The Delhi High Court warned the Delhi Police that it may order a Central Bureau of Investigation probe, stating the court would not let the matter go and could no longer trust the ongoing investigation, its police conduct.
Madras High Court commuted death sentence in child assault case to life imprisonment till natural life. Bench of N. Anand Venkatesh and K. K. Ramakrishnan stressed reform over finality of capital punishment.
Today, On 23rd April, Delhi High Court has issued notice to Arvind Kejriwal over alleged illegal publication of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma’s court videos, ordering all intermediaries to remove them, stressing larger institutional interest before the July hearing as the court proceeds.
The Bombay High Court said the 2006 Malegaon blasts case “seems to have reached a dead end” while discharging four accused, sharply criticising the NIA for completely ignoring crucial evidence earlier collected by the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) during its initial probe.
Madhya Pradesh High Court held acquittal under Section 498A IPC does not bar maintenance claims. Court clarified Section 125 CrPC operates independently, ensuring support if wife or child cannot sustain themselves.
The Allahabad High Court upheld disciplinary action against a clerk accused of misplacing a judicial file, stressing that such misconduct threatens justice, stating the loss of any judicial record is serious and “required to be handled with iron rod.”
Calcutta High Court stayed Election Commission of India directions tagging 800 individuals as troublemakers before polls. Bench led by Sujoy Paul found prima facie error in issuing blanket orders against citizens.
Rajasthan High Court sought Centre’s reply on plea challenging Transgender Amendment Act 2026. Bench led by Sanjeev Prakash Sharma issued notice, citing concerns over rights, privacy and self identification of transgender persons.
Delhi High Court declined PIL on LPG black marketing, directing petitioner to approach authorities. Bench led by Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Tejas Karia held issue falls within executive domain.
Madras High Court dismissed PIL against P. Umanath over MCC violation allegations. Bench led by Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari found no merit and denied relief in petition.
