Israel's High Court is considering a petition challenging the Finance Committee's authority to approve NIS 460 million in coalition fund transfers during an election recess, with petitioners arguing against the legality while the Knesset and Finance Ministry defend the proceedings.
The Madras High Court clarified that there is no prohibition on singing the Tamil anthem before 'Vande Mataram,' a statement made during the hearing of a public interest litigation.
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The Bombay High Court has cancelled the bail previously granted to the Luthra brothers and their business partner, Ajay Gupta, in connection with the Goa nightclub fire case. This decision reverses their earlier release.
The Danish Tax Ministry has once again been acquitted in a VAT dispute against a school, with both the city court and the high court ruling in favor of the authorities regarding a million-kroner VAT claim.
The Bombay High Court quashed an order by a deputy registrar to investigate a Mumbai housing society's finances, stating that complaints from only a few members are insufficient to warrant such a probe.
The Gujarat High Court has provided relief to a job aspirant who missed a cut-off, addressing the question of whether 'Arthashastra' qualifies as economics.
South Africa's National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is facing renewed uncertainty after the Pretoria High Court suspended its administrator and reinstated the board, raising governance questions.
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Rahul Gandhi received significant relief from the Supreme Court, which asked the Allahabad High Court to defer proceedings in a disproportionate assets complaint against him. The Supreme Court questioned the seriousness of the case against the politician.
CJP's Abhijeet Dipke has joined protests against alleged irregularities during the Bombay High Court clerk recruitment typing test, citing issues like faulty mice and unexpected logouts.
The Knesset has asked the High Court to unfreeze budget transfers that were approved during an election recess, arguing that the disputed Finance Committee meeting was lawfully authorized.
The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has ordered an investigation into the disappearance and alleged killing of a man from Nowshera in a police encounter, directing the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to submit a report within 20 days.
The appeal trial of Pierin Vincenz continues before the High Court, with the focus shifting from his expenses to his controversial company deals. The prosecution and defense presented diametrically opposing arguments regarding these transactions, with no clear winner emerging yet.
A Lagos State High Court has issued an injunction preventing the Lagos State government and other respondents from proceeding with the recognition or installation of a purported Oba-elect of Ise Kingdom in Epe.
An Allahabad High Court Judge emphasized that artificial intelligence must not replace human consciousness during a dialogue on the topic. He cautioned that excessive reliance on AI could diminish essential human abilities.
Gabriel Nkup Tsenyen, a former chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), has been remanded in DSS custody by the Federal High Court on allegations of cyberstalking and incitement.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court has granted a divorce to a couple in their 70s, citing no chance of reunion. The decision highlights the court's consideration of irreconcilable differences even in long-standing marriages.
Glyn Razzell, who was convicted of murdering his wife, has been refused prison release by the High Court. He remains in custody following the decision.
The Allahabad High Court has stated that banks cannot fully block accounts during cyber fraud investigations, ruling that only the disputed amount should be frozen, allowing access to remaining funds.
The Delhi High Court upheld the conviction of a man who sodomized an 11-year-old, modifying the sentence from 20 to 10 years to align with the law at the time of the offense.
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear Rahul Gandhi's plea on August 17 regarding a disproportionate assets case, where he is questioning an Allahabad High Court order and seeking a case transfer.
The Fiji High Court has declared the Commission of Inquiry report concerning the appointment of Barbara Malimali as FICAC Commissioner to be entirely null and void.
A 1998 teacher recruitment scam in Madhya Pradesh has seen a significant legal development as the High Court has overturned previous convictions related to the case.
Around a hundred citizens gathered in Valjevo outside the High Court to commemorate the night of August 13 last year when a cafe was demolished by masked individuals.
A committee appointed by the Meghalaya High Court, led by Justice BP Katakey, has urged the state to promptly notify an action plan to curb illegal coal mining. The panel also called for fencing abandoned rat-hole pits to prevent further illicit activities.
An employee of the National Museum, charged in connection with the seizure of an explosive device in Co Monaghan, has lodged a new High Court bail application.
