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India - Madras

The official Assignee, High Court, Madras vs S.Arjunlal Sunderdas

Interim prohibition on movie release to secure decretal amount satisfaction.

02 Dec 25

India - Madras

Rama.Ravikumar vs The District Collector, Madurai

The temple management has a statutory duty to light the Karthigai Deepam at Deepathoon, confirming their rights over the site and the protection of religious customs as defined in prior judgments.

01 Dec 25

India - Madras

D.Sathish vs State represented by Inspector of Police, Integrated Crime Unit-I, Crime Branch – Criminal Investigation Department, Egmore

27 Nov 25

India - Madras

N. RATHNAVEL vs The Inspector of Police, District Crime Branch, Thoothukudi District.

Alterations to trust documents do not constitute criminal offences under IPC; primarily civil matters must be addressed through civil courts.

26 Nov 25

India - Karnataka

CLASSIC LEGENDS PRIVATE LIMITED vs THE OFFICIAL LIQUIDATOR OF M/S. IDEAL JAWA (INDIA) LIMITED

Trade marks that have not been used for over 15 years and not renewed are considered abandoned, leading to forfeiture of rights. The company in liquidation cannot claim ownership over such trademarks....

27 Nov 25

India - Karnataka

CLASSIC LEGENDS PRIVATE LIMITED vs TIDE WATER OIL CO. (INDIA) LTD.

Trade marks that are unutilized for over 15 years are considered abandoned, and their ownership cannot be claimed without renewal, thus affirmed the jurisdiction of Company Court to declare registrat....

27 Nov 25

India - Karnataka

SRI H.P.RAMESH S/O LATE PANCHAKSHARAIAH vs STATE OF KARNATAKA REPRESENTED BY ITS PRINCIPLE SECRETARY, REVENUE DEPARTMENT

The court held that delay does not negate the right to compensation for property unlawfully appropriated by the State, emphasizing the need for due process and just compensation under established law....

25 Nov 25

India - Karnataka

Sri. Revanna H.D. vs State of Karnataka

An FIR cannot be sustained if filed past statutory limitations, but the High Court may quash charges based on merits, even post-charge sheet.

19 Nov 25

India - Kerala

GTL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD. vs THE DISTRICT COLLECTOR, COLLECTORATE

Writ petitions can be dismissed as infructuous if the relief sought is no longer applicable.

04 Dec 25

India - Kerala

S. Jayasree vs State of Kerala

Public officials must protect institutional assets; failure constitutes serious misconduct under the IPC and Prevention of Corruption Act.

04 Dec 25

India - Kerala

M/S.PARAMOUNT APARTMENTS vs MRS.MARYKUTTY BABY

A party can recover advance payments under a contract if the agreement is breached, even when claims for possession are barred by limitations due to abandonment.

04 Dec 25

India - Kerala

AJU JOSEPH vs STATE OF KERALA

Proper communication of grounds of arrest must adhere to constitutional requirements, failing which detention is rendered illegal.

04 Dec 25

India - Rajasthan

Kirti Chowdhary vs The State Of Rajasthan Through The Director, Ground Water Department, Government Of Rajasthan

The Court affirmed that a reserved category candidate, eligible under merit criteria, deserves migration to the General category if they score higher than the General category cut-off.

03 Dec 25

India - Rajasthan

Sunil Samdaria vs State Of Rajasthan

The State Litigation Policy, lacking statutory character, does not establish enforceable rights, and a writ of quo warranto is not applicable unless statutory provisions are violated.

02 Dec 25

India - Rajasthan

M/s Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd. vs The State of Rajasthan

Cognizance of an offence requires specific allegations and judicial application of mind, failing which the order is quashed.

28 Nov 25

India - Rajasthan

M/s Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd. vs The State of Rajasthan

Cognizance order must reflect a reasoned application of judicial mind; failure to do so renders it unsustainable.

28 Nov 25

India - Punjab and Haryana

Ashwini Kumar vs Central Board of Direct Taxes and another

Court held that the CBDT must extend the due date for tax filings to ensure compliance with statutory provisions, addressing the hardships faced by practitioners.

