Justice S. Manikumar- The 36th Chief Justice of Kerala High Court, retires
Justice S Manikumar, former senior-most Judge of Madras High Court, who was appointed as the 36th Chief Justice of Kerala High Court in 2019, is all set to retire today.
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“An Unmarried daughter can claim reasonable wedding expenses from her father”: Kerala High Court
Kerala High Court reiterated that “every father irrespective of religion has an obligation to pay expenses related to his daughter’s marriage.”
No penalty leviable under Section 271-C of Income Tax Act on mere belated remittance of TDS by assessee: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court observed that the consequences on nonpayment or belated remittance of the TDS would be under Section 201(1A) and Section 276-B of Income Tax Act, 1961.
Know Thy Judge | Justice Krishnan Vinod Chandran – 44th Chief Justice of Patna High Court
Former Judge of Kerala High Court, Justice K. Vinod Chandran was recently appointed as 44th Chief Justice of Patna High Court. He is popularly known for his by-the-book approach in the legal fraternity.
Kerala High Court quashes withdrawal of nomination of Senate Members of Kerala University by the Chancellor
Kerala High Court concluded that the process of nomination of Senate Members is not an act of constituting an agent or mouthpiece to speak his master’s voice.
Unilateral action of bank withholding security documents is illegal and arbitrary: Kerala High Court
Kerala High Court held that once loan is repaid, the bank is not entitled to withhold the title deed merely on the grounds that the petitioner has transferred the property during the subsistence of mortgage.
Supreme Court refuses to relax wildlife declaration time under Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972; upholds Kerala High Court Division Bench’s decision
Supreme Court refused to allow relaxation of time for declaration of custody or possession of any captive animal or animal article.
Kerala High Court declares election of A. Raja, void
The Court found the records of family register conspicuous showing an attempt to fabricate evidence of professing Christianity by A. Raja, who was elected to a seat of Kerala Legislative Assembly reserved for members of Scheduled Caste in Kerala.
“Daughter’s wedding is an auspicious occasion, presence of bride’s father is most appropriate”; Kerala High Court grants parole to murder convict for attending daughter’s wedding
Kerala High Court was of the view that the opportunity to participate in the daughter’s wedding must ordinarily be treated as part of the liberty under Article 21 of Constitution of India.
High Court’s belief of self-righteousness or smugness while exercising judicial review should not overawe other authorities discharging statutory duties: Supreme Court
Apart from the impugned order passed by Kerala High Court in the issue relating to illegal alienation of Church’s immovable properties, the Supreme Court said that the High Court crossed all the boundaries of judicial activism and judicial restraint by passing subsequent orders in the present matter, overawing the other authorities.
Kerala High Court upholds Commercial Court’s refusal to accept delayed written statement
Referring to the amended portion of Commercial Courts Act, 2015 with Supreme Court’s interpretation, Kerala High Court found the Commercial Court’s refusal for acceptance after delay in filing written statement beyond 120 days justified.
‘Temporary employee should be replaced by a regular employee and not another temporary employee’; Kerala High Court reiterates
Going along with the contention that a temporary employee shall be replaced only by a regular employee and not another temporary employee, the Division Bench of Kerala High Court refused to interfere with the discretionary orders by Single Judge directing the University to continue with engagement of sweeper-cum-cleaners on a daily wage basis.
“When things go wrong, it is not always the doctor’s fault”; Kerala High Court acquits medical staff in negligence case
Kerala High Court acquitted the medical staff convicted by the Trial Court in medical negligence case and held that sufficient evidence is needed to prove death due to medical negligence, and that a medical professional cannot be held liable for mischance or misfortune.
Delay cannot be condoned under Payment of Gratuity Act by taking the aid of the provisions of Limitation Act: Kerala High Court
Kerala High Court perused Section 29(2) of the Limitation Act, 1963 and Section 7(7) of the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 and held that the authority under the Payment of Gratuity Act cannot condone the delay in filing an appeal by entertaining an application under Limitation Act.
‘Societal interest & purity in politics need to be balanced’; Kerala High Court suspends Lakshadweep MP, Mohammed Faizal’s conviction
Kerala High Court suspended Lakshadweep MP, Mohammed Faizal’s conviction and sentence of imprisonment until the disposal of appeal against the decision of Sessions Court
Only unmarried major daughter, unable to maintain herself, can claim maintenance under HAMA; Benefit not extended to all unmarried daughters: Kerala High Court
Kerala High Court denied the grant of maintenance to an unmarried Hindu major daughter as she could not prove any disability as required under Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956
Mentally retarded persons are also entitled for tax exemption while purchasing motor cars; Kerala High Court set aside notification for being discriminatory
Kerala High Court held that the exclusion of mentally retarded persons from tax exemption while buying motor cars is discriminatory and they are also entitled to tax exemption.
[Sexual Harassment]: Sexism not acceptable or cool; Boys should understand ‘No’ means ‘No’: Kerala High Court suggests including lessons in good behaviour and etiquette in curriculum
Kerala High Court directs college authorities to constitute a ‘Collegiate Students Redressal Committee’ after the Internal Complaints Committee report found the student guilty of sexual harassment, without giving him an opportunity of being heard. The Court noted that teachers must be encouraged to instill virtues and values in students from primary level.
Vehicle piloting or accompanying another vehicle transporting Narcotic Drug and Psychotropic Substances cannot be held as vehicle used as conveyance in carrying the contraband; Kerala High Court orders release of piloting vehicle
Kerala High Court heldthat only the vehicle used in carrying any narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances can be confiscated under Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985.
Kerala High Court directs Central and State Government to consider penalty against obstruction of free flow of traffic at toll plaza
The Court said that the National Highways Authority and the Concessionaire are bound to device ways and means to ensure smooth and uninterpreted flow of traffic through the Paliyekkara Toll Plaza with immediate effect.