High Court
Gujarat High Court
Ahmedabad
The Gujarat High Court was established in 1960, when Gujarat was carved out of the former Bombay State. It has jurisdiction over the state of Gujarat.
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Compensation for Injured Student Upheld, ITRs Held Relevant for Assessing Income and Future Prospects: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has dismissed an appeal filed by United India Insurance Company Limited challenging a compensation award of ₹12,95,280 to a man who suffered a leg fracture and permanent disability in a motorcycle accident. Justice J. C. Doshi upheld the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal’s award, including interest…
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Judicial Officer’s Dismissal Over Threat to Sleep on Pavement and Letters Seeking High Court Judge’s Transfer Upheld: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Asha Harishchandra Dave, a Senior Civil Judge, challenging her dismissal from service over allegations of misconduct and indiscipline. A division bench of Justice N. S. Sanjay Gowda and Justice J. L. Odedra delivered the judgment on October 9, 2026, in Special…
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POCSO FIR Quashed in Adolescent Love Affair Case, Court Notes Girl Left Home Voluntarily: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has quashed an FIR registered against Paragji Bharatji Detroja over allegations under Sections 363 and 366 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Section 18 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Justice P. M. Raval delivered the oral judgment on October 7, 2026, allowing…
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FIR Ordered Against ‘Unknown Person’ Over Custodial Death, Independent Probe Directed Under DIG CID Crime: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has directed registration of an FIR into the custodial death of Jawri Mal Bishnoi, Joint Director General of Foreign Trade, Rajkot. The order was passed by Justice M. K. Thakker on 28.09.2026 in R/Special Criminal Application (Direction) No. 9593 of 2024. Bishnoi was arrested by the CBI, ACB, on…
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Advocates’ Association to Abstain From Court Work for Two Days Over Gujarat Rent Bill 2026: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court Advocates' Association (GHCAA) has resolved to abstain from court work on October 5 and 6, 2026, in solidarity with lawyers protesting provisions of the Gujarat Rent Bill, 2026. The decision was taken at an Extraordinary General Body meeting held at the Gujarat High Court on Monday morning. The…
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Dismissal of Judicial Magistrate Upheld Over Undisclosed Vehicles, Loan and Advocate-Linked Mobile Phone: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Amratlal Narendrabhai Vizoda, a judicial officer who challenged his dismissal from service. The judgment was delivered on 25/09/2026 by a bench of Justice N.S. Sanjay Gowda and Justice J. L. Odedra in Special Civil Application No. 5211 of 2017. Vizoda was…
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Court Grants Bail in RE-NEET Paper Fraud Case, Citing Lengthy Trial and No Further Recovery Required: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court at Ahmedabad has granted regular bail to Sumersing Bharatlal Meena in a case registered by the Cyber Crime Police Station, Ahmedabad City, concerning an alleged fraud linked to the schedule of the RE-NEET examination. Justice Hasmukh D. Suthar passed the order on 01.10.2026 in R/Criminal Misc.…
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Asharam’s Temporary Bail Plea to Meet Hospitalised Wife Rejected: Gujarat High Court
The High Court of Gujarat has refused to grant 20 days temporary bail to Ashumal @ Asharam S/O Thaumal Sindhi (Harpalani), who sought release from Jodhpur Jail, Rajasthan, citing the critical illness of his wife. The court observed that the medical report submitted by the police indicates his wife is responding well…
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Kejriwal’s Appeal in PM Modi Degree RTI Case Dismissed, ₹25,000 Cost Upheld: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court delivered its decision in an appeal filed by Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of the Govt NCT of Delhi. The matter originated from an order dated 29.04.2016 passed by the Central Information Commissioner in proceeding No. CIC/SA/C/2015/000275. The controversy arose when an oral request and a…
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POCSO Upholds Acquittal, Holds DNA Report Inadmissible Without Examining Scientific Expert: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has dismissed the State’s appeal against the acquittal of Rasikbhai @ Kaushikbhai Havsingbhai Garasiya in a POCSO case. A division bench of Justice Ilesh J. Vora and Justice R. T. Vachhani delivered the judgment on 24.09.2026. The appeal challenged the judgment of the Additional Sessions Judge,…
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Family Suit Transferred From Morbi to Bhachau Considering Wife’s Travel Distance and Childcare Responsibilities: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has ordered the transfer of Family Suit No. 4 of 2026 from the Family Court at Morbi to the concerned Court at Bhachau, Kutch. The order was passed by Justice Maulik J. Shelat on 25 September 2026 in R/Misc. Civil Application (For Transfer) No. 1136 of 2026. The application was filed by the wife…
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Five Relatives Accused of Instigating Husband to Pronounce Talaq Granted Anticipatory Bail: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court at Ahmedabad has granted anticipatory bail to Rahimaben Abdulkarim Manasiya and four other applicants in connection with an FIR registered at Palanpur Taluka Police Station, Banaskantha. The order was passed by Justice Sanjeev J. Thaker on September 21, 2026, in R/Criminal Misc. Application No.…