29 Nov 25

India - Punjab and Haryana

Ameen vs State of Haryana

The court emphasizes that the merits of allegations will be assessed at trial, while supporting bail due to lack of prior convictions and completion of investigation.

26 Nov 25

India - Punjab and Haryana

DR MANOJ vs STATE OF HARYANA AND OTHERS

Disciplinary actions against medical professionals must be reasonable and respectful; withholding an NOC based on arbitrary grounds is unjust.

21 Nov 25

India - Punjab and Haryana

Vinod vs State of Haryana

Disciplinary authorities in a police force have broad discretion regarding punishment for habitual absenteeism, which must be upheld unless proven disproportionately severe.

21 Nov 25

India - Delhi

SMT. SUSHMA vs SH. RATTAN DEEP & ANR.

Customary divorce under the Hindu Marriage Act must be substantiated with substantial evidence; mere claims are insufficient to annul marriages.

28 Nov 25

India - Delhi

ANU DUGGAL vs STATE & ORS

The court emphasizes the necessity for impartial and thorough investigations in suspicious death cases, ruling that significant deficiencies in the initial police investigation warrant the transfer t....

27 Nov 25

India - Delhi

RAVINDER PAL SINGH CHAUHAN vs DELHI RACE CLUB (1940) LTD AND ORS

Regulatory classifications in horse racing to prevent monopolization are justified and do not violate equality principles.

26 Nov 25

India - Allahabad

Ashok Pandey vs Sri Rahul Gandhi

A stay on a conviction under Section 8(3) of the Representation of the People Act allows the convicted individual to continue holding office and contest elections until the appeal is resolved.

04 Dec 25

India - Allahabad

Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants vs Rishi Dev Mishra

Research institutions like the Central Institute of Medicinal & Aromatic Plants do not qualify as 'industries' under the Industrial Disputes Act, as they lack a commercial objective.

03 Dec 25

India - Allahabad

Vishwa Bandhu vs State of U.P.

A second FIR cannot be filed for the same offences due to the principles set forth in Section 162, CrPC, and the distinction between civil and criminal disputes is paramount in determining maintainab....

03 Dec 25

India - Allahabad

Mewati Devi vs State of U.P.

Acquittal upheld as prosecution failed to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt; witness testimonies deemed unreliable and contradictory.

03 Dec 25

India - Patna

Jai Krishna Yadav vs The State of Bihar Through Chief Secretary Govt. of Bihar, Patna

The prosecution must definitively establish foundational facts in POCSO cases to uphold a conviction; mere testimony of a child without corroboration is insufficient.

25 Nov 25

India - Patna

Anwar Rashid vs The Union Bank of India through National Investigation Agency Bihar

Evidence established strong connections between the appellant and terrorist organizations, justifying bail denial under national security considerations.

20 Nov 25

India - Patna

The State of Bihar vs Satya Narayan Ram son of Late Deepa Ram

The principle of equal pay for equal work mandates that employees performing identical functions, regardless of department, are entitled to the same remuneration.

19 Nov 25

India - Patna

The State of Bihar vs Satya Narayan Ram son of Late Deepa Ram

Equal pay for equal work principle applies in extending benefits to employees performing similar duties, allowing retrospective application of salary policies.

19 Nov 25

India - Bombay

Sana Hospitality Services Pvt. Ltd. vs Madan Kishan Gurow

The jurisdiction of civil courts is not barred in disputes involving title between allottees, as RERA authorities lack the authority to resolve such issues.

25 Dec 25

India - Bombay

Tukaram 5/o Balasaheb Raskar vs State of Maharashtra

The High Court reaffirmed that allegations of stalking and harassment via social media create prima facie cases to proceed, supporting the legitimate prosecution under IPC Sections 354 and 354-D.

02 Dec 25

India - Bombay

Pr Commissioner of Income Tax Central 4 vs Citron Infraprojects Limited

The validity of tax assessments is contingent upon genuine prior approvals under Section 153D, and approvals granted without application of mind are deemed invalid.

26 Nov 25

India - Bombay

Aristo Pharmaceutical Private Limited vs Healing Pharma India Private Limited

The court ruled that trademark rights cannot be claimed over generic names that are public domain, emphasizing the distinction between Plaintiff’s and Defendant’s marks.

