In a significant ruling reinforcing long-standing principles of property law, the Delhi High Court has held that a buyer who enters into an earlier transaction retains superior legal rights over a subsequent purchaser of the same property. The court clarified that later transactions cannot override rights that were created earlier in time, even if formal sale deeds are absent.
Prayagraj, March 20, 2026 — In a significant ruling expanding the scope of compensation in accident cases, the Allahabad High Court has directed the Indian Railways to pay an additional ₹8 lakh for the loss of an unborn child who died along with a pregnant woman in a train accident.
The Allahabad High Court has upheld the 10-month preventive detention of three men under the National Security Act for alleged illegal cattle slaughter on the first day of Navratri in Jalaun district of Uttar Pradesh.
The Oudh Bar Association has written to Chief Justice of India Surya Kant expressing serious concern over what it described as “stigmatic and demoralising” remarks made by the Supreme Court against a judge of the Allahabad High Court.
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking the introduction of negative marking in the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) from 2026 onwards.
A Family Court judge in Delhi, Harish Kumar, has approached the Supreme Court challenging personal remarks made against him by the Delhi High Court while setting aside one of his divorce judgments. The matter arose from a case in the Patiala House Courts where Kumar, then a Family Court judge, granted divorce by treating cross-petitions for dissolution as deemed consent under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act (HMA), rather than adjudicating them on contested grounds.
The Allahabad High Court Bar Association (HCBA) has urged Bar Associations across India to oppose the proposal requiring High Courts to function on two Saturdays each month. In a letter dated January 27, 2026, the HCBA flagged concerns about the impact of additional court days on lawyers, judges, and staff, and questioned whether longer hours would meaningfully reduce case backlogs.
Google Accused of Patent Infringement: Delhi High Court Refers Gemini & Android Case to Mediation: The Delhi High Court on Friday referred a high-profile patent infringement case filed by Voicemonk Inc. against Google LLC and its group entities to mediation. The case alleges that Google’s AI assistant Gemini and its Android operating system are infringing two of Voicemonk’s Indian patents.
Kashmiri Separatist Asia Andrabi News: A Delhi court has convicted Kashmiri separatist leader Asiya Andrabi and two of her close associates for serious offences including conspiracy to commit terrorism, waging war against the Government of India, and membership of a banned organisation. The verdict marks a significant development in one of the most closely watched terror-related prosecutions linked to separatist activities in Jammu and Kashmir.
Saumya Singh Rathore WinZo Games Pvt Ltd. Bengaluru: A Bengaluru sessions court on December 26 granted bail to Saumya Singh Rathore, co-founder and director of WinZo Games Pvt Ltd, in a money-laundering case registered by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), while rejecting the bail plea of co-founder Paavan Nanda and allowing the agency to take him into custody for further interrogation.
Unnao Rape Case News Supreme Court: New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday stayed the operation of a recent Delhi High Court order that had granted bail and suspended the life sentence awarded to former Uttar Pradesh MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao rape case, citing serious legal concerns that warranted closer examination.
Trade Mark News Delhi High Court: New Delhi, December 1, 2025 — The Delhi High Court has granted interim relief to Allcargo Logistics Limited, restraining rival logistics firm VRS All Cargo Packers and Movers Pvt Ltd from using the mark “VRS ALLCARGO” and other deceptively similar variants. The court held that such use is likely to cause confusion among consumers and amounts to trademark infringement and passing off.
Allahabad High Court News: Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has held that the slogan “gustakh-e-nabi ki ek saza, sar tan se juda” (for insulting the Prophet, there is one punishment: beheading) amounts to a challenge to the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India, as it incites people to armed rebellion and undermines the authority of…
Madras High Court Judge GR Swaminathan Impeachment: New Delhi — A total of 107 Members of Parliament from the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and several opposition parties have submitted an impeachment motion in the Lok Sabha seeking the removal of Madras High Court judge Justice GR Swaminathan. The motion accuses the judge of bias, lack of impartiality, and decisions allegedly influenced by “a particular political ideology,” in violation of India’s secular constitutional framework.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has sought response from a judicial magistrate who allegedly granted bail to her relative in a case of criminal intimidation [Akash Walia v State of Haryana].