Fast fashion giant Shein has lost a copyright lawsuit in the UK against its rival Temu, concerning the alleged use of copyrighted photos of clothing. This ruling marks a significant development in the ongoing competition between the two e-commerce companies.
The Bombay High Court has advised Vijay Mallya and the SBI-led consortium of banks to 'move on' and resolve their dispute over Mallya's assets, which were attached by the Enforcement Directorate.
The Bombay High Court has issued a stay on the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) move to take over the YMCA gymnasium and playground located in Mumbai Central.
The Calcutta High Court has cancelled Other Backward Classes (OBC) certificates that were issued under revised rules by the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government.
Following Janhvi Kapoor, Khushi Kapoor has also received relief from the Delhi High Court against the dissemination of obscene content about her on social media.
The Bombay High Court has requested the Enforcement Directorate's view on Vijay Mallya's 2020 petition, which challenged a court order allowing a bank consortium to use confiscated assets to recover unpaid dues.
The Islamabad High Court's Chief Justice Sardar Mohammad Sarfraz Dogar administered the oath to three newly appointed judges on Tuesday, increasing the court's strength to 10 while three seats remain vacant.
The Supreme Court of India has refused to interfere in a dispute between factions of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) regarding the party's bank accounts. This decision upholds a High Court order on the matter.
The Plateau State High Court has ruled that it possesses the jurisdiction to try suspects involved in the 2026 Easter attack, dismissing objections and setting a precedent for terrorism cases in the region.
An Indian High Court has dismissed the plea of a Jammu and Kashmir police officer who was sacked for skipping duty, citing a terror threat. The court upheld the decision to terminate his service.
A High Court ruling has mandated that the Ballyduff Windfarm near Enniscorthy, Wexford, must continue restricting its operations due to 'unreasonable interference' from noise levels.
The Delhi High Court has ruled in favor of actress Janhvi Kapoor, ordering the removal of obscene online content from 5,000 pages, while clarifying that personality rights cannot broadly restrict expression.
The High Court in Prague upheld a 15-year prison sentence for a man from Siřem, Louny region, who held a woman captive in his cellar for three months, brutally torturing and repeatedly raping her.
An Indian High Court has denied bail to an Olympic medallist in a murder case, citing concerns about his ability to influence witnesses, his conduct before arrest, and the seriousness of the alleged offense.
Google informed the High Court that a video uploaded by YouTuber Dhruv Rathee on March 21, which allegedly disparaged deities, was withheld following a directive from the Grievance Appellate Committee.
The Allahabad High Court has deemed the confinement of two Agra sisters by their father for converting to Islam as "wholly illegal" and ordered their immediate release.
During the Vincenz trial before the High Court, defense lawyers for Pierin Vincenz and his co-defendants are challenging the prosecution's work, arguing that the indictment is largely invalid after a setback at the district court.
The Peshawar High Court has granted transit bail to Noreen Niazi, sister of incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan, in a case registered under the PECA Act 2026, directing her to appear before the relevant Islamabad court.
The High Court has dismissed a second bail plea from a Punjab Deputy Inspector General (DIG), stating there is a prima facie case of bribe demand against him.
The Bombay High Court has drawn a line in a case involving the cutting of mangroves in one location and the planting of compensatory trees 400 kilometers away.
The Calcutta High Court has set aside an order concerning the compensation for two trafficking survivors, specifically regarding 75% of their compensation being held in a fixed deposit.
The removal and securing of three Banksy artworks in London have cost British taxpayers nearly €175,200. The most significant expense was associated with a mural located on the High Court building.
A Bombay High Court judge has recused himself from hearing a plea filed by the Congress party challenging Maharashtra's Special Public Security law, which the court deemed 'frivolous'.
Youth and environmental organizations are back in court to defend their 2024 victory against a plan for 1,500MW of new coal-fired power, as South Africa's Electricity and Energy Minister appeals the high court ruling.