25 Nov 25

India - Gauhati

Monmil Boro Son of Late Ramcharan Boro vs State of Assam

The court upheld the eviction of unauthorized occupants from government land reserved for a public hospital but mandated a reassessment of rehabilitation claims for eligible indigenous and landless i....

27 Nov 25

India - Gauhati

ALL ASSAM TRANSGENDER ASSOCIATION vs THE STATE OF ASSAM

Recognition of transgender rights necessitates inclusive recruitment practices distinct from binary gender norms.

27 Nov 25

India - Gauhati

Ashok Kr. Sen S/O. Lt. Adhik Ch. Sen vs State of Assam

The right to health is a fundamental right under Article 21, allowing compensation claims for human rights violations even in the absence of negligence.

27 Nov 25

India - Gauhati

Robin Padung vs The State of Arunachal Pradesh

Regularization rights of employees are subject to adherence to recruitment rules; direct recruitment processes must be respected.

26 Nov 25

India - Orissa

Prabir Kumar Muduli vs Food Corporation of India

The date of birth recorded in the HSC pass certificate should be taken as conclusive for all purposes, overriding earlier recorded dates in service records, particularly when the employee has consist....

28 Nov 25

India - Orissa

Jatia Hembram vs State of Odisha

The right to appeal is a fundamental constitutional right, necessitating prompt and effective legal aid for convicts with limited resources.

26 Nov 25

India - Orissa

Sabita Nishank vs State of Odisha

State authorities are vicariously liable for negligence leading to custodial death, with victims entitled to compensation under Article 21 of the Constitution.

25 Nov 25

India - Orissa

Khetrabasi Behera & Ors. vs State of Odisha & Ors.

Long-term unauthorized occupation does not confer legal rights to stay; procedural fairness is critical in eviction processes, which must align with established rehabilitation frameworks.

14 Nov 25

India - Telangana

State of Andhra Pradesh vs Ampower Equipment, Hyderabad

Specific tax schedule entries take precedence over general entries or government orders for tax applicability, particularly when clear demonstrative evidence is presented.

03 Dec 25

India - Telangana

M. Rajeswar S/o. M. Narsaiah vs Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL)

The absence of birth proof at the time of appointment justifies reliance on the age determined by the employer's medical officer, with no entitlement to change it near retirement.

03 Dec 25

India - Telangana

Chikka Raghunandan, s/o Chikka Rama Rao vs Union of India

The mere pendency of criminal proceedings cannot bar passport renewal, emphasizing the right to travel under Article 21 and the necessity for authorities to comply with due process.

03 Dec 25

India - Telangana

Telangana State Election Commission, Rep. by the Commissioner vs Chinthamalla Kalpana, D/o.Gopal Dharavah

Court ruled that the interim order allowing inclusion of a voter's name in electoral rolls upholds electoral integrity, even pending final resolution of eligibility challenges.

02 Dec 25

India - Andhra Pradesh

Yelduti Srinivas vs The State of Andhra Pradesh

The determination of superannuation age is a policy decision of the government, requiring its approval for amendments, and courts cannot intervene without legal authority.

18 Nov 25

India - Andhra Pradesh

NAGIREDDI SATISH KUMAR @ JAMES, SRI. NAGIREDDI SATISH KUMAR @ JAMES, S/O. RAMULU vs STATE OF ANDHRA PRADESH

The opening of a rowdy sheet requires due care to ensure it is justified and does not violate fundamental rights.

17 Nov 25

India - Andhra Pradesh

V CHENCHAIAH NAIDU vs THE STATE OF AP

A patta issued to an ex-serviceman cannot be invalidated merely due to ongoing service, and the classification of land plays a pivotal role in determining its assignability.

14 Nov 25

India - Andhra Pradesh

NAZMUNNISA vs ABDUL KHADEER SHAIK

The court established that mental cruelty, including neglect and harassment, is sufficient grounds for dissolving a marriage under Muslim law.

12 Nov 25

India - Madhya Pradesh

RAJIV SONI vs ICICI BANK

The right to travel abroad is a fundamental right, and any restriction without legislative backing violates Articles 19 and 21 of the Constitution.

