High Courts
Permission granted for termination of pregnancy caused by sexual relations on the false pretext of marriage, beyond 20 weeks
This decision marks a significant development in the protection of women's reproductive rights in India. It highlights t...
Medical Neglegence - Expert medical opinion must before issuing process in cases involving of medical negligence
This ruling underscores the judiciary's cautious approach in cases involving medical professionals, balancing the need t...
Kerala High Court Urges State Human Rights Commission to Address Custodial Torture Complaints
The Kerala High Court's interim order postpones further proceedings on the petition to October 7, 2025, allowing the Sta...
Bombay High Court Quashes Caste Scrutiny Decision: Validity Certificate Granted
The judgment sets a precedent for similar cases, highlighting the need for vigilance and adherence to established legal ...
Jammu and Kashmir High Court Denies Maintenance Claim in Live-In Relationship Case
The judgment also referenced previous Supreme Court rulings, including Chanmuniya v. Virendera Kumar Singh Kushwaha, whi...
Money Laundering - Once discharged from predicate offence by trial court, prosecution under PMLA cannot be continued
This ruling marks a pivotal moment in the interpretation and application of the PMLA, safeguarding individuals from unwa...
Rajasthan High Court Denies Bail in High-Stakes Drug Trafficking Case
The rejection of Mehra's bail application is a pivotal moment in the ongoing battle against drug trafficking, reinforcin...
University Elections - Non-fulfillment of minimum attendance requirement - Nomination rejected : Violation of Principles of Natural Justice
The judgment stipulates that the Grievance Committee, comprising five Assistant Professors, will convene at 2:00 PM for ...
Delhi High Court Upholds Conviction Under POCSO Act: Rigorous Punishment for Heinous Crimes Against Minor
The Court maintained the rigorous imprisonment sentences: one year for the offense under Section 323 of the IPC, two yea...
Himachal Pradesh High Court Upholds Conviction in Cheque Bounce Case
This judgment serves as a reminder of the legal obligations associated with issuing cheques and the implications of fail...
Karnataka High Court Quashes Criminal Proceedings Against Dr. K. Sudhakar
In light of these observations, the court declared the trial court's order taking cognizance of the offences as bad in l...
Delhi High Court Rejects Bail Plea in Brutal Sexual Assault and Murder Case
This ruling underscores the judiciary's role in prioritizing public safety and justice, particularly in cases involving ...
Accidental touch without sexual intent does not qualify as sexual assault under the POCSO Act
This ruling serves as a reminder of the judicial system's role in safeguarding the rights of individuals against wrongfu...
Allahabad High Court Upholds Virtual Compliance in Election Petition Amid COVID-19
This ruling underscores the judiciary's adaptability in ensuring access to justice during unprecedented times, balancing...
Allahabad High Court Quashes Summoning Order of Additional Accused in Chandauli Assault Case
The ruling also drew on precedents from the Supreme Court, including the cases of Hardeep Singh v. State of Punjab and B...
Kerala High Court Upholds Preventive Detention in Narcotic Case
In conclusion, the Kerala High Court's decision reinforces the importance of preventive detention in combating illicit d...
Calcutta High Court Upholds Right to Shelter, Mandates Rehabilitation Before Eviction
The State Government and KMC were directed to file detailed affidavits within three weeks, outlining their compliance wi...
Delhi High Court Challenges Immunity of South Asian University in Landmark Judgment
The matter is scheduled for hearing on November 18, 2025, as the court aims to address the broader implications of its d...
Orissa High Court Mandates Written Refusal for Document Registration
The judgment also referenced prior decisions, including North East Infrastructure Private Limited v. State of Andhra Pra...
High Court Upholds Right to Protection for Individuals in Live-in Relationships
This ruling is seen as a progressive step towards recognizing and protecting non-traditional relationships in India, ref...
Kerala High Court Directs Partial Release of Capital Gains Account Funds
The judgment clarifies that while the tax liability findings are preliminary, they should not prevent the petitioner fro...
Delhi High Court Grants Interim Injunction Against Potato Variety Infringement
The legal representation for the plaintiffs included advocates Saikrishna Rajagopal, Dr. Amitavo Mitra, and others, whil...
Kerala High Court Intervenes in Cooperative Society Election, Corrects Illegal Nomination Rejection
This ruling serves as a reminder of the judiciary's pivotal role in safeguarding democratic processes within cooperative...
Hindu Succession Act - Rights of daughters in coparcenary property - Pre-Amendment Property Rights Upheld
The court's decision highlights the enduring validity of pre-amendment property dispositions, securing the rights establ...
Delhi High Court Revokes Bail of Father Accused of Sexual Abuse Against Minor Daughter
The court's decision underscores the importance of upholding the legislative intent behind the POCSO Act, which mandates...
Complaint to Chief Minister Helpline about alleged misappropriation of funds by Gram Panchayat - Whether the complaint attracts the offence of defamation?
This decision underscores the legal framework governing defamation and the procedural limitations faced by higher courts...
Sentence Reduced in Opium Possession Case
The ruling is a reminder of the judicial system's role in recognizing individual circumstances and the potential for ref...
Madras High Court Denies ST Status to Malayali Community in Erode District
This ruling reiterates the necessity for legislative action in modifying the ST list, ensuring that any change reflects ...
Delhi High Court Upholds 20-Year Rigorous Imprisonment for Father in POCSO and Rape Case
The appellant challenged the trial court's decision on several grounds, including the reliability of the forensic report...
Madras High Court Allows Xerox Copy of Lost Cheque as Secondary Evidence
Initially, the Trial Court dismissed Iqbal's application to admit the xerox copy of the cheque, citing a lack of evidenc...
Delhi High Court Acquits Arjun in Rape Case, Cites Inconsistencies and Lack of Evidence
The case originated from an incident reported on the night of March 24, 2013, when the victim's mother lodged a complain...
Rajasthan High Court Grants Bail to 19-Year-Old Accused in Obscene Social Media Case
During the hearing, the defense argued that Akash was falsely implicated and was no longer needed for investigation. The...
Bombay High Court Restores Possession to Romell Housing LLP in Property Dispute
The High Court restored the Magistrate's order, directing the Court Receiver to hand over possession to Romell Housing L...
Allahabad High Court Quashes Termination of Smt. Meena Singh; Orders Reinstatement
The court noted that the petitioner had never submitted a fake Ph.D. degree to the university and emphasized that the pr...
Madhya Pradesh High Court Initiates Suo Motu PIL Over Rash Driving Incident
The court's proactive approach in addressing this grave issue underscores the judiciary's commitment to public safety an...
Distinction between "cancellation of bail" and "setting-aside of a bail order" reiterated
The dismissal of the petition marks a reaffirmation of legal standards in anticipatory bail cases, emphasizing the impor...