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Jharkhand High Court
Ranchi
The Jharkhand High Court was established in 2000, when Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar. It has jurisdiction over the state of Jharkhand.
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Directs State to Make Human Rights Commission Fully Functional Within Three Months: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has directed the State Government to fill all vacant posts of Chairperson and Members of the Jharkhand State Human Rights Commission (JSHRC) within three months. The order was passed in two Public Interest Litigations, W.P (PIL) No. 1252 of 2020 and W.P (PIL) No. 460 of 2022, by Chief Justice…
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Contractual Employees Cannot Face Adverse Consequences for Approaching Court, Reinstatement Directed: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has ordered the reinstatement and regularisation of nine contractual employees who had worked for years in the Engineering Cell of the Department of Health, Medical Education and Family Welfare, Government of Jharkhand. Justice Deepak Roshan passed the order on 14.09.2026 in W.P.(S) No. 315 of…
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Desire to Make Husband a Gharjamai Not Cruelty, Visiting Parental Home Not a Ground for Divorce: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has dismissed an appeal filed by Rahul Choubey challenging the Family Court’s refusal to grant him divorce from his wife, Poonam Pathak, on the ground of cruelty. The couple married on 21.11.2008 at Patna according to Hindu customs. They have one child. According to Rahul Choubey, differences…
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Property Sale Alone Cannot Justify Tenant Eviction, BSFC Must Follow Rent Laws: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court at Ranchi has held that tenants cannot be evicted from a property merely because the property has been sold in an auction by the Bihar State Financial Corporation (BSFC). The case was filed by five tenants—Kanti Lal Jain, Chandra Shekhar Verma, Jasraj Jain, Ashok Kumar Bhartiya @ Ashok…
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Former Railway Clerk’s Conviction Upheld in ₹100 Bribery Case, Jail Term Reduced: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has upheld the conviction of Kali Shankar Dhobi, a former parcel clerk at Hatia Railway Station, in a corruption case dating back to 1995. The case began after a complaint to the CBI alleged that Dhobi demanded ₹100 in addition to the prescribed ₹203 charge for booking a motorcycle. A trap was…
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Predicate Offence Acquittal Must Attain Finality to End PMLA Proceedings, Appeal Cannot Act as a ‘Blanket Shield’: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has dismissed a petition seeking quashing of an Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR) registered by the Directorate of Enforcement under Sections 3 and 4 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002. A Single Judge Bench of Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad was hearing the petition filed by…
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Interim Custody of 4-Year-Old Girl Granted to Mother, Family Court Order Set Aside: Jharkhand High Court
The Karkardooma Court in New Delhi has acquitted Aman Verma in a cheque dishonour case filed by Deepak Kumar. The complainant said he had given the accused financial help of ₹17,42,000 between December 2017 and November 2020 and that ₹16,67,000 remained unpaid after ₹75,000 was returned. The disputed cheque, for…
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Reporter Cannot Be Held Criminally Liable for Merely Publishing Report Based on Police Officer’s Statement: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has dismissed an acquittal appeal filed by Bimlendu Narayan Ball, Head Clerk of A.S. College, Deoghar. The case concerned a Prabhat Khabar news report that the appellant said had lowered his reputation by reporting allegations about irregular admissions and an earlier FIR. A Judicial…
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Lifting a Woman’s Clothes After Entering Her House at Night Not Sufficient to Constitute Attempt to Rape: Jharkhand High Court
Quick Summary The Jharkhand High Court considered the conviction of Kamalendu Mahto @ Khokaa in a case arising from an incident on December 27, 1999. The prosecution alleged that he entered a woman’s house around midnight, came over her body, lifted her saree and attempted to rape her. The High Court found that the…
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Government Pleader’s Plea Against Termination Dismissed, Court Says Dignified Renunciation of Office Expected, Not Chase for Lost Briefs: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has dismissed a petition challenging the termination of a government pleader's engagement, holding that the authorities were legally entitled to end the engagement by giving the notice prescribed under the applicable terms. Justice Deepak Roshan, sitting as a Single Judge Bench, observed that…
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Oral Evidence and Long Separate Possession Can Establish Family Oral Partition: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has dismissed a long-running dispute concerning partition of family land, holding that there was no sufficient ground to interfere with the concurrent findings of the authorities below. The Court found that the claim of an earlier oral family partition was supported by evidence, admissions and…
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Seven-Year Consensual Relationship Cannot Be Treated as Rape Due to Subsequent Refusal to Marry: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that a consensual physical relationship between two adults cannot, by itself, be treated as rape merely because the man subsequently refused to marry the woman. The Court held that where there is no specific allegation showing that the man had no intention to marry the woman at the…
