The Madras High Court has taken the Income Tax (I-T) department to task for not allowing tax assesses adequate time to present their cases before finalizing any orders on income tax assessments. This, the court observed, effectively denies them their right to defend. Justice Krishnan Ramasamy, while delivering the verdict on a petition by Gemini […]
The Madras High Court, in a significant judgment, has reinforced the conviction of renowned actress and former Member of Parliament, Jayaprada, in a case related to the non-payment of Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) contributions. This decision underscores the judiciary’s commitment to ensuring strict adherence to statutory obligations concerning employee welfare. Jayaprada, celebrated for her roles […]
The Supreme Court has disposed of the pleas of BJP leader Prashant Umrao, who faced allegations of disseminating false information regarding attacks on migrant workers in Tamil Nadu. The apex court’s decision came after it was informed that only one FIR had been filed against Umrao in the state, rendering his writ petition for the […]
In an unprecedented move, the Madras High Court, under the purview of Justice KK Ramakrishnan, has directed that a trial be conducted within the confines of a prison. This extraordinary decision was prompted by the looming threats to the life of the accused, witnesses, and the prevailing hostile environment surrounding the case. The court elucidated, […]
The Madras High Court has given former AIADMK MLA, R Kumaraguru, until October 11 to decide on conducting a public meeting in Mandaveli, Kallakurichi district, to tender a formal apology. This directive is a response to Kumaraguru’s offensive remarks aimed at Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and Sports Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin during an event […]
The Madras High Court has declined to grant bail to prominent YouTube vlogger and motorcyclist, TTF Vasan, also known as Vauikunthavasan, following an incident related to a bike stunt that went wrong on the Chennai-Vellor National Highway. Justice CV Karthikeyan, while dismissing Vasan’s bail plea, remarked, “Quite fortunately for others and unfortunately for the petitioner, […]
Amit Malviya, the National Convenor of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) IT Cell, has petitioned the Madras High Court to quash the First Information Report (FIR) lodged against him. The FIR alleges that Malviya distorted remarks made by Tamil Nadu’s Sports Development and Youth Welfare Minister, Udhayanidhi Stalin, concerning Sanatana dharma. The FIR was initiated […]
The Madras High Court, in a significant verdict delivered by Justice P Velmurugan, upheld the conviction of 126 forest officials, 84 police personnel, and 5 revenue officials for their involvement in the 1992 Vachathi crimes in Dharmapuri District, Tamil Nadu. The judgment comes in response to appeals against their convictions, which have been pending since […]
Madras High Court Directs State to Prevent Misuse of Official Symbols on Private Vehicles The Madras High Court has issued a directive to state authorities, emphasizing the importance of preventing the unauthorized use of stickers and artifacts bearing official symbols such as “Govt of India,” “High Court,” “Government of Tamil Nadu,” and “Police” on private […]
Madras High Court Division Bench Stays Order Permitting Sale of Plaster of Paris Ganesh Idols In a recent development, the Madras High Court’s division bench has put a halt to a single judge’s order that permitted the sale of Ganesh idols made from Plaster of Paris (PoP). This decision came after Justice GR Swaminathan of […]