Supreme Court Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae has recommended two senior judges, Son Bong-kie of the Daegu District Court and Kim Sung-soo of the Seoul High Court, for appointment as justices to the top court by President Lee Jae Myung.
The High Court has set August 24 as the date to deliver its decision on an originating summons filed by the Negeri Sembilan Undang regarding an eviction matter.
The Kerala High Court stated that the Special Investigation Team's (SIT) probe into the ghee misappropriation case at the Sabarimala temple is progressing in the right direction.
The Accra High Court has halted the trial related to the Buffer Stock case, pending a Supreme Court ruling on the legality of vacation sittings. This decision puts the Adu-Boahene trial on hold.
The Court of Appeal has upheld a High Court decision, ordering the former CEO of MARA Corp to pay a RM3.4 million bill related to 25 hires after an appeal failed.
The Kuala Lumpur High Court has set February 22, 2027, as the date to deliver its decision on a judicial review application by the Daim family to lift an account freeze.
Twisha Sharma's husband and mother-in-law have been accused of abetment to suicide, with a postmortem report detailing six injuries on her body playing a crucial role in the case before the Madhya Pradesh High Court.
Several Romanian judicial institutions, including the High Court of Cassation and Justice and the Superior Council of Magistracy, are demanding immediate and complete clarification regarding a controversial meeting between Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan and the President of the Constitutional Court, Simina Tănăsescu. The lack of transparency surrounding the meeting has raised legitimate questions and concerns.
The Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court has sought a re-test for the clerk examination following alleged glitches, citing concerns for students' futures.
The High Court of Lagos State has intervened in the prolonged battle over the estate of the late billionaire industrialist, Chief Labode Oladimeji Akindele, ordering that the sprawling estate be placed under administration.
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) is contesting a High Court decision that awarded a businesswoman Sh10 million in damages for being wrongfully listed with a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB), citing violations of her rights.
The Karnataka High Court has sought a response from the Lokayukta regarding a complaint alleging irregularities in land allotment involving Mallikarjun Kharge and a trust linked to his family.
The Allahabad High Court's Lucknow bench highlighted a "huge disparity" in private hospital fees and flagged the lack of regulation, passing an order on a public interest litigation.
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has temporarily stopped the final allocation of Hajj quotas and requested detailed policy information from the federal government.
SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won has filed an appeal against the Seoul High Court's ruling in his divorce case, sending the dispute over a 944 billion won ($668 million) property settlement back to court.
Lawyer Damir Lekić, arrested this morning on suspicion of money laundering by the Special State Prosecutor's Office, has been released to defend himself with supervision measures, as confirmed by the High Court in Podgorica.
India's Supreme Court has dismissed a plea challenging an Andhra Pradesh High Court order that quashed a case against Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and a minister.
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The Delhi High Court and Delhi airport received bomb threats via email just one day before India's Independence Day. Security measures were heightened following the threats.
An Indian High Court has requested the original OMR sheet from the National Testing Agency (NTA) after a NEET aspirant claimed their marks were changed from 520 to 85.
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has declared that access to safe medicines is a fundamental human right, not merely a consumer choice. This ruling emphasizes the importance of quality and safety in pharmaceutical products.
Around a hundred residents of Valjevo gathered in front of the High Court to commemorate the August 13 incident last year, when masked assailants with bats attacked the 'Romana' cafe, injuring several people and demolishing the premises.
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has delivered its final judgment in an eight-year-long public interest litigation concerning smog and environmental degradation in Punjab, reaffirming its previous directions and achievements during the extensive proceedings.
The trial for the former mayor of Niš has been scheduled to commence on September 2 at the High Court in Niš. This marks a significant step in the legal proceedings against the former city official.
The Kerala High Court has restored the foreign funding licenses of two NGOs, the Kerala Social Service Forum and Save A Family Plan India, questioning the Centre's actions. The organizations had filed cases after their licenses were revoked.
Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia have approached the Delhi High Court seeking to dismiss the CBI's appeal in the excise policy case. They argue the agency filed the appeal with "unprecedented haste" and a lack of seriousness.
