Delhi High Court holds that a director who resigned before cheque issuance cannot be held liable under Section 141 NI Act unless formally recorded with ROC. Key precedent on procedural compliance.
The Central Information Commission holds that public authorities must conduct a diligent search for RTI-requested records and file an affidavit if records are untraceable, reinforcing transparency obligations under the RTI Act.
Punjab & Haryana High Court holds that enhanced compensation under Section 164 of the Motor Vehicles Act applies to pending claims, even if accident occurred before amendment.
Kerala High Court quashes order under Section 45 of MHRCE Act for violating natural justice and lack of competent authority. Key precedent for trustee rights.
Madras High Court holds that GST officers must explore alternative service modes under Section 169 if notices via portal go unanswered, ensuring natural justice.
Gauhati High Court holds that once land vests under Section 3D of the National Highways Act, 1956, it cannot be returned even if unused. Compensation must be paid.
Telangana High Court holds that prolonged inaction on online land unblocking applications violates Article 300A; directs authorities to decide within four weeks.
Madras High Court holds that inadvertent errors in online application forms, without malice, cannot disqualify candidates from reservation benefits under Article 226.
Delhi High Court holds that acquittal on benefit of doubt does not entitle employee to count suspension period as service for pension benefits unless fully exonerated.
The High Court of Telangana holds that authorities must act on complaints regarding unauthorized hospitals under the Telangana Clinical Establishments Act, 2010, reinforcing statutory compliance.
Bombay High Court upholds conviction under Section 304A IPC for bus conductor's negligence in ringing bell before passengers fully alighted, clarifying liability without requiring wheel-over impact.
Chhattisgarh High Court quashes sealing notices against a poultry shop for lack of designated place under Section 264 of the Chhattisgarh Municipalities Act, 1961.
Punjab and Haryana High Court clarifies that transfer of criminal trials under BNSS Section 448 requires cogent evidence of bias, not subjective apprehension or delay.
Chhattisgarh High Court holds that provisional admissions in PG medical courses do not create vested rights; amendments to align with Tanvi Behl are valid and constitutionally sound.
Gauhati High Court holds that termination of Grade-IV employees after 14 years of service for procedural lapses, without fraud, violates natural justice and Article 14. Reinstatement ordered.
Andhra Pradesh High Court holds that procedural technicalities cannot defeat substantial justice; parties may seek summons for essential documents even if filed late or under wrong rule.
Punjab & Haryana High Court holds that in motor accident claims, income of deceased need not be proven by documents if oral evidence aligns with minimum wage norms and economic reality.
Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that 40% future prospects addition is mandatory for deceased under 35, and enhances loss of consortium and funeral expenses per Supreme Court precedents.
Punjab and Haryana High Court quashes preventive detention under PITNDPS Act where petitioner was on bail in five NDPS cases, holding that bail conditions must be considered before detention.
Gauhati High Court acquits accused in NIA terror case, holding that dock identification, photo ID, and electronic evidence without proper certification fail to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt.