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recruitment
Delhi High Court: Prosecutor recruitment requires strict compliance with experience criteria — “No relaxation beyond advertisement terms; writ petition dismissed”
February 14, 2026
bail
Supreme Court of India: Absconding accused cannot claim anticipatory bail on co-accused’s acquittal — “Granting pre-arrest relief after six years on the run is perverse; High Court order set aside”
February 14, 2026
concession
Bombay High Court: Withdrawal of additional increments for LSGD/LGS diplomas without notice of change prima facie illegal — “Long-standing concession attracts Section 9-A; interim stay upheld”
February 14, 2026
income tax
Supreme Court of India: Income Tax Department cannot deny regularization to similarly placed casual workers — “Misapplication of Umadevi corrected; services ordered regularized from 01 July 2006”
February 14, 2026
railway tunnel
Delhi High Court: Arbitral award granting 484-day extension in railway tunnel project upheld — “Critical path analysis plausible; no patent illegality in setting aside liquidated damages”
February 14, 2026
conviction
Supreme Court of India: No conviction under Essential Commodities Act after cement decontrol — “Absence of subsisting Section 3 order makes prosecution legally untenable; appellants acquitted”
February 14, 2026
NDMC property
Delhi High Court: No review against dismissal of challenge to NDMC property tax notice — “Writ court cannot issue pre-emptive directions when Note-2 already withdrawn; review petitions dismissed”
February 14, 2026
cooperative bank
Bombay High Court: Multi-State co-operative bank can invoke Section 84 arbitration despite SARFAESI action — RDB Act itself preserves option; Section 34 challenge dismissed
February 14, 2026
passport
Delhi High Court: Passport revocation under Section 10(3)(b) not to be examined in writ when statutory appeal exists — “Petitioner relegated to Section 11 remedy”
February 14, 2026
FSI Clause
Bombay High Court: Panvel 75% premium FSI clause upheld — “Clause 10.16 is a policy choice within Section 22(m) powers; no violation of Articles 14, 265 or 300A”
February 14, 2026
CDRS
Delhi High Court: No recovery, only co-accused disclosure and CDRs — “Section 37 rigours not attracted; Sunil Kumar granted bail in 14.472 kg Tramadol case”
February 14, 2026
spectrum
Supreme Court of India: IBC cannot override sovereign control of spectrum — “Telecom licence is a limited right to use, not an asset; DoT dues cannot be wiped out in insolvency”
February 14, 2026
section 11
Bombay High Court: Section 11 plea for substitute arbitrator maintainable despite mandate lapse — “Article 137 applies but 76–91 days’ delay condoned; former judge appointed”
February 14, 2026
cricket
Supreme Court of India: S. Nithya directions on 75% eminent sportsperson control inapplicable to cricket — “BCCI framework governs; district association not bound to mirror BCCI constitution”
February 14, 2026
ward formation
Bombay High Court: Courts cannot stall delimitation or ward formation once the election process is underway — “Articles 243-O and 243-ZG bar interference; objections can be raised in an election petition”
February 14, 2026
section 44A
Bombay High Court holds execution under Section 44A must remain summary—“Issues and full-fledged evidence only in exceptional cases”; order framing issues in UAE decree execution set aside
February 13, 2026
cheque bounce
Bombay High Court refuses to quash cheque bounce cases over merged bank cheques—“Validity can be curtailed by merger, but ‘funds insufficient’ memo triggers statutory presumption”; accused must prove defence at trial
February 13, 2026
customary concession
Bombay High Court upholds Industrial Court stay on city body’s circular withdrawing diploma-linked wage increments—“Customary concession can’t be ended unilaterally”,writ dismissed, status quo to continue
February 13, 2026
housing society
Bombay High Court sets aside housing society expulsion over member complaints—“Access to justice is not a privilege”; members restored, stay refused
February 13, 2026
121 5
Bombay High Court upholds statutory arbitration under Multi-State Co-operative Societies Act despite SARFAESI and RDB proceedings—“Option under RDB Act preserves Section 84 remedy”; Section 34 challenge dismissed
February 13, 2026
covenenat
Bombay High Court refuses to stay 30-foot height covenant in Altamount Road redevelopment dispute—“Plaintiff cannot approbate and reprobate its own title”; interim relief denied
February 13, 2026
santacruz footpath
Bombay High Court slams 20-year encroachment on Santacruz footpath—“No title, no right, no equity”; Section 314 demolition upheld, ₹5 lakh costs imposed
February 13, 2026
temple land dispute
Bombay High Court refers temple land dispute to arbitration—Society a “Veritable party to flat purchase arbitration clause”; Section 11 court won’t pre-judge arbitrability
February 13, 2026
sweeper compensation
Bombay High Court directs immediate ₹50 lakh Covid compensation to sweeper’s family—“Technicalities cannot defeat frontline sacrifice”; Collector barred from fresh scrutiny, timeline fixed
February 13, 2026
tata dealership
Bombay High Court condones 91-day delay in Tata dealership arbitration—“Mandate ends, not the arbitration”; substitute arbitrator appointed under Section 11
