The court confirmed that when a petition is dismissed as infructuous owing to events such as disposal of the main proceedings below, no legal question is decided and no new law is created or clarified; such orders hold no precedential value. Summary Category Data Case Name CR/6896/2025 of KIRTI Vs HARMANJIT SINGH AND OTHERS […]
The High Court reiterated that when an appeal is withdrawn upon private settlement, and the order merely records such withdrawal, no new legal principle is laid down and the dismissal operates only as a procedural closure. This decision does not create binding precedent, reaffirming established practice that withdrawal of an appeal by consent does not […]
The Court once again holds that in the absence of any substantial question of law, no interference under Section 100 CPC is warranted; upholds existing precedent on the limited scope of second appellate jurisdiction over concurrent findings of fact relating to unproven earnest money and unclear sale transaction—authoritatively binding on subordinate courts in Punjab and […]
The Calcutta High Court clarified that a candidate ranking below the notified number of vacancies (third against a single vacancy) cannot claim an appointment as of right, and unexplained delay in approaching the court also bars relief. This decision upholds the prevailing legal position on selection process outcomes and delay/laches, serving as binding authority for […]
The Calcutta High Court has clarified that a candidate ranked below the notified number of vacancies cannot claim appointment in public service purely on the ground of selection success. The judgment upholds established precedent and reinforces that unexplained delay in approaching the writ court is an additional bar to relief. This ruling provides binding authority […]
The Calcutta High Court reaffirms that writ jurisdiction cannot be invoked to direct the Public Service Commission to publish results or disclose marks when the merit list has already been published and the candidate did not qualify. This judgment upholds existing precedent and is a binding authority for recruitment litigation under State PSCs in West […]
Calcutta High Court confirms that when land was requisitioned under repealed statutes but no acquisition award was made within the statutory period, the authority must initiate fresh acquisition proceedings under the 2013 Act (Act XXX of 2013) and pay just compensation and rent for the entire period of state use. Upholds and applies prior coordinate […]
The Calcutta High Court reaffirmed that in probate matters, especially those that are uncontested, courts should adopt a liberal approach in condoning delays caused by lack of legal knowledge and financial incapacity of litigants. The judgment upholds the principle that procedural lapses by a legatee or executor should not preclude fulfillment of the testator’s last […]
Clarifying the application of Section 68 to share premium transactions, the Calcutta High Court affirmed that when the identity of share applicants and the source of funds are sufficiently explained and verified, additions under Section 68 are not warranted. This judgment upholds prior precedent and will serve as binding authority within West Bengal, especially for […]
The Calcutta High Court emphasizes that appellate authorities must adopt a lenient approach when considering applications for condonation of delay in filing tax appeals, provided a sufficient explanation is furnished. This judgment upholds the established legal principle, reaffirming the duty to weigh condonation applications liberally, particularly when delay results from a reasonable cause beyond the […]
The High Court reaffirmed that non-appearance by the appellant and apparent lack of interest justify dismissal of a second appeal in default. This approach continues the established legal practice, offering clear guidance for similar future cases involving non-prosecution in civil appeals. Summary Category Data Case Name RSA/452/2023 of BOOTA RAM Vs BALKAR SINGH SINCE […]
The Chhattisgarh High Court reaffirms that appellate interference with acquittal under Section 378 CrPC is justified only when the trial court’s view is not a “possible” one, strengthening the double presumption of innocence for acquitted accused. This judgment relies on established Supreme Court authority and clarifies binding standards for criminal appeals by the State. […]