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Judicial Officer’s Dismissal Over Threat to Sleep on Pavement and Letters Seeking High Court Judge’s Transfer Upheld: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Asha Harishchandra Dave, a Senior Civil Judge, challenging her dismissal from service over allegations of misconduct and indiscipline. A division bench of Justice N. S. Sanjay Gowda and Justice J. L. Odedra delivered the judgment on October 9, 2026, in Special…
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Domestic Violence Case Against Husband’s Sisters Over Alleged Dowry Demand Instigation Quashed as They ‘Lived Separately’: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has quashed domestic violence proceedings against two sisters-in-law who were accused of instigating their brother to demand dowry from his wife. Justice A. Y. Kogje observed that the allegations against the two women were general in nature and that they were married much before the complainant…
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Use of AI-Generated Case Laws in Tax Orders Flagged, Tax Officers Warned of Contempt: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has issued a strong warning to tax officers about the improper use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) while passing adjudication and appellate orders. The Court directed that strict adherence to the instructions governing AI use must be followed, or else it would amount to contempt of court. The…
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Insurer Cannot Deny Fire Compensation Based on Technical Policy Interpretation Without Leading Evidence: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has dismissed an appeal filed by The Oriental Insurance Company Limited and upheld a decree directing the insurer to pay ₹2 lakh with 8% annual interest to Pooja Paper Tube Industries for fire-related damage to insured stock. The judgment was delivered by Justice J. C. Doshi on 17 August 2026 in…
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Res Judicata Applies Where Different Trustees Litigate Under the Same Title Over an Identical Property Dispute: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has clarified that the principle of res judicata prevents different trustees, who are litigating under the same representative title, from reopening a property dispute that has already been conclusively decided by a competent court. This judgment emphasizes the importance of finality in court…
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Wife Not Entitled to Maintenance After Voluntary Separation Without Sufficient Cause; Family Court Order Upheld: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has recently upheld the decision of the Family Court at Bhavnagar, which refused to grant maintenance to a woman who claimed she was entitled to support under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). The High Court confirmed that the Family Court’s findings were correct and that…
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Power of Attorney Holder Cannot Execute Gift Deed After Principal's Death: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has held that a power of attorney automatically comes to an end upon the death of the person who granted it and cannot be used thereafter to execute a gift deed. The Court further clarified that even during the lifetime of the principal, a general power of attorney does not authorize the…
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Negotiable Instruments Act: Cheque Bounce Acquittal Appeal Transferred to Sessions Court, Complainant's Victim Rights Recognised: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has passed an important order regarding appeals in cheque dishonour cases under the Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The Court held that in view of recent Supreme Court rulings, a complainant in a cheque bounce case is to be treated as a victim and can file an appeal before…
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Electricity Company Absolutely Liable in Electrocution Death Case, Cannot Escape Liability by Blaming Deceased's Negligence: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has delivered an important judgment regarding compensation in electrocution death cases and clarified the responsibility of electricity transmission companies. The Court held that when electricity transmitted through power lines causes injury or death to a person who unknowingly comes into…
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Woman Accused in 72g Mephedrone Case Granted Bail After 22 Months in Custody: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court delivered an important order on 27 April 2026 in a bail application filed under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. The case involved Pravinbanu Ibrahimbhai Sultan Mamrej Kureshi, who sought regular bail after being accused in a narcotics case involving…
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‘Profession Can’t Be Tarnished’ Anticipatory Bail Denied to Law Student Accused of Posing as Advocate: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court on 15 April 2026 refused to grant anticipatory bail to a law student accused of posing as an advocate and being involved in a large financial fraud. The case titled Sadhu Falguni Miteshkumar versus State of Gujarat was decided by Justice P M Raval. Facts Leading to FIR The prosecution alleged…
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‘Tactic to Delay Trial’ Objection to ‘Leading’ Question Put to Rape Victim Rejected: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court on 15 April 2026 delivered an important ruling in a criminal trial involving allegations of rape, where the accused challenged a question asked to the victim during her examination. The case titled Deep Jayeshbhai Indravadan Soni versus State of Gujarat was heard by Justice M R Mengdey. Facts…
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Revised SOP for VC Hearings Notified, 'Waiting Room' Feature Introduced to Ensure Decorum: Gujarat High Court
On August 7, 2025, the Gujarat High Court officially issued a Revised Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Virtual/Hybrid Hearing of Cases, aiming to maintain the decorum and dignity of judicial proceedings even when conducted online. The new SOP introduces a "Waiting Room" feature for all participants and sets…
