Can Bail Be Granted When an NDPS Accused Is Implicated Solely on the Basis of a Co-Accused’s Disclosure? — Reaffirming Limited Evidentiary Value of Uncorroborated Confessions

The Punjab & Haryana High Court upholds the established principle that a disclosure statement of a co-accused, without independent corroboration, cannot be the sole basis for denying bail under the NDPS Act; reaffirming Supreme Court precedent and clarifying that undertrial incarceration is unwarranted in such circumstances. Stands as binding authority for all subordinate courts within […]

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Can Appellate Courts Waive the Mandatory Deposit of 20% Compensation under Section 148 of the NI Act When Suspending Sentence in Cheque Dishonour Appeals?

The High Court reaffirms that while the default rule is imposition of a 20% deposit of compensation when suspending a sentence in Section 138 NI Act appeals, lower appellate courts must apply their mind, consider submissions on “exceptional” cases, and give reasons for any waiver or imposition. The order clarifies and enforces binding precedent from […]

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Can an Appeal Be Dismissed as Infructuous Upon Acquittal by the Trial Court?

The court held that when the appellant is acquitted by the trial court, a pending criminal appeal becomes infructuous and is to be dismissed as such. This order affirms the established practice and offers procedural guidance for similar circumstances without introducing new law. The judgment serves as binding authority for subordinate courts within Punjab and […]

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Can Writ Jurisdiction Be Invoked to Obtain Police Protection for Enforcement of a Decree Instead of Approaching the Executing Court?

The Madras High Court has reaffirmed that litigants seeking removal of obstruction to a civil court decree must pursue remedies under the Civil Procedure Code, and cannot seek police protection through a writ petition under Article 226. The decision upholds longstanding procedural law, is binding on subordinate courts, and has high precedential value for future […]

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Can Foreign National Life Convicts Be Denied Parole Solely on the Ground of Nationality? Delhi High Court Affirms Parole as a Reformative Right under Article 14

Delhi High Court clarifies that foreign nationals cannot be deprived of parole on grounds of nationality alone if other eligibility conditions are met; affirms parity in parole rights under Article 14 and interprets Delhi Prison Rules, 2018 to require a case-by-case assessment. The ruling upholds existing legal principles and provides binding authority within Delhi’s jurisdiction […]

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Does an Increase in Maintenance under Section 127 CrPC Require Proof of Both Rise in Husband’s Income and Wife’s Needs? Clarifications on “Change in Circumstances” and Judicial Approach for Enhancement Petitions

Delhi High Court holds that a rise in husband’s pensionary income and cost of living—compared with the income considered at initial maintenance determination—constitutes a “change in circumstances” warranting enhancement of maintenance under Section 127 CrPC. The judgment clarifies judicial approach to assessing financial circumstances and affirms applicable precedent, providing binding authority for subordinate courts and […]

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Does a Lok Adalat Award Passed Without a Judicial Officer Presiding Violate Section 18 of the J&K Legal Services Authorities Act and Render the Award Legally Void?

The High Court has clarified that for a Lok Adalat to be legally constituted under Section 18(2) of the J&K Legal Services Authorities Act, it must include at least one serving or retired Judicial Officer. Awards made by a Lok Adalat lacking such a member are void and have no legal sanctity. This judgment affirms […]

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Does a Quasi-Judicial Authority Blacklisting a Contractor Need to Pass a Reasoned and Speaking Order? Clarification and Reinforcement by Patna High Court

The Patna High Court affirms that orders of blacklisting require explicit consideration of the contractor’s reply and cogent reasoning, drawing from Supreme Court precedent; restates binding duties of administrative and quasi-judicial authorities in service contracts, reinforcing established precedent and serving as binding authority for subordinates.   Summary Category Data Case Name CWJC/2076/2025 of M/S Vijayshree […]

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Can Criminal Proceedings Under Section 69 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Be Quashed Upon Full Settlement and Marriage Between the Parties?

The Calcutta High Court reiterated that criminal proceedings under Section 69 of the BNS may be quashed where the dispute has been fully settled, especially upon marriage and mutual compromise between the parties. The judgment affirms existing precedent, reinforcing the approach adopted in matrimonial and personal disputes, and serves as binding authority for subordinate courts […]

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Does Mere Ownership of a Vehicle Implicated in Illegal Mining Constitute Sufficient Ground for Anticipatory Bail? High Court of Jharkhand Clarifies Precedent Value for Anticipatory Bail Applications Involving Fake Number Plates and Alleged Mining Offences

Jharkhand High Court reaffirms that serious allegations, including fraudulent use of vehicle documents and misuse of registration plates for illegal mining, justify rejection of anticipatory bail; existing principles on anticipatory bail are followed and strengthened with specific guidance for mining-related offences. This judgment stands as binding authority within Jharkhand for anticipatory bail applications where fraudulent […]

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Can Anticipatory Bail Be Granted for Recovery of Narcotic Drugs from Accused’s House Under NDPS Act? — Jharkhand High Court Reaffirms Strict Approach

Jharkhand High Court reiterates that the recovery of narcotic drugs from an accused’s house is a strong ground to deny anticipatory bail, particularly under Sections 18/27/29 of the NDPS Act; existing principles are upheld, solidifying this position as binding precedent for subordinate courts in Jharkhand.   Summary Category Data Case Name A.B.A./4944/2025 of SATYENDRA GANJHU […]

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Can Anticipatory Bail Be Granted for Recovery of Narcotic Drugs from Accused’s House Under NDPS Act? — Jharkhand High Court Reaffirms Strict Approach

Jharkhand High Court reiterates that the recovery of narcotic drugs from an accused’s house is a strong ground to deny anticipatory bail, particularly under Sections 18/27/29 of the NDPS Act; existing principles are upheld, solidifying this position as binding precedent for subordinate courts in Jharkhand.   Summary Category Data Case Name A.B.A./4944/2025 of SATYENDRA GANJHU […]

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