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Kerala High Court
Ernakulam
The Kerala High Court was established in 1956. It has jurisdiction over the state of Kerala and the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
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FIR Ordered Against Pinarayi Vijayan, Veena Thaikkandiyil and Mohammed Riyas in CMRL-Exalogic Case: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court on October 9, 2026, directed the State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) to register an FIR in the CMRL-Exalogic case involving former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena Thaikkandiyil and his son-in-law Mohammed Riyas. Justice A. Badharudeen passed the order on a…
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Alleged Elbow Hit on Woman’s Chest Insufficient to Establish Intent to Outrage Modesty, Man Acquitted: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has acquitted Rajendran in a molestation case dating back to 2002, setting aside his conviction and sentence under Section 354 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Justice Jobin Sebastian passed the order on September 30, 2026, while allowing Criminal Revision Petition No. 481 of 2007. The case arose…
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Police Directed to Strictly Enforce Public Smoking Ban and Conduct Awareness on Passive Smoking: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has disposed of a public interest litigation seeking strict enforcement of the legal ban on smoking in public places across Kerala. The petition was filed by Prof. Monamma Kokkad in WP(PIL) No. 195 of 2026, decided on October 7, 2026. The petitioner argued that directions issued by the High Court…
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Notaries Act Protection Unavailable for Forged Attestation in Signatory’s Absence: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has dismissed a petition filed by P. Imbichi Koya, a 67-year-old advocate and Kerala State Notary, seeking to quash criminal proceedings against him in a vigilance case involving an allegedly forged consent letter linked to a building permit. Justice A. Badharudeen passed the order on September…
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498A Case Against In-Laws Retained Over Allegations of Calling Daughter-in-Law a ‘Servant’ and ‘Cancer in Their Life’: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has quashed criminal proceedings against Sreejith MS, the fourth accused in a matrimonial cruelty case, while refusing to end the case against his parents, Sasi MR and Shantha P.A. The order was passed by Justice G. Girish on 5 October 2026. The case arose from Crime No.64/2022 of Chottanikkara…
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20-Year Jail Term Upheld for Man Convicted of Repeated Sexual Assault on 12-Year-Old Niece: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has dismissed a criminal appeal challenging the conviction and sentence of the accused in a POCSO case tried by the Fast Track Special Court, Wadakkanchery. The case arose from Crime No. 977/2021 of Pazhayannur Police Station, Thrissur. The accused was convicted by the Special Court on 25.06.2024…
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Preventive Detention of BJP Councillor Sugathan R Quashed Over Procedural Lapses Under KAAPA: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has set aside the preventive detention of Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation Councillor Sugathan R under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 2007 (KAAPA), finding serious procedural lapses in the detention process. The petition was filed by his wife, Aswathi G R, challenging…
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Disability Does Not Extinguish Husband’s Duty to Maintain Wife, Kerala HC Upholds ₹10,000 Monthly Maintenance: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has dismissed R.P.F.C. No. 122 of 2024 and upheld an order directing the petitioner to pay ₹10,000 per month as maintenance to the respondent. The case arose from M.C. No. 137 of 2019 before the Family Court, Kottayam at Ettumanoor. The petitioner and respondent married on 1 August 2015. It was…
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Wife Declared Exclusive Owner of Jointly Registered Property, Husband Directed to Vacate House Within Three Months: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has declared Raslin the exclusive owner of a 2.8 Ares (7 cents) property and the building standing on it, in a matrimonial dispute involving her husband Shamsheer Kurudan Candy. The judgment was delivered on 26 September 2026 in Mat.Appeal Nos.84 and 581 of 2022. Raslin had claimed that her…
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YouTuber Thoppi Granted Anticipatory Bail, Kerala High Court Notes No Obscene or Sexually Coloured Remarks Were Directly Made by Him: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has granted anticipatory bail to Muhammed Nihad @ Thoppi in a case registered by Manjeri Police in Malappuram district over alleged objectionable remarks and the unauthorised display of a woman's photographs and videos during a YouTube livestream. The order was passed by Justice Dr. Kauser…
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Mere Relationship With Husband’s Family Insufficient for Domestic Violence Proceedings Without Proof of Shared Household: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has quashed proceedings under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 against two persons who were arrayed as the fourth and fifth respondents in a domestic violence case before the Judicial First Class Magistrate Court-IV, Kozhikode. The petitioners, who were the brother-in-law…
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Flag Insult Case Against Lakshadweep Man Quashed, Accidental Display of 'Saffron Down' Without Intent Not an Offence: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has quashed criminal proceedings against Mohammed Kasim H.K., who was accused of insulting the Indian National Flag by sharing a photograph in which the saffron band appeared at the bottom. Justice A. Badharudeen held that the prosecution material did not indicate that the flag had been displayed…
