Kerala High Court
Kerala High Court Upholds Mutual Consent Divorce, Dismisses Appeal Against Withdrawal of Consent
The court's decision underscores the principle that mutual consent divorce agreements cannot be unilaterally rescinded w...
Kerala High Court Overturns Conviction Due to Procedural Flaws in Recording Deaf and Dumb Victim's Testimony
The judgment serves as a reminder of the judiciary’s role in safeguarding justice, especially for vulnerable witnesses, ...
Kerala High Court Orders Expungement of Juvenile Records for Reintegration
The Kerala High Court's directive ensures that Subin Joy's juvenile records are not disclosed, accessed, or relied upon ...
Externment orders must be passed with promptitude and proper application of mind - Unexplained delays and malafides can render such orders invalid.
The judgment serves as a crucial precedent in ensuring that state authorities do not misuse their powers under the guise...
Arrest under NDPS Act – 24-hour period for production before the Magistrate begins from point when the person is detained, not from formal arrest
This judgment reinforces the judiciary's role in safeguarding constitutional rights, particularly concerning arrest and ...
Public servant demanding and accepting bribes through Google Pay, denied bail, custodial interrogation essential for a thorough investigation
This judgment serves as a stern warning to public servants and reinforces the judiciary's role in maintaining the integr...
Kerala High Court Overturns Trial Court's Routine Condonation of Delay in Criminal Case
The High Court's ruling directs the trial court to reconsider the condonation petition afresh and issue a reasoned order...
Kerala High Court Directs Finalization of Snakebite Prevention Guidelines in Schools
The case highlights Kerala's proactive steps in reducing snakebite incidents and fatalities, with data showing a decline...
Kerala High Court Upholds Insurance Claim Despite Alcohol Presence in Bloodstream
The judgment dismissed the insurer's appeal, affirming the Ombudsman’s decision to compensate the claimant. The court's ...
Kerala High Court Upholds Tribunal's Decision on Motor Accident Compensation
The tribunal had previously directed the insurance company to compensate the claimants and subsequently recover the amou...
Litigants cannot dictate the judge who should hear their case
The court restrained from taking immediate action against Mr. Azad due to his lack of awareness of legal decorum, but wa...
Kerala High Court Directs State to File Affidavit on Organ Donation Advisory Committee Compliance
During the proceedings, the State Government, represented by Special Government Pleader K.V. Manojkumar, presented a not...