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Desire to Make Husband a Gharjamai Not Cruelty, Visiting Parental Home Not a Ground for Divorce: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has dismissed an appeal filed by Rahul Choubey challenging the Family Court’s refusal to grant him divorce from his wife, Poonam Pathak, on the ground of cruelty. The couple married on 21.11.2008 at Patna according to Hindu customs. They have one child. According to Rahul Choubey, differences…
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Former Railway Clerk’s Conviction Upheld in ₹100 Bribery Case, Jail Term Reduced: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has upheld the conviction of Kali Shankar Dhobi, a former parcel clerk at Hatia Railway Station, in a corruption case dating back to 1995. The case began after a complaint to the CBI alleged that Dhobi demanded ₹100 in addition to the prescribed ₹203 charge for booking a motorcycle. A trap was…
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Lifting a Woman’s Clothes After Entering Her House at Night Not Sufficient to Constitute Attempt to Rape: Jharkhand High Court
Quick Summary The Jharkhand High Court considered the conviction of Kamalendu Mahto @ Khokaa in a case arising from an incident on December 27, 1999. The prosecution alleged that he entered a woman’s house around midnight, came over her body, lifted her saree and attempted to rape her. The High Court found that the…
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CBI Conviction of BCCL Clerk in 1993 Bribery Case Upheld, Sentence Reduced to Period Already Undergone: Jharkhand High Court
In a significant judgment by the Jharkhand High Court, the case of Samir Kumar Choudhary, who was convicted under the Section 7 and Section 13(1)(d) read with Section 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, has been reviewed. The court upheld his conviction but reduced his sentence considering the facts and…
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PIL Closed After State Assures Annual Health Insurance Coverage for Lawyers: Jharkhand High Court
In a significant development concerning the welfare of advocates, the Jharkhand High Court disposed of a Public Interest Litigation seeking financial assistance, health insurance and life insurance benefits for practicing lawyers after the State Government assured the Court that annual health insurance coverage for…
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‘State Cannot Exercise Unfettered Discretion in Tender Matters or Deviate from Notice Conditions Without Reasons’: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court delivered a crucial judgment holding that the State cannot exercise unlimited or arbitrary powers in tender matters. The Court emphasized that government authorities must act fairly and cannot deviate from tender conditions without proper reasons, reinforcing the principles of transparency and…
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CBI Probe Ordered into FIR Against ED Officers Over Alleged Assault on Accused at Ranchi Office: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court delivered an important judgment concerning a dispute between officials of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Jharkhand Police during the investigation of the Peyjal Scam. The case was heard by Justice Sanjay Kumar Dwivedi in a criminal writ petition. The Court examined whether the FIR…
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State’s Bid to Stall Compliance of Court Orders by Citing Proposed SLP Before SC Termed ‘In Bad Faith’: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court passed a strong order criticizing the conduct of the State authorities for seeking adjournment on the ground of filing a Special Leave Petition before the Supreme Court. The matter arose from the seizure of a vehicle bearing Registration No. JH01FW 0020 in connection with Doranda P.S. Case No.…
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Senior Citizens Act Should Safeguard Parents’ Rights, Not Weaken Them: Jharkhand High Court
On February 10, 2026, the Jharkhand High Court at Ranchi delivered an important judgment safeguarding the rights of two elderly parents under the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007. The Court set aside an order passed by the Deputy Commissioner, Ramgarh, and reaffirmed that the special…
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Divorce Granted to Wife; Blackmail Using Private Photographs Held to Constitute Mental Cruelty: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has delivered a significant judgment explaining the meaning of mental cruelty under Section 13(1)(i-a), Hindu Marriage Act. The Court held that emotional blackmail, humiliation, and misuse of a wife’s private photographs by the husband destroy the foundation of marriage and amount to mental…
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Pension Claim Raised After 16 Years Rejected; Court Upholds Bihar Government’s Stand in EPF vs Pension Dispute: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has delivered a significant ruling clarifying the legal position on pension claims by employees who have opted for the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) scheme. In State of Bihar vs. Savitri Devi & Others, the Court held that an employee who consciously opted for EPF and accepted all terminal…
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Bail Denied to Suspended IAS Officer Vinay Kumar Choubey in Land Scam Case; Court Says He ‘Abused Power of His Post’: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court on January 06, 2026 rejected the regular bail application filed by former Hazaribagh Deputy Commissioner and suspended IAS officer Vinay Kumar Choubey in a major alleged land scam case investigated by the Anti Corruption Bureau. The judgment was delivered by Hon’ble Justice Sanjay Kumar…
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Court States That Rape Victim's Testimony Is Valid Even Without Medical Evidence, But Courts Must Be Cautious of False Accusations: Jharkhand High CourtCourt