02 Dec 25

India - Madhya Pradesh

VICTIM X vs THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH

Compensation under the SC/ST Act is contingent upon active victim participation and successful prosecution; turning hostile negates victim status.

01 Dec 25

India - Madhya Pradesh

M/S JEEWAN MOTORS PRIVATE LIMITED THROUGH ITS DIRECTOR vs STATE OF M.P. AND OTHERS

The court affirmed that legislative enactments must demonstrate clear grounds of unconstitutionality; mere assertions of arbitrariness without evidence fail to meet the burden needed to invalidate su....

01 Dec 25

India - Madhya Pradesh

THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH vs SHASHIKANT JOGI

Trial courts must apply the correct legal provisions when sentencing to ensure higher penalties are applied.

28 Nov 25

India - Himachal Pradesh

Rahul Verma vs State of Himachal Pradesh

Pre-arrest bail is an extraordinary remedy and should be denied in serious offenses when sufficient evidence warrants custodial interrogation.

25 Nov 25

India - Himachal Pradesh

Shiranjana Buddha vs State of Himachal Pradesh

Court emphasized the necessity of credible evidence for denying bail, asserting the right to liberty amid procedural discrepancies.

24 Nov 25

India - Himachal Pradesh

Pritam Marshal vs State of Himachal Pradesh and others

The deduction of medical reimbursement based on funds received from a relief fund is arbitrary and unjustifiable.

17 Nov 25

India - Himachal Pradesh

Madhu Joshi and another vs Rajesh Kumar alias Sonu and others

Compensation for motor vehicle accident adjusted for income calculation and contributory negligence principles.

14 Nov 25

India - Chhattisgarh

AMARDEEP CHOUBEY vs STATE OF CHHATTISGARH

The court emphasized accountability and preventive measures in cases of child corporal punishment in educational institutions.

26 Nov 25

India - Chhattisgarh

Raj Kumar Sonwani vs Kumari Purnima

A father's legal obligation includes maintaining his unmarried daughter and covering her marriage expenses, which cannot be denied despite her age.

21 Nov 25

India - Chhattisgarh

Rajesh Jain vs Raj Kishor Gupta

Suspension of sentence is warranted when the appellant shows compliance with previous orders and detention extends beyond reasonable limits.

03 Nov 25

India - Chhattisgarh

Anand Chaudhary @ Guddu vs State of Chhattisgarh

The competent authority must provide a reasoned decision regarding remission requests, following judicial standards established by precedents.

30 Oct 25

India - Calcutta

RAKESH KUMAR JINDAL AND ANR vs ANOOP KUMAR JINDAL AND ORS

Court dismissed a post-award petition for reimbursement under Section 9, affirming such claims must be resolved within the ongoing Section 34 proceedings, emphasizing limited jurisdiction.

26 Nov 25

India - Calcutta

MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING COMPANY S. A. vs NTC INDUSTRIES LIMITED

Service at registered office meets requirements; no need for delivery to designated individuals.

25 Nov 25

India - Calcutta

RANJIT SAHA vs THE STATE OF WEST BENGAL & ANR.

Insufficient evidence led to reversing conviction for cruelty under Section 498-A, emphasizing the need for clear allegations and proof beyond a reasonable doubt.

24 Nov 25

India - Calcutta

Flint Group India Private Limited vs Sujay Lodha

An arbitration application is unmaintainable without a valid written agreement between the parties, as mandated by Section 8 of the Arbitration Act.

20 Nov 25

India - Jharkhand

Md Mumtaz Ansari vs State of Jharkhand

The court mandates detailed reporting of custodial deaths in police custody and transit by the concerned authorities.

27 Nov 25

India - Jharkhand

Akash Kumar Roy @ Akash Roy @ Monu vs National Investigating Agency

The court emphasizes the need for compliance with jail standards and accountability in food provision to inmates.

26 Nov 25

India - Jharkhand

Shree Kumar Lakhotia vs The State of Jharkhand

Concurrent jurisdiction mandates proper forum selection in revision petitions; generally requiring lower court approaches first.

