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Kerala High Court Overturns Tribunal's Interim Order in Health Services Directorate Case

Kerala High Court Overturns Tribunal's Interim Order in Health Services Directorate Case

High Court Rules Against Tribunal's Interim Relief Allowing Director to Continue Post Transfer...

HC rejects Ariff’s challenge to K C Venugopal’s 2024 Lok Sabha victory

HC rejects Ariff’s challenge to K C Venugopal’s 2024 Lok Sabha victory

Citing settled law and Supreme Court precedents, the court said corrupt practices under Section 123 of the Representatio...

Kerala High Court Upholds Conviction in Corruption Case, Modifies Sentence

Kerala High Court Upholds Conviction in Corruption Case, Modifies Sentence

Appellant's Sentence Reduced to Statutory Minimum; Highlights Importance of Proof of Demand and Acceptance in Corruption...

Kerala HC invalidates oaths taken in names other than 'God' or solemn affirmation

Kerala HC invalidates oaths taken in names other than 'God' or solemn affirmation

However, in the case of the Vadakkencherry grama panchayat member, the court noted that the Panchayat Raj Act contains n...

Kerala High Court Quashes RBI Ombudsman’s Order for Lack of Reasoning

Kerala High Court Quashes RBI Ombudsman’s Order for Lack of Reasoning

Court Directs Ombudsman to Reconsider Complaint with Proper Hearing and Reasoned Order...

Kerala High Court Upholds Denial of Anticipatory Bail in Caste-Based Abuse Case

Kerala High Court Upholds Denial of Anticipatory Bail in Caste-Based Abuse Case

Court affirms the bar on anticipatory bail under SC/ST Act, citing prima facie evidence of abuse within public view...

Kerala High Court Upholds Circular Regulating Drug Discount Advertisements

Kerala High Court Upholds Circular Regulating Drug Discount Advertisements

Court Supports Regulatory Authority's Power to Prevent Misleading Advertisements in Pharmaceutical Industry...

Kerala High Court Denies Anticipatory Bail to Teacher Accused of Abetment to Suicide and Caste-Based Discrimination

Kerala High Court Denies Anticipatory Bail to Teacher Accused of Abetment to Suicide and Caste-Based Discrimination

Court cites prima facie evidence of repeated humiliation and discrimination against a Scheduled Caste student, reinforci...

Kerala High Court Denies Anticipatory Bail to Balakrishnan Nair in Multi-Crore Financial Fraud Case

Kerala High Court Denies Anticipatory Bail to Balakrishnan Nair in Multi-Crore Financial Fraud Case

Accused Found Non-Cooperative in Investigation; Court Emphasizes Need for Custodial Interrogation...

Kerala High Court Recognizes Constructive Public Trust in Brethren Assembly Property Case

Kerala High Court Recognizes Constructive Public Trust in Brethren Assembly Property Case

High Court Sets Aside Lower Court's Ruling, Declares Properties as Public Religious and Charitable Trust...

Kerala HC sets aside KAT order staying transfer of K J Reena from DHS post

Kerala HC sets aside KAT order staying transfer of K J Reena from DHS post

It further said that she was transferred to a new post equivalent to the one already held by her, but the tribunal allow...

Kerala HC uses humour, Bible to end bitter dispute over coconut tree

Kerala HC uses humour, Bible to end bitter dispute over coconut tree

It was already tied with an iron wire to make it lean towards its owner's property, while a protective net had been inst...

Kerala HC dismisses PIL challenging free bus travel scheme for women, transgender persons

Kerala HC dismisses PIL challenging free bus travel scheme for women, transgender persons

After hearing both sides, the court observed that there was nothing in the scheme contrary to any statutory provision an...

Kerala High Court Orders Rehearing of Criminal Appeal, Citing Lapse in Judicial Duty

Kerala High Court Orders Rehearing of Criminal Appeal, Citing Lapse in Judicial Duty

Judgment Dismissing Appeal Without Re-appreciation of Evidence Deemed Legally Impermissible...

Kerala Industries Secy tenders apology to HC in contempt case

Kerala Industries Secy tenders apology to HC in contempt case

After completing its investigation, the agency sought sanction from the state government to prosecute the accused, inclu...

Kerala High Court Warns Government Officials of Contempt Action Over Non-Compliance

Kerala High Court Warns Government Officials of Contempt Action Over Non-Compliance

Officials Directed to Adhere to Court Orders; Coercive Measures Threatened for Non-Appearance...

Kerala HC considering former woman Cong leader plea for protection from CM Satheesan

Kerala HC considering former woman Cong leader plea for protection from CM Satheesan

The plea was moved in the High Court in April this year when Satheesan was the Leader of Opposition in the Assembly....

Kerala HC denies bail to Muslim priest accused of sexually assaulting minor girl in Madrasa

Kerala HC denies bail to Muslim priest accused of sexually assaulting minor girl in Madrasa

The accused had sought bail claiming he was falsely implicated and that there were no materials to connect him to the al...

