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LawSikho
November 2, 2025
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When Is a Writ Petition Liable to Be Closed on Account of Subsequent Events Rendering Relief Infructuous? — Reaffirmation of Existing Precedent on Withdrawal and Closure Based on Parties’ Statements

A writ petition may be closed and disposed of without adjudication on merits where the petitioner, citing subsequent events, instructs their counsel to withdraw the relief sought, and there is no opposition from the respondents. This judgment reaffirms existing procedural principles for closure of petitions rendered infructuous due to subsequent developments, confirming binding precedent value […]

LawSikho
November 2, 2025
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Does a Writ Petition Challenging Transfer Become Infructuous if the Petitioner Joins at the Transferred Place?

A High Court judgment confirming that a writ petition challenging the transfer of a government servant becomes infructuous if the petitioner joins the transferred post in the absence of interim relief, reaffirming existing legal positions and serving as binding authority in Uttarakhand service matters. Summary Category Data Case Name WPSS/1137/2023 of MANOJ KUMAR Vs […]

LawSikho
November 2, 2025
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Does Section 497 of BNSS Mandate Swift Release of Seized Vehicles to Registered Owners Pending Trial? — Binding Authority from Madras High Court Clarifies Trial Court Powers

Madras High Court holds that mere seizure and parking of vehicles in police custody pending trial, when ownership is undisputed, serves no useful purpose and may subject owners to hardship; directs prompt release to registered owners upon due conditions. The judgment affirms Supreme Court precedent and clarifies scope of interim custody powers under BNSS, providing […]

LawSikho
November 2, 2025
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Can the High Court Quash FIRs Involving Non-Compoundable Offences under Section 482 CrPC on the Basis of Compromise? – Precedent Affirmed

The Punjab and Haryana High Court reaffirms that inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC permit quashing of criminal proceedings, including for non-compoundable offences, if a genuine compromise is reached and justice so demands, regardless of the category of offence. The decision cites and follows established Supreme Court and Full Bench precedents, reconfirming binding authority for […]

LawSikho
November 2, 2025
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Can Interim Pre-Arrest Bail Be Made Absolute After Joining Investigation: Reaffirmation of Bail Principles by the High Court?

The Court reaffirms that upon satisfactory joining of investigation and absence of custodial interrogation requirements, interim pre-arrest bail may be made absolute; this judgment upholds settled principles on the grant of bail under Indian law and is binding within the jurisdiction of the Punjab & Haryana High Court. Summary Category Data Case Name CRM-M/52507/2025 […]

LawSikho
November 2, 2025
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Can High Courts Exercise Inherent Powers Under Section 482 CrPC to Quash Non-Compoundable Offences on the Basis of Genuine Compromise?

The High Court reaffirmed its power under Section 482 CrPC to quash non-compoundable offences where genuine compromise has been reached, following binding Supreme Court and Full Bench precedents. This judgment upholds existing law, clarifies that such power is not limited to matrimonial disputes, and serves as binding precedent for subordinate courts within the jurisdiction. […]

LawSikho
November 2, 2025
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When Can Adverse ACRs Outside the Last 10 Years Be Considered in Compulsory Retirement of Police Officials? High Court Reaffirms Binding Nature of Government Instructions

The High Court clarifies that, in compulsory retirement proceedings against police officials, only ACRs from the last 10 years can be considered where Government Instructions so mandate—reaffirming that such instructions are binding on authorities, and overbroad reliance on earlier entries is impermissible. This decision upholds the precedent for disciplinary actions under Haryana service rules. […]

LawSikho
November 2, 2025
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What is the Legal Effect When a Challenge to an Administrative Advertisement Becomes Infructuous Due to Withdrawal Before Adjudication?

A writ petition challenging reservation criteria in a recruitment advertisement becomes non-justiciable if the advertisement is withdrawn prior to judgment; the High Court of Punjab and Haryana dismisses such petitions as not pressed, granting liberty to revive only if cause persists. The decision affirms existing administrative and writ practice, with limited precedential value. Summary […]

LawSikho
November 2, 2025
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Does an Amicable Settlement and Deposit of Disputed Amount Justify Grant of Anticipatory Bail under Section 482 BNSS, Even if the State Seeks Custodial Interrogation for Recovery?

The High Court of Punjab and Haryana confirmed that the amicable settlement of the dispute between private parties, the petitioner’s cooperation with the investigation, and deposit of the disputed amount justified grant of anticipatory bail; the judgment applies BNSS provisions and clarifies that custodial interrogation for recovery alone is insufficient ground to deny such protection. […]

LawSikho
November 2, 2025
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When Does Withdrawal of a Quashing Petition Render Proceedings Infructuous Pending Cancellation Before the Magistrate? — Clarification on Jurisdiction and Procedural Sequencing (Precedent Binding on Subordinate Courts)

The Court clarified that when a cancellation petition is pending before the Magistrate and the complainant has no objection, a simultaneous quashing petition before the High Court may be rendered infructuous if cancellation is being lawfully pursued. This decision upholds existing procedural sequencing in criminal matters and serves as binding authority for subordinate courts in […]

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November 2, 2025
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When Can Secondary Evidence Be Admitted Under Section 65 of the Indian Evidence Act?—Reaffirmation of Stringent Preconditions for Leading Secondary Evidence

The High Court has clarified that secondary evidence may only be permitted when the precise conditions stipulated in Section 65 of the Indian Evidence Act are strictly fulfilled; mere allegations or unsubstantiated claims of loss or misplacement of the original document do not suffice. This ruling upholds established precedent and is binding on subordinate courts […]

LawSikho
November 2, 2025
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When Is a Writ Petition Challenging Transfer in Service Law Dismissed as Infructuous? — Clarifying Judicial Approach to Moot Service Transfer Litigations

The Uttarakhand High Court reaffirms that if a government employee joins the place of transfer and no interim protection was granted, a writ petition challenging the transfer order is liable to be dismissed as infructuous. This decision upholds the existing precedent and is binding authority for future cases concerning challenged-but-complied-with transfer orders in public service […]