24 Nov 25

India - Jharkhand

Kamla Devi and Others vs Ranjeet Bhagat and Others

Substitution of heirs allowed; abatement rejected due to proven delay without justification in responding to heirs' demises during ongoing litigation.

10 Nov 25

India - Gujarat

NEW INDIA INSURANCE COMPANY LTD V/s MINOR SHILPABEN RAJUBHAI PARMAR

Insurance companies cannot evade liability for third-party claims solely due to a driver’s lack of valid license; they must prove the owner's negligence to avoid statutory obligations.

26 Nov 25

India - Gujarat

RENE JOSHILDA GOLDWIN JOSEPH vs STATE OF GUJARAT

Court's discretion on regular bail granted considering the nature of the allegations and applicant's custody history.

26 Nov 25

India - Gujarat

STATE OF GUJARAT V/s BHAGVAN MURLI BHARAD

In cases of circumstantial evidence, the prosecution must establish an unbroken chain of events linking the accused to the crime; 'last seen together' evidence is insufficient for conviction without ....

26 Nov 25

India - Gujarat

MOHASIN SABBIR AHMED SURATI vs UNION OF INDIA

The court determines the validity of objections to a passport application amidst pending criminal proceedings, balancing rights against public safety concerns.

25 Nov 25

India - Jammu and Kashmir

Arvind Verma vs State of J&K

Circumstantial evidence must form an unbroken chain establishing guilt; when an accused is last seen with the deceased, they bear the burden to explain circumstances surrounding the death.

28 Nov 25

India - Jammu and Kashmir

Arvind Verma vs State of J&K

The case established that circumstantial evidence, including last seen theory and motive, can convict defendants in a murder trial when linked coherently, substantiating the prosecution's claims beyo....

28 Nov 25

India - Jammu and Kashmir

M/s New Gee Enn & Sons vs Union of India

Cross-LoC trade is classified as intra-state under GST laws, making it subject to taxation despite challenges regarding jurisdiction and limitation; alternative legal remedies do not preclude writ ju....

27 Nov 25

India - Jammu and Kashmir

ZAHOOR AHMAD PAHALWAN vs UT OF J&K

The right to hold a passport is a fundamental constitutional right and cannot be denied without legal grounds.

26 Nov 25

India - Uttarakhand

Madan Mohan Joshi vs State of Uttarakhand and others

The court emphasized that arrests can be made when a FIR names an individual, and anticipatory bail is inappropriate when a person does not comply with judicial orders.

20 Nov 25

India - Uttarakhand

The New India Assurance Co. Ltd. vs Smt. Sangeeta Sah and others

Insurance companies remain liable for compensation to third parties despite the driver's invalid license unless there is a fundamental breach of terms.

07 Nov 25

India - Uttarakhand

PRADEEP KUMAR GARG vs STATE OF UTTARAKHAND

The applicant may withdraw an application without prejudice to existing rights, subject to court's approval and procedural adherence.

25 Aug 25

India - Uttarakhand

Juber vs State of Uttarakhand

An accused's detention is not punitive but ensures court attendance; bail granted on the merits of the case.

25 Aug 25

India - Consumer

Vasantrao Govindrao Bhamburkar VS Sau. Ranjana Vikram Khonde

(1) Practising Advocate cannot be held liable for deficiency in service while rendering services as an Advocate under Consumer Protection Act, 1986.
(2) Binding Precedent—Law declared by Supreme C....

31 Jul 25

India - Consumer

Royal Sundaram General Insurance Company Ltd. VS S. Karthikeyan (Since deceased through LR)

Insurance—Where material suppression is evident and remains uncontroverted, Insurer is justified in repudiating claim—What is relevant is existence of disease and its materiality and not whether ther....

31 Jul 25

India - Consumer

New India Assurance Company Ltd. VS Manjeet Singh

Damage to vehicle in accident—Onus to prove that driver was in drunken condition always remain upon Insurance Company and Insurance Company without proving its onus, cannot be permitted to deny claim....

31 Jul 25

India - Consumer

Neha Chaurasia VS My Car (Pvt. ) Ltd.

There can be no liability without payment of consideration.

