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LawSikho
October 22, 2025
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Clarification and Affirmation of Existing Precedent—Binding Authority for Labour Law Practitioners in the Public Sector

The Andhra Pradesh High Court affirms that, where retrenchment of daily wage/casual workers in a public sector enterprise is found illegal solely due to non-compliance with Section 25-F of the Industrial Disputes Act, reinstatement and back wages are not automatic remedies. Instead, monetary compensation may be ordered, irrespective of the employer’s financial circumstances—thus reaffirming Supreme […]

LawSikho
October 22, 2025
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Can Adverse Police Reports and Victim’s Objection Alone Justify Denial of Temporary Leave to Life Convicts under Chhattisgarh Prisoners Leave Rules, 1989? — Precedent Upheld

The High Court of Chhattisgarh reaffirmed that, especially for convicts of grave offences such as murder, the competent authority may lawfully deny temporary leave based on adverse police reports and objections from the victim’s family. The decision upholds existing precedent, reinforcing the discretionary powers of authorities under the Chhattisgarh Prisoners Leave Rules, 1989. It serves […]

LawSikho
October 22, 2025
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Is Addition of “Future Prospects” Mandatory in Motor Accident Compensation for Deceased Employees? — High Court Clarifies and Affirms Supreme Court Guidelines

The High Court reaffirmed that compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act must include “future prospects” in addition to actual income, following the Supreme Court’s judgment in Pranay Sethi. This decision upholds settled law and serves as binding authority for subordinate courts addressing death compensation claims for salaried decedents. Summary Category Data Case Name MAC/451/2024 […]

LawSikho
October 22, 2025
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When Should Courts Interfere With Convictions Under Section 354 IPC Due to Contradictory Evidence? Reaffirming the “Benefit of Doubt” Principle in Criminal Appeals

The High Court of Chhattisgarh sets aside a conviction under Section 354 IPC, reaffirming that courts must acquit where the prosecution fails to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt due to material inconsistencies. The judgment upholds the Supreme Court’s precedent on extending the benefit of doubt and serves as binding authority for subordinate courts in […]

LawSikho
October 22, 2025
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Can Authorities Fix Rigid Uniform Timeframes for Lifting and Disposal of Large Auctioned Essential Commodity Stocks? Clarification on Tailoring Conditions Based on Quantum—Order Limited to Facts of the Case

The Andhra Pradesh High Court holds that time limits for lifting and disposal of auctioned essential commodity stocks should be fixed according to the quantum of goods involved, not by a standard rigid timeframe—clarifying and directing fair exercise of discretion. However, the Court expressly limits its order to the peculiar facts of the case and […]

LawSikho
October 22, 2025
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Can Delay in Filing Motor Accident Appeals Be Liberally Condoned for State Entities Due to Bifurcation or Administrative Reasons? — Reaffirmation of Limitation Law by Andhra Pradesh High Court

The Andhra Pradesh High Court strictly enforced limitation law in dismissing an appeal delayed by 1,412 days, reiterating that vague or administrative reasons, including governmental bifurcation, do not constitute “sufficient cause” under Section 5 of the Limitation Act. The judgment upholds binding Supreme Court precedent and clarifies procedures for condonation of delay in motor accident […]

LawSikho
October 22, 2025
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Does Dismissal of Land Acquisition Appeal Suits Without Detailed Written Reasons Uphold Judicial Precedent?

The High Court dismissed multiple land acquisition appeal suits with a brief oral order, thereby upholding the existing practice in certain procedural contexts; the dismissal affirms the current procedural approach and stands as binding precedent for land acquisition appeals within the jurisdiction. Summary Category Data Case Name LAAS/32/2015 of THE REVENUE DIVISIONAL OFFICER-CUM-LAND ACQUISITION […]

LawSikho
October 22, 2025
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Can Conviction Under Sections 302, 316, and 201 IPC Be Sustained Solely on Recovery of Dead Body and Conduct of the Accused? – High Court Clarifies Standard of Proof and Precedential Requirements

Court holds that mere recovery of a dead body at the instance of the accused, or the accused’s post-offence conduct, cannot suffice to convict under Sections 302, 316, or 201 IPC in the absence of other clinching evidence. Judgment affirms prevailing Supreme Court standards, narrows reliance on recovery evidence alone, and is binding on subordinate […]

LawSikho
October 22, 2025
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Does a Rival Real Estate Developer Have Locus Standi Under Article 226 to Challenge a Competitor’s Layout Approval Based on Alleged Procedural Irregularities and Benami Transactions? (Precedent Affirmed)

The Andhra Pradesh High Court clarifies that a rival in the real-estate business lacks locus standi under Article 226 to seek cancellation of layout approvals granted to competitors, especially where procedural compliance and opportunity of hearing are established. The judgment follows established Supreme Court precedents and will serve as binding authority for subordinate courts in […]

LawSikho
October 22, 2025
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Can Surplus Teachers Challenge Transfer/Postings Made Under State Rationalization Policies on Grounds of Arbitrary Interpretation? — Chhattisgarh High Court Reaffirms Administrative Exigencies and Limited Interference

Transfers/postings made in terms of Rationalization Instructions—where procedure and administrative exigency are followed—cannot be set aside unless there is proven malice or violation of statutory rules. The judgment upholds established principles on service jurisprudence, confirming limited judicial review over transfer/postings, and serves as binding precedent within Chhattisgarh. Summary Category Data Case Name WA/752/2025 of […]

LawSikho
October 22, 2025
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Does a Writ Petition Challenging Suspension Orders Hold Merit When the Tribunal Has Already Fixed a Time-bound Inquiry with Automatic Revocation?

A High Court judgment upholds the Central Administrative Tribunal’s (CAT) practice of fixing a six-month deadline for completing disciplinary inquiries, with deemed revocation of suspension if the inquiry isn’t completed in time. The judgment affirms existing law and clarifies that a writ petition, in such circumstances, is misconceived prior to expiry of the stipulated period. […]

LawSikho
October 22, 2025
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Does Failure to Prove Occupation Bar Minimum Wage Assessment in Motor Accident Claims? Clarification on Calculation of Notional Income and Consortium in Fatal Accident Compensation

The Chhattisgarh High Court reaffirmed that in the absence of evidence of the deceased’s occupation and earnings, minimum wages for an unskilled labourer, as notified at the time of the accident, should guide notional income calculation. The Court corrected the Tribunal’s lower assessment, enhanced compensation, and clarified that consortium is to be awarded to all […]