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Court Emphasizes Natural Justice in POSH Act Case: Complaint Not Served on Respondent, Witnesses Examined in Absence: Kerala High Court
In a significant legal development, the Kerala High Court, presided over by Justice Basant Balaji, issued a judgment on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, pertaining to WP(C) No. 9331 of 2024. The case revolves around allegations of sexual harassment filed against Vineeth V. V., aged 40, an Assistant Engineer residing in…
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Suicide Abetment Case, Court Sets Aside Interim Order Permitting Dr Ruwais To Re-Join PG Studies, Says College Authorities Not Heard: Kerala High Court
In a recent development, the Kerala High Court delivered a judgment in W. A. No. 425 of 2024, concerning the disciplinary proceedings against Dr. Ruwise E.A., aged 28, son of Abdul Rasheed E., from Kozhikode SVM P.O., Karunagappally, Ayanimel Kulangara Village, Kollam District. The case was presented before the…
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Woman Free To Make Personal Choice To Terminate Pregnancy Within Statutory Limits, Kenyan Woman in Jail Granted Permission to Terminate Pregnancy
1. Background: Gware Margret Sebina, a 32-year-old Kenyan national currently incarcerated at the Women's Jail and Correction Home in Viyyur, Kerala, sought permission from the High Court of Kerala to terminate her pregnancy. 2. Case Overview: The petitioner, represented by Advocates Aneesh K.R, Saurav B., and Lia…
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Wife Can't Unilaterally Withdraw Consent For Divorce After Settlement Was Arrived At During Mediation: Kerala High Court Upholds Dissolution Of Marriage
In a significant legal development in family law, the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam has issued a ruling shedding light on the complexities of divorce by mutual consent under Section 10A of the Divorce Act. The case in question, Matrimonial Appeal No. 894 of 2023, revolves around a marital dispute between X…
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Court Affirms Writ Jurisdiction for Interest on Delayed Retiral Benefits: Kerala High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court of Kerala has directed the payment of interest on delayed retirement benefits to a retired executive engineer, P.V. Nandakumar. The judgment was delivered by the Honourable Mrs. Justice Anu Sivaraman and the Honourable Mr. Justice C. Pratheep Kumar on Monday, the 4th day of…
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Paul Muthoot Murder: Kerala High Court Upholds Accused's Conviction & Sentence for Inflicting Fatal Stab Injuries
In a groundbreaking ruling today, the High Court upheld the conviction of the accused under various provisions of law in the Mannancherry murder case. The case, bearing case number Crl.A. No.178 of 2020, involved a violent altercation resulting in the demise of an individual, leading to a trial under relevant sections…
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Affirms Buyer's Right to Property Charge Under S.55(6)(b) TP Act in Case of Mutual Non-Performance: Kerala High Court
In a significant legal development, the Honorable Mr. Justice Sathish Ninan of the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam delivered a judgment on Tuesday, the 27th day of February 2024, addressing the matter of Ahammedkutty Bran v. Sukumaran & Another (RFA No. 349 of 2022). The case revolves around a dispute concerning the…
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Upholds Step-Father's Conviction For Rape Of Minor Daughter, Says Trial Court Ought To Have Awarded Compensation U/S 357A CrPC: Kerala High Court
Title: POCSO Act Empowers Courts to Compensate Victims in Landmark Case In a significant legal development, the Kerala High Court, in the judgment dated 1st March 2024, under Crl.A.No.673/2017, highlighted the pivotal role of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, emphasizing the obligation of…
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POCSO Act, Court upholds conviction of Catholic priest Edwin Figarez for repeatedly raping minor girl: Kerala High Court
Title: Conviction and Sentence Modified in Landmark Judgment under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act Section 21, Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012: In a significant legal development, a recent judgment by the Kerala High Court under Crl.A. Nos.1321 of 2016 & 160 of…
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Court Rejects Successive Habeas Corpus Petition on Same Detention Order Despite New Grounds: Kerala High Court
In a recent judgment dated February 20, 2024, the Kerala High Court, comprising the Honorable Mr. Justice A. Muhamed Mustaque and Mrs. Justice Shoba Annamma Eapen, dismissed a writ petition challenging a detention order under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 2007 (KAA(P)A). The case, W.P(CRL.) No.…
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SIT Head Authorized to File Final Report in Sharon Murder Case, Clarifies Kerala High Court Under Section 173 CrPC
In a significant ruling, the Honorable Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas, presiding in the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam, delivered a judgment on Wednesday, the 21st day of February 2024. The case in question, Criminal Misc. Case No. 153 of 2024, pertains to Crime No.1311/2022 of Parassala Police Station,…
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Court Orders CBI Probe into Alleged Sexual Assault and Death of Minor, Petitioner Seeks Justice: Kerala High Court
In a significant development, the Kerala High Court, presided by The Honourable Mr. Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas, has issued an order directing the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to take over the investigation into the tragic death of a 13½-year-old girl. The case, registered as Crime No.377/2023 of Museum…
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FIR Ordered Against Pinarayi Vijayan, Veena Thaikkandiyil and Mohammed Riyas in CMRL-Exalogic Case: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court on October 9, 2026, directed the State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) to register an FIR in the CMRL-Exalogic case involving former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena Thaikkandiyil and his son-in-law Mohammed Riyas. Justice A. Badharudeen passed the order on a…