In a significant ruling that broadens the scope of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA), the Delhi High Court has held that any appreciation in share value arising from illegal activity amounts to “proceeds of crime” and can therefore be attached by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
New Delhi, October 29, 2025: In a significant ruling balancing national security concerns with fair trial principles, the Delhi High Court has allowed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to record the testimony of American businessman C. Edmonds Allen via video conferencing from the Indian Consulate in New York in a case registered under the Official Secrets Act (OSA) against arms dealer Abhishek Verma.
New Delhi, October 29, 2025: The Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) has raised strong objections to the Delhi High Court’s recent decision to implement working Saturdays once a month for each Bench, citing potential disruptions to lawyers’ schedules and a lack of consultation with the Bar.
The Delhi High Court recently held that alimony cannot be awarded to a spouse if he/she is financially self-sufficient and independent. A Division Bench of Justices Anil Kshetarpal and Harish Vaidyanathan Shankar said that it is a settled law that permanent alimony is intended as a measure of social justice and not as a tool for enrichment or equalising the financial status of two capable individuals.
Madras High Court Recognizes Cryptocurrency as Property: Chennai, October 24, 2025: The Madras High Court ruled on the legal status of cryptocurrency, affirming that it qualifies as property under Indian law. The Court’s decision stems from a petition filed by an investor whose cryptocurrency holdings were frozen after a cyberattack on the WazirX platform in 2024. Justice Anand Venkatesh, who heard the case, confirmed that while cryptocurrencies are intangible and not traditional legal tender, they possess characteristics akin to property.
In a significant judgment reinforcing judicial discipline and the limits of administrative powers within the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), the Gujarat High Court has held that the NCLT President cannot alter or extend the territorial jurisdiction of any NCLT Bench.
Justice Niral R Mehta, delivering the ruling on October 16, quashed the transfer of Essar Steel-related matters (now ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India Ltd.) from the Ahmedabad Bench to the Mumbai Bench, calling the transfer “legally unsustainable.”
The Jharkhand High Court has initiated a suo motu criminal contempt case against advocate Mahesh Tiwari following a viral video of an intense confrontation between the lawyer and Justice Rajesh Kumar during a live-streamed hearing on Thursday, October 16. The video, which captured the exchange, quickly spread on social media, sparking widespread attention and concern regarding courtroom decorum.
Bengaluru, October 30, 2025 — The Karnataka High Court today expressed its cautious approach in the ongoing dispute between the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the Congress-led state government over permission for the RSS to hold a route march in Kalburgi, signaling the importance of setting a precedent for similar issues in the future. Justice…
Telangana HC Quashes Cases Against Tweets Criticizing Congress, Issues Guidelines for Handling Social Media Posts in Political Context: Hyderabad, September 11, 2025 — In a landmark ruling, the Telangana High Court on Wednesday quashed three criminal cases filed against an individual over critical tweets targeting the Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy-led Congress government. The Court found the tweets, though sharp in tone, to be constitutionally protected political expression, reinforcing the fundamental right to free speech under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution.
Punjab and Haryana High Court – CBI Probe into Allegations of Bribery Involving Lawyer and Judicial Officers: Chandigarh: September 11, 2025 — In a significant development, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to probe serious allegations against an advocate, Ankush Dhanerwal, who is accused of taking over ₹5 lakh from a litigant under the pretext of bribing a judge and a government pleader. The Court’s order came after a statement recorded by Chandigarh Police raised suspicions of corrupt dealings involving the lawyer and a judicial officer.
Karishma Kapoor-Sanjay Kanpur Property Case News: The Delhi High Court has directed Priya Sachdeva Kapur, the third wife of the late Sunjay Kapur, to submit a comprehensive list of her husband’s movable and immovable assets following a legal dispute filed by the children of Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor. The children, who are seeking a share in their father’s estate, have accused their stepmother of forging Sunjay Kapur’s will to secure control over his assets.
Bombay High Court News – Six Judges Made Permanent Judge in Bombay High Court: In a significant judicial development, the Government of India has notified the appointment of six additional judges of the Bombay High Court as permanent judges. This decision follows a recommendation made by the Supreme Court Collegium on August 25, 2023.
Karisma Kapoor’s Children Move Delhi High Court Over Alleged Forged Will of Sunjay Kapur: New Delhi, September 9, 2025 — In a dramatic development surrounding the ₹30,000 crore estate of late businessman Sunjay Kapur, Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor’s two children have approached the Delhi High Court, seeking a share in their father’s substantial assets. The children have accused their stepmother, Priya Kapur (the third wife of Sunjay Kapur), of forging his will and attempting to gain complete control of his estate.
