SC Collegium approves appointment proposals of 9 Advocates as Patna High Court Judges
The recommendations will now be forwarded to the Union Government for further processing under the judicial appointments procedure.
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Overview of Patna High Court’s e-Certified Copy Rules
Patna High Court has notified e-Certified Copy Rules 2026 outlining key provisions aimed at digitising access to certified court records.
‘Merely addressing the gathering’; Patna HC quashes assault case against Bihar Minister Santosh Kumar Suman
Upon perusal of the FIR and considering the submissions, the Court held that there was clearly no allegation of assault against Santosh Kumar and he was only addressing the gathering, which did not support the prosecution’s case.
‘Quasi-judicial authority has no power to review unless statutorily granted’: Patna HC reinstates Panchayat Teachers after 10 years
“The power of review being substantive in nature cannot be applied retrospectively to validate actions taken at a point of time when no such power existed.”
Patna HC grants anticipatory bail to YouTuber Manish Kashyap accused of tarnishing image of railways by uploading video of people tampering with train tracks
Manish Kashyap allegedly uploaded a video on X (formerly known as Twitter) of a railway track showing insertion of stones between the fish plates of railway tracks by some persons.
Patna HC denies relief to RJD candidate Sweta Suman for her nomination rejection in upcoming Bihar Polls
“If any interim or final orders are passed at this stage, it would directly affect the election process and would have the effect of delaying or protracting the election process, which admittedly has already commenced.”
Justice P.B. Bajanthri, 46th Chief Justice of Patna High Court, retires after a tenure of 1 month
Justice Pavankumar Bhimappa Bajanthri was appointed as Chief Justice of Patna High Court in September 2025.
Patna High Court: FIR noting ‘villagers assembled’ satisfies caste abuse taking place in public view
The victim after her marriage was being taunted for belonging to a particular community (Scheduled Caste).
Supreme Court urges High Courts to encourage filing of anticipatory bail applications first before Sessions Court; discourage direct interference
“A balance has to be struck to protect individual liberty of accused and to secure an environment that is free from any fear in the hearts of victims of the alleged perpetrators. Although grant of bail is a discretionary exercise, the courts must be cautious to exercise the discretion judiciously.”
Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act does not apply to Alcoholic content from fermentation in energy drink: Patna High Court
“Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act does not prohibit sale etc. of the non-alcoholic substances in conformity with the standard set by the BIS”
Know Thy Newly Appointed Supreme Court Judge: Justice Vipul M. Pancholi
Justice Vipul M. Pancholi’s journey to the Supreme Court of India is a testament to his legal expertise and steadfast commitment to the principles of justice.
President appoints Justice P.B. Bajanthri as 46th Chief Justice of Patna High Court
Appointed by the President in exercise of powers under Article 217(1) of the Constitution, Justice Bajanthri will be succeeding Justice Vipul M. Pancholi, who was recently elevated to the Supreme Court.
Patna High Court stalls circulation of AI generated video of PM Narendra Modi and his late mother
“Any attempt to stigmatize or marginalize an entire class of persons offends the guarantee of equality before law under Article 14 and freedom of expression with reasonable restrictions under Article 19(2).”
Patna HC quashes maintenance order of ‘qualified’ wife who concealed facts about alimony from previous marriage
“Maintenance claims require disclosure affidavits of assets and liabilities, balanced assessment of needs and quantum based on factors like parties’ status, reasonable need and income.”
‘Condonation of delay under Bihar Public Works Contracts Disputes Arbitration Act governed by Limitation Act or Arbitration and Conciliation Act?’: Patna HC refers matter to larger bench
“As there is conflicting view upon the same by co-ordinate benches, in such circumstances this Court is of the view that the issue should be examined by a larger bench.”
Govt. can’t reject arms dealer quota enhancement request merely on general apprehensions such as celebratory firing: Patna HC
“The doctrine of reasonable restriction under Article 19(6) of the Constitution permits the State to impose limitations on such trade in the interest of public peace and security.”
President appoints Acting Chief Justices for Bombay and Patna High Courts
Appointments for Acting Chief Justices for Bombay and Patna High Courts were made in consequence of their Chief Justices being elevated to the Supreme Court.
Section 12 JJ Act | Serious nature of offence not a ground for denying bail to Juvenile: Patna High Court
“As per Section 12 of the Act, bail to the Juvenile is a rule and refusal of the same is an exception.”
‘Unmerited and undeserved comment’: Patna High Court expunges adverse remarks against Judicial Officer
The Court expressed dissatisfaction over the en-passant, unnecessary, and adverse remarks against a Judicial Officer without affording him any opportunity.
Section 9 Family Courts Act| Appointment of Counsellors in Family Courts mandatory: Patna High Court
The Court directed the Registrar General to collect and collate a comprehensive report to specifically inform the Court about the appointment of counsellors in the Family Courts across the State.