Kerala High Court
Kerala: HC warns of arrest warrant if official skips contempt hearing again
After completing its probe, the agency sought sanction from the state government to prosecute the accused, including for...
Kerala HC denies anticipatory bail to doctor in Kannur dental student death case
"This is a very dangerous situation and a big menace to the society. In fact, the National Medical Commission, the Healt...
Kerala HC gives final chance to SIT to file comprehensive report in Sabarimala gold loss cases
"The Investigating Officer has informed us that substantial and convincing materials have already been gathered indicati...
Kerala High Court Upholds Conviction in POCSO Case Against Madrassa Teacher
Rasheed's appeal dismissed; 20-year rigorous imprisonment for aggravated sexual assault on a minor confirmed...
Kerala HC issues notice to former security personnel of ex-CM in assault case
According to the prosecution, the protesters were assaulted with sticks by the chief minister's gunmen after they ran to...
UDF govt's free travel concession for women a fulfilment of poll promise: Kerala HC
On the other hand, the government told the court that similar schemes have been implemented in Delhi, Punjab, Karnataka,...
Kerala High Court Quashes Police Verification Report Labeling Employee 'Not Suitable for Employment'
Court rules that police reports should focus solely on criminal antecedents, leaving employment suitability to employers...
Kerala High Court Resolves Arbitration Stalemate Between Ambica Praveesh and BMH Care Hospital Ltd
Court Directs Nomination of Former Judge as Third Arbitrator, Allows Technical Expert Assistance...
Kerala High Court Rules Admiralty Act Prevails Over Commercial Courts Act in Maritime Claim Dispute
Court condones 135-day delay in filing written statement in admiralty suit, reaffirming special statute precedence...
Kerala High Court Quashes Executive Officer Appointment in Sree Thirumandhamkunnu Temple
Court Orders Reinstatement of Hereditary Trustee and Calls for New Administrative Scheme...
HC judge recuses from hearing plea on film 'The Kerala Story 2'
The judge noted that he had previously heard two other petitions seeking similar relief and therefore decided to recuse ...
Kerala HC upholds order directing Principal Secretary to appear in KSCDC contempt case
After completing its probe, the agency sought sanction from the state government to prosecute the accused, including for...
PIL challenges Kerala’s free bus travel scheme for women, transgender persons
The petition further argued that the government order itself acknowledged the financial burden by creating a dedicated c...
Kerala High Court Directs Reconsideration of Pension Cut for Retired Employee
Court Finds Punishment of Withholding 15% Pension Disproportionate, Orders Fresh Assessment by Competent Authority...
Kerala High Court Overturns Acquittal in Cheque Bounce Case, Upholds Sufficient Issuance of Legal Notice
Appellant's victory as court finds accused guilty under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act...
Kerala High Court Expunges Prejudicial Remarks from Bail Order
Court Cautions Against Premature Judgments During Bail Proceedings...
Kerala High Court Upholds Compensation for Contractor Deemed Employee in Electrocution Case
Judgment affirms contractor's status as 'employee' under Employees Compensation Act, 1923, ensuring compensation liabili...
Kerala High Court Transfers Investigation to CBI Amidst Allegations of Irregularities
Court Directs Strengthening of Child Protection Mechanisms through Legal Awareness and Community Initiatives...
Kerala High Court Upholds Special Court's Decision in SC-ST Atrocities Case
Private Residence Considered Public View for SC/ST Act Charges, Appeals Court...
Kerala High Court Upholds Summoning of Additional Witness in High-Profile Criminal Case
Court affirms prosecution's right to summon omitted forensic expert under Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 to en...
Kerala High Court Dismisses Writ Petition by Voizzit Technology Pvt. Ltd. Citing Doctrine of Finality and Jurisdictional Error
Writ petition seeking CBI and NIA investigations into cross-border insolvency malpractices dismissed for violating doctr...
Kerala High Court Upholds Petitioner's Right to Amend Pleadings in Insolvency Case
Tribunal's Refusal to Entertain Additional Objections Violates Principles of Natural Justice, Rules High Court...
Kerala High Court Dismisses Writ Petition Against SEBI's IPO Approval
Court Directs Petitioner to Pursue Alternative Remedies Under SEBI Act for Alleged Fraudulent Share Transfers...
Kerala High Court Criticizes Decade-Long Audit Delays in Devaswom Board Financial Oversight
Court Directs Comprehensive Explanation from Authorities on Prolonged Audit Pendency...
Kerala High Court Orders Reforms in Travancore Devaswom Board Following Misappropriation Scandal
Court mandates strict accountability and procedural overhaul to prevent future financial mismanagement in temple offerin...
Kerala High Court Upholds New Normalization Methodology in Engineering Admissions
Court rules against interference in academic policy, dismisses petitions challenging Kerala's 2026 admission process...
Kerala High Court Clarifies Limitations on Inherent Powers in Document Return Cases
Court Rules Inherent Powers Cannot Override Specific Statutory Provisions in Civil Procedure...
Kerala High Court Upholds Policy Decision on Vacancy Abolition
Court affirms that inclusion in Rank List does not guarantee appointment; policy-driven post abolition not unconstitutio...
Kerala High Court Upholds 20-Year Sentence for Aggravated Sexual Assault Under POCSO Act
The Court confirms the conviction and sentence, emphasizing the credibility of the victim's testimony in the absence of ...
Kerala High Court Upholds Conviction in NDPS Case, Modifies Sentence
Court Confirms Conviction under NDPS Act but Reduces Imprisonment from Four Years to Two...
Kerala High Court Quashes Composite GST Show Cause Notice for Multiple Financial Years
Court Orders Issuance of Separate Notices for Each Assessment Year, Aligns with Prior Judgments...
Kerala High Court Sets Aside Tribunal Order, Reinstates First Instance Jurisdiction
High Court affirms the role of Kerala Administrative Tribunal as the primary forum for service-related disputes, emphasi...
Kerala High Court Rules on Stamp Duty Applicability for Sale Certificates under SARFAESI Act
Unstamped Sale Certificates Cannot Be Rejected for Filing, Aligning with Supreme Court Precedents...
Kerala High Court Upholds Hostel Subsidy Scheme Criteria
Court Rules Against Personal Choice in School Admissions for Hostel Subsidy Eligibility...
Kerala High Court Enhances Compensation for Motor Accident Victims
The court awards an additional Rs. 1.18 lakh to the appellants, revising the tribunal's order to exclude duplication in ...
Kerala High Court Recalculates Compensation in Motor Accident Claim
Major siblings residing separately not entitled to dependency compensation; award recalibrated following Supreme Court g...