Medical Negligence Case Laws and Guidelines: In a significant development, the Kerala High Court has issued comprehensive draft guidelines aimed at ensuring that doctors accused in medical negligence cases are afforded a fair hearing and opportunity to defend themselves. The decision was prompted by earlier observations from the Court, which noted that the absence of clear guidelines was leading to doctors being denied a fair opportunity to challenge allegations made against them.
Allahabad High Court Denies Maintenance to Wife Earning ₹73,000 and Owning ₹80 Lakh Flat: Allahabad – The Allahabad High Court has set aside a family court’s order requiring a husband to pay ₹15,000 per month as maintenance to his wife, while upholding the direction to provide ₹25,000 per month for the maintenance of their minor child. This ruling highlights the evolving dynamics in maintenance disputes and the court’s approach to evaluating the financial capacity of both spouses.
Bombay High Court Rules: Remarks on Cooking, Clothing Not “Cruelty” Under IPC Section 498A: MUMBAI — The Bombay High Court’s Aurangabad Bench has made a significant observation regarding the interpretation of “cruelty” under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), ruling that minor domestic annoyances, such as a husband’s remarks on his wife’s cooking or choice of clothing, do not constitute grounds for a criminal case. The court, in a judgment that quashed a criminal complaint, emphasized that such allegations are often “exaggerations” made when a marital relationship is under strain.
Supreme Court Upholds Judicial Inquiry, Dismisses Justice Varma’s Challenge: NEW DELHI — In a landmark decision affecting judicial accountability, the Supreme Court of India on Thursday dismissed a petition filed by Allahabad High Court Justice Yashwant Varma. The petition challenged the findings of an in-house inquiry committee and the subsequent recommendation for his removal, which stemmed from the discovery of unaccounted cash at his official residence. The apex court, in a ruling delivered by a bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and AG Masih, held that both the constitution of the committee and the procedure it followed were not illegal, reinforcing the legal sanctity of the in-house mechanism for addressing judicial misconduct.
Punjab & Haryana Bar Council to Probe Bench Hunting Allegations at High Court: Chandigarh – The Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana has initiated a formal probe into serious allegations of “bench hunting” at the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The decision comes after a controversy surrounding a bribery case involving a judicial officer, where Chief Justice Sheel Nagu hinted at such practices.
Supreme Court “Shocked”, Strips Allahabad High Court Judge Justice Prashant Kumar of Criminal Roster: New Delhi – In an extraordinary move, the Supreme Court has come down heavily on an Allahabad High Court judge, ordering that he be immediately stripped of his criminal roster. The apex court was “shocked” by the judge’s reasoning in a judgment that suggested criminal prosecution could be an acceptable alternative for recovering money in a civil matter.
ANI vs Open AI Case in Delhi High Court: New Delhi – In a dramatic submission to the Delhi High Court, India’s leading media houses have warned that the rise of generative AI, specifically OpenAI’s ChatGPT, threatens the very existence of online news. The Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) on Tuesday argued that OpenAI’s use of online news reports to train its Large Language Model (LLM) constitutes a fundamental infringement of copyright, a practice that could ultimately leave only AI as a source of information.
Bombay High Court Kolhapur Bench: KOLHAPUR – The long-standing demand for a Bombay High Court bench in Kolhapur has been fulfilled, with a new circuit bench set to begin functioning in the city from August 18, 2025. The establishment of the bench, which will serve six districts in western Maharashtra and the Konkan region, was officially announced in a gazette notification dated August 1, 2025.
Andhra Pradesh High Court Upholds Assignment of Court Staff for Domestic Duties at Judges’ Residences: Amaravati, India – In a significant ruling, the Andhra Pradesh High Court on July 9 dismissed a petition challenging the long-standing practice of assigning office subordinates of District Courts to perform domestic duties at the residences of Judicial Officers. The Court firmly held that such assignments do not violate existing service norms, asserting that domestic duties form an integral part of the responsibilities of court staff.
Section 138 of Negotiable Act: Notice on Relative Not Sufficient for Cheque Dishonor Case, Says Kerala High Court: Kochi, India – In a significant ruling concerning the Negotiable Instruments Act, the Kerala High Court has clarified that merely serving a notice of cheque dishonor on a relative of the accused is not sufficient to initiate proceedings under Section 138, unless it can be demonstrably proven that the accused had direct knowledge of such notice. This decision provides crucial guidance on the stringent requirements for statutory notice in cheque dishonor cases.
