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Cancellation of Tender on Grounds Waived by Bidder Is Manifestly Arbitrary: Patna High Court
The Patna High Court delivered a significant judgment emphasizing fairness in government contracts and tenders. The Court held that cancellation of a tender process on incorrect and non-existent grounds is violative of Article 14 Of Constitution Of India, which guarantees equality and non-arbitrariness in State…
₹7.5 Lakh Penalty on Farmer Quashed, ‘Clay Residue Not Sufficient to Conclude JCB Used for Illegal Sand Excavation’: Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court delivered an important judgment protecting farmers from arbitrary action by authorities. The case was filed by Gunaji Ramji Surnar, a farmer, who challenged the penalty imposed on him for alleged illegal sand excavation. The case was heard by Justice Ajit B. Kadethankar, who examined whether the…
Compensation Dispute Under National Highways Act Need Not Be Referred to Civil Court if Competent Authority Can Decide: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court
The Jammu & Kashmir High Court has clarified the scope of Section 3H(4) of the National Highways Act, 1956, holding that not every dispute regarding compensation must be referred to a civil court. The Court emphasized that only disputes which the competent authority cannot decide without adjudication fall under this…
Conviction for Dishonour of Cheque Under Section 138 of Negotiable Instruments Act: Himachal Pradesh High Court
Ashok Kumar, the petitioner, approached the Himachal Pradesh High Court challenging his conviction under Section 138, Negotiable Instruments Act. The case arose when Himachal Gramin Bank, Paunta, filed a complaint against him for dishonour of a cheque issued for repayment of a loan. The trial court at Sarkaghat,…
Case Against Teen for ‘Kidnapping’ Girl of Same Age Stayed in Consensual Adolescent Relationship Matter: Uttarakhand High Court
In a significant interim order, the Uttarakhand High Court has stayed criminal proceedings against a 15-year-old boy accused of kidnapping a girl of the same age, emphasizing the need to consider consensual adolescent relationships in light of Supreme Court guidelines. The case raises critical issues under the…
Associate of Lawyer Allotted Chamber Cannot Claim Vested Right to Use It: Delhi High Court
In a notable judgment, the Delhi High Court clarified the legal position regarding the use of court chambers by advocates, holding that a lawyer using a chamber as an associate of the original allottee does not acquire any legal or vested right over the premises. Background of the Dispute The case was filed by…
Journalist Moves High Court Against AAP's Copyright Strikes on Facebook Page for Using Punjab CM's Photos, Notice Issued: Punjab and Haryana High Court
In an important matter concerning digital journalism and freedom of expression, a petition was filed before the Punjab and Haryana High Court by Petitioner Rattandeep Singh Dhaliwal against actions taken on his Facebook pages. The issue revolves around repeated copyright strikes and removal of content allegedly due to…
Anticipatory Bail Rejected in ‘Digital Arrest’ Case Involving ₹80 Lakh Fraud on 83-Year-Old: Rajasthan High Court
In a serious cyber crime matter, the Rajasthan High Court refused to grant anticipatory bail to an accused involved in an international fraud racket. The case titled Navin Temani versus State of Rajasthan was decided on 3 April 2026 by Justice Sameer Jain. The Court highlighted the growing threat of organized cyber…
FIR Under Section 528 BNS Against Sufi Singer Not Quashed, ‘Cannot Enjoy Immunity Due To Stature’: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court
In a strong judgment, the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court clarified the limited scope of Section 528 BNSS 2023 while refusing to quash an FIR involving serious allegations including attempted rape and assault. The case titled Petitioners versus Union Territory Through Police Station Ram Munshi Bagh and Another…
Mother Allowed to Sell Child's Share in Property Citing Land Mafia Risk and Inability to Visit Regularly Due to Distance: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a significant judgment, the Madhya Pradesh High Court clarified the scope of Section 8 Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act regarding the sale of a minor’s property. The case titled Jyotiraj Baladas versus State of Madhya Pradesh was decided on 19 November 2025 by Justice Himanshu Joshi. The Court allowed a mother…
