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Specific Performance of an Agreement to Sell May Be Denied Due to Long Delay: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has emphasized that a decree for specific performance of an agreement to sell property is not an automatic outcome of a valid contract. The Court clarified that if there is a long time gap between the agreement and final decision, it can become a ground to refuse the equitable relief of specific…
Asaram Granted First Parole After Over 13 Years in Jail; State's Objections Termed 'Figments of Imagination': Rajasthan High Court
In a landmark decision, the Rajasthan High Court has granted parole to Asaram after he has spent more than 13 years in prison. The court ordered a 20-day parole, citing his age and the lengthy incarceration period as significant factors. The division bench, comprising Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma and…
Consider Whether Vehicles Without Insurance Can Be Denied Fuel: Supreme Court
In a landmark judgment aimed at improving road safety and ensuring compliance with vehicle insurance laws, the Supreme Court has directed the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA) and the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) to develop a pilot project. This project will connect vehicles’…
FIR Quashed and Accused Acquitted in Sexual Harassment Case Based on Matrimonial Dispute and Settlement: Himachal Pradesh High Court
In a landmark judgment, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has ordered the quashing of FIR No. 127 of 2022, lodged at Police Station Gagret, District Una, against a man accused of sexual harassment under Sections 354, 354A, 376, 447, and 509 of the Indian Penal Code. The order was passed by Justice Sandeep Sharma on…
Anticipatory Bail Denied to Aunt and Uncle in Alleged 'Honour Killing' of 'Helpless Girl': Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court recently refused anticipatory bail to the aunt and uncle of a woman allegedly murdered in an 'honour killing' in Agra. The court emphasized the seriousness of the case and stated that custodial interrogation of the applicants was essential to uncover the truth. The court also noted that the…
Family Court Cannot Ignore Mother's Main Plea for Interim Custody and Grant Only Restrictive Visitation Rights: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has delivered a significant judgment emphasizing the importance of proper consideration of custody applications in family law. The court held that a Family Court cannot overlook the main plea of a parent seeking interim custody and should not restrict the parent only to limited visitation…
Serious Allegations of OMR Tampering Require Credible Evidence, Not Mere Suspicion: Chhattisgarh High Court
The Chhattisgarh High Court has dismissed a petition filed by a NEET (UG) 2026 candidate, who alleged that his Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) answer sheet had been tampered with, leading to a significantly lower score. The court emphasized that such serious allegations cannot be accepted based only on suspicion and…
Conviction Quashed and Accused Acquitted in Negotiable Instruments Act Case Based on Settlement: Punjab and Haryana High Court
In a significant judgment, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has acquitted the petitioner, who was earlier convicted under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The case involved a dispute over dishonored cheque payments, which had led to criminal proceedings against the petitioner. The case was heard…
Father's Duty to Pay Maintenance Cannot Be Adjusted Against Daughter's PPF Savings: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has issued an important judgment clarifying that a father's legal obligation to maintain his child cannot be offset by the money invested in the child's Public Provident Fund (PPF) account. The court upheld a decree requiring the father to pay over ₹8.13 lakh along with interest, emphasizing the…
Proof of Actual Loss Is Essential for Awarding Damages in an Arbitration Dispute: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has made a significant decision in a case involving the Union of India and M/s Pragati Construction Consultants, emphasizing that damages awarded in arbitration for contract delays must be supported by proof of actual loss. The court partly set aside the arbitral award, clarifying the legal…
