The Karnataka High Court has declared Ministry of Home Affairs’ Office Memoranda on Look Out Circulars invalid, impacting banks’ loan recovery methods. The ruling stresses adherence to statutory provisions and fundamental rights, emphasizing constitutional validity over procedural technicalities. This sets a precedent for future legal interpretations and enforcement actions related to circulars and similar state entity directives.
Karnataka High Court’s attention to this issue came to the forefront during the quashing of a criminal case initiated by a man against his ex-wife’s third husband Karnataka High Court has identified “malicious parent syndrome” as a concerning trend in child custody disputes, shedding light on the complexities and emotional toll these battles take on […]
Justice N V Anjaria of Gujarat High Court was recommended to be the Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court by the Supreme Court Collegium, succeeding Justice PS Dinesh Kumar. Known for his expertise in civil and constitutional law, he was praised for integrity and competence. The appointment is pending government approval and is set to take effect on February 24th.
The Karnataka High Court has declined to quash non-bailable arrest warrants for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and other ministers, imposing a ₹10,000 fine on each. This ruling stems from a 2022 protest and emphasizes the legal responsibility of public figures in their actions. It sets a precedent for handling protests led by political figures and upholding public order.
The Karnataka High Court has granted anticipatory bail to an individual accused of sharing a controversial image on WhatsApp amidst the backdrop of the Manipur violence. The image, which depicted a half-naked woman draped in the tricolour, had sparked significant outrage, leading to legal action under Section 67 of the Information Technology (IT) Act. Also […]
The Karnataka High Court has ruled in favor of an elderly woman in a legal dispute over a gifted coffee estate, requiring her son and granddaughter to pay annual maintenance. This decision sets a legal precedent for family property disputes, emphasizing the importance of clarity and respect for familial agreements in property law.
The Karnataka High Court has overturned the government’s decision to assign regular Public Prosecutors to Special Courts under the POCSO Act, stating that Special Public Prosecutors under the Act are restricted to handling only assigned cases. The ruling emphasizes the importance of strict adherence to legal procedures and the need for specialized legal expertise in handling sensitive cases.
The Union Law Ministry approved the appointment of Justice Prasanna Bhalachandra Varale, the Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court, as a judge of the Supreme Court, filling the sole vacancy. His elevation, based on competence and integrity, signifies a historic moment, reinforcing diversity and ethical jurisprudence in the Indian judiciary.
The Supreme Court Collegium on Friday 19 January has put forth a strong recommendation for the appointment of Karnataka High Court Chief Justice Prasanna B Varale as a judge of the Supreme Court of India. This recommendation, if approved by the Central government, would mark a historic moment, as Justice Varale would become the third […]
The Karnataka High Court emphasized the importance of job security, stating that termination of a job in public employment deprives an employee of their means of livelihood. The ruling dismissed an appeal and stressed the necessity of a fair hearing before dismissal, setting a precedent in safeguarding the rights of public service employees.