In a recent judgment, the High Court of Jharkhand has overturned the conviction and sentence of Anukaran Kandulna under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act) and Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Here’s a detailed breakdown of the case and the court’s decision: Case…
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Takes Suo Moto Action After Judge Faces Traffic Jam, Cites Previous Road Murder of District Judge: Jharkhand High Court
In a significant judgment, the High Court of Jharkhand, through Justice Sanjay Kumar Dwivedi, has brought to light the serious issue of judicial safety following a political demonstration near the residence of the Chief Minister of Jharkhand. The case titled "Court on its Own Motion versus The State of Jharkhand" was…
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Court Directs State Govt To Identify "Illegal Immigrants" In Six Districts Allegedly Coming From Bangladesh: Jharkhand High Court
In a landmark ruling addressing the serious issue of illegal immigration and its impact on the demographic structure of Jharkhand, the High Court of Jharkhand at Ranchi has issued critical directives to both the Central and State Governments. The case, which brings to the forefront the changing demographics in the…
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Illegally Terminated Employee Entitled To Benefits As If Termination Never Occurred: Jharkhand High Court
In a significant ruling, the Jharkhand High Court, under Hon’ble Dr. Justice S.N. Pathak, has directed the State of Jharkhand to regularize the service period of XYZ, a petitioner who faced wrongful termination in 1992. The court’s decision emphasizes the importance of rectifying injustices faced by government…
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To Attract Applicability Of Section 324 IPC, Voluntary Hurt Must Be Caused By 'Dangerous' Instrument Which Can Cause Death: Jharkhand High Court
On 24th May 2024, the High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi, delivered a significant judgment in the case involving appellants Bhalu Kalindi, Chhotu Kalindi, Musru Kalindi, and Babu Lall Kalindi. The court revisited their convictions for various offenses, clarifying the extent of their culpability under the Indian Penal…
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Married policeman's live-in relationship amounts to violation of service rules: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has dismissed a petition filed by a constable, Rajeev Kumar (name changed), challenging his dismissal from service for having a live-in relationship with a woman other than his wife. Highlights of the Case: Rajeev Kumar, a constable with the Hazaribagh Police Station, was accused of living in…
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Court Refers Contempt Case Against Advocate General To Larger Bench Amid Claims Of False Affidavits, Procedural Complexities: Jharkhand High Court
The High Court of Jharkhand, presided over by Justice Sanjay Kumar Dwivedi, has raised critical questions regarding the procedure to be followed in contempt of court cases. This comes in light of the apparent contradictions between the Supreme Court’s rulings and a previous decision by the Division Bench of the same…
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Discharge Of Debt By Drawer To Be Determined At Trial, Can't Be Ground For Quashing Cheque Bounce Case U/S 138 NI Act: Jharkhand High Court
Moina Khatoon, a resident of Ramgarh, Jharkhand, recently faced a setback in the High Court of Jharkhand after their petition to quash a cheque bounce case against them was dismissed. The Case: Khatoon had issued a cheque of Rs. 80,000 to Abhishek Kumar Verma for the purchase of cement. However, when Verma presented…
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Deceased Employee's Wife Entitled For Compensation From Date Of Death, Irrespective Application: Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has ruled in favor of a son seeking compassionate appointment and his mother seeking monetary compensation following the death of their father/husband, a coal mine employee. The deceased employee's wife, Shanti Devi, and son, Rahul Kumar, challenged the decision of Bharat Coking Coal Limited…
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Court Orders State To Pay ₹5 Lakhs Compensation For Illegal Demolition Of Shops, Additional ₹25K For Mental Agony Of Shop Owner: Jharkhand High Court
In a significant ruling, the Jharkhand High Court has directed the state authorities to compensate Mr. Rajendra Prasad Sahu, a resident of Chaur village in Chatra district, with a sum of Rs. 5,00,000/- for the demolition of his shops, citing illegal and arbitrary actions. The court further ordered an additional Rs.…
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Intimate Relationship Between Adults Does Not Justify Sexual Assault On Partner: Bombay High Court While Refusing To Quash Rape Case
In a recent judgment, the Bombay High Court, comprising Justices A. S. Gadkari and Dr. Neela Gokhale, dismissed Criminal Writ Petition No. 3181 of 2023 filed by Amol Bhagwan Nehul against the State of Maharashtra and ABC. The petition sought to quash FIR No. 490 of 2023 registered at Karad Taluka Police Station,…
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Pensionary Benefits And Gratuity Can't Be Withheld During Pendency Of Criminal Proceedings Against Employees: Jharkhand High Court
In a recent judgment, the Jharkhand High Court, under the Hon'ble Dr. Justice S.N. Pathak, directed the Jharkhand government and Ranchi University to release the pension and other retirement benefits to Shanti Devi, a retired lecturer, despite the pending criminal cases against her. The court emphasized the principles…
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About the Jharkhand High Court
The Jharkhand High Court was established in 2000, when Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar. It has jurisdiction over the state of Jharkhand.
Seat
Ranchi
State / UT
Jharkhand
Region
East India
