Does Petition for Parole under Haryana Good Conduct Prisoners Act Survive When Last Rites Are Completed Prior to Decision? Reaffirming Procedural Mandate on Prayer Infructuity

The High Court reaffirmed that a parole petition filed under Article 226 and the Haryana Good Conduct Prisoners (Temporary Release)

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November 2, 2025 | High Court of Punjab and Haryana

Can Proceedings Under Section 174-A IPC Continue After Settlement and Withdrawal of Complaint in Cheque Dishonour Cases? – High Court Affirms Abuse of Process Doctrine as Binding Law

The High Court has expressly reaffirmed that once the main proceedings under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act are

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November 2, 2025 | High Court of Punjab and Haryana

When Can a Regular Second Appeal Be Dismissed for Non-Prosecution? No Change in Law as High Court Affirms Existing Practice

A second appeal left unprosecuted despite service of notice on the appellants can be dismissed for non-prosecution; the High Court

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November 2, 2025 | High Court of Punjab and Haryana

Does the Principle of Equal Treatment Bar “Pick and Choose” Appointment Policies by the State When No Legal Disqualification Exists? — Existing Precedent Affirmed by Punjab and Haryana High Court

The Punjab and Haryana High Court reaffirms that the State cannot selectively deny appointments to equally placed candidates, absent statutory

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November 2, 2025 | High Court of Punjab and Haryana

Can Appellate Authorities Condone Delay Beyond 120 Days Under the Payment of Gratuity Act? Existing Law Reaffirmed as Binding Authority

The High Court of Punjab & Haryana has reaffirmed that appeals under the Payment of Gratuity Act must be filed

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November 2, 2025 | High Court of Punjab and Haryana

When Can Cases Be Dismissed for Want of Prosecution Based on Non-Appearance?

A High Court judgment reiterates that when there is no appearance by the applicant and apparent lack of interest in

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November 2, 2025 | High Court of Punjab and Haryana

Does Mere Seniority Entitle an Employee to Pay Parity in Promotion Cases Where a Junior Receives Higher Pay Due to Earlier Promotion? — Reaffirmation of Equal Pay Principles and Seniority under Service Law

The court reaffirmed that seniority alone does not entitle an employee to pay parity with a junior who received earlier

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November 2, 2025 | High Court of Punjab and Haryana

Does Failure to Prove Eye-Witness Credibility or Timely FIR Bar Compensation for Negligent Driving in Motor Accident Claims?

Court reiterates that mere allegations without reliable eye-witness testimony or timely complaint cannot substantiate claims of rash and negligent driving

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November 2, 2025 | High Court of Punjab and Haryana

What Is the Effect of Non-Prosecution on Pending Writ Petitions? Clarification on Dismissal Procedure by High Court

The court has reaffirmed that a writ petition may be dismissed for non-prosecution if the petitioner passes away and no

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November 2, 2025 | High Court of Punjab and Haryana

Does Delay in FIR Registration and Prior Anticipatory Bail for Co-Accused Justify Exercise of Anticipatory Bail Powers Under Section 482 BNSS?

The Court clarified that unexplained delay in FIR and parity with similarly situated co-accused granted anticipatory/interim bail are valid grounds

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November 2, 2025 | High Court of Punjab and Haryana

Can Long-Pending Appeals Be Dismissed for Want of Prosecution After Decades Without Hearing the Appellant’s Side?

The court reaffirmed that when appellants fail to appear and prosecute an old appeal despite repeated calls, the court may

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November 2, 2025 | High Court of Punjab and Haryana

Does Withdrawal of a Writ Petition by the Petitioner (Post-Relief) Constitute a Judicial Determination on Merits?

Where a writ petitioner seeks withdrawal based on receipt of relief (compensation), the High Court’s order of dismissal as withdrawn

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November 2, 2025 | High Court of Punjab and Haryana