February 13, 2026
anganwadi
Bombay High Court upholds option rule for Anganwadi Sevikas elected to Panchayat—“No dual holding of posts”; termination quashed after resignation from elected office
February 13, 2026
specific performance
Bombay High Court refuses to reject 28-year-old specific performance suit at threshold—“Limitation and fraud are mixed questions”; Order VII Rule 11(d) plea dismissed
February 13, 2026
zilla parsishad
Bombay High Court directs clubbing of Zilla Parishad and aided school service for pension—“Rule 153 mandates combination of pensionable service”; 2010 rejection order quashed
February 13, 2026
tahsildar rasta
Bombay High Court rejects civil suit challenging Tahsildar’s Rasta order—“Appeal and civil suit under Section 143 are mutually exclusive”; one-year limitation strictly enforced
February 13, 2026
anticipatory bail
Bombay High Court refuses withdrawal of ₹10 lakh deposited for anticipatory bail—“Deposit without prejudice is not compensation”; complainant must await trial outcome
February 13, 2026
caste abuse
Bombay High Court denies anticipatory bail to parents in caste abuse case, protects sons—“Public view humiliation attracts Section 18 bar”; relief partly granted
February 13, 2026
port trust
Bombay High Court holds admitted documents dispense with proof — “Port Trust liable to refund illegal auction proceeds, ownership established by admissions”
February 11, 2026
fraud, deemed conveyance
Bombay High Court refuses to quash deemed conveyance despite fraud and title objections — “MOFA authority’s role is summary, civil court alone can decide ownership”
February 11, 2026
pension
Bombay High Court upholds SIDBI pension cut-off date — “Denial of retrospective pension not arbitrary, policy choice backed by Supreme Court precedent”
February 11, 2026
MOFA, deemed conveyance
Bombay High Court orders grant of deemed conveyance under MOFA — “Promoter’s delay defeated, statutory agreements prevail over disputed consents”
February 11, 2026
domestic violence
Delhi High Court denies residence order under Domestic Violence Act — “Voluntary relocation defeats claim to re-enter past shared household”
February 10, 2026
plot misuse
Bombay High Court holds housing society cannot deny membership for alleged misuse of plot — “Statutory right under cooperative law prevails over land-use disputes”
February 10, 2026
sexual offences
Delhi High Court refuses to quash FIR alleging marital cruelty and sexual offences — “Section 164 statement sufficient to proceed, no mini-trial under inherent powers”
February 10, 2026
defamation
Delhi High Court refuses to return defamation plaint filed against anonymous Facebook operators — “John Doe jurisdiction preserved, anonymity cannot defeat forum choice”
February 10, 2026
cheque bounce
Delhi High Court upholds cheque bounce conviction despite privity and limitation objections — “Statutory presumptions prevail, revision jurisdiction limited”
February 10, 2026
superannuation
Delhi High Court holds Section 17(B) wages cannot extend beyond superannuation — “Subsistence protection ends with service tenure, LIC entitled to modification”
February 10, 2026
private arbitration
Delhi High Court holds MSMED Act arbitration overrides private arbitration clause — “Facilitation Council retains jurisdiction despite contractual seat at Delhi”
February 10, 2026
judicial officer
Delhi High Court holds probationary judicial officer can be discharged for overall unsuitability — “Viral courtroom video not foundation, termination upheld”
February 10, 2026
motor accident compensation
Supreme Court of India enhances motor accident compensation, mandates future prospects for fixed salary earners — “Just compensation cannot ignore binding precedent or proven income”
February 10, 2026
injunction
Supreme Court of India dismisses injunction and possession suit for want of pleadings — “Maintenance grant to widow ripens into absolute ownership under Hindu Succession Act”
February 10, 2026
transgender rights
Supreme Court of India expands transgender rights advisory panel — “Continuity of expertise prioritised, additional member inducted”
February 10, 2026
consumer compensation
Supreme Court of India rules revenue officers cannot revive vested land through review — “Executive overreach violates finality and separation of powers, State appeal allowed”
February 10, 2026
vested land
Supreme Court of India cuts ₹2 crore consumer compensation to ₹25 lakh — “Damages cannot rest on photocopies, conjecture or sympathy”
February 10, 2026
Supreme Court ruling on land compensation
Supreme Court of India holds industrial land losers entitled to parity and statutory benefits — “State appeals on compensation methodology dismissed”
February 10, 2026
technical consultant
Supreme Court of India directs appointment of former Chief Statistician as technical consultant — “Expert statistical oversight mandated for national survey analysis”
February 10, 2026
Karnataka High Court Enhances Maintenance for Minor Child: Rules ₹5,000 Per Month Insufficient, Directs Reassessment Based on Respondent’s Financial Capacity and Child’s Welfare Needs
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Karnataka High Court Enhances Maintenance for Minor Child: Rules ₹5,000 Per Month Insufficient, Directs Reassessment Based on Respondent’s Financial Capacity and Child’s Welfare Needs

