Karnataka HC Quashes ED Summons to CM’s Wife, Minister in MUDA Land Case
Karnataka High Court quashes ED summons to CM Siddaramaiah's wife and Minister Suresh in MUDA case, accepting argument that PMLA can't apply after allegedly illegal sites were surrendered.
Justice Atul Sreedharan Set to Return to Madhya Pradesh High Court
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended Justice Atul Sreedharan's return to the Madhya Pradesh High Court. He previously sought a transfer to avoid a conflict of interest.
Delhi High Court: Forced Waiver of Show Cause Notice Before Confiscation is Unlawful
The Delhi High Court ruled that forcing travelers to waive show cause notices before confiscation under Section 124 of the Customs Act is unlawful. It ordered the release of a seized Rolex watch worth ₹30.29 lakh. The Delhi High Court has ruled that
State Cannot Cherry-Pick Premature Release Cases: Punjab & Haryana High Court
The Punjab & Haryana High Court has determined that the state cannot selectively grant premature release concessions to a limited number of convicts, as this practice is “highly unfair.” Liberty is the most valuable asset for a prisoner receiving a life sentence, according
Delhi High Court: Other Issues in Show Cause Notice Can Be Adjudicated if One Issue is Quashed
Delhi High Court ruled that quashing one issue in a show cause notice does not prevent adjudication of other demands.
High Court of Calcutta: AO must address the advisor’s objections before the reassessment
The High Court of Calcutta has argued that it is the duty of the evaluation officer (AO) to get rid of the written objection presented by the advisor for reassessment.
Gujarat HC Questions CRPF on Denying Promotion to HIV-Positive Woman
Gujarat High Court questioned CRPF for denying a woman’s promotion due to HIV. The court called it discrimination and sought a response from the Centre.
Kerala High Court: Article 227 Cannot Be Used as an Appellate or Revisional Power
The Kerala High Court ruled that Article 227 cannot serve as an appellate or revisional power. It dismissed a petition challenging a trial court order in a specific performance suit.
Karnataka High Court Issues Notice to Banks on Vijay Mallya’s Request for Debt Recovery Statement
Representing Mallya, Senior Advocate Sajan Poovayya argued that the liquidation orders for Kingfisher Airlines and its parent company UBHL had been upheld by the Supreme Court.
Calcutta HC Denies Time Extension in Ex-Medical College Principal’s Corruption Trial
Calcutta High Court said the trial time for former RG Kar Hospital principal in a corruption case cannot be extended, for Justice is more precious than claims of needing time for preparation.
