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summary judgment
Calcutta High Court Denies Summary Judgment on Commission Claim: “Triable Issues Exist; No Summary Decree Can Be Passed Without Evidence”
July 30, 2025
patna high court
Patna High Court Grants Relief to Former Block Officer in Certificate Recovery: “No Coercive Steps Until Objections Decided Under Section 10 of the Public Demands Recovery Act”
July 30, 2025
deceased assessee
Calcutta High Court Quashes Reassessment Proceedings Initiated Against Deceased Assessee: “Assessing Officer Cannot Issue Notice to a Dead Person When Legal Heirs Are Known”
July 30, 2025
breach of contract
Kerala High Court Declares Forfeiture of Earnest Money Illegal in Absence of Contractual Breach: “In the Absence of Breach, There Is No Justification for Retaining the Advance”
July 30, 2025
personal notice
Patna High Court Quashes Land Acquisition Proceedings for NH-106 Due to Failure to Serve Personal Notice: “Without Individual Notice Under Section 3G(3), Compensation Proceedings Are Void”
July 30, 2025
retirement benefits
Telangana High Court Orders Authorities to Release Gratuity and Retirement Benefits to Retired Driver After Eight-Year Delay: “Delay in Disbursing Lawful Entitlements Defeats the Very Purpose of Retirement Benefits”
July 30, 2025
disabled teacher
Patna High Court Denies Full Back Wages to Reinstated Disabled Teacher: “Entitlement Limited to Salary for Period Actually Worked, Not for Time Spent Under Termination”
July 30, 2025
pending payment
Patna High Court Directs Divisional Commissioner to Decide Contractor’s Pending Payment Grievance: “Representation Must Be Disposed of in Accordance With Law After Hearing All Parties”
July 30, 2025
delayed notice
Bombay High Court Slams MHADA’s Executive Engineers for Illegal Redevelopment Notices: “No Power to Bypass Law; Rule of Law Must Prevail” — Orders Judicial Inquiry Into Over 900 Section 79-A Notices Issued Without Jurisdiction
July 30, 2025
matrimonial dispute
Delhi High Court Upholds Eviction of Husband in Matrimonial Dispute: “Right to Shared Household Cannot Be Used to Harass Parents-in-law”
July 30, 2025
badminton
Supreme Court Quashes FIR Against National Badminton Stars: “Criminal Process Cannot Be Used As A Weapon Of Harassment”
July 30, 2025
personal accident
Kerala High Court Rules That Personal Accident Insurance Cannot Be Deducted from Motor Accident Compensation: “Statutory Compensation Cannot Be Offset Against Contractual Payments”
July 30, 2025
delayed notice
Calcutta High Court Refuses to Grant Injunction to Angels Foundation in School Premises Dispute: “Right to Possession Must Be Lawful and Legally Enforceable”
July 30, 2025
trespassers
Calcutta High Court Refuses Judgment on Admission in Possession Suit Against Alleged Trespassers: “Adverse Possession Plea Goes to Root of the Case, Precludes Summary Decree”
July 30, 2025
loan recovery
Calcutta High Court Appoints Arbitrator in Loan Recovery Dispute Involving Aditya Birla Capital: “Objections on Jurisdiction, Limitation and Privity to Arbitration are Issues for Arbitrator to Decide”
July 30, 2025
land dispute
Bombay High Court Upholds Minister’s Order Directing Fresh Inquiry into Land Consolidation Dispute: “Superintendent’s Inquiry Was Misconceived and Against Natural Justice”
July 30, 2025
zila parishad
Bombay High Court Rules Notice Under Zilla Parishad and Village Panchayat Acts Mandatory and Not Waivable: “Trial Court Cannot Bypass Statutory Notice Requirements” — Suit for Injunction and Declaration Rejected
July 30, 2025
supreme court
Supreme Court Holds Fresh FIR by SHL Not Barred Despite Similar Allegations in Earlier Complaint — “Once much water has flown down the bridge, discretion to quash FIR need not be exercised”
July 26, 2025
design registration
