Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court dismissed plea against Mohan Bhagwat security expenses, citing incomplete facts. Court found petition lacked proper research, relying mainly on media reports without verified factual foundation for claims.
Madras High Court stayed proceedings against K. Annamalai in Salem case over remarks on Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar. Justice M. Nirmal Kumar exempted appearance and issued notice.
Bombay High Court slammed the Centre’s inconsistent stands across courts, calling it “judicial chaos” and stressing the need for a clear national litigation policy. The Court also granted RoDTEP benefits to sugar exporters, reinforcing judicial consistency in tax matters.
Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma refused to step aside, calling the recusal plea a strategic move by Arvind Kejriwal to create a “win-win” situation. The court said recusal must be based on law, not narratives, and rejecting it protects judicial independence.
Delhi High Court dismissed appeal by Unnao survivor seeking death penalty for Kuldeep Singh Sengar citing delay. Bench of Navin Chawla and Ravinder Dudeja refused condonation of 1,945 days delay.
The Rajasthan High Court has reserved its judgment on Asaram’s appeal against his life sentence in a minor sexual assault case. The final decision will determine whether his 2018 conviction is upheld or overturned.
The Allahabad High Court has sought a reply from the Uttar Pradesh government over non-payment of a Rs 51,000 prize to a student. The winner approached the court after waiting nearly six months for the promised award from a state-run competition.
Madras High Court issued notice to Vijay, Election Commission of India and Income Tax Department over affidavit discrepancies. Bench noted apparent irregularity but sought responses before examining merits of case further.
Allahabad High Court dismissed children’s appeal over mother’s property, affirming absolute ownership under Hindu Succession Act, 1956. Justice Sandeep Jain held suit barred by limitation and absence of HUF nucleus proof.
Enforcement Directorate sought time to reply to plea by Jacqueline Fernandez in money laundering case linked to Sukesh Chandrashekar. Court adjourned hearing before Special Judge Prashant Sharma to May 8.