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Alleged Elbow Hit on Woman’s Chest Insufficient to Establish Intent to Outrage Modesty, Man Acquitted: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has acquitted Rajendran in a molestation case dating back to 2002, setting aside his conviction and sentence under Section 354 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Justice Jobin Sebastian passed the order on September 30, 2026, while allowing Criminal Revision Petition No. 481 of 2007. The case arose…
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Police Directed to Strictly Enforce Public Smoking Ban and Conduct Awareness on Passive Smoking: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has disposed of a public interest litigation seeking strict enforcement of the legal ban on smoking in public places across Kerala. The petition was filed by Prof. Monamma Kokkad in WP(PIL) No. 195 of 2026, decided on October 7, 2026. The petitioner argued that directions issued by the High Court…
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Notaries Act Protection Unavailable for Forged Attestation in Signatory’s Absence: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has dismissed a petition filed by P. Imbichi Koya, a 67-year-old advocate and Kerala State Notary, seeking to quash criminal proceedings against him in a vigilance case involving an allegedly forged consent letter linked to a building permit. Justice A. Badharudeen passed the order on September…
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498A Case Against In-Laws Retained Over Allegations of Calling Daughter-in-Law a ‘Servant’ and ‘Cancer in Their Life’: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has quashed criminal proceedings against Sreejith MS, the fourth accused in a matrimonial cruelty case, while refusing to end the case against his parents, Sasi MR and Shantha P.A. The order was passed by Justice G. Girish on 5 October 2026. The case arose from Crime No.64/2022 of Chottanikkara…
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20-Year Jail Term Upheld for Man Convicted of Repeated Sexual Assault on 12-Year-Old Niece: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has dismissed a criminal appeal challenging the conviction and sentence of the accused in a POCSO case tried by the Fast Track Special Court, Wadakkanchery. The case arose from Crime No. 977/2021 of Pazhayannur Police Station, Thrissur. The accused was convicted by the Special Court on 25.06.2024…
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Wife Declared Exclusive Owner of Jointly Registered Property, Husband Directed to Vacate House Within Three Months: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has declared Raslin the exclusive owner of a 2.8 Ares (7 cents) property and the building standing on it, in a matrimonial dispute involving her husband Shamsheer Kurudan Candy. The judgment was delivered on 26 September 2026 in Mat.Appeal Nos.84 and 581 of 2022. Raslin had claimed that her…
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Mere Relationship With Husband’s Family Insufficient for Domestic Violence Proceedings Without Proof of Shared Household: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has quashed proceedings under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 against two persons who were arrayed as the fourth and fifth respondents in a domestic violence case before the Judicial First Class Magistrate Court-IV, Kozhikode. The petitioners, who were the brother-in-law…
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Flag Insult Case Against Lakshadweep Man Quashed, Accidental Display of 'Saffron Down' Without Intent Not an Offence: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has quashed criminal proceedings against Mohammed Kasim H.K., who was accused of insulting the Indian National Flag by sharing a photograph in which the saffron band appeared at the bottom. Justice A. Badharudeen held that the prosecution material did not indicate that the flag had been displayed…
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Section 233 BNSS Applies Only to the Same Offence, Cheating Case Not Stayed Pending Forest Investigation: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Roji Augustine, the first accused in Crl.M.C. No. 7404 of 2026, seeking to stay proceedings in C.C. No. 456 of 2022 until the final report was filed in O.R. No. 1 of 2021. The case arose from a timber transaction involving Rs.1.40 crore. According to the order,…
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Lawyer Cannot Swear Plaintiff’s Affidavit on Facts Beyond Personal Knowledge: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has set aside an order of the Munsiff Court, Chittur, allowing the production of additional documents in a partition suit after finding that the plaintiff's lawyer had sworn an affidavit beyond his personal knowledge. Justice Easwaran S. delivered the judgment on September 10, 2026, in O.P(C)…
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John Doe Suits Cannot Be Blocked by Procedural Technicalities When Defendants Are Unknown: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has directed the Principal Munsiff Court, Ernakulam, to number a suit filed by M/s Cubes Entertainments over an online review of the film “Kattalan”. The order was passed on 14 September 2026 by Justice Easwaran S. in OP(C) No. 2655 of 2026. The petition challenged the refusal of the Munsiff…
Delay in Challenging Family Court Orders in Matrimonial Disputes Can Be Fatal as Parties May Alter Their Marital Status: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has observed that delay in challenging orders passed by Family Courts in matrimonial disputes, particularly in matters relating to dissolution of marriage, can be fatal because parties may alter their marital status after the expiry of the appeal period. The Court emphasized that great care and…
About the Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court was established in 1956. It has jurisdiction over the state of Kerala and the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
Seat
Ernakulam
State / UT
Kerala
Region
South India
