Is Delay Fatal to Claims for Compassionate Appointment? High Court Reaffirms Strict Timelines and Purpose

Chhattisgarh High Court upholds that compassionate appointment is solely to provide immediate relief to families of deceased employees, and claims

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October 29, 2025 | High Court Of Chhattisgarh

Can a Complainant Under Section 138 NI Act File an Appeal Against Acquittal as a ‘Victim’ Under Proviso to Section 372 CrPC Without Seeking Special Leave? — Supreme Court Affirms Expanded Appeal Rights for Cheque Dishonour Cases

The High Court of Chhattisgarh confirms that pursuant to the Supreme Court’s 2025 decision in M/s. Celestium Financial v. A.

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October 29, 2025 | High Court Of Chhattisgarh

Can a Railway Employee Withdraw a Notice of Voluntary Retirement Before Its Effective Date Under Rule 67 of the Railway Services (Pension) Rules, 1993—Even After Acceptance by the Authority? (Law Upheld; Binding Authority)

The High Court of Chhattisgarh reaffirms that, under Rule 67 of the Railway Services (Pension) Rules, 1993, a notice of

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October 29, 2025 | High Court Of Chhattisgarh

Does the Minimum Wage Notification Mandate Its Use for Determining Deceased’s Income in Motor Accident Claims?—Clarification on Calculation of Compensation and Application of Supreme Court Precedents

The Chhattisgarh High Court clarifies that, where documentary proof is absent, the statutory minimum wage notification must guide income assessment

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October 29, 2025 | High Court Of Chhattisgarh

Can Courts Grant Interim Custody of Seized Vehicles Involved in Illegal Mining During Trial? Practical Application of Section 497 BNSS, 2023 and Supreme Court Guidelines Reaffirmed

The High Court reaffirms that courts possess discretion under Section 497 BNSS, 2023 (analogous to Section 451 CrPC) to grant

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October 24, 2025 | High Court Of Chhattisgarh

Does Failure to Publish Three Public Notices Invalidate Municipal Takeover of Illegal Colonies under Section 292(F) of the Chhattisgarh Municipal Corporation Act, 1956?

The High Court mandates strict compliance with the statutory procedure under Section 292(F)(2) for municipal authorities before taking over management

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October 24, 2025 | High Court Of Chhattisgarh

Can Delay in Filing an Appeal Under the Chhattisgarh Rajya Suraksha Adhiniyam, 1990, Be Condoned in the Absence of Express Statutory Provision? – Precedent Affirmed on Adherence to Statutory Limitation Periods

The Chhattisgarh High Court held that, in the absence of a statutory provision permitting condonation of delay, delay in filing

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October 24, 2025 | High Court Of Chhattisgarh

Does the Authority Must Issue Notice Before Reviewing an Administrative Order Under Section 51 of the Chhattisgarh Land Revenue Code? – Reaffirmation of Natural Justice Requirements

The High Court of Chhattisgarh holds that notice to the party in whose favour an order was passed is a

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October 24, 2025 | High Court Of Chhattisgarh

Whether an Insurance Company Can Avoid Liability Solely on the Ground of Vehicle Substitution Allegations in Motor Accident Claims — Reaffirmation of Burden of Proof and Findings Based on Final Police Report

The High Court held that liability cannot be shifted from the insurer without cogent proof that a different vehicle was

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October 24, 2025 | High Court Of Chhattisgarh

Is Prior Notice and Hearing Mandatory Before Reviewing Administrative Orders Under Section 51 of the Chhattisgarh Land Revenue Code?

The High Court reaffirms that review of administrative orders under Section 51 of the Chhattisgarh Land Revenue Code requires mandatory

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October 24, 2025 | High Court Of Chhattisgarh

Does a Reviewing Authority Under Section 51 of the Chhattisgarh Land Revenue Code Have to Issue Notice to the Party in Whose Favour the Original Order Was Passed Before Granting Permission to Review?

The High Court has reaffirmed that notice and opportunity of hearing must be provided to affected parties before review of

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October 24, 2025 | High Court Of Chhattisgarh