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unfair labour
Bombay High Court: Keeping employees temporary for years despite perennial work is unfair labour practice — “Nashik District Central Co-operative Bank directed to consider regularisation”
March 10, 2026
axe blow, murder
Bombay High Court: Axe blow on wife’s neck after drunken quarrel proves murder— “Delay in FIR and inquest before registration not fatal; life sentence upheld”
March 10, 2026
motor accident
Madras High Court: Motor accident compensation enhanced to ₹15.28 lakh — “Functional disability, not medical disability, determines loss of earning capacity”
March 10, 2026
sudden brake
Madras High Court: Sudden braking by car driver caused fatal bridge accident — “Compensation enhanced to ₹22 lakh despite 30% contributory negligence”
March 10, 2026
housebreaking
Madras High Court: Woman convicted of housebreaking granted bail pending appeal — “Two concurrent sentences do not bar suspension of sentence”
March 10, 2026
factory injury
Madras High Court: Employer liable for factory injury despite worker’s alleged negligence — “Employees Compensation Act operates on ‘no-fault’ principle; appeal dismissed”
March 10, 2026
summon suspect
Madras High Court: Police may summon suspect for enquiry but cannot harass without due process — “Petitioner directed to appear before police”
March 10, 2026
puducherry officer
Madras High Court: Acquittal due to prosecution failure is “honourable acquittal”— “Puducherry officer’s removal after corruption conviction set aside; pension benefits ordered”
March 10, 2026
successor
Bombay High Court: Successor in interest can be impleaded even after 14 years — “No limitation for impleadment under Order XXII Rule 10 CPC”
March 10, 2026
sale agreement
Madras High Court: Sale agreement used as loan security cannot justify specific performance — “Property owner directed to repay ₹20 lakh with interest”
March 9, 2026
specific performance
Madras High Court: Specific performance denied where buyer failed to prove readiness and willingness — “Seller ordered to refund ₹7 lakh advance”
March 9, 2026
broadcast rights
Madras High Court: Dubbing rights do not include satellite broadcast rights— “Appeals over Telugu version of film Roja dismissed”
March 9, 2026
temple worship
Madras High Court: Police must ensure non-discriminatory temple worship during festival — “Petition for protection disposed with directions”
March 9, 2026
sand quarrying
Madras High Court: Petition seeking action against – “Illegal sand quarrying withdrawn, writ dismissed”
March 9, 2026
compensation, minor
Madras High Court: Compensation for injured minor enhanced to ₹4.30 lakh— “Insurer directed to pay first and recover due to absence of fitness certificate”
March 9, 2026
redevelopment
Bombay High Court: Developer cannot invoke arbitration against dissenting society member who never signed redevelopment agreement — “Section 11 application dismissed”
March 9, 2026
citation
Bombay High Court: Citation need not be served again when probate already granted — “Appeal seeking revocation of letters of administration dismissed for delay and lack of merit”
March 9, 2026
generator
Madras High Court: Generator liable for damages after abruptly stopping – ” Power supply without contractual basis, arbitral award upheld”
March 9, 2026
compassionate appointment
Madras High Court: Compassionate appointment cannot be repeatedly reconsidered after three reviews— “Tribunal order directing reconsideration set aside”
March 9, 2026
civil revision petition
Madras High Court: Civil revision petition dismissed as withdrawn after – “Petitioner seeks permission, no adjudication on merits”
March 9, 2026
input tax credit
Madras High Court: Same-month distribution rule for input tax credit by Input Service Distributor upheld — “GST Rule 39(1)(a) not arbitrary; telecom company’s challenge dismissed”
March 9, 2026
777 OIL
Madras High Court: Registered trademark “777 Oil” entitled to protection — “Single judge erred in treating mark as generic; appeal allowed and injunction granted”
March 9, 2026
voters free will
Bombay High Court: Star campaigner’s polling-day visit is not “undue influence” without coercion or interference with voter’s free will — “Election petition dismissed for lack of material facts”
March 8, 2026
patta transfer
Madras High Court: Patta transfer rejection without reasons violates natural justice — “Non-speaking order quashed and matter remanded”
March 8, 2026
eviction
Bombay High Court: A senior citizen can seek eviction of a child even without claiming monetary maintenance— “Right to residence forms part of maintenance”
March 8, 2026
return memo
Madras High Court: Civil revision not maintainable against mere return memo—”Party must first re-present petition with explanation”
March 8, 2026
harassment
Madras High Court: Student facing harassment and health issues must be allowed to write Class XI exams at a neutral venue— “School directed to issue marks, TC, and conduct certificate”