Court’s Decision: The Karnataka High Court intervened in a revision petition filed by the petitioner, who sought an increase in the maintenance amount granted by the Trial Court for her…
Posted by Rawlaw March 5, 2025
Kerala High Court Discharges Petitioners: Observes "Mere Allegations Without Supporting Evidence Cannot Sustain Charges" and Quashes Baseless Charges Under Section 239 Cr.P.C. Due to Lack of Evidence
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Kerala High Court Discharges Petitioners: Observes “Mere Allegations Without Supporting Evidence Cannot Sustain Charges” and Quashes Baseless Charges Under Section 239 Cr.P.C. Due to Lack of Evidence

Court's Decision The Kerala High Court, presided over by Justice Dr. Kauser Edappagath, reviewed a criminal revision petition filed by the petitioners (accused Nos. 5 and 6) challenging the dismissal…
Posted by Rawlaw March 5, 2025
Orissa High Court’s Judicial Scrutiny of Acquittal in Dowry Death Case: Upholding In-Laws’ Acquittal and Reaffirming That Conviction Cannot Be Based on Mere Allegations Without Concrete Evidence
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Orissa High Court’s Judicial Scrutiny of Acquittal in Dowry Death Case: Upholding In-Laws’ Acquittal and Reaffirming That Conviction Cannot Be Based on Mere Allegations Without Concrete Evidence

Court’s Decision The High Court dismissed the Criminal Leave Petition, ruling that: The acquittal was justified, as no evidence proved the involvement of the accused. The Trial Court’s decision was…
Posted by Rawlaw March 5, 2025
Gauhati High Court Upholds Termination of Contractual Teacher for Unauthorized Absence – Rules Writ Petition Unsustainable Due to Delay and Expired Contract
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Gauhati High Court Upholds Termination of Contractual Teacher for Unauthorized Absence – Rules Writ Petition Unsustainable Due to Delay and Expired Contract

