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16/05/2026, 2 weeks ago

Bhojshala Verdict: Madhya Pradesh High Court Declares Historical Site a Saraswati Temple and Reshapes Worship Rights

Introduction: The Madhya Pradesh High Court delivered a significant judgment concerning the long-standing Bhojshala dispute in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, holding that the religious character of the disputed site is that of a temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, also referred to as Vagdevi. The decision was rendered by a Division Bench comprising Justice Vijay Kumar Shukla […]

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15/05/2026, 2 weeks ago

Patna High Court Holds Tender Challenges Become Infructuous After Expiry of Bid Validity Period

Introduction: In a significant ruling concerning judicial review in government tender matters, the Patna High Court has held that once the validity period of a tender bid expires, no effective or enforceable relief can ordinarily be granted to a bidder challenging technical disqualification, even where allegations of arbitrary rejection are raised. The Court observed that […]

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15/05/2026, 2 weeks ago

Bar Council of India Seeks Verification of Advocate Status After Former Chief Minister Mamta Banerjee Appears Before Calcutta High Court in Lawyer’s Attire

Introduction: A fresh legal and professional controversy emerged after the Bar Council of India sought detailed information from the Bar Council of West Bengal regarding the enrollment and practice status of former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The development came after Banerjee reportedly appeared before the Calcutta High Court wearing advocate’s robes and white […]

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15/05/2026, 2 weeks ago

Madhya Pradesh High Court Reiterates That Purely Commercial Disputes Cannot Be Converted Into Criminal Prosecution

Introduction: In an important ruling concerning the misuse of criminal law in commercial and contractual disputes, the Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed an FIR registered for offences including cheating and criminal breach of trust, holding that disputes arising out of financial settlements, property transfers, and development agreements are essentially civil in nature and must ordinarily […]

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15/05/2026, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka High Court Questions Role of Convicted Police Officer in Murder Cover-Up, Says Duty of Police Is to Protect Victims, Not Shield Accused

Introduction: In a strongly worded oral observation concerning the integrity of criminal investigations and the constitutional role of law enforcement agencies, the Karnataka High Court remarked that a police officer’s duty is to protect victims and uphold justice, “not to be hand in glove with the accused.” The observation came while a Division Bench comprising […]

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15/05/2026, 2 weeks ago

Bombay High Court Declares Lack of Proper Bus Stops a Violation of Right to Dignity Under Article 21

Introduction: In a significant judgment expanding the scope of constitutional governance and urban civic responsibility, the Bombay High Court held that compelling citizens to wait for public transport on roadsides without proper shelter, seating arrangements, or basic passenger amenities violates their right to live with dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The […]

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15/05/2026, 2 weeks ago

Telangana High Court Rules Arms Licence Renewal Cannot Be Denied on Mere Apprehensions and General Law-and-Order Concerns

Introduction: In a significant judgment reaffirming the limits of administrative discretion under the Arms Act, 1959, the Telangana High Court held that renewal of an arms licence cannot be denied merely on the basis of vague apprehensions, generalized law-and-order concerns, or unsupported allegations of misuse when there is no concrete adverse material against the licence-holder. […]

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15/05/2026, 2 weeks ago

Allahabad High Court Refuses Protection to Interfaith Live-In Couple, Holds Muslim Personal Law Does Not Recognise Such Relationships on Puberty

Introduction: In a significant ruling concerning the intersection of personal law, constitutional liberty, and statutory marriage regulations, the Allahabad High Court held that Muslim Personal Law does not recognize or permit live-in relationships merely upon attaining puberty. The judgment was delivered by Justice Garima Prashad in the case of Shajiya Parveen and Another v. State […]

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15/05/2026, 2 weeks ago

Madhya Pradesh High Court Protects Elderly Parents’ Property Rights Against Casual Claims by Children

Introduction: In an important judgment balancing family property rights with the dignity and autonomy of senior citizens, the Madhya Pradesh High Court held that children cannot casually approach courts to restrain their aged parents from dealing with or enjoying their property without establishing a strong prima facie case regarding the existence of coparcenary rights. The […]

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