Bombay High Court Refuses Injunction to Atomberg: “Design registration diluted if material shows it was already in public domain” — No Interim Relief for Alleged Ceiling Fan Infringement
July 26, 2025
dishonour of cheque
Supreme Court Sets Aside High Court Order Disallowing Complaint Amendment in Dishonoured Cheque Case: “Curable Error Cannot Lead to Injustice; Prejudice Is the Real Test”
July 26, 2025
no dowry death
Supreme Court Dismisses Petition Challenging Acquittal in Dowry Death Case: “High Court’s Evaluation Not Perverse; Appellate Interference Unwarranted in View of Two Possible Views”
July 26, 2025
defamation
Supreme Court Reinstates Conviction in Defamation Case Against Editor: “Right to Reputation is a Fundamental Right, Press Freedom Not a License for False Allegations”
July 26, 2025
full compensation
Supreme Court Restores Full Compensation to Deceased Driver’s Family; Rejects Insurance Company’s Limited Liability Claim Citing “Absence of Pleadings Cannot Be Cured by Guidelines”
July 26, 2025
ombudsman award
Kerala High Court Sets Aside Insurance Ombudsman Award: “Policies Taken By Proprietary Concerns Are Not ‘Personal Lines’ Within The Meaning Of The Rules”
July 26, 2025
private property
Kerala High Court Rules that State Cannot Take Over Private Land Without Title: “A Person in Possession Cannot Be Dispossessed Except in Accordance with Law”
July 26, 2025
territorial jurisdiction
Supreme Court Clarifies Territorial Jurisdiction in Cheque Bounce Cases: “Jurisdiction Lies Where Payee Maintains Account, Not Where Cheque is Deposited”
July 26, 2025
pocso
Supreme Court modifies life sentence under POCSO for pre-amendment offence: “Convict cannot be punished beyond what law permitted at the time of offence”
July 26, 2025
gold smuggling
Calcutta High Court Grants Bail in Gold Smuggling Case: “Mere possession of gold without evidence of smuggling conspiracy cannot justify prolonged detention”
July 26, 2025
dowry death quashed
Kerala High Court Quashes Dowry Harassment Proceedings: “Allegations are vague and lack the specificity necessary to constitute a triable offence”
July 26, 2025
minor penalty
Supreme Court Upholds Disciplinary Proceedings by Minor Penalty Authority for Major Charges: “Issuance of Charge-Sheet by General Manager Could Not Have Been Faulted”
July 26, 2025
rajya sabha
Supreme Court Upholds Rajya Sabha Chairman’s Authority to Reject Disqualification Pleas Against Vice President: “No Prohibition on Deciding Maintainability at the Threshold”
July 26, 2025
suicide
Bombay High Court Grants Bail in Abetment to Suicide Case: “Failure to Return Money and Intemperate Language Cannot Be Construed as Abetment”
July 26, 2025
preventive detention quashed
Kerala High Court quashes detention order for “non-application of mind”: Court finds District Magistrate failed to consider ‘live and proximate’ nature of offences and relevance of bail order
July 25, 2025
cancel bail
Kerala High Court Cancels Bail for International Travel Without Permission: “Judicial Orders Are Not to Be Taken Lightly or Circumvented”
July 25, 2025
ndps
Kerala High Court Grants Statutory Bail in NDPS Case, Holds Section 10 of General Clauses Act Inapplicable to Section 187(3) BNSS When Final Report Is Filed After 180-Day Limit Due to Holiday” Filing the final report after the 180th day, even if the day is a holiday, cannot deprive an accused of the right to statutory bail”
July 25, 2025
property sale dispute
Bombay High Court Refuses Interim Relief to Oberoi Realty in Disputed Apartment Sale: “Section 9 cannot be invoked to bypass established legal obligations”
July 25, 2025
cheque dishonour
Madras High Court Quashes Cheque Dishonour Proceedings for Defective Statutory Notice: “Mere issuance of notice is not enough, it must fulfill the mandate of Section 138”
July 25, 2025
property fraud
Supreme Court Sets Aside Quashing of Criminal Complaint over Property Fraud Allegations: “Second Quashing Petition Cannot Be Used to Circumvent Earlier Order”
