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15/04/2026, 2 months ago

Contempt Jurisdiction Is Not a Tool for Re-Adjudication: Supreme Court Reaffirms Limits on Judicial Overreach

Introduction: In Jalim Singh v. Nand Kishore & Ors. (2026 LiveLaw (SC) 364), the Supreme Court of India delivered a significant ruling clarifying the scope and limits of contempt jurisdiction. The case arose from a prolonged service dispute involving the appellant, Jalim Singh, an employee who had earlier secured a favourable judgment from the Allahabad […]

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13/04/2026, 2 months ago

Advocates Cannot Stall Proceedings Over Unpaid Fees: Kerala High Court Reaffirms Client’s Right to Change Counsel

Introduction: The case of XXX and Another v. YYY and Others came before the Kerala High Court, raising a critical issue concerning the professional boundaries of advocates and their rights vis-à-vis unpaid legal fees. The petitioners, two practicing advocates, approached the High Court seeking to keep in abeyance the execution proceedings initiated by their former […]

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13/04/2026, 2 months ago

State Election Commission Cannot Independently Alter Voter Rolls: Gujarat High Court Upholds Right to Electoral Inclusion

Introduction: The case of Varsha Mukeshbhai Katara v. The State Election Commission Through Secretary & Ors. came before the Gujarat High Court, raising a crucial question regarding the powers of the State Election Commission (SEC) in the preparation and modification of electoral rolls for municipal elections. The petitioner, a voter seeking inclusion in the electoral […]

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13/04/2026, 2 months ago

Recording Office Calls Not ‘Spying’ Under Official Secrets Act: Bombay High Court Draws Clear Legal Distinction

Introduction: The case of Pravin Shyamrao Samarth v. State of Maharashtra came before the Bombay High Court, Nagpur Bench, raising an important question regarding the scope and applicability of the Official Secrets Act, 1923 (OSA) in the context of workplace conduct and digital communication. The case revolved around allegations that an employee of Maharashtra Metro […]

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13/04/2026, 2 months ago

41-Year Delay in Land Possession Sparks Judicial Outrage: Allahabad High Court Seeks Accountability from State Authorities

Introduction: The case of B.N. Tripathi and Others v. State of U.P. and Another came before the Allahabad High Court, presenting a deeply troubling instance of administrative apathy and prolonged denial of rights. The matter revolved around a 90-year-old plaintiff who, along with his co-lessee, had been allotted a plot measuring 2222 square yards by […]

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13/04/2026, 2 months ago

Allahabad High Court Can Enhance Compensation Suo Motu Under Order 41 Rule 33 CPC Even Without Cross Appeal

Introduction: The case of Satish Chandra Singhal v. State of U.P. and Another came before the Allahabad High Court, raising a significant issue concerning the scope of appellate powers under the Code of Civil Procedure, particularly Order 41 Rule 33. The matter arose out of land acquisition proceedings under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, where […]

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13/04/2026, 2 months ago

Delegation of Refund Powers Under RERA Upheld: Bombay High Court Clarifies Scope of Adjudicating Officer’s Authority

Introduction: The case of Marvel Landmarks Pvt. Ltd. v. State of Maharashtra & Ors. came before the Bombay High Court, presenting an important question regarding the interpretation of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA). The central issue revolved around whether an Adjudicating Officer, appointed under the Act, possesses the authority to direct […]

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13/04/2026, 2 months ago

No Prior Notice Needed for Property Seizure Under BNSS Section 106: Allahabad High Court Draws Clear Distinction from Section 107

Introduction: The case of Ashish Rawat v. Union of India and Others came before the Allahabad High Court, raising significant questions concerning the scope and interpretation of police powers under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), particularly Sections 106 and 107. The controversy primarily revolved around the freezing of bank accounts during the course of […]

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13/04/2026, 2 months ago

Waiver of Maintenance Rights Invalid: Punjab and Haryana High Court Reaffirms Wife’s Statutory Protection Under CrPC

Introduction: The present case arose before the Punjab and Haryana High Court, wherein the Court dealt with a crucial question concerning the enforceability of agreements waiving a wife’s right to claim maintenance. The matter involved a revision petition filed by the husband challenging the order of the Family Court, Hoshiarpur, which had granted monthly maintenance […]

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