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Court Orders Removal of Illegal Religious Structures from Government Land Under Article 226 of the Constitution of India: Kerala High Court
In a landmark decision, the Kerala High Court has directed the removal of all illegal religious structures from government land, emphasizing the importance of maintaining communal harmony and the rule of law. This ruling comes under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, which empowers High Courts to issue certain…
Criminal Court Can Review Its Own Order At Notice Stage Under Domestic Violence Act: Jammu Kashmir High Court
In a recent judgment, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Srinagar addressed a case under Section 12 of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. The case, bearing CM(M) No.160/2024, involved Mudasir Ahmad Dar as the petitioner and Mst. Mashooka and Another as the respondents. The…
Article 226, Court appoints wife as guardian of husband in coma, allows her to sell his property: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court, in a recent judgment dated 23.05.2024, has rendered a significant decision under Article 226 of the Constitution of India regarding the appointment of a guardian in cases involving individuals in a comatose state. The case, S.Sasikala vs The State of Tamil Nadu & Others, revolves around the…
Lord Shiva Doesn't Need Our Protection, Court Rejects Plea Against Demolition Of Temple "Encroaching" Yamuna Flood Plains Area: Delhi High Court
In a recent development, the Delhi High Court has passed a significant judgment regarding the removal of a temple structure situated on the Yamuna floodplains. The court's decision, outlined in Section 13 of the Delhi Development Act, 1957, comes as a response to a writ petition filed by a petitioner society, seeking…
Child Must Receive Love and Support from Both Parents Unless Proven Unworthy of Custody: Kerala High Court
Ernakulam, May 24, 2024: In a significant judgment, the Kerala High Court at Ernakulam, presided over by the Honourable Mr. Justice Raja Vijayaraghavan V and Mr. Justice P.M. Manoj, delivered a verdict on a matrimonial appeal regarding child custody and guardianship. The case involved Lekha Komath, the appellant, and…
Only Co-Owners Can Claim Benefit Of Section 44 Of Transfer Of Property Act: Kerala High Court
In a landmark judgment, the Kerala High Court has ruled on the eviction and license termination involving the Transfer of Property Act and the Partition Act. The case revolved around the property dispute between the plaintiffs, A. Ramanathan and B. Varadarajan, and the defendants, C. Krishnan and D. Ravi. The primary…
FIR Can Be Elaborated Upon By Informant But Cannot Be Used To Create Fresh Charges Against Accused: Court Grants Bail To In-Laws Accused Of Gang Rape
Srinagar, May 6, 2024 - In a notable judgment, the Jammu and Kashmir High Court has granted bail to the accused in a case involving allegations of gang rape and domestic violence. The case was registered under various sections of the Ranbir Penal Code (RPC), including Sections 376, 511, 498-A, and 323. The court…
Forums Under Senior Citizens Act Can't Decide Question Of Property Title: Delhi High Court
In a recent development, the Delhi High Court adjudicated on a case related to the Delhi Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007. Here's a breakdown of the key events and the court's ruling: Background: Manju Tokas and her family were embroiled in a legal battle with the GNCT of Delhi over…
No Bar In Law In Examining An Inimical, Interested Or Related Witness By A Party To Support His Case: Jharkhand High Court
Ranchi, 4th April 2024: In a significant legal development, the High Court of Jharkhand acquitted Nirakar Mahato in Criminal Appeal (DB) No.176 of 1993 (R) concerning the murder of Madho Singh Munda. The case, originating from Kharsawan P.S. Case No. 26 of 1991, has garnered attention due to its intricate details and…
Court Quashes POCSO Case Against 21-Yr-Old Man Who Eloped With Teen Girl, Calls Them "Romeo-Juliet" Who Successfully Married: Madras High Court
In a heartening turn of events, the Madras High Court, under the purview of [Section 482 of Cr.P.C.], has quashed a case involving a 16-year-old girl and a 21-year-old auto driver. The case, which originated as a missing person complaint filed by the girl's mother and escalated into a kidnapping case under [Section…