Bombay High Court Launches Live Streaming of Proceedings on YouTube: Mumbai, India – July 5, 2025 – In a significant step towards greater transparency and accessibility in the Indian judiciary, the Bombay High Court today officially launched live streaming of its proceedings on YouTube. The landmark service was inaugurated by Chief Justice of India (CJI) B.R. Gavai at a felicitation ceremony held by the High Court.
Delhi High Court Upholds Disability Pension for Soldiers, Rejects Centre’s Plea: NEW DELHI, July 5, 2025 – In a significant ruling that reaffirms the rights of military personnel, the Delhi High Court has dismissed approximately 300 petitions filed by the Union government challenging the grant of disability pensions to soldiers. A Division Bench comprising Justice Navin Chawla and Justice Shalinder Kaur upheld the earlier verdicts passed by the Armed Forces Tribunal (AFT), unequivocally entitling service personnel to their disability pensions.
Delhi High Court Denies Toyota’s Patent Injunction Plea Against LMW as Patent Expires: NEW DELHI, India – In a significant development for India’s industrial landscape and intellectual property rights, the Delhi High Court has dismissed a plea by Japanese multinational Kabushiki Kaisha Toyota Jidoshokki (Toyota) seeking an interim injunction against Indian company LMW Limited. The…
Gujarat High Court Mandates Gowns for Virtual Appearances, Stresses Courtroom Decorum: Ahmedabad, India – June 30, 2025 – The Gujarat High Court has recently issued a firm reminder to legal practitioners, emphasizing that maintaining courtroom decorum and adhering to the prescribed dress code is mandatory even when appearing for hearings via video conferencing. This directive…
Andhra Pradesh High Court Calls for Law Penalizing Officials Who ‘Turn Blind Eye’ to Water Body Encroachment: Amaravati, India – June 30, 2025 – In a stern directive aimed at curbing rampant illegal encroachments on waterways, the Andhra Pradesh High Court has called for the enactment of stringent laws that would not only penalize public…
India Rejects Arbitration Court’s Ruling on Indus Waters Treaty Projects: New Delhi – India has issued a strong rejection of a recent decision by what it calls a “so-called Court of Arbitration” concerning the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects. These projects are located in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. In a detailed statement,…
Kerala High Court Initiates Suo Motu PIL to Probe Alleged Political Influence in IHRD Director’s Appointment: Kochi, India – The Kerala High Court on Friday (June 27) directed its Registry to register a suo motu Public Interest Litigation (PIL) to investigate whether Dr. V. A. Arun Kumar, the current Director of the Institute of Human…
Will Can Be Proved Even When Attesting Witness Is Dead: Kerala High Court: Kochi, India – The Kerala High Court has issued a crucial clarification regarding the procedure for proving the execution of documents that legally require attestation, specifically focusing on Wills. The Court highlighted that while Section 68 of the Evidence Act outlines the…
Calcutta High Court: Controlling Authority Cannot Deny Interest on Delayed Gratuity: Kolkata, India – In a significant ruling for employees awaiting their gratuity payments, the Calcutta High Court has clarified that the controlling authority under the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972, has no discretion to deny interest on delayed gratuity. Justice Shampa Dutt (Paul) directed…
Telangana HC Cancels Free Land Allotment for International Arbitration & Mediation Centre, Hyderabad: Hyderabad – In a significant judgment, the Telangana High Court has struck down the state government’s decision to allot 3.70 acres of prime land in Raidurg village, Hyderabad, for the construction of the International Arbitration & Mediation Centre (IAMC). A Division Bench…
Poonch Court Orders FIR Against Zee News, News18 for Defamatory Operation Sindoor Coverage: Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir – In a significant ruling underscoring media accountability, a court in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, has directed the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against prominent news channels Zee News and News18 India. The channels are accused…
Delhi High Court Seeks SSC Reply on Pleas Challenging “Flawed” CGLE 2024 Results: New Delhi – The Delhi High Court has called upon the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) to respond to a petition challenging the final results of the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGLE), 2024. The challenge, brought by 92 candidates whose names did not…
