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High Courts Cannot Reassess Materials Considered by Trial Courts Under Article 227: Supreme Court
In an important ruling, the Supreme Court clarified the scope of Article 227 Constitution of India and held that High Courts cannot act as appellate courts while exercising supervisory jurisdiction. The case titled Vinay Raghunath Deshmukh versus Natwarlal Shamji Gada Respondents and Another dealt with the legality of…
Unsuccessful Party Can Invoke Section 9 of Arbitration Act Even After Award, Conflicting High Court Views Settled: Supreme Court
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court clarified the scope of Section 9 Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 and held that even an unsuccessful party in arbitration can seek interim relief after the arbitral award is passed. The case titled Home Care Retail Marts Pvt Ltd v. Haresh N Sangavi resolved conflicting…
₹146.79 Lakh Water Charge Demand on Reliance Quashed, Retrospective Recovery Held Unfair: Gujarat High Court
In a significant ruling, the Gujarat High Court examined whether the State can reopen concluded financial transactions and demand retrospective payments. The case titled Reliance Industries Ltd & Anr. vs State of Gujarat & Anr. dealt with the legality of raising fresh water charges after full and final settlement…
15-Year Sentence Upheld in POCSO Case, Minor Contradictions Do Not Weaken Victim Testimony: Delhi High Court
In a crucial decision, the Delhi High Court interpreted the provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 and upheld the conviction of an accused in a child sexual offence case. The Court clarified that minor inconsistencies in witness statements do not weaken a credible prosecution case. The…
Two Men Acquitted in Gangsters Act Case, Criminal History Alone Not Sufficient for Conviction: Uttarakhand High Court
In a significant judgment, the Uttarakhand High Court examined the scope of conviction under the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act and clarified that mere criminal history and inclusion in a gang chart are not sufficient to establish guilt. The case titled Hemu Pant @ Hemu Kalu and…
DU Principal’s Suspension Set Aside, Parallel PoSH Probe Panel Held Illegal: Delhi High Court
In an important ruling, the Delhi High Court examined the scope and procedure under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and clarified whether an employer can create a separate fact-finding committee before referring complaints to the Internal Complaints…
No Blanket Bike Ban Before Elections, Poll Day Restrictions Modified for Lack of Legal Basis: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court on 25 April 2026 delivered a significant judgment addressing restrictions imposed on motorcycle movement during election periods. The Court held that blanket bans on vehicle movement without proper legal backing are unjustified and violate fundamental rights. Background of the Case The case was…
Sexual Harassment FIR Quashed Over ‘F* Off’ Remark, No Sexual Intent Found: Punjab and Haryana High Court
The Punjab and Haryana High Court on 25 April 2026 delivered an important judgment clarifying the scope of Section 354-A Indian Penal Code. The Court held that a single abusive remark without any sexual intent does not constitute the offence of sexual harassment. Background of the Case The case titled Abhikshek Shah…
Accused Cannot Be Compelled to Share Live GPS Location as Bail Condition: Karnataka High Court
The Karnataka High Court on 22 April 2026 delivered an important ruling on the limits of bail conditions and protection of personal liberty. The Court held that forcing an accused to keep his mobile location switched on and share live location with police is not a valid condition for grant of anticipatory bail.…
Guilty Plea Cannot Be Used to Evade Compensation in Cheque Dishonour Case, Conviction Upheld: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court on 25 April 2026 delivered an important judgment clarifying the legal position regarding guilty pleas in cheque bounce cases under Section 138 Negotiable Instruments Act 1881. The Court held that a conviction based on a voluntary guilty plea cannot be challenged later without valid grounds.…
