Uttrakhand High Court
Uttarakhand HC directs Haridwar SSP to produce woman 'confined' by parents
Petitioner's counsel Ajit Kumar Yadav contested this, stating the woman was under fear and pressure from her parents. Ya...
Uttarakhand High Court Upholds Statutory Restrictions on Land Transfers through Gift Deeds
Shishya Society's petition dismissed; court mandates prior government sanction for non-agricultural land transfers....
Uttarakhand HC seeks state govt's policy on release of life convicts
Counsel appearing for the prisoners argued that several inmates remain incarcerated despite completing their sentences a...
Uttarakhand High Court Denies Bail in Heinous Sexual Exploitation Case
Court Emphasizes Custodial Protection Citing Serious Allegations and Victim's Age in POCSO Case...
Uttarakhand High Court Quashes Arbitrary Dismissal of Police Constable
Court Orders Reinstatement and Partial Salary Arrears, Citing Lack of Disciplinary Inquiry...
Uttarakhand High Court Strikes Down Water Tax on Electricity Generation
State Legislature's Competence to Levy Water Tax on Electricity Generation Ruled Unconstitutional...
Uttarakhand High Court Upholds Conviction in POCSO Case Against Sagar Ray
Court Affirms Sentence for Aggravated Sexual Assault on Minor, Emphasizes Immateriality of Minor's Consent...
Uttarakhand High Court Upholds Family Pensioner's Right to Medical Reimbursement
Court rules denial of medical claims based on age limit for dependants violates Article 14, endorses legitimate expectat...
Uttarakhand High Court Grants Bail in Consensual Relationship Case Under POCSO Act
Court Emphasizes Discretionary Jurisdiction in Cases Involving Adolescent Relationships...
Uttarakhand High Court Declines PIL on Kabristan Burial Rights Dispute
Court Advises Parties to Resolve Community Burial Ground Conflict through Civil Proceedings...
Uttarakhand HC rejects bail plea of mother accused of forcing minor daughter into sexual acts
The court held that inconsistencies or delays in the case should only be adjudicated by the trial court rather than duri...
Uttarakhand HC issues contempt notice to former MLA over remarks on municipal poll delay
The court was hearing a batch of petitions, including a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by Mohammad Yaseen and ot...
Uttarakhand High Court Upholds Child's Right to Privacy in DNA Testing Case
Court Rejects Husband's Appeal for DNA Test to Prove Adultery, Emphasizes Child's Dignity Over Speculative Inquiries...
Uttarakhand High Court Prohibits Use of Heavy Machinery in Mining Operations
District Magistrate Directed to Ensure Compliance and Conduct Surprise Inspections...
Uttarakhand High Court Upholds State’s Eviction Notices for Slum Dwellers
Court dismisses petitions challenging eviction notices, endorses rehabilitation measures aligned with statutory objectiv...
Uttarakhand High Court Upholds CBI Arrest in Ravi Kant's Case
Court Dismisses Criminal Revision, Affirms Compliance with Constitutional Safeguards...
Uttarakhand High Court Ensures Protection for Newlywed Couple Facing Threats
Mandamus Issued to Police Authorities to Safeguard Couple's Right to Life and Liberty After Marriage Against Family's Wi...
State cannot tax hydropower generation: Uttarakhand HC
Several firms, including Alaknanda Power Project Private Limited, THDC, NHPC, Swati Power Project Private Limited, Bhila...
'Proven beyond reasonable doubt': Uttarakhand HC upholds 10-year jail to minor rape convict
The court also noted that the defence failed to present any substantial rebuttal against the age records and upheld the ...
Uttarakhand HC orders formation of high-powered panel to tackle traffic woes in Mussoorie
According to the petitioner, traffic has become a nuisance in the tourist town of Mussoorie. The two main causes of traf...
Uttarakhand High Court Grants Bail to Nitin Kumar Amid Wildlife Act Allegations
Court acknowledges regulatory lapses over deliberate illegal trade, orders release on personal bond....
Uttarakhand HC grants bail to man accused of illegal possession of venomous snakes
The government further alleged that Kumar engaged in the illegal trade of snake venom. The court observed that the case ...
Uttarakhand HC seeks report on death of student at private university in Bhimtal
The petition alleged that Bhawali police refused to register a complaint under pressure from college authorities, prom...
HC seeks response from Centre, Uttarakhand govt on land acquisition for Ramnagar-Kashipur Highway
They contended that the ground reality reflects the presence of numerous houses and commercial establishments rather tha...
Uttarakhand High Court Upholds Father's Obligation for Child Maintenance
Court Affirms Rs. 8,000 Monthly Interim Maintenance for Minor Child Despite Father's Financial Liabilities...
Uttarakhand HC seeks govt reply on plea related to ecological risks in Doon Valley
In 2021, the court had directed the Mussoorie Dehradun Development Authority (MDDA) Chairman and Dehradun Municipal Comm...
Uttarakhand HC directs Nainital municipal body to submit report on city's cleanliness
The directions were issued during the hearing of a contempt petition filed by Manoj Kumar. The petitioner had accused th...
Man cannot evade duty to maintain child citing wife's income: Uttarakhand HC
The court ruled that financial liabilities such as loan repayments or support to other family members are voluntary and ...
Uttarakhand High Court Orders Protection and Custody in Alleged Kidnapping Case
Court Directs Safety Measures for Minor, Orders Custody Transfer to Father Amidst FIR in Punjab...
Uttarakhand HC sends girl to shelter home, orders custody for male companion in protection plea
According to a police report placed before the court, the girl's father lodged a complaint at Rajpura City police statio...
U'khand HC directs Nainital admn to act against protests outside liquor shop
The petitioner argued that it is the responsibility of the State to ensure the safety of valid licence holders. He previ...
Haldwani violence case: Uttarakhand HC grants bail to main accused Abdul Malik
Violence had erupted in the area with reports of stone-pelting and arson. Several people were injured, and public proper...
Uttarakhand High Court Advocates Leniency in Juvenile Case Involving Consensual Adolescent Relationship
Court emphasizes the importance of considering the consensual nature of adolescent relationships to avoid unjust outcome...
Uttarakhand High Court Dismisses PIL Challenging War Memorial Construction
Court affirms that the land is not forest land following a joint survey report by the Forest and Revenue authorities...
Uttarakhand High Court Upholds Maintenance for Minor Children, Dismisses Father's Plea
Court affirms Family Court's order directing father to pay Rs. 6,500 per month to each child, rejects claims of unemploy...
Consensual relationships between minors require careful dealing: U'khand HC
The petitioner's counsel argued that detaining the boy in an observation home could have a detrimental impact on his fut...