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‘Bail Conditions Can’t Invade Privacy of Accused’s Family’, ‘Surveillance’ Directions on Wife Set Aside: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court recently delivered an important judgment protecting the right to privacy of family members of an accused. The case involved Sandeep alias Kala, who was granted interim bail to attend to his wife’s surgery, but with certain strict conditions imposed by the trial court. Background of the Case…
₹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…
No Need for Bone Ossification Test if Documents Prove Age of Minor at Time of Incident Under JJ Act: Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court, with Justice Manish Kumar presiding, delivered a significant judgment regarding age determination of juveniles under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act 2015. The revisionist, Pradeep Kori @ Pradeep Harijan (Minor), represented through his father as natural guardian,…
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…
Suo Moto Criminal Contempt Initiated Against BJP MLA for Attempting to Influence Judge in Illegal Mining Case: Madhya Pradesh High Court
In a significant development concerning judicial independence, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has taken strict action by directing initiation of criminal contempt proceedings against BJP MLA Sanjay Satyendra Pathak. The case highlights serious concerns regarding interference with judicial proceedings and misuse of…
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…
