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Court Rejects Review Petition, Citing Belated and Inconsistent Ownership Claims Over Government-Held Land After 70 Years: Kerala High Court
In a recent ruling, the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam upheld its earlier judgment dated 19th February 2024 in W.P.(C.) No. 20705/2015 concerning a property dispute involving Kallodi St. George Forane Church and several respondents. The review petition, RP No. 445 of 2024, filed by the church, sought to challenge…
Court Seeks Assam Govt's Response To PIL Challenging Repeal Of Muslim Marriages & Divorces Act: Gauhati High Court
In a recent development, the Gauhati High Court has issued a notice in a writ petition filed by the All Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorces Registrar and Kazi Association, represented by its President Maulana Fakaruddin Ahmed Qasimi. The petition is directed against the State of Assam and others, seeking legal…
Minor's Right to Protection, Court Orders Safety Measures in Controversial Relationship: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a recent decision, the High Court of Punjab and Haryana addressed a petition filed under Article 226/227 of the Constitution of India. The case, CRWP-3392-2024, involved a plea for protection by petitioners against perceived threats to their life and liberty from respondents No. 4 to 8. The petitioners, represented…
The Issue Of Limitation Is Also Part And Parcel Of The Arbitrable Point: Karnataka High Court
In a significant legal development, the High Court of Karnataka, Kalaburagi Bench, has addressed a civil miscellaneous petition under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1966. The case revolves around a dispute between Shivaraj Kamshetty, a Class-I Contractor from Basavakalyan, and the Karnataka…
Court Emphasizes Advocates' Duty as Officers of Court, Closes Case Amid Counsel No-Shows: Himachal Pradesh High Court
In a recent judgment dated April 24, 2024, the High Court of Himachal Pradesh addressed the contentious issue surrounding the appointment and legal competence of Parliamentary Secretaries under the Himachal Pradesh Parliamentary Secretaries (Appointment, Salaries, Allowances, Powers, Privileges and Amenities) Act,…
Supreme Court to Deliberate on Transfer of Cheque Dishonour Case Despite Section 142A of NI Act
Court Proceedings Overview: - Case Title: Transfer Petition(s)(Criminal) No. 33/2018 - Case Type: Criminal Transfer Petition - Date of Hearing: 24-04-2024 - Coram: Hon'ble Mr. Justice C.T. Ravikumar, Hon'ble Mr. Justice Aravind Kumar Key Points from the Order: 1. Issue at Hand: The case involves an interpretation and…
Falsely Accusing Spouse Of Extra Marital Relationship, Refusal To Accept Children Constitutes Mental Cruelty: Delhi High Court
In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court delivered a significant judgment under Section 13(1)(ia) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, reaffirming the sanctity of marriage and addressing allegations of cruelty. The case involved Shri Shyamveer as the appellant and Smt. Renu as the respondent, with the matter centered on a…
Maybe A 'Demigod In Rural Society' But 'Not A God,' Government Takes Action Against Bogus Patwari Report in Land Dispute Case
In a recent development, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh has passed an order addressing a land dispute case involving Girjashankar and others, petitioners hailing from Bhiwani, Haryana, against several government bodies and individuals from Madhya Pradesh. The petitioners challenged an order dated 24.11.2023 issued…
Contemplates Suo Moto PIL Due to Delay in RERA Recovery Certificates Execution: Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court, in a significant ruling, has directed the District Magistrate, Lucknow to monitor the execution of recovery certificates issued by the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) on a monthly basis. This decision came in response to a writ petition (Case No. 3577 of 2024) filed by Shakuntala…
Court Criticizes Police for Road Closure Near Punjab CM's Residence, Orders Experimental Opening
In a recent ruling, the court has ordered the opening of a road near the Chief Minister’s residence in Chandigarh on an experimental basis from May 1, 2024. The decision comes in response to a case filed by Aneet Goel against the Union of India and others. 1. Background: The case involves concerns raised by various…
