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Appeal Dismissed in Differently-Abled Victim Case, 10-Year Jail Term for Sexual Assault Convict Upheld: Sikkim High Court
The Sikkim High Court has delivered an important judgment reinforcing the evidentiary value of testimony given by a differently-abled victim in a sexual assault case. The Court upheld the conviction and sentence awarded to the accused, emphasizing that disability does not weaken the credibility of a victim’s statement…
Non-Compliance of 10 PM–6 AM Loudspeaker Ban Flagged, Police Warned of Contempt Proceedings: Gujarat High Court
The matter before the Gujarat High Court arose from growing concerns over increasing noise pollution and non-compliance with existing legal provisions. The case was filed as a contempt application linked to an earlier Public Interest Litigation that focused on regulating sound pollution across the state. The applicant…
Minor Passport Can Be Issued Without Father’s Consent, Single Parent Rights Recognised Under Passports Act, 1967: Andhra Pradesh High Court
The Andhra Pradesh High Court in the case of Shaik Shabana vs Union of India delivered an important judgment on 01 May 2026 protecting the rights of single parents. The case was decided by Justice Battu Devanand, where the Court examined whether a mother can obtain a passport for her minor child without the consent of…
‘Appalling’ Delay by Arbitral Tribunal in Deciding 2019 Dispute Despite ₹14.5 Crore Fee: Rajasthan High Court
A major legal dispute came before the Rajasthan High Court involving three state electricity companies and HCL Infosystems Limited. The case arose from contracts awarded in 2009 under the Restructured Accelerated Power Development and Reforms Programme, where HCL Infosystems Limited was engaged for power sector works.…
Appeal Deposit Rule Clarified Under Section 148 NI Act in Cheque Dishonour Case: Gauhati High Court
In a significant judgment, the Gauhati High Court decided a criminal petition filed by Dr Reema Bodo against Puspajit Kr Das regarding a cheque bounce dispute under Section 138 Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The case originated when the complainant Puspajit Kr Das claimed that he had given a friendly loan of ₹10…
Criminal Proceedings Quashed in Matrimonial Dispute Under IPC Sections 341, 323, 504 Read with 34: Patna High Court
In an important judgment delivered by Patna High Court on 1 May 2026, the Court dealt with a criminal case arising out of a family dispute and misuse of criminal law provisions. The case involved serious allegations under Section 341 IPC, Section 323 IPC, Section 504 IPC read with Section 34 IPC, but the Court found…
Mere Driving of Car Carrying Contraband Not ‘Possession’ Without Direct Nexus Under NDPS Act, Bail Granted: Calcutta High Court
Title: Section 37 NDPS Act and Meaning of Possession – Calcutta High Court Grants Bail in Vehicle Driving Case Introduction of the Case In a significant ruling on drug laws, the Calcutta High Court clarified the scope of Section 37 NDPS Act and held that merely driving a vehicle carrying contraband does not amount to…
Introduction or Expansion of Religious Practices Disrupting Social Balance Not Protected Under Articles 25 & 26: Allahabad High Court
In an important ruling on religious freedom, the Allahabad High Court clarified the limits of Articles 25 and 26 Constitution of India, stating that introduction or expansion of new religious practices that disturb social balance are not protected. The Court emphasized that religious rights must be exercised in…
Supreme Court Lays Down Guidelines for Summary Judgment in Commercial Suits Under Order XIII-A CPC
In a major ruling on commercial litigation, the Supreme Court clarified the scope of Order XIII-A Civil Procedure Code and emphasized that summary judgment should be used to avoid unnecessary trials when there is no real dispute. The judgment was delivered by a bench of Justice J.K. Maheshwari and Justice Atul S.…
Anticipatory Bail Granted to Pawan Khera, ‘Political Rivalry’ Angle Noted in Assam Case: Supreme Court
In an important decision protecting personal liberty under Article 21, the Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to Pawan Khera in a case filed by the State of Assam. The Court observed that the allegations appeared to arise out of political rivalry and held that custodial interrogation was not required at this…
