Showing 8250 articles
No Proof of Harassment Over Demand for ‘Radio’, Husband Acquitted in 1982 Abetment to Suicide Case: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling under the Indian Penal Code Section 306, the Allahabad High Court acquitted a man accused of abetting the suicide of his wife in a case dating back to 1982. The Court held that the prosecution failed to prove harassment or any direct act that could have led the woman to take her own life.…
Lok Adalats Can Settle Disputes of Any Pecuniary Value Within Their Territorial Jurisdiction: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court examined a writ petition arising from a dispute where the petitioners had entered into a sale agreement with the respondent. The respondent had paid an advance amount exceeding ₹98 lakhs. Since the sale transaction could not be completed, the issue of refund of the advance amount arose. The…
Industries Cannot Use Public Roads Disproportionately for Gain, Parking Compliance and Trauma Care Near Steel Plant Ordered: Jharkhand High Court
In an important judgment dealing with public safety and industrial responsibility, the Jharkhand High Court addressed the misuse of public roads by heavy industrial vehicles. The Court held that industries cannot use public infrastructure in a disproportionate manner that harms ordinary citizens and commuters.…
Bail Granted in Alleged Murder and Abduction Case Under Section 103(1) BNS, Court Makes Strong Observations on Police Negligence: Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court on 16 April 2026 passed a detailed order in a bail application highlighting both the merits of the criminal case and serious procedural lapses by police authorities. The Court dealt with a bail plea under Section 103(1) Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and also issued strong observations regarding…
State Directed to Grant Surrogacy Eligibility Certificate to Couple Who Crossed Age Limit After Starting ART Process: Calcutta High Court
In an important judgment under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021, the Calcutta High Court has protected the right of a married couple to become parents through surrogacy even after they crossed the prescribed age limit. The Court held that once the couple had already started the fertility process within the legal…
Relief for Advocate in ‘Illness Slip’ Row, ₹20K Cost Waived and Adverse Remarks Expunged Following Apology: Allahabad High Court
In a significant development relating to professional conduct of lawyers, the Allahabad High Court set aside its earlier strict observations against an advocate who had allegedly tried to mislead the Court. The Court accepted his unconditional apology and removed the adverse remarks, showing a balanced approach…
Prospective Accused Must Be Heard? Dictated Order Directing FIR Against Rahul Gandhi Withheld: Allahabad High Court
A significant legal development took place before the Allahabad High Court where the court examined whether a prospective accused must be given a hearing before directing registration of an FIR. The case involves Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, and raises important questions under Section 528 BNSS and…
Review Petition Under Order XLVII Rule 1 CPC Dismissed in Matrimonial Dispute Under Family Courts Act 1984 and Hindu Marriage Act 1955: Orissa High Court
The Orissa High Court at Cuttack delivered an important judgment on 17 April 2026 in a matrimonial dispute between Sujata Naik and Ramahari Naik. The case arose from a review petition filed by Sujata Naik challenging an earlier appellate judgment dated 31.01.2024 passed in MATA No.256 of 2022. The matter was heard by…
Acquittal in Section 138 NI Act Case on Security Cheque, No Legally Enforceable Debt Found After Detailed Analysis
A significant judgment was delivered on 07 April 2026 by the Court of Ms. Shruti Chaudhary, SCJ-cum-RC, Patiala House Courts, New Delhi in a complaint filed under Section 138 Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The case involved allegations of cheque dishonour and raised important questions about security cheques,…
Even in Ex Parte Suits, Courts Must Frame ‘Points for Determination’ and Deliver Reasoned Judgments: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India in its judgment dated 17 April 2026 clarified the legal requirement of passing reasoned judgments even in ex parte civil suits. The bench comprising Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice Augustine George Masih held that courts cannot grant a decree merely on default and must identify and decide…