Karnataka High Court Directs FIR for Medical Negligence Against Fortis, GM Hospital: Bengaluru – In a significant ruling emphasizing the sanctity of patient care and the right to dignity, the Karnataka High Court has directed the immediate registration of a First Information Report (FIR) for medical negligence against doctors from GM Hospital and Fortis Hospital.…
Kirloskar Group Challenges SEBI Disclosure Norms in Bombay High Court: Mumbai – Five Kirloskar group companies have initiated a significant legal challenge in the Bombay High Court against recent amendments to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The petitioners contend that the 2023 amendments, which mandate…
Madras High Court: NGOs Not to Be Viewed with Suspicion Solely for Receiving Foreign Aid: Chennai, India – In a significant ruling for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) operating with international funding, the Madras High Court has asserted that such entities should not be regarded with suspicion simply because they receive foreign contributions, unless there is concrete…
Allahabad High Court Bans Rs 500 Photo ID Fee by Bar Associations: Prayagraj – The Allahabad High Court has issued a strong interim order. It has stopped the High Court Bar Association (Allahabad) and the Oudh Bar Association (Lucknow) from charging ₹500 for photo identification. This fee was being collected from lawyers and individuals filing…
Madras High Court Stays Rotary International Director’s Assumption of Office: Chennai – In a significant development, the Madras High Court has issued an interim order restraining M. Muruganandam from taking charge as the Rotary International Director for Zone 5 (covering Rotary clubs in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Sri Lanka) for the upcoming 2025–2027 term. The injunction,…
Allahabad High Court Denies Bail to 62-Year-Old Accused of Posting “Pakistan Zindabad” on Facebook Post: Allahabad – The Allahabad High Court has recently denied bail to a 62-year-old man accused of sharing a Facebook post containing the slogan “Pakistan Zindabad,” holding that his “anti-national conduct” disentitles him from seeking the protection of his fundamental right…
Allahabad High Court Slams UP Police, Civil Officials for Flouting Judicial Orders: Prayagraj – In a scathing rebuke, the Allahabad High Court on Friday heavily criticized officials of the Uttar Pradesh police and civil administration. The condemnation came after a house in Baghpat district was illegally demolished, despite an explicit stay order issued by the…
Basavaraj Bommai Hate Speech Case in Karnataka High Court: Bengaluru – The Karnataka High Court on Friday dismissed two criminal cases filed against former Chief Minister and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Basavaraj Bommai. The cases involved allegations of hate speech. Justice S.R. Krishna Kumar, presiding over a single-judge bench, ruled that continuing these…
Kerala High Court Judge Calls for New Law to Regulate Social Media: Kochi, India – In a significant farewell speech, Kerala High Court Judge Justice P.B. Suresh Kumar, who is set to retire on Monday, has called for a new law to regulate social media in India. His impassioned plea on Friday highlighted concerns that…
Arbitration Clause No Automatic Bar to Civil Suits Unless Timely Section 8 Plea Filed: Delhi High Court: New Delhi – The mere presence of an arbitration clause in a contract does not automatically strip a civil court of its jurisdiction over a dispute, the Delhi High Court has recently affirmed. The Court clarified that a…
Madras High Court Issues Contempt Notices to IAS Officers Over Temple Land Encroachment: Chennai, India – The Madras High Court has taken a stern view on the alleged encroachment of temple land, issuing contempt notices to five Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers and other officials for non-compliance with a previous court order. The bench, comprising…
Chhattisgarh High Court Launches E-Summons and Hospital VC Facilities: Raipur, Chhattisgarh – June 30, 2025 – In a significant leap towards modernizing the judicial system in Chhattisgarh, the High Court has ceremonially inaugurated Digitization Centres in the District & Sessions Courts of Raigarh, Janjgir-Champa, Korba, and Bemetara. The virtual event, held on June 25, 2025,…
The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday stayed trial court proceedings in a misleading advertisement case filed against Divya Pharmacy (affiliated to Patanjali Ayurved) and its co-founder-promoter Acharya Balakrishna [M/S Divya Pharmacy and anr v. State of Karnataka and anr]. Justice SR Krishna Kumar passed the interim stay order on a petition by Divya Pharmacy and…