The High Court in Shah Alam has ordered a 15-year-old boy to enter his defense on a charge of murdering a schoolmate in Bandar Utama, finding a prima facie case proven.
The Sindh High Court has directed the provincial government to form an independent committee to investigate an HIV outbreak among children at Karachi’s Kulsum Bai Valika Hospital.
The Himachal High Court has granted parole to a convict in a murder-dacoity case, ruling that their Nepali citizenship does not preclude them from receiving parole.
An article explores the challenging responsibilities of a High Court judge in overseeing jury trials, highlighting the jury's crucial role as the decider of guilt in the common law system.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has stayed the appointment process for pharmacy officer posts advertised by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot. The recruitment has been put on hold until a hearing scheduled for September 17 due to allegations of cheating.
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has unanimously set aside the Federal High Court's judgment that recognized Shehu Gabam as the National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP).
The Delhi High Court has asked Meta to clarify its policy regarding access to its copyright management tool, with Justice Bhambhani remarking on the apparent disparity in access.
The Allahabad High Court has demanded answers from Uttar Pradesh's top police official regarding why a First Information Report (FIR) for rape was not registered.
The Delhi High Court has sought a response from the Delhi Police regarding appeals filed by Nazim and Kasim against trial court orders and their application for sentence suspension in the 2020 riots IB official murder case.
The Chhattisgarh High Court denied bail to a retired IAS officer and former CGPSC secretary, who is accused of leaking the 2021 state civil services exam papers to his son, citing material evidence of his involvement.
The Allahabad High Court has denied a plea from a Uttar Pradesh government employee seeking maternity leave for her fourth child. The court ruled that government employees are not entitled to maternity leave for a fourth child.
The Delhi High Court has ordered a halt to the processing of judges' Income Tax Returns (ITRs) amidst an ongoing tax dispute concerning their benefits.
The family of Linda Razzell, who was murdered by her husband Glyn in 2002, is asking the High Court to overturn the decision for his release, as he has not revealed the location of her body.
The High Court in Accra has dismissed an application by businessman Nana Kwame Bediako, also known as Cheddar, which sought to prevent the enforcement of a $14.9 million judgment obtained by UK-based Cola Holdings Limited, awarding GH¢20,000 in costs against him.
The Kerala High Court denied bail to a man accused of raping his daughter, stating the mother cannot settle the case, while the Delhi High Court refused bail to wrestler Sushil Kumar in the Chhatrasal Stadium murder case. These rulings underscore the courts' stance on serious criminal offenses.
The Delhi High Court has ordered the release of two convicts serving life sentences, referencing a quote from Anton Chekhov on life imprisonment in its ruling.
The Sikkim High Court has affirmed an Rs 85 lakh award to the brothers-in-law of a road accident victim, dismissing an appeal by the insurance company.
The Jharkhand High Court has ordered an RPF constable to pay ₹30 lakh in alimony to his first wife after he remarried. This ruling addresses the financial obligations following a divorce and subsequent remarriage.
The Sindh High Court has requested a report from an anti-terrorism court regarding an application filed against the delay in the trial of the Mustafa Amir murder case.
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has requested a report on the delay in the induction of judges, asking the federal government and law ministry to explain when the Prime Minister sent the summary to the president.
The Bombay High Court has ordered Amazon to hand over expired goods to the Maharashtra FDA for disposal, following action against Amazon Retail India's warehouse for allegedly distributing expired food.
The Delhi High Court has requested a response from The Caravan magazine in a defamation case filed by Nikhil Gadkari, son of a senior Union minister, who claims he is being targeted due to his father's political position.
An offshore asset recovery specialist testified in the High Court that she was unsure if Jho Low was the 'number one' figure but confirmed that Najib Razak received 1MDB funds.
The Sindh government has decided to appoint a high court judge to investigate the murder case of Mir Raza Ali. This decision follows an earlier deferral on forming a judicial commission for the probe.
The Calcutta High Court has ruled that Ritabrata Banerjee of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) will continue to serve as the Leader of Opposition in the Bengal Assembly for the time being.
