Kerala High Court
Counterfeit currency : Absence of conscious possession and intention to use as genuine is fatal to prosecution
The acquittal of Abdul Hakkim, after decades of legal battle, marks a pivotal moment reflecting the judiciary's commitme...
Kerala High Court Upholds Rejection of NOC for Petroleum Outlet Near School Premises
Compliance with CPCB Distance Norms Essential for Public Safety, Rules Court...
Kerala High Court Upholds NDPS Act's Definition of Cannabis Cultivation
Court clarifies cultivation in pots falls under NDPS Act; inherent powers to quash proceedings exercised sparingly....
Kerala High Court Upholds Maintenance Order for Aged Mother Despite Husband's Support
Son's Filial Duty to Provide Financial Assistance Emphasized Under Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 ...
Government employees elected as Panchayat Presidents cannot claim salary
This ruling underscores the importance of adhering to government orders and statutory provisions when public servants ta...
Kerala High Court Refers Solar Power Prosumers' Petition to Division Bench for Review
Notably, the High Court refrained from delving into the merits of the allegations, directing the Registry to expedite th...
Prevention of Corruption: Office bearers of State Cricket Associationare deemed as "public servants"
The judgment stemmed from allegations of corruption involving KCA officials in land purchases for stadium construction. ...
Kerala High Court Modifies Bail Conditions for Professional Singer Hiran Das Murali
The court's decision underscores the balance between allowing an accused person to continue their livelihood while ensur...
Kerala High Court Halts Unlawful Transfer of Funds from Borrower's Account in Revenue Recovery Case
This ruling underscores the judiciary's role in balancing the enforcement of revenue recovery laws with constitutional s...
Kerala High Court Upholds Prisoner's Right to Publish Literary Works
Court Directs Government to Expedite Decision on Inmate's Book Publication...
Kerala High Court Acquits Convicted Migrant Worker in High-Profile Rape and Murder Case
The acquittal has sparked discussions on the handling of evidence and the need for stringent adherence to procedural saf...
Kerala High Court Rules Against Street Vendor's Petition in Grama Panchayat
Street Vendors Act 2014 Not Applicable to Rural Areas; Grama Panchayat Not a Local Authority...
Kerala High Court Upholds Discharge of Accused in Corruption Case
In conclusion, the Kerala High Court's judgment underscores the importance of robust evidence in corruption cases, safeg...
Man, stepmother sentenced to life by Kerala HC for murder of minor girl
The sessions judge has misread and failed to appreciate the credible evidence let in by the prosecution and arrived at a...
Kerala High Court Mandates Hearing for First Wife in Muslim Second Marriage Registration
Court Asserts Need for Justice and Fairness in Line with Constitutional Rights During Marriage Registration Process...
Kerala High Court Allows Addition of Criminal Breach of Trust Charge in High-Profile Tampering Case
The High Court's decision mandates the trial court to proceed with the additional charge under Section 409 IPC, undersco...
Kerala High Court Revises Maintenance Order for Unmarried Major Christian Daughter
This ruling highlights the nuanced interpretation of maintenance laws concerning personal law provisions and reaffirms t...
Kerala High Court Exonerates Actor Mohanlal from Consumer Complaint
Court Rules Brand Ambassadors Cannot Be Held Liable Without Direct Consumer Link...
Kerala High Court Advocates for Enhanced Polling Booth Arrangements to Uphold Democratic Integrity
In conclusion, the Kerala High Court's judgment reflects a commitment to upholding democratic values by ensuring that vo...
Kerala High Court Clarifies Court Fee Valuation in Cases with Ancillary Reliefs
In conclusion, the Kerala High Court quashed the order from the Munsiff Court, directing it to expedite the case's resol...
Kerala High Court Upholds Fee Enhancement by Private Unaided Schools
The court concluded that the writ petition lacked merit, reaffirming the autonomy of private unaided schools in determin...
Kerala High Court Upholds Wife's Right to Gold Recovery and Maintenance Re-evaluation
This judgment underscores the importance of transparency in financial disclosures in maintenance cases and reaffirms the...
Kerala High Court Embraces Technology for Justice Delivery
This decision marks a significant step towards a modern, technology-driven justice system, upholding the vision of acces...
Kerala High Court Quashes Faceless Assessment Order, Grants Fresh Hearing Opportunity
Technical issues in video conferencing link lead to denial of hearing; Court orders reconsideration of appeal ...
Kerala High Court Dismisses Pas Agro Foods' Trademark Rectification Petition Against KRBL Limited
The dismissal underscores the importance of following procedural requirements and the designated jurisdiction in tradema...
Period spent on interim bail cannot be counted as detention for statutory bail
Justice Babu concluded that periods of interim or temporary bail could not be computed towards the requisite detention p...
Notification published in electronic media not in Official Gazette : void ab initio and unenforceable
In conclusion, the court allowed the writ petitions, striking down the notifications and ownership certificates, while g...
Kerala High Court Upholds Dismissal of Timber Merchant's Breach of Contract Suit
This ruling serves as a critical reminder of the implications of the Limitation Act, particularly for contractual disput...
Kerala High Court Upholds Travancore Devaswom Board’s Qualification Rules for Temple Shanthis, Rejects Petition Challenging Accreditation Process
This ruling clarifies the balance between religious freedom and State regulation in temple administration, confirming th...
Company not accused : Can it accounts be frozen? High Court decides
The court's ruling reflects a careful consideration of the legal framework and the rights of entities not directly invol...
Kerala High Court Upholds Acquittal in Cheque Bounce Case
Justice John highlighted the appellate court's role in reviewing evidence, affirming that if two reasonable conclusions ...
Kerala High Court Upholds Conviction in Corruption Case, Modifies Sentence
This judgment serves as a reminder of the judiciary's role in upholding anti-corruption laws and ensuring public servant...
Kerala High Court Directs Immediate Reservation for Transgender Students in Law Colleges
This directive is poised to set a precedent for other states and educational institutions, reinforcing the importance of...
Kerala High Court Modifies Pre-Deposit Requirement in SARFAESI Appeal
Tribunal's Discretion to Fix Pre-Deposit Amount Reaffirmed; Petitioners Directed to Pay Rs.3.39 Crores...
Municipality's high-handed actions in destroying perishable goods without sanitary certification held illegal.
This ruling reinforces the protective measures for street vendors under Indian law, ensuring that municipal bodies adher...
Kerala High Court Upholds Consumer Rights in Non-Convertible Debentures Case
Investments in NCDs by Individuals Deemed Non-Commercial, Protecting Consumer Status under the Consumer Protection Act, ...