Karnataka High Court
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Constitutional Law
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30 ARTICLES
Karnataka High Court
Failure to file a rejoinder despite sufficient opportunity does not invalidate closure of a Lokayukta complaint.
The petitioner lodged a complaint alleging that Agriculture Department officials misappropriated Government subsidy funds and cheated farmers.1 MIN READ↗
Karnataka High Court
Contempt proceedings do not survive after compliance with court directions and an unconditional apology.
In W.P. No. 200021/2026, the High Court directed the Special Land Acquisition Officer (SLAO) to consider the complainants’ applications under Section 28-A of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, and pass appropriate orders...2 MIN READ↗
Karnataka High Court
No ground for writ interference arose where the tribunal followed an earlier dismissal requested by the applicants.
The petitioners, retired employees who had initially worked on a daily-wage basis, sought before the Karnataka State Administrative Tribunal (KSAT) a direction to count their service from initial appointment through r...2 MIN READ↗
Karnataka High Court
Police cannot obstruct lawful spa operations but may act on credible information of illegality.
The petitioner, proprietor of Glow Family Spa in Kalaburagi, alleged that police officers had, without notice or a written closure order, forced her to shut the business.2 MIN READ↗
Karnataka High Court
Caste certificate cancellation by the Deputy Commissioner alone, without a Committee decision, is without jurisdiction.
The petitioner held a caste certificate issued on 30 March 2007 identifying him as “Adi Dravida” and obtained appointment at DRDO against a Scheduled Caste reservation2 MIN READ↗
Karnataka High Court
An interim stay suspends an order’s operation without extinguishing the order itself.
The petitioner challenged a Government order dated 11 June 2026 imposing the same penalties—four increments withheld with cumulative effect and recovery of ₹13,62,810—that had been imposed by an earlier order dated 23...2 MIN READ↗
Kerala High Court
Kerala High Court quashes molestation FIR, citing the complainant’s non-cooperation and her Dubai trip at the accused’s invitation
The petitioner was the sole accused in a 2018 FIR alleging offences under Sections 354 and 354A of the IPC.2 MIN READ↗
Karnataka High Court
An authority must assess alternative-site claims after verifying land use and comparable allotments.
The petitioner asserted that he and his family members owned 1 acre 11 guntas in Sy. No. 60/3, Nadanahalli Village, Mysuru, of which MUDA had used 26 guntas to form a road.2 MIN READ↗
Karnataka High Court
Authorities must consider residents’ representations and protect life and property from apprehended protests.
Residents of Mayuri Estate, Keshwapur, Hubballi, filed a writ petition alleging that farmer protests concerning sugarcane prices in their residential locality threatened residents’ rights and caused inconvenience.2 MIN READ↗
Delhi High Court
Failure to consider replies vitiates a refusal order for breach of natural justice.
The petitioner institute, which already held recognition for other teacher-education courses, applied to the Eastern Regional Committee (ERC) for recognition to conduct an M.P.Ed. course.2 MIN READ↗
Delhi High Court
Writ interference with discretionary Tribunal interim orders is unwarranted absent irreparable prejudice.
The respondent challenged before the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) a disciplinary penalty withholding 30% of his monthly pension for eight years, along with the appellate order.1 MIN READ↗
Karnataka High Court
CrPC Section 105-C attachment powers do not extend to property arising from ordinary local offences.
The petitioners challenged an order dated 30 November 2022 attaching their property in Crime No. 66/2022 of Panambur Police Station.1 MIN READ↗
Supreme Court
Supreme Court directs creation of national database to remove child sexual abuse material, recognises internet access as a fundamental right
In the continuing proceedings arising from Just Rights for Children Alliance & Anr. v. S. Harish & Ors., 2024 INSC 716, the applicants placed before the Supreme Court reports alleging that child sexual exploitation an...3 MIN READ↗
Karnataka High Court
Preventive detention cannot replace bail cancellation, Karnataka HC orders release of detenu amid public-order and document-supply lapses
The petitioner, wife of the detenu Sanju Kadkol, challenged his preventive detention under Section 3 of the Karnataka Prevention of Dangerous Activities Act, 1985.2 MIN READ↗
Madhya Pradesh High Court
State must reconsider Gurujis’ honorarium adequacy in light of Articles 23 and 43.