July 25, 2025
environment
Bombay High Court Pulls Up Lonavala Municipal Council for Allowing Unchecked Construction Despite Environmental Regulations: “Civic Body Failed to Exercise Vigilance in Safeguarding the Eco-Sensitive Region”
July 25, 2025
quashing
Supreme Court Affirms Quashing of SC/ST Act Charges for Government Officers: “Caste Alone Cannot Be Basis for Prosecution Without Mala Fide Intent or Evidence of Caste-Based Offence”
July 25, 2025
trademark dispute
Delhi High Court: “Trademark Use by Hotel Operator Must Be Fair, Contractual, and Without Dilution”—Court Upholds Hyatt’s Rights Against Ex-Franchisee Operating Similar Brand
July 25, 2025
high court of kerala
Kerala High Court: “Buyer Cannot Claim Charge in Absence of Completed Assignment”—Court Sets Aside Attachment Order, Rules No Charge Exists Without Privity or Assignable Right
July 25, 2025
dental student and dci
Bombay High Court Quashes DCI’s Direction to Discharge MDS Student Over Upload Delay: “Student’s Career Cannot Be Ruined Due to Dental College’s Connectivity Issues”
July 25, 2025
town planning scheme
Bombay High Court Reverses Lower Court Orders, Upholds Statutory Vesting of Land with Municipal Corporation under Town Planning Scheme, Rejects Title Claim by Legal Heirs for Lapsed Reservation, Grants Only Compensation with Interest Due to Unclaimed Payment Since 1928
July 25, 2025
father daughter
Bombay High Court Upholds Daughters’ Right to Insurance Policy Maturity Amount, Rules Beneficial Nominee Has Statutory Ownership Under Section 39(7) of Insurance Act, Overriding Succession Law Where Policies Are Self-Acquired, Denies Widow’s Interim Claim Due To Absence of Title and Disputed Will
July 25, 2025
supreme court
Supreme Court Expunges Strictures Against Rajasthan Judicial Officer, Holds High Courts Cannot Condemn Judicial Officers Unheard, Reiterates “Criticism Should Target Orders, Not Judges”, Allows Appeal Where Bail Order was Criticized Without Notice and Relied on Overruled Precedent
July 25, 2025
arbitrator
Supreme Court Denies Appointment of Arbitrator, Holds Clause with “May be Sought Through Arbitration” Not a Binding Arbitration Agreement, Emphasises Prima Facie Scrutiny of Arbitration Clauses to Weed Out Non-Existent Agreements, Clarifies Parties Cannot Unilaterally Invoke Arbitration Without Clear Contractual Consensus
July 25, 2025
supreme court
Supreme Court Quashes Criminal Proceedings for Cheating Allegations Between Seller and Builder’s Agent, Holding Civil Land Disputes Cannot Be Criminalised, Orders ₹10 Lakh Cost on Complainant for Misusing Criminal Law, Protects Aged Widow and Daughter from Harassment in Property Deal Gone Sour
July 25, 2025
bribe
Kerala High Court Partially Allows Appeal by Reducing Sentence While Upholding Conviction of Public Servant Under Corruption Law After Accepting Bribe, Citing Sufficient Proof of Demand and Acceptance Despite Absence of Direct Evidence, Distinguishes Criminal Misconduct From Civil Dispute, Declines Acquittal Request
July 25, 2025
karta
Bombay High Court Dismisses Appeal by Subsequent Purchaser Against Declaration of Sale Deed as Non-Binding, Upholds Protection of Coparcenary Rights in Joint Hindu Family Property Sold by Karta Without Legal Necessity, Citing Validity of Ancestral Ownership Rights Over Alleged Bona Fide Purchases
July 25, 2025
Delhi High Court Upholds Arbitral Award: "Petitioner’s Termination of Contract Invalid Due to Delays in Structural Drawings and Failure to Grant Extensions, Rendering Counterclaims Unjustified"
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Delhi High Court Upholds Arbitral Award: “Petitioner’s Termination of Contract Invalid Due to Delays in Structural Drawings and Failure to Grant Extensions, Rendering Counterclaims Unjustified”

