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Meghalaya HC directs Single Judge to amicably resolve dispute over stone configuration believed to be ‘Shiva Linga’ in Mawjymbuin cave

The Court noted that since the subject matter pertained to religious property and religious sentiments were involved, therefore requested the Single Judge to resolve the issue through mediation or settlement.

Case Briefs High Courts

Know why Bombay HC granted interim injunction to ‘Parachute’ against ‘CocoPlus’ in trade mark dispute

“The defendant’s use of the plaintiff’s trade mark cannot be said to be an honest adoption as though having a registered trade mark, the defendant deviated from the mark and adopted a mark which is deceptively similar to the plaintiff’s registered trade mark.”

Case Briefs High Courts

Patna High Court directs State to formulate strategy against child trafficking in orchestra, theatre, and dance groups

“In the garb of running orchestra/dance groups, minor children are subjected to trafficking and exploitation, which is impermissible and if allowed to be continued unchecked, would only lead to frustration of the very policy for protecting the children.”

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LawStrings Pickleball Cup: India’s First-Ever Pickleball Tournament for Law Firms Announced

After the success of the LawStrings Pickleball Premier League, LawStrings Management has officially announced the launch of the LawStrings Pickleball Cup, India’s

Case Briefs High Courts

Insufficiently stamped sale deed cannot be admitted or received into evidence: Gujarat HC

The respondents submitted that the sale deed in question had been retained by the Registrar due to insufficiency of stamp and was thus, not in their possession.

Case Briefs High Courts

Telangana HC sets aside free allotment of land to International Arbitration & Mediation Centre, Hyderabad

The possession certificate was issued in IAMC’s favour before formulating and communicating the terms of allotment. The Court stated that such hasty decisions do not bode well and often result in exercise of power contrary to the procedure.

Case Briefs High Courts

Know why J&K and Ladakh HC held that charge-sheet could not be quashed based on plea of alibi

“This Court in exercise of its powers under Section 528 of the BNSS cannot hold a mini trial to ascertain the veracity of the plea of alibi put up by the petitioners.”

Case Briefs High Courts

Know why Uttaranchal High Court ordered a retrial of a blind man accused under POCSO

“The failure to provide documents to the accused in a language in which the accused could not read, would definitely scuttle the chances for the accused to instruct and assist his counsel in canvassing the defence on his behalf.”

Case Briefs High Courts

‘Cannot always presume that dying person will not make false statement’: Gujarat HC upholds acquittal of accused persons who burnt woman alive

The prosecution’s case was mainly with respect to the dying declaration of the deceased woman to the medical officer who treated the woman. However, the trial court observed that the dying declaration was a cyclostyled document, and the endorsement of the doctor was taken later.

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Mediation in India: Can Learnings from Other Jurisdictions Help?

by Chakrapani Misra* and Ananya Misra**

Case Briefs High Courts

Working wife entitled to maintenance matching matrimonial standards of living: Bombay High Court

“The husband’s income is far more than wife with no financial responsibilities on him and even if he has certain expenses that are necessary for maintenance of himself and family members, the amount that remains is sufficient to enable him to support his wife.”

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Section 498-A IPC: A Double-Edged Sword — Protecting Dignity or Enabling Misuse? Supreme Court Rulings explored

Supreme Court continues to shape the interpretation and application of Section 498-A of the IPC, balancing the need to protect women from cruelty and dowry harassment with concerns over potential misuse. Recent rulings provide significant clarity on the scope and limitations of this provision, reaffirming its importance while addressing safeguards to prevent abuse.

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Call for Papers: Faculty of Law, University of Delhi organising international conference on Delimitation in India

The Faulty of Law, University of Delhi is calling for papers to be presented at the two-day conference on Delimitation in India: Balancing Representation and Federal Equity scheduled for 26-27 September, 2025

Case Briefs High Courts

‘Mercilessly assaulted deceased’; Bombay HC upholds man’s conviction for killing mother-in-law using tile, knife, wooden plank

“The manner in which the accused assaulted the deceased with predetermination definitely indicated that he was guilty of the offence of murder and not culpable homicide.”

Case Briefs High Courts

Inside Calcutta HC order restraining West Bengal Govt from providing financial assistance to terminated non-teaching staffs

It appears that, the State is providing financial assistance to candidates who were terminated because of cheating. The State would be obliged to make payment to persons for rendering their service to the State. However, paying gratuitously to people who are either sitting at home or engaged elsewhere, does not appeal to the Court.

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The CDN Conundrum: Why Regulatory Overreach Threatens India’s Digital Future

by Prattay Lodh*

Case Briefs High Courts

‘Object of criminal justice not merely punitive but reformative and humane’; Rajasthan High Court grants bail to NDPS accused

The Court was not inclined to grant the accused regular bail owing to the seriousness of the allegations but was equally mindful of the humanitarian dimensions of criminal jurisprudence.

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Meghalaya HC directs Single Judge to amicably resolve dispute over stone configuration believed to be ‘Shiva Linga’ in Mawjymbuin cave

Know why Bombay HC granted interim injunction to ‘Parachute’ against ‘CocoPlus’ in trade mark dispute

Patna High Court directs State to formulate strategy against child trafficking in orchestra, theatre, and dance groups

LawStrings Pickleball Cup: India’s First-Ever Pickleball Tournament for Law Firms Announced

Insufficiently stamped sale deed cannot be admitted or received into evidence: Gujarat HC

Telangana HC sets aside free allotment of land to International Arbitration & Mediation Centre, Hyderabad

Know why J&K and Ladakh HC held that charge-sheet could not be quashed based on plea of alibi

Know why Uttaranchal High Court ordered a retrial of a blind man accused under POCSO

‘Cannot always presume that dying person will not make false statement’: Gujarat HC upholds acquittal of accused persons who burnt woman alive

Mediation in India: Can Learnings from Other Jurisdictions Help?

Working wife entitled to maintenance matching matrimonial standards of living: Bombay High Court

Section 498-A IPC: A Double-Edged Sword — Protecting Dignity or Enabling Misuse? Supreme Court Rulings explored

Call for Papers: Faculty of Law, University of Delhi organising international conference on Delimitation in India

‘Mercilessly assaulted deceased’; Bombay HC upholds man’s conviction for killing mother-in-law using tile, knife, wooden plank

The CDN Conundrum: Why Regulatory Overreach Threatens India’s Digital Future

‘Object of criminal justice not merely punitive but reformative and humane’; Rajasthan High Court grants bail to NDPS accused

CAM advises Central Bank of India on joint venture with Generali Participations Netherlands N.V.

Evolution of SIAC Arbitration Rules Since 2010 — And New Procedural Options for Business Users in the 2025 Rules

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