The petitioners relied on the Madhya Pradesh High Court’s order dated 14 October 2026 in Laxman Singh Dhakar and Others v. State of Madhya Pradesh and Others, submitting that it had decided the same controversy.2 MIN READ↗
Andhra Pradesh High Court
A satisfactorily explained delay in deciding a detention representation does not vitiate preventive detention.
The petitioner, the detenu’s wife, challenged his preventive detention under Sections 3(1) and 3(2) of the Andhra Pradesh Prevention of Bootleggers, Dacoits, Drug Offenders, Goondas, Immoral Traffic Offenders and Land...2 MIN READ↗
Karnataka High Court
An order rejecting a plaint amendment without reasons is liable to be set aside.
The petitioners challenged the First Appellate Court’s order rejecting their application under Order VI Rule 17 CPC to amend the plaint.2 MIN READ↗
Odisha High Court
Odisha High Court sets aside retrospective exclusion of cement units from SGST reimbursement under 2015 policy
Odisha’s Industrial Policy Resolution, 2015 (IPR 2015) provided incentives, including tax reimbursement for eligible Priority Sector units.3 MIN READ↗
Karnataka High Court
Post-trial amendments require due-diligence proof that the matter could not have been raised earlier.
The original plaintiff instituted O.S. No. 726/2009 and executed a Will on 18 June 2010.2 MIN READ↗
Delhi High Court
Right to be forgotten: Delhi High Court orders identity markers removed from orders quashing two FIRs
Two FIRs were registered following the death of the petitioner’s wife: FIR No. 13/2020 under Sections 498A/306/201/34 IPC, and FIR No. 464/2020 under Sections 420/467/471 IPC.2 MIN READ↗
Madras High Court
Temple festivals may proceed despite disputes, subject to inclusive participation and police protection.
The petitioner sought permission for his community to conduct the Purattasi festival at Sri Pattatharasi Amman, Ayyanar and Sri Vinayagar Temples in Thoppulakarai Village from 12 to 15 October 2026.2 MIN READ↗
Delhi High Court
A Show-Cause Notice Allowing Less Than 24 Hours to Respond Violates Natural Justice.
The petitioner challenged an NCISM order dated 8 September 2026 imposing a penalty of ₹1 crore and a further order dated 17 September 2026 denying permission to admit students for the 2026–27 academic session.2 MIN READ↗
Odisha High Court
Jharkhand man listed as SC cannot automatically be treated as an Odisha ST; Orissa High Court orders sale deed registration without tribal-land permission
The petitioner, a Jharkhand resident whose caste, “Bhuiya,” is recognised as a Scheduled Caste in Jharkhand, owned land in Mayurbhanj, Odisha.2 MIN READ↗
Allahabad High Court
Habeas corpus is inappropriate for disputed child-custody claims requiring a detailed welfare inquiry.
The petitioner-father sought a writ of habeas corpus concerning his five-and-a-half-year-old daughter, alleging that she was in the illegal custody of her mother and the mother’s friend.2 MIN READ↗
Madras High Court
Habeas corpus is not maintainable to resolve a disputed child-custody claim.
The petitioner sought a writ of habeas corpus directing her husband, the third respondent, to produce their four-year-old child and hand over custody to her.2 MIN READ↗
Madhya Pradesh High Court
Cyber-fraud freezes must be limited to disputed sums, with the remaining account funds released.
The petitioner invoked Article 226 of the Constitution seeking removal of the hold or freeze on his bank account.2 MIN READ↗
Madhya Pradesh High Court
The account must be unfrozen while the disputed amount remains secured in a fixed deposit.
The petitioner sought a direction under Article 226 of the Constitution to remove the lien or hold on his Bank of Maharashtra account and permit unrestricted operation of it2 MIN READ↗
Madhya Pradesh High Court
A bank account must be unfrozen when the disputed amount can be secured separately in a fixed deposit.
The petitioner sought a direction to ICICI Bank to unfreeze bank account No. 762201501260, while retaining ₹1,170—the disputed amount—in a fixed deposit, if required.2 MIN READ↗
Madhya Pradesh High Court
Challenges to mining-recovery show-cause notices are premature while the Collector’s adjudication remains pending.
Pacific Export challenged proceedings initiated under Section 21(5) of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 (MMDR Act), including show-cause notices seeking recovery of approximately ₹81.73 cr...2 MIN READ↗No articles match these filters.