Suspension Challenge Infructuous: Uttarakhand High Court Dismisses Writ Petition Against IIM Kashipur

The Uttarakhand High Court dismissed the writ petition against IIM Kashipur after noting that the suspension challenge had become infructuous due to the petitioner’s subsequent dismissal from service. The Court granted liberty to raise related issues in a pending writ petition.

Supreme Court Forgives Uttarakhand Forest Officer in Corbett Case After Unconditional Apology

The Supreme Court closed contempt proceedings against IFS officer Rahul after he apologized for moving the Uttarakhand High Court despite the top court hearing the Corbett case. CJI Gavai said, “The majesty of law is not in punishing the guilty but in forgiving.”

Activist Seeks Revival of Corbett Tiger Poaching CBI Probe, Says Supreme Court Was “Misled”

Uttarakhand activist Atul Sati has moved the Supreme Court to lift a seven-year stay on the CBI probe into Corbett tiger poaching, alleging officials misled the court and hid key Wildlife Institute of India findings. He claims the delay has blocked efforts to expose an international poaching network.

Compensation Is Not Merely Financial Relief but a Principle of Social Justice: Uttarakhand High Court

The Uttarakhand High Court observed that “compensation is not merely financial relief but a principle of social justice,” while upholding Rs.53.93 lakh awarded to a victim’s family and dismissing the insurance company’s appeal against the 2024 MACT order.

16 Judges Have Stepped Aside: Uttarakhand High Court Justice Alok Verma Recuses from IFS Officer Sanjiv Chaturvedi Case

Justice Alok Verma of the Uttarakhand High Court has recused himself from hearing the contempt petition filed by whistleblower IFS officer Sanjiv Chaturvedi. With this, a record 16 judges have withdrawn from cases involving Chaturvedi, highlighting challenges faced by government whistleblowers.

Dignity of Women Is Absolutely Non-Negotiable: Uttarakhand HC Orders Takedown of Posts Targeting Woman Lawyer Who Secured POCSO Acquittal

Uttarakhand High Court says, “Dignity of women is absolutely non-negotiable.” It orders the takedown of social media posts targeting a woman lawyer who secured acquittal for a POCSO case accused, urging respect and prompt legal action.

Nanda Devi Festival| Uttarakhand High Court Permits Slaughterhouse for Goat Sacrifice Away from Temple

The Uttarakhand High Court has allowed setting up a slaughterhouse away from the Naina Devi temple for goat sacrifices during the Nanda Devi festival, ensuring traditions are observed while maintaining environmental and religious sensitivities under judicial directions.

Word Spreads Faster Than Wind About Dowry Harassment, Says Supreme Court While Acquitting Mother-in-Law

The Supreme Court acquitted a woman convicted under Section 498-A IPC, observing that “word spreads faster than the wind” about dowry harassment. The bench set aside the Uttarakhand High Court’s order citing lack of reliable evidence.

Supreme Court Directs Uttarakhand High Court to Decide Haridwar Maa Chandi Devi Temple Sevayat Plea

The Supreme Court has asked the Uttarakhand High Court to hear the plea of a sevayat challenging the appointment of a receiver for Maa Chandi Devi Temple management. The court also directed the DM of Haridwar to submit a report on any alleged mismanagement.

Haridwar Temple Receiver Appointment: Supreme Court to Hear Plea on August 19

The Supreme Court will hear on August 19 a petition filed by the sevayat of Maa Chandi Devi temple in Haridwar, challenging the Uttarakhand High Court’s order directing the Badri Kedar Temple Committee to appoint a receiver.