Does the death of a sole appellant during pendency abate a criminal appeal?

Affirmation of established abatement principles under criminal procedure; certification by police and local authority accepted as proof; binding authority for

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August 26, 2025 | Patna High Court

Can a High Court dismiss a writ petition for want of prosecution when the petitioner fails to appear?

High Court upholds existing practice affirming its inherent power to dismiss non-prosecuted civil writ petitions; binding authority for lower courts

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August 20, 2025 | Patna High Court

When can a civil miscellaneous application be dismissed for non-prosecution due to the petitioner’s non-appearance?

  Summary Category Data Case Name C.Misc./614/2022 of Smt. Ujjwala Shahi @ Ujjwala Mishra Vs The State of Bihar CNR

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August 19, 2025 | Patna High Court

Can a Writ Petition Be Dismissed for Non-Prosecution When the Petitioner Fails to Appear and Does Not Seek Adjournment?

Patna High Court dismisses petition for non-prosecution; underscores the procedural necessity of appearance or a formal adjournment request   Summary

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August 19, 2025 | Patna High Court