March 8, 2026
contempt
Madras High Court: Contempt petition closed after government confirms removal of encroachments— “No further action required”
March 8, 2026
dispute
Madras High Court: Amendment of plaint should be allowed before trial if it helps decide dispute fully — “Trial court order rejecting amendment set aside”
March 8, 2026
government doctor
Madras High Court: Long-serving contractual government doctors entitled to regularisation – “But monetary benefits only from tribunal order”
March 8, 2026
sale agreement
Madras High Court: Buyer must prove financial readiness to enforce sale agreement — “Specific performance denied but refund of advance granted”
March 8, 2026
gratuity claim
Bombay High Court: Employer cannot defeat gratuity claim by citing delay when it failed to determine gratuity and issue statutory notice — “Matter remanded on inclusion of special allowance in wages”
March 8, 2026
reasoned order
Bombay High Court at Goa: Reasoned orders cannot be created later to justify proceeding-sheet directions— “Revenue authorities must pronounce signed judgments and issue certified copies with full date endorsements”
March 8, 2026
granite
Madras High Court: PMLA case against granite firm cannot be quashed at threshold— “Illegal mining proceeds and use of quarry land raise triable money-laundering allegations”
March 8, 2026
will
Madras High Court: Registered Will cannot be rejected on conjectures—”Hospitalisation alone does not negate testamentary capacity; sons granted Letters of Administration”
March 8, 2026
notional income
Madras High Court: Notional income for self-employed accident victim raised to ₹25,000— “Motor accident compensation enhanced to ₹45.10 lakh”
March 8, 2026
seniority
Madras High Court: Seniority cannot override promotion panel based on performance gradings— “DPC assessment through ACRs upheld”
March 8, 2026
sec 8
Bombay High Court: Party Can Directly Seek Arbitrator Under Section 11 Without First Invoking Section 8 Before Civil Court — “Pendency of Suit No Bar; Splitting of Remedies Argument Rejected”
March 8, 2026
guardian-ward dispute
Delhi High Court quashes attempt to murder case in guardian–ward dispute — “Justice must be tempered with mercy” — FIR set aside with community service direction
March 5, 2026
cash credit withdrawal
Supreme Court of India clarifies guarantor liability in cash credit overdrawal — “Surety discharged only for excess beyond sanctioned limit under Section 133, not entirely” — Appeal allowed
March 5, 2026
FIR
Delhi High Court quashes cross-FIRs in extended family dispute involving obscene content and assault — “Continuation would serve no useful purpose” — Proceedings set aside after settlement
March 5, 2026
borrower of property
Madras High Court orders attachment of borrower’s property under Section 9 — “Non-furnishing of security after arbitral award leads to protective relief” — Application allowed
March 5, 2026
banquet hall assault case
Delhi High Court grants bail in banquet hall assault case despite grievous eye injury — “Not a stage for mini trial” — Custody beyond two months held unwarranted
March 5, 2026
seniority list
Delhi High Court upholds 2022 seniority list in aided school — “Interview timing has no statutory basis under Rule 109” — Vice Principal promotion cleared
March 5, 2026
railway contract
Supreme Court of India bars pre-award interest under railway contract — “Arbitrator is bound by contractual prohibition” — post-award interest reduced to 8%
March 5, 2026
arbitrator clause
Madras High Court invalidates lender’s unilateral arbitrator clause — “Such appointment mechanism no longer valid” — court appoints sole arbitrator and restrains vehicle alienation
March 5, 2026
maritime claim
Madras High Court dismisses maritime claim for non-prosecution — “No appearance despite name printed in cause list” — Vessel arrest vacated and release warrant ordered
March 5, 2026
motor accident compensation
Delhi High Court enhances motor accident compensation despite insurer’s appeal — “Tribunal’s duty is to award just compensation” — Total award increased to ₹1.25 crore
March 5, 2026
scotch dispute
Madras High Court refuses to stall trademark opposition in Scotch dispute — “Writ jurisdiction cannot be exercised on mere apprehensions” — Registrar free to proceed under GI Act
March 5, 2026
cestat
Delhi High Court holds Registrar of Firms has no power to cancel registration under Partnership Act — “Section 64 permits only rectification, not review or annulment” — cancellation order set aside
March 4, 2026
Gauhati High Court Upholds Tenant's Eviction: Landlord Is the Best Judge of His Requirement and Has the Freedom to Use Property as He Deems Fit"
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Gauhati High Court Upholds Tenant’s Eviction: Landlord Is the Best Judge of His Requirement and Has the Freedom to Use Property as He Deems Fit