The Lilavati Kirtilal Mehta Medical Trust, which operates the famous Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai, has filed a petition before the Bombay High Court seeking transfer of investigation against HDFC Bank MD and CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) [Lilavati Kirtilal Mehta Medical Trust Through Prashant Mehta vs Union of India and…
The Calcutta High Court recently held that Kolkata’s Eden Gardens cricket stadium is not a public space under the law [The Calcutta Municipal Corporation & Ors v The Cricket Association of West Bengal & Ors]. A Division Bench of Justices Arijit Banerjee and Kaushik Chanda observed that neither the Kolkata Municipal Corporation Act, 1980 nor…
The Bombay High Court on Monday ruled an election cannot be declared void under the Representation of the People Act of 1951 (RP Act) solely because the candidate added a column in the election affidavit to disclose his second marriage [Sudhir Brijendra Jain v Rajendra Dhedya Gavit] The Court was dealing with a petition challenging…
Trans Women Can File Cruelty Complaint Under Section 498A IPC: Andhra High Court: Amaravati, India – June 30, 2025 – In a landmark decision that significantly broadens the scope of legal protection for transgender individuals in marital relationships, the Andhra Pradesh High Court has ruled that a trans woman can file a complaint of cruelty…
The Delhi High Court has granted an ex parte dynamic+ injunction in favour of British sports content streaming platform DAZN, to prevent rogue websites from streaming the ongoing FIFA Club World Cup 2025, over which DAZN holds exclusive streaming rights [Dazn Limited & Anr vs Buffsports.me & Ors]. DAZN submitted that it had acquired the…
Lenskart admits its use of Titan trademark was a mistake in Delhi High Court: Multinational eyewear company Lenskart informed the Delhi High Court recently that its use of the Titan and Fastrack trademarks and metatags was an inadvertent mistake [Titan Company Limited vs Lenskart Solutions Private Limited & Anr]. Advocate Nishchal Anand, appearing for Lenskart,…
Dr. Ambedkar’s portrait to be installed in all Courts in Karnataka: The Karnataka High Court has notified that a portrait of Dr. BR Ambedkar, the architect of the Constitution of India, would be put up in all court halls of High Court Benches in Bengaluru, Dharwad and Kalburgi as well as all court halls in…
Calcutta High Court stays stipend payment to tainted non-teaching staff: The Calcutta High Court on Friday stayed the State government’s scheme offering a stipend to the 2016 batch non-teaching staff who had lost their jobs after the Supreme Court held their selections to be tainted [Prokash Mandal & Anr v The State of West Bengal…
The Allahabad High Court recently restrained Asok Pandey, who was sentenced to six months imprisonment for contempt of court in April, from practicing at Allahabad and Lucknow Benches of the High Court for three years [State of UP v Asok Pande] The Division Bench of Justice Vivek Chaudhary and Justice Brij Raj Singh also restrained…
No Jurisdiction to Set Aside Arbitral Award if Section 34 Application is Time-Barred: Gujarat High Court: Ahmedabad, India – June 30, 2025 – In a significant ruling clarifying the jurisdictional limits of courts in arbitration matters, the Gujarat High Court has unequivocally held that once an application to set aside an arbitral award under Section…
Unregistered Homestays and PG Hostels Illegal, says Gujarat High Court: Ahmedabad, India – June 30, 2025 – In a significant ruling aimed at regulating commercial accommodations, the Gujarat High Court has declared that operating premises as a Home Stay or Paying Guest (P.G.) hostel without proper registration and mandatory permissions from the authorities is illegal…
Korba Rape-Murder Case: Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh – June 30, 2025 – In a highly anticipated judgment, the Chhattisgarh High Court last week commuted the death sentences of five men convicted in the horrific 2021 Korba gangrape and murder case. While upholding their conviction for the brutal gangrape and murder of a 16-year-old girl and the slaying…
Chhattisgarh High Court Bars Litigants, Parties From Carrying Mobile Phones in Courtrooms: Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh – June 30, 2025 – In a move aimed at preserving the sanctity and decorum of judicial proceedings, the Chhattisgarh High Court has issued a strict notification barring litigants and parties from carrying mobile phones or any other electronic devices inside…
Christianity Has No Caste, Dalit Converts Cannot Invoke SC/ST Act: Andhra High Court: Amaravati, India – June 30, 2025 – In a significant legal pronouncement with far-reaching implications for religious conversions and caste-based reservations, the Andhra Pradesh High Court has ruled that Christianity, as a religion, does not recognize the concept of caste. Consequently, individuals…