Unified authority to monitor Periyar river cleanliness important; lives at stake: Kerala HC

Unified authority to monitor Periyar river cleanliness important; lives at stake: Kerala HC

The petitioner, K S R Menon, told the court that there was an urgent need to have a unified authority to monitor the pur...

Kerala High Court Advises Neighbours to Resolve Coconut Tree Dispute Amicably

Kerala High Court Advises Neighbours to Resolve Coconut Tree Dispute Amicably

Court Emphasizes Judicial Time Should Not Be Wasted on Trivial Neighbourhood Quarrels...

Kerala High Court Upholds Free Bus Travel Scheme for Women and Transgender Persons

Kerala High Court Upholds Free Bus Travel Scheme for Women and Transgender Persons

The Court dismisses a PIL challenging the "Priyadarshini Scheme," affirming its constitutionality and alignment with soc...

 Kerala High Court Permits Foreign Seafarers to Leave India with Conditions

Kerala High Court Permits Foreign Seafarers to Leave India with Conditions

Detained for Over a Year, Seafarers Can Exit Under Stringent Terms to Ensure Their Return for Legal Proceedings...

Kerala High Court Enforces Strict Compliance with Vehicle Safety Standards

Kerala High Court Enforces Strict Compliance with Vehicle Safety Standards

Judgment mandates adherence to Central Motor Vehicles Rules and bans unauthorized lighting and devices to ensure road sa...

Kerala High Court Mandates Conservation of Sree Kerala Varma College’s Heritage Block

Kerala High Court Mandates Conservation of Sree Kerala Varma College’s Heritage Block

Cochin Devaswom Board tasked with comprehensive structural assessment to preserve historic integrity...

Kerala High Court Upholds Bar on Dual Professional Practice for Medical Practitioners Seeking Legal Careers

Kerala High Court Upholds Bar on Dual Professional Practice for Medical Practitioners Seeking Legal Careers

Court affirms that a registered medical practitioner must cancel their medical registration to be eligible for enrolment...

Kerala High Court Grants Anticipatory Bail in High-Profile SC-ST Act Case

Kerala High Court Grants Anticipatory Bail in High-Profile SC-ST Act Case

Allegations of Deceit and Caste-Based Abuse Dismissed Due to Inconsistencies and Delay in Complaint...

Kerala High Court Upholds Regulation of Electro-Homeopathy Practice

Kerala High Court Upholds Regulation of Electro-Homeopathy Practice

Court Asserts Regulatory Oversight by Medical Acts for Alternative Medicine Practices...

Kerala High Court Mandates Comprehensive Digital Overhaul for Cochin Devaswom Board

Kerala High Court Mandates Comprehensive Digital Overhaul for Cochin Devaswom Board

Systemic deficiencies in financial management prompt court to order digitization for enhanced transparency and accountab...

Kerala High Court Demands Swift Conclusion of Investigation into Sabarimala Temple Idol Gold-Plating Scandal

Kerala High Court Demands Swift Conclusion of Investigation into Sabarimala Temple Idol Gold-Plating Scandal

Court Directs Special Investigation Team to Submit Comprehensive Report by June 29, 2026...

Kerala High Court Expedites Compounding Process for Afghan National under Immigration and Foreigners Act

Kerala High Court Expedites Compounding Process for Afghan National under Immigration and Foreigners Act

Judgment allows application for compounding offences via counsel or email, facilitating discharge from charges...

Kerala High Court Rules SARFAESI Act Prevails Over National Trust Act in Property Proceedings

Kerala High Court Rules SARFAESI Act Prevails Over National Trust Act in Property Proceedings

Court dismisses writ petition, upholding the SARFAESI Act's supremacy in cases involving mental disability property with...

Kerala High Court Orders Expeditious Trial of Two-Decade-Old Cheque Bounce Case

Kerala High Court Orders Expeditious Trial of Two-Decade-Old Cheque Bounce Case

Court Criticizes Delay and Directs Trial Court to Conclude Proceedings Within Two Months...

Kerala High Court Stays Arbitration Order Involving District Collector

Kerala High Court Stays Arbitration Order Involving District Collector

Court Finds Prima Facie Disqualification of District Collector as Arbitrator in National Highways Project Dispute...

Kerala High Court Upholds Compassionate Employment Rights Amidst Financial Constraints

Kerala High Court Upholds Compassionate Employment Rights Amidst Financial Constraints

Court rules that financial difficulties and recruitment bans do not justify denial of compassionate appointments...

Kerala HC orders police protection for viral kumbh mela girl

Kerala HC orders police protection for viral kumbh mela girl

With a captivating smile and beautiful eyes, the Indore girl had shot to fame after a virtual content creator shared a v...

Kerala High Court Clarifies Jurisdiction of Family Courts in Matrimonial Disputes

Kerala High Court Clarifies Jurisdiction of Family Courts in Matrimonial Disputes

Court rules that Family Courts can only adjudicate disputes involving living parties to a marriage, directs civil courts...