31 Jul 25

India - Crimes

High Court of Judicature at Bombay on its own motion VS Nilesh C. Ojha

Contempt of Court by Advocate – Every litigant has right to present his case by all fair and honourable means but he must exercise restraint in using intemperate language in pleadings and/or during a....

17 Sep 25

India - Crimes

Sahad M VS National Investigation Agency, Rep. by Public Prosecutor

Bail – When speedy trial is denied to accused who has suffered prolonged incarceration, rigorous restriction on grant of bail with penal statutes would not be a bar for Constitutional Court to grant ....

11 Sep 25

India - Crimes

M. Selvaraj VS State Rep. by the Dept. Superintendent of Police

Criminal prosecution of a public servant must be preceded by valid sanction for prosecution.

10 Sep 25

India - Crimes

Susmita Dey VS State of West Bengal

09 Sep 25

India - Tripura

Arati Majumder vs The State of Tripura

The Court held that previous services rendered cannot be negated by a subsequent age limit notification on honorarium eligibility.

04 Nov 25

India - Tripura

Sri Ratan Datta vs The State of Tripura

Cancellation of land mutation during ongoing civil disputes violates jurisdiction and undermines judicial proceedings.

03 Nov 25

India - Tripura

Sri Ratan Kumar Biswas vs The State of Tripura

The court ruled that an ad-hoc employee is entitled to statutory benefits, including gratuity and leave encashment, after a lengthy period of service.

03 Nov 25

India - Tripura

Sri Tapan Debnath vs The State of Tripura

The court clarified that mere allegations without substantial evidence are insufficient to establish guilt for abetment of suicide under BNS, 2023.

03 Nov 25

India - Current Civil Cases

Madeti Ramadevi VS Vandanapu Basavamma

(1) Mutation of Revenue records does not take or extinguish any title and those entries are relevant only for the purpose of collection of land revenue.
(2) Any deed of relinquishment would requir....

10 Sep 25

India - Current Civil Cases

Rosamma VS Raju Arakkal

Agreement to Sell – Suit for Specific Performance – Where performance of intending buyer is conditional upon certain acts to be performed by seller, buyer needs perform his part only after those acts....

10 Sep 25

India - Current Civil Cases

Soumya Rekha VS B. Srikanth

Divorce – Ground of cruelty itself is sufficient to grant divorce.

09 Sep 25

India - Current Civil Cases

Dilipbhai Laxmanbhai Kanani VS Kshitijbhai Manubhai Patel

(1) Appeal from order – Appellate Court can interfere with discretionary order passed by Trial Court only in exceptional circumstances.
(2) Injunction – When plaintiffs have, prima facie, failed t....

03 Sep 25

India - Dishonour Of Cheque

Bank of Baroda through the Chief Manager VS Union of India through Debt Recovery Tribunal

Recovery of Debts Due to Banks and Financial Institutions Act, 1993 and Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Securities Interest Act, 2002, are independent in oper....

25 Oct 19

India - Dishonour Of Cheque

Shaikh Numan VS Jagdish Dagoria

Dishonour of cheque – Law itself permits accused person to prove that there is no passing of a consideration from complainant to himself and cheque was not issued towards discharge of that considerat....

22 Oct 19

India - Dishonour Of Cheque

Nazim Karim Mumbrawala VS Keshava Prasad H. A.

Dishonour of cheque – Onus lies upon accused to rebut presumption and to establish that cheques in question were not given in respect of any debt or liability, with standard of proof being prepondera....

03 Oct 19

India - Dishonour Of Cheque

H. P. Singh VS State of Uttarakhand

Inherent power should not be exercised to stifle a legitimate prosecution.

01 Oct 19

India - Manipur

Khulem Nishant Singh vs Union of India

Merit-based allocation of seats must be adhered to when determining eligibility in academic admissions.

25 Aug 25

India - Manipur

Dr.Yumkham Sanatombi Devi vs State of Manipur & Anr

The court retains discretion to modify interim orders to facilitate recruitment while protecting the status of contested positions.

22 Aug 25

India - Manipur

Okram Nutankumar Singh vs State of Manipur

The court reinforced that the Protection of Human Rights Act mandates timely appointments for leadership roles within the Human Rights Commission to ensure effective governance.

14 Aug 25