Court’s Decision The High Court dismissed the writ petition on the following grounds: If the petitioner sought damages for wrongful termination, the proper remedy was a civil suit, not a…
Posted by Rawlaw March 5, 2025
Supreme Court Enhances Compensation for Amputee Labourer in Motor Accident Case – Applies Minimum Wages Act, Recognizes 80% Functional Disability, and Includes Future Prospects
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Supreme Court Enhances Compensation for Amputee Labourer in Motor Accident Case – Applies Minimum Wages Act, Recognizes 80% Functional Disability, and Includes Future Prospects

Court’s Decision The Supreme Court of India allowed the appeal and significantly enhanced the compensation granted to the appellant, who suffered an amputation due to a motor accident. The Court…
Posted by Rawlaw March 5, 2025
Delhi High Court Denies Mid-Session Admissions to DU LLB Program Despite Alleged Vacant Seats, Upholds Finality of Admission Process – Holds “No Endless Admissions Process”
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Delhi High Court Denies Mid-Session Admissions to DU LLB Program Despite Alleged Vacant Seats, Upholds Finality of Admission Process – Holds “No Endless Admissions Process”

Court’s Decision The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal filed by two students seeking admission to the LLB program at the University of Delhi (DU) despite vacant seats. The court…
Posted by Rawlaw March 5, 2025
Calcutta High Court Quashes Proceedings Under Sections 420/506/34 IPC, Declares Breach of Contract a Civil Dispute Not Amounting to Cheating or Criminal Intimidation
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Calcutta High Court Quashes Proceedings Under Sections 420/506/34 IPC, Declares Breach of Contract a Civil Dispute Not Amounting to Cheating or Criminal Intimidation

Court’s Decision: The Calcutta High Court quashed the criminal proceedings against the petitioners, initiated under Sections 420 (cheating), 506 (criminal intimidation), and 34 (common intention) of the Indian Penal Code…
Posted by Rawlaw March 5, 2025
Bombay High Court Upholds Validity of No-Confidence Motion Against Sarpanch, Rules That Non-Furnishing of Requisition Notice Does Not Invalidate the Democratic Process
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Bombay High Court Upholds Validity of No-Confidence Motion Against Sarpanch, Rules That Non-Furnishing of Requisition Notice Does Not Invalidate the Democratic Process

Court’s Decision The Bombay High Court dismissed the petitioner’s plea and upheld the validity of the no-confidence motion. The court ruled: The motion was legally valid. Failure to furnish a…
Posted by Rawlaw March 4, 2025
Delhi High Court Grants Bail in NDPS Case, Citing Prolonged Incarceration, Medical Condition of Thalassemia Major, and Lack of Direct Recovery, Despite Stringent Bail Restrictions Under Section 37 of the NDPS Act
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Delhi High Court Grants Bail in NDPS Case, Citing Prolonged Incarceration, Medical Condition of Thalassemia Major, and Lack of Direct Recovery, Despite Stringent Bail Restrictions Under Section 37 of the NDPS Act

1. Court’s Decision The High Court granted bail to the applicant, taking into account the following key factors: Prolonged incarceration: The applicant had been in custody since May 2023, with…
Posted by Rawlaw March 4, 2025
Supreme Court Rules That Commercial Laundry Services Using Power-Operated Machinery and Employing More Than 10 Workers Qualify as a "Factory" Under the Factories Act, 1948, and Restores Criminal Proceedings Quashed by the High Court
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Supreme Court Rules That Commercial Laundry Services Using Power-Operated Machinery and Employing More Than 10 Workers Qualify as a “Factory” Under the Factories Act, 1948, and Restores Criminal Proceedings Quashed by the High Court

Court’s Decision The Supreme Court ALLOWED THE APPEAL, setting aside the High Court’s decision. The complaint and summons were restored, and the case was remanded to the Judicial Magistrate for…
Posted by Rawlaw March 4, 2025

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  • Bombay High Court: Withdrawal of additional increments for LSGD/LGS diplomas without notice of change prima facie illegal — “Long-standing concession attracts Section 9-A; interim stay upheld”
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