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Asaram Bapu's Interim Bail Extended Till August 21 Due to Critical Health Condition: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court, on August 8, 2025, extended the interim medical bail granted to rape convict and self-proclaimed godman Asaram Bapu, citing his critical health condition. The matter was heard by a Division Bench comprising Justice Ilesh J Vora and Justice PM Raval, who noted that Asaram is currently admitted…
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Centre Perpetuated Discrimination Against HIV Positive CRPF Personnel by Failing to Amend Standing Order and Recruitment Rules: Gujarat High Court
In a landmark decision, the Gujarat High Court has declared Clause 4.13 of the Standing Order No. 04/2008 and Rule 5 of the CRPF Assistant Commandant (Ministerial) Recruitment Rules, 2011 as ultra vires to the Constitution of India and the provisions of the HIV/AIDS (Prevention & Control) Act, 2017, for being…
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'Systematic Campaign to Demean': Lawyer Sentenced to 3-Month Jail and ₹1 Lakh Fine for Scandalous Attack on Judges: Gujarat High Court
In a landmark judgment aimed at preserving the dignity of the judiciary, the Gujarat High Court has held an advocate, Devesh Bhatt, guilty of civil and criminal contempt under the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, and sentenced him to three months' simple imprisonment along with a cost of Rs. 1,00,000. The Court found…
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Husband Fined ₹25K for Uploading Wife's 'Obscene' Pictures on Social Media: Gujarat High Court
In a shocking instance of digital abuse within marriage, the Gujarat High Court dealt with a disturbing case involving Sahdev Ranchodbhai Brahman, who uploaded obscene photographs of his wife on WhatsApp and Instagram, along with filthy comments, after she refused to resume their matrimonial relationship. The images…
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Vadodara Jail Authority Slammed for 'Illegal' Detention of Convict; Recalculation of Set-Off Period Ordered for All Convicts: Gujarat High Court
In a scathing judgment delivered on August 1, 2025, the Gujarat High Court condemned the Vadodara Jail Authority for illegally detaining a convict for 2 months and 8 days beyond his sentence. The court observed that the authorities failed to calculate the correct set-off period, thereby violating the convict’s…
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2010 Rape FIR Against Minor Quashed, Police Ignorant of S.83 IPC Applicability to Children Aged 7–12: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court, in a significant ruling, has quashed an FIR lodged in 2010 against a boy who was only 10 and a half years old at the time of the alleged offence. The judgment, delivered by Justice J.C. Doshi, relied heavily on Section 83 of the Indian Penal Code, which grants qualified immunity to children…
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'No Prejudice to Any Class': Challenge to State UCC Panel Over Lack of Minority Representation Rejected: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has rejected a petition challenging the constitution of a committee formed to examine the necessity of implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) for the State of Gujarat. The petitioner sought to have the committee reconstituted with members possessing expertise on the subject and requested that…
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Termination of Fire Officers Appointed with Dubious Documents Upheld: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has reaffirmed the principle that appointments obtained through fraudulent means cannot be sustained, even if the candidate successfully completes necessary qualifications later. The case pertains to the appointment of three individuals – Shaikh Asif Ahmed Mohammed Hanif and two others – as…
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Cross-Examination Of GST Officers Issuing Summons Or Arrest Memo Not Mandatory For Assessee: Gujarat High Court
The case originated when the petitioner challenged a show-cause notice dated 31.03.2023, issued under Section 74 read with Section 70 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. The petitioner claimed that the notice was issued without proper inquiry and jurisdiction, and further alleged that it was in violation…
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Pakistani National Seeks Direction to Centre for Decision on Citizenship Request: Gujarat High Court
A 50-year-old Pakistani national, Dr. Nanikraz Khanoomal Mukhi, has approached the Gujarat High Court seeking directions to the Union of India and other authorities for urgent consideration of his pending application for Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Act, 1955. His application has remained unresolved since…
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₹1.4 Crore 'Exemplary Cost' Imposed On Litigants For Filing PIL Without Proper Disclosure Of Credentials: Gujarat High Court
On July 11, 2025, the Gujarat High Court delivered a strong message against misuse of Public Interest Litigation (PIL) by imposing an exemplary cost of Rs. 20,00,000 each on seven petitioners. The PIL, registered as R/WPPIL/29/2022, challenged development permissions granted to a private builder but was found by the…
POCSO FIR Over Alleged Recording of Minor in Changing Room Quashed, Accused Directed to Perform Community Service: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court has quashed criminal proceedings arising from an FIR registered against Ravi Sureshbhai Prajapati in connection with an allegation that a minor girl was video-recorded while she was changing clothes inside a changing room at a mall showroom. Justice MK Thakker passed the order while considering…
About the Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court was established in 1960, when Gujarat was carved out of the former Bombay State. It has jurisdiction over the state of Gujarat.
Seat
Ahmedabad
State / UT
Gujarat
Region
West India