1. Court’s Decision The Gauhati High Court dismissed the tenant’s revision petition under Section 115 of the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC), affirming: The trial court’s judgment and decree directing…
Posted by Rawlaw December 11, 2024
Delhi High Court Quashes Charges of Rape, Deceit, and Coercion: Holds Prolonged Consensual Relationships Cannot Retroactively Constitute Offenses Without Clear Evidence of Misrepresentation
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Delhi High Court Quashes Charges of Rape, Deceit, and Coercion: Holds Prolonged Consensual Relationships Cannot Retroactively Constitute Offenses Without Clear Evidence of Misrepresentation

1. Court’s Decision The Delhi High Court quashed the FIR and the charges framed under Sections 328, 376, 323, 377, 493, 509, and 506(Part I) of the Indian Penal Code…
Posted by Rawlaw December 11, 2024
Kerala High Court Allows Appeals to Be Withdrawn; Appellant Granted Permission to Seek Changes to Interim Orders Later, Depending on the Final Decision in Related Cases
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Kerala High Court Allows Appeals to Be Withdrawn; Appellant Granted Permission to Seek Changes to Interim Orders Later, Depending on the Final Decision in Related Cases

Court’s Decision: The Kerala High Court dismissed the writ appeals filed by Kannur Medical College and other appellants as withdrawn. Importantly, the dismissal was "without prejudice," meaning the appellants retain…
Posted by Rawlaw December 11, 2024
Supreme Court Refers Inconsistent Interpretation of Section 14 of Hindu Succession Act to Larger Bench: "Does Property Possessed by a Hindu Female Become Absolute Under Section 14(1) or Remain Restricted Under Section 14(2)?"
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Supreme Court Refers Inconsistent Interpretation of Section 14 of Hindu Succession Act to Larger Bench: “Does Property Possessed by a Hindu Female Become Absolute Under Section 14(1) or Remain Restricted Under Section 14(2)?”

Court’s Decision The Supreme Court directed the matter regarding the interpretation of Section 14 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, to be referred to a larger bench. This decision was…
Posted by Rawlaw December 11, 2024
Bombay High Court Upholds Acquittal in 498A Case: "Mere Allegations of ₹80,000 Demand and Harassment Without Substantiated Evidence Do Not Constitute Cruelty"
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Bombay High Court Upholds Acquittal in 498A Case: “Mere Allegations of ₹80,000 Demand and Harassment Without Substantiated Evidence Do Not Constitute Cruelty”

