J&K and Ladakh High Court Slams Mehbooba Mufti’s PIL on Prisoner Transfer, Calls It Politically Motivated

The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court dismissed Mehbooba Mufti’s PIL seeking transfer of prisoners from outside jails to J-K, terming it politically driven. The court said PILs cannot be used to gain political mileage or turn courts into platforms for electoral advantage.

J&K High Court questions Mehbooba Mufti’s PIL on bringing back prisoners from outside UT

The J&K and Ladakh High Court questioned the maintainability of Mehbooba Mufti’s plea seeking repatriation of J&K undertrials from prisons outside the Union Territory, asking how she was personally affected. The matter will be heard next on November 18.

Supreme Court Tells Petitioner: Move J&K High Court Against Ban on 25 Books

Supreme Court has asked the petitioner to approach the Jammu and Kashmir High Court against the government’s order banning 25 books. The bench also requested the High Court Chief Justice to form a three-judge bench for early hearing.

J&K High Court Rejects Petition to Quash FIR for Triple Talaq via Text Message, Instant Divorce Declared Illegal

The Jammu & Kashmir High Court dismissed a plea seeking to quash an FIR against a man for sending triple talaq via text. Justice Wani stated that instant talaq, whether spoken, written, or electronic, is “void and illegal” under the 2019 Act.

‘Relieved… We Were Suffering’: MHA Grants Visa to Pakistani Woman Deported After Pahalgam Attack

The MHA has decided to grant a visitor visa to Rakshanda Rashid, a Pakistani woman deported post-Pahalgam attack. The Jammu & Kashmir High Court dismissed her plea after the Centre’s assurance.

Mother-in-Law Can’t Appeal in Domestic Violence Case If Not Party to Trial: J&K High Court Clarifies Legal Stand

Jammu & Kashmir High Court ruled that a mother-in-law not party to a domestic violence case cannot file an appeal. Court said only “aggrieved persons” directly affected can challenge trial orders.

“They Ceased To Be Indian Citizens”: J&K HC Backs Deportation of Pakistani Couple Who Entered India on Visa in 1988

J&K High Court upheld the deportation of a couple who lost Indian citizenship after acquiring Pakistani nationality. Court ruled their stay post visa expiry had no legal basis. Srinagar: Today, on June 30, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has ruled that two Pakistani nationals, who had entered India with valid visas […]

Kashmir Man Denied Bail in Rape Case as WhatsApp Chats Reveal False Promise of Marriage: High Court

The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir denied anticipatory bail to Shakir-ul-Hassan, accused of raping a woman by falsely promising marriage. The court cited evidence from their WhatsApp conversations, highlighting the seriousness of the allegations. The judge emphasized the need for thorough investigation, rejecting claims of consensual relationship and suggesting potential evidence tampering.

Supreme Court Allows Yasin Malik’s Video Cross-Examination of Witnesses from Tihar Jail

Today, On 4th April, Supreme Court permits Yasin Malik to cross-examine witnesses via video conferencing from Tihar Jail.The court approved the use of video conferencing for witness cross-examination.Yasin Malik will be able to question witnesses remotely from Tihar Jail.This decision ensures that his legal process continues smoothly.

CJI Sanjiv Khanna: “We Clarify That Manipur Violence Cases to Be Tried with the Courts at Guwahati”

Today, 17th March, The Supreme Court ruled that cases related to the Manipur violence will be tried in Guwahati, dismissing requests for their transfer elsewhere. The bench emphasized that the trials would proceed in Assam’s capital to ensure fairness and security. This decision aligns with earlier directives aimed at expediting justice in the sensitive cases. The Court assured that necessary arrangements would be made to facilitate a smooth legal process.