Court's Decision The Delhi High Court upheld the arbitral award favoring the respondent, concluding that the termination of the contract by the petitioner was unjustified. The court emphasized that the…
Posted by Rawlaw November 20, 2024
Delhi High Court Quashes BSNL’s Rescission of Purchase Order: "Arbitration Clause Does Not Bar Article 226 Petition Alleging Arbitrariness by a Public Entity, Even in Contractual Disputes
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Delhi High Court Quashes BSNL’s Rescission of Purchase Order: “Arbitration Clause Does Not Bar Article 226 Petition Alleging Arbitrariness by a Public Entity, Even in Contractual Disputes

Court’s Decision: The Delhi High Court quashed the rescission of a purchase order issued by BSNL to the petitioner, finding BSNL’s actions unreasonable and arbitrary. It emphasized the obligation of…
Posted by Rawlaw November 20, 2024
Bombay High Court Upholds Trial of Juveniles as Adults: "Heinous Nature of Offences and Capacity to Understand Consequences Justify Decision, Reinforcing Safeguards in Juvenile Justice System
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Bombay High Court Upholds Trial of Juveniles as Adults: “Heinous Nature of Offences and Capacity to Understand Consequences Justify Decision, Reinforcing Safeguards in Juvenile Justice System”

Court’s Decision The Bombay High Court dismissed the revision application filed by one of the juveniles (Child in Conflict with Law, "CCL No.1"). It upheld: The J.J.B.'s decision to try…
Posted by Rawlaw November 20, 2024
Bombay High Court: Section 36AAA Consistent with Constitutional Framework, Empowers RBI to Supersede Multi-State Co-operative Banks’ Boards for Up to Five Years – "Stringent Regulation Essential Even Amidst Constitutional Challenges''
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Bombay High Court: Section 36AAA Consistent with Constitutional Framework, Empowers RBI to Supersede Multi-State Co-operative Banks’ Boards for Up to Five Years – “Stringent Regulation Essential Even Amidst Constitutional Challenges”

Court’s Decision: The Bombay High Court upheld the Reserve Bank of India's authority to supersede the board of a multi-state co-operative bank. This decision was based on the conclusion that…
Posted by Rawlaw November 20, 2024
Bombay High Court Upholds Retrospective GST Audits for Deregistered Entities: Deregistration Does Not Shield Compliance Obligations or Prevent Audits Under Section 65; ₹7.01 Crore Liability Highlighted
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Bombay High Court Upholds Retrospective GST Audits for Deregistered Entities: Deregistration Does Not Shield Compliance Obligations or Prevent Audits Under Section 65; ₹7.01 Crore Liability Highlighted

Court’s Decision The Bombay High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging the GST audit initiated under Section 65 of the Maharashtra Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 (SGST Act). The…
Posted by Rawlaw November 20, 2024
Bombay High Court Dismisses Developer's Plea to Halt MHADA Redevelopment of GTB Nagar: Rules Cooperative Society Formation Invalidates Individual Agreements, Cites Public Interest and Lack of Evidence
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Bombay High Court Dismisses Developer’s Plea to Halt MHADA Redevelopment of GTB Nagar: Rules Cooperative Society Formation Invalidates Individual Agreements, Cites Public Interest and Lack of Evidence

Court's Decision In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court dismissed the writ petition filed by Lakhani Housing Developers challenging the Cabinet decision, Government Resolution (GR), and the e-tender issued…
Posted by Rawlaw November 20, 2024
Bombay High Court: Withdrawal of Consent in Divorce Proceedings Lawful; Refuses to Quash Criminal Complaints for Dowry Harassment and Cruelty, Affirms Their Validity Despite Divorce Dispute
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Bombay High Court: Withdrawal of Consent in Divorce Proceedings Lawful; Refuses to Quash Criminal Complaints for Dowry Harassment and Cruelty, Affirms Their Validity Despite Divorce Dispute

Court’s Decision The Bombay High Court rejected the petitioner’s plea to quash criminal proceedings under Sections 498-A and 406 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), holding that the respondent's withdrawal…
Posted by Rawlaw November 20, 2024
Supreme Court: Disciplinary Proceedings Against SBI Employee Post-Superannuation Invalid; Actions Over Loan Sanctions to Relatives Declared Void, Dues to Be Released in Six Weeks
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Supreme Court: Disciplinary Proceedings Against SBI Employee Post-Superannuation Invalid; Actions Over Loan Sanctions to Relatives Declared Void, Dues to Be Released in Six Weeks

Court's Decision: The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal by the State Bank of India (SBI), affirming the Jharkhand High Court's decision that disciplinary proceedings initiated against an employee post-retirement are…
Posted by Rawlaw November 20, 2024
Supreme Court: State Cannot Invoke Doctrine of Adverse Possession to Claim Ownership of Private Property Against Citizens; Upholds Plaintiffs' Ownership Based on Revenue Records
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Supreme Court Restores ₹1.75 Lakh Maintenance for Wife: Highlights Comfortable Lifestyle with Domestic Help During Marriage, Faults Madras HC for Reducing Amount Despite Husband’s Income as a Cardiologist

Court’s Decision: The Supreme Court allowed the appeal of the wife, setting aside the Madras High Court's order, which had reduced interim maintenance to ₹80,000 per month. It restored the…
Posted by Rawlaw November 20, 2024
Supreme Court: State Cannot Invoke Doctrine of Adverse Possession to Claim Ownership of Private Property Against Citizens; Upholds Plaintiffs' Ownership Based on Revenue Records
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Supreme Court: State Cannot Invoke Doctrine of Adverse Possession to Claim Ownership of Private Property Against Citizens; Upholds Plaintiffs’ Ownership Based on Revenue Records

Court’s Decision: The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal by the State of Haryana, affirming the High Court’s decision that the State cannot invoke the doctrine of adverse possession to claim…
Posted by Rawlaw November 20, 2024

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