Lokayukta to be done soon: Jharkhand govt to HC
In the course of the hearing, the petitioner Raj Kumar had earlier informed the court that the post of Lokayukta, Chairm...
Was almost declared corrupt by Justice Sharma, won't get justice: Kejriwal tells HC judge seeking her recusal
"The court almost said (in Manish Sisodia's bail order that) all these guys are corrupt. They are 'maha corrupt'. Only t...
Bombay HC questions denial of furlough to convicts under special laws, refers issue to larger bench
If they are all convicted, then to treat them all at par for the purpose of deciding eligibility for furlough would amou...
Bombay HC flags rights violation in denial of furlough, refers issue to larger bench
Joseph was convicted on charges of murder and criminal conspiracy under the Indian Penal Code and relevant provisions of...
Allahabad HC asks UP CM to order probe into 'negligence' by KDA officers over land possession delay
Accordingly, it awarded damages of Rs 13,700 per month from July 1, 1987, until possession is handed over to the plainti...
HC dismisses petition challenging rights of children of women marrying non-Sikkimese men
The judge, however, said that although children from such marriages are not eligible for COI under the present framework...
Excise policy case: Delhi HC to hear on Monday Kejriwal's plea seeking recusal of judge
The CBI asserted that making "unscrupulous" and "sweeping" allegations of bias over attending legal seminars, which had ...
Allahabad HC dismisses writ petition seeking to quash FIR on planned acid attack
The order was passed in connection with a criminal writ petition filed by one Arun Shukla seeking to quash an FIR regist...
Kerala HC directs CDB to ensure basic amenities for devotees in all temples it manages
It directed the Board to formulate and submit, within three months, the detailed scheme for the construction of toilet c...
Allahabad HC expresses dissatisfaction over probe in 2009 custodial death case
The court also directed the then sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) Karmendra Singh of Mainpuri to file his affidavit stric...
Diktats by khap panchayats unconstitutional, undermine rule of law: Raj HC
In a set of operational directions, the court instructed the police leadership to designate a senior officer, not below ...
Decide representation on Kannada use in official matters in Kasaragod taluk: HC to govt
The government told the bench that an appropriate authority will consider and decide the representation if the court so ...
Permission to travel abroad; Condition for furnishing bank guarantee of Rs. 25 lakhs is excessively high
Punjab and Haryana High Court Eases Travel Restrictions for Matrimonial Offense Accused, Court Reduces Financial Conditi...
T'gana HC breather to Cong leader Khera, grants one week transit anticipatory bail in Assam case
Assam Advocate General Devajit Saikia, who argued against Khera's petition on Thursday, had stressed that there was no p...
HC refuses to quash criminal proceedings against UP Muslim Personal Law Board chief
Refusing to interfere in the matter, the high court, in its recent decision, pointed out that according to the FIR, the ...
Kerala HC holds govt official in contempt for denying sanction to prosecute former KSCDC officials
The court set aside the October 2025 government order denying sanction to prosecute the two former KSCDC officials and d...
Bhojshala is Saraswati temple founded by Raja Bhoj; was a seat of learning: Hindu petitioner to HC
Citing 'Prabandha Chintamani' by Merutunga and other historical texts, Gupta said King Bhoj was a great patron of art an...
After Pune businessman loses Rs 38 lakh in online fraud, HC orders bank to refund amount
Relying on the RBI's July 6, 2017 circular on 'Customer Protection - Limiting Liability of Customers in Unauthorised Ele...
Allahabad HC to hear Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah case on May 15
The Hindu side has filed 18 suits for possession of land, “removal” of the structure of the Shahi Idgah masjid, "restora...
Delhi HC allows authorities to proceed with demolition drive in Shalimar Bagh
"Upon the expiry of the aforesaid period, that is, May 30, 2026, the respondents are at liberty to proceed with the expa...
Delhi HC's occupancy rider to Khan Market restaurants for operating without fire NOC
Noting that there seemed no reason to disbelieve the petitioners, the court said the petitioners should not be disallowe...
Election petition inherently trial-based: Himachal HC in 2024 Rajya Sabha elections case
"It defies common sense, old tradition and practices, anywhere in the world that whenever there is a tie between two peo...
Initiated steps to block objectionable tweets by journalist Rana Ayyub: Centre to HC
In January 2025, a magisterial court directed Delhi Police to register an FIR against Rana Ayyub for allegedly making so...
Delhi HC seeks Centre's stand on plea against appointment of NCLT acting president
Since there are no rules governing inter se seniority amongst members, seniority must be decided based on the date of jo...
MP HC asks petitioner to move Data Protection Board in Instagram chat encryption case
In its order passed on Thursday, the Indore bench of the high court also directed the board to pass a "reasoned and spea...
Allahabad High Court Directs Renewal of Passport for Applicant Despite Prosecution's Concerns
Court Upholds Applicant's Right to Passport Renewal, Directs Ministry of External Affairs to Ensure Compliance...
Karnataka High Court Orders Re-Verification and Recount of Postal Ballots in Sringeri Assembly Election
Court finds Returning Officer's failure to re-verify 279 rejected postal ballots violated mandatory Election Commission ...
Bombay High Court Enhances Compensation in Motor Accident Case
Court Revises Monthly Income Assessment, Attributes Contributory Negligence Equally, and Awards Additional Compensation ...
Prolonged Detention Without Trial Leads to Bail for Saradha Scam Accused
Calcutta High Court Grants Bail to Sudipta Sen Citing Violation of Right to Speedy Trial and Administrative Failures...
Allahabad High Court Acquits Raiyyan in Capital Punishment Case, Citing Uncorroborated Evidence
Conviction and death sentence overturned due to inconsistencies in witness testimonies and lack of substantive evidence...
Allahabad High Court Stays Proceedings Against 73-Year-Old Accused in 19-Year-Old Corruption Case
In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court exercises its inherent powers to quash criminal proceedings against Dr...
Allahabad High Court Quashes Proceedings Against Megha Khatri and Family in Abetment to Suicide Case
The Court rules lack of instigation and mens rea in alleged abetment case under Section 306 IPC, dismissing charges agai...
Allahabad High Court Grants Bail to Rajesh Bothra in Financial Fraud Case
Bail granted with stringent conditions; passport surrender, no travel, and strict adherence to trial procedures mandated...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Reduced Compensation in Electrocution Case
Court rules contributory negligence by plaintiff's family in the construction under high tension wires; maintains reduce...
Punjab and Haryana High Court Orders Retrial in Vinod Shah Case
Conviction and Death Sentences Quashed Due to Procedural Flaws in Accused Examination...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Imposes Rs. 10 Lakh Fine on State for Failing to Develop Judicial Infrastructure
Court Censures State's Inaction on Establishing Special Courts for NDPS Cases and Demands Immediate Budgetary Transparen...