Bar Council Calls for Inclusive Representation in Madras High Court Appointments

Jan 9, 2025

The Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry has urged the Supreme Court Collegium to prioritize inclusive representation in judicial appointments to the Madras High Court. The High Court currently operates with 66 judges against a sanctioned strength of 75. With several senior

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Mediated Settlements Enforceable Only with Court Approval: J&K High Court

Mediated Settlements Enforceable Only with Court Approval: J&K High Court

Jan 7, 2025

The J&K High Court ruled that mediated settlements must receive court approval to gain enforceability as a decree, citing procedural compliance under mediation rules.

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Multiple inquiries on same allegations violate Article 21: Punjab & Haryana HC

Multiple inquiries on same allegations violate Article 21: Punjab & Haryana HC

Jan 6, 2025

State presented no compelling reason why custodial interrogation was necessary. Considering these factors, the court granted anticipatory bail to Ajay Kumar, ensuring that he remains available for investigation and fully cooperates with the authorities.

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Punjab & Haryana HC denies protection plea, citing bigamy concerns.

Punjab & Haryana HC denies protection plea, citing bigamy concerns.

Jan 6, 2025

Article 21 of the Constitution of India guarantees the right to a dignified life, but it must be exercised within the limits of the law.

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Air force personnel’s anticipatory bail gets cancelled on the ground of misrepresentation

Air force personnel’s anticipatory bail gets cancelled on the ground of misrepresentation

Jan 2, 2025

Background The court was hearing the application for the cancellation of the anticipatory bail It was wrongly submitted by the accused that there was a cross case regarding the same incident. Analysis Rajasthan HC’s Jodhpur Bench had cancelled the anticipatory bail of the

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J&K High Court Halts EWS Certificate Cancellation, Citing Due Process Violations

J&K High Court Halts EWS Certificate Cancellation, Citing Due Process Violations

Jan 2, 2025

J&K High Court stays cancellation of EWS certificate, pulls up Deputy Commissioner for presuming guilt without fair hearing, violation of principles of natural justice in inquiry process.

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Kerala High Court: Longevity Of Service Is Not The Only Factor In Determining Regularization

Kerala High Court: Longevity Of Service Is Not The Only Factor In Determining Regularization

Dec 31, 2024

According to Kerala HC, length of service cannot be the only justification for requesting regularization

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Tripura HC Stresses Strict Compliance with Animal Cruelty Prevention Laws

Tripura HC Stresses Strict Compliance with Animal Cruelty Prevention Laws

Dec 30, 2024

Tripura High Court directs authorities to strictly enforce the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, ensuring proper guidelines and adherence at all levels.

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Jharkhand High Court Reiterates Res Judicata Principle in Amendment Applications

Jharkhand High Court Reiterates Res Judicata Principle in Amendment Applications

Dec 29, 2024

Jharkhand High Court upholds that an order at one stage of proceedings bars reconsideration of the same issue later, citing Satyadhyan Ghosal v. Smt. Deorjin Debi.

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Delhi HC Clarifies Inclusion of LTCG in Book Profits Under Section 115JB

Delhi HC Clarifies Inclusion of LTCG in Book Profits Under Section 115JB

Dec 29, 2024

Delhi HC ruled LTCG exempt under Sec 10(38) must be included in book profits for MAT under Sec 115JB, dismissing Revenue's appeal.

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