Court’s Decision The Bombay High Court dismissed the State's appeal challenging the trial court's acquittal of the accused under Sections 498A, 323, and 504 read with Section 34 of the…
Posted by Rawlaw December 11, 2024
Supreme Court: Undue Delay in Mercy Petition Processing and Execution Warrants, Combined with Administrative Negligence, Violates Article 21 and Justifies Commutation of Death Sentence to 35 Years of Rigorous Imprisonment
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Supreme Court: Undue Delay in Mercy Petition Processing and Execution Warrants, Combined with Administrative Negligence, Violates Article 21 and Justifies Commutation of Death Sentence to 35 Years of Rigorous Imprisonment

Court’s Decision The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to commute the death sentences of two convicts to a fixed term of 35 years of imprisonment. The court determined…
Posted by Rawlaw December 11, 2024
Bombay High Court Directs Oriental Insurance to Pay Rs. 27,13,582/- with Interest for Harassing Senior Citizen by Defying Insurance Ombudsman’s Award; Orders Exemplary Costs and Inquiry Against Officials for Non-Compliance
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Bombay High Court Directs Oriental Insurance to Pay Rs. 27,13,582/- with Interest for Harassing Senior Citizen by Defying Insurance Ombudsman’s Award; Orders Exemplary Costs and Inquiry Against Officials for Non-Compliance

Court’s Decision The Bombay High Court dismissed the Oriental Insurance Company’s Writ Petition No. 706 of 2024, which challenged the Insurance Ombudsman’s award dated May 3, 2021. It upheld the…
Posted by Rawlaw December 11, 2024
Supreme Court Grants Permanent Commission to Army Officer, Highlights Principle of Parity: "What is Sauce for the Goose Ought to Be Sauce for the Gander"
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Supreme Court Grants Permanent Commission to Army Officer, Highlights Principle of Parity: “What is Sauce for the Goose Ought to Be Sauce for the Gander”

Court’s Decision The Supreme Court of India allowed the appeal, holding that the appellant was entitled to parity with other similarly situated officers who were granted permanent commission by the…
Posted by Rawlaw December 11, 2024
Delhi High Court Suspends Sentence of Property Valuer Accused of Overvaluation in CBI Corruption Case: "Independent Investigation of Valuation by CBI Found Lacking"
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Delhi High Court Suspends Sentence of Property Valuer Accused of Overvaluation in CBI Corruption Case: “Independent Investigation of Valuation by CBI Found Lacking”

Court’s Decision The Delhi High Court granted the suspension of the sentence for the appellant, a property valuer convicted for allegedly overvaluing property in a corruption case. The conviction was…
Posted by Rawlaw December 11, 2024
Kerala High Court Mandates Compliance with Election Rules, Police Protection, and Videography to Prevent Bogus Voting and Ensure Transparency in Cooperative Society Elections
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Kerala High Court Mandates Compliance with Election Rules, Police Protection, and Videography to Prevent Bogus Voting and Ensure Transparency in Cooperative Society Elections

Court’s Decision: The Kerala High Court, in a writ petition concerning the fairness of elections to a cooperative society’s managing committee, issued the following directives: Elections must adhere strictly to…
Posted by Rawlaw December 11, 2024

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  • Bombay High Court: Keeping employees temporary for years despite perennial work is unfair labour practice — “Nashik District Central Co-operative Bank directed to consider regularisation”
  • Bombay High Court: Axe blow on wife’s neck after drunken quarrel proves murder— “Delay in FIR and inquest before registration not fatal; life sentence upheld”
  • Madras High Court: Motor accident compensation enhanced to ₹15.28 lakh — “Functional disability, not medical disability, determines loss of earning capacity”
  • Madras High Court: Sudden braking by car driver caused fatal bridge accident — “Compensation enhanced to ₹22 lakh despite 30% contributory negligence”
  • Madras High Court: Woman convicted of housebreaking granted bail pending appeal — “Two concurrent sentences do not bar suspension of sentence”
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