The Delhi High Court has denied default bail to Jasir Bilal Wani, an accused in the Red Fort blast case. Wani, described as an 'in-house engineer', will remain in custody.
The Delhi High Court has put JNU’s 2026-27 admissions on hold, questioning the university's policy of adding deprivation points to CUET scores after the entrance examination.
The Bombay High Court has amicably settled an intellectual property dispute involving singer Sonu Nigam, with a namesake agreeing not to use the singer's identity.
The Kuala Lumpur High Court has granted businessman Aliff Syukri permission to defer his apology to former minister Abdul Kadir in a RM30 million investment lawsuit, pending an appeal.
Abhishek Banerjee, a Trinamool Congress Member of Parliament, has moved the Calcutta High Court to challenge the freezing of his personal bank account, with his lawyer claiming the private bank did not follow proper procedures.
The Bombay High Court has directed a food safety body to pay Rs 5 lakh in compensation. The order comes after the body failed to restore a Pune shop's license, despite the shop demonstrating 98% compliance with regulations.
A former senior Public Works Department (JKR) officer testified in the High Court that he did not receive any calls from Muhyiddin Yassin to assist Nepturis in the RM141 million Jana Wibawa project.
Candidates taking the Bombay High Court clerk test reportedly failed within minutes of starting the examination. The article explores the reasons behind this widespread failure.
The High Court in Accra has dismissed another application by Nana Kwame Bediako, who sought to prevent Cola Holdings Ltd from enforcing a $14.9 million judgment against him.
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear Rahul Gandhi's plea on Monday against a High Court order related to a petition alleging disproportionate assets.
The Allahabad High Court has acquitted a doctor previously jailed in a POCSO case involving his daughter, stating that the law was misused. The court's decision highlights concerns about the application of the POCSO Act.
The High Court commented on Arnab Goswami's plea against an abetment to suicide case, stating that 'much water has flown since 2020' and it 'shouldn’t be a proxy war'.
A 28-year-old woman in Scotland has been sentenced to six years in prison by the High Court in Edinburgh. She was found guilty of causing the death of her 13-week-old daughter using a hairdryer.
The Indian Centre has dropped the 12-minute-per-hour advertisement cap on TV channels, months after the Delhi High Court upheld the restriction, ruling there was no constitutional guarantee of unlimited monetization of public resources.
An eight-year climate justice case at the Lahore High Court (LHC) has concluded, with the court urging Punjab province to address issues related to smog, groundwater, and environmental protection.
The Bombay High Court has granted interim protection from arrest to a former student in connection with an event related to GN Saibaba at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS).
The Allahabad High Court ruled that taunting a wife for childlessness is reprehensible but not criminal cruelty, and affirmed there is no statutory bar on taking a second maternity leave within two years of the first.
During a High Court hearing in Ipoh, a prosecutor stated that a senior police officer deliberately chased a victim, leading to a fatal crash. The incident is under investigation.
The Karnataka High Court was informed that 74% of potholes in Bengaluru have been repaired, with only 2,600 remaining, indicating significant progress in addressing road infrastructure issues.
The Delhi High Court has ruled that telecasting Gurbani for genuine religious purposes does not constitute copyright infringement, in a case filed by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee.
The Senate has appealed against a High Court ruling that determined senators had breached Gachagua's rights during his impeachment proceedings, which also included a Sh50 million award.
The Supreme Court has stayed a Madras High Court order that mandated jobs for the relatives of victims from the Karur stampede, questioning the High Court's authority to intervene in government policy regarding employment.
The Kerala High Court has requested a response from the State government regarding a writ petition filed by a school teacher in Kasaragod, who was suspended for framing a question about VD Savarkar for an interschool quiz competition.
A debate is ongoing in Ghana regarding the legality and appropriateness of hearing cases during the legal vacation, prompting a review of Order 79 of the High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2004 (C.I. 47).
The High Court has advised Vijay Mallya to 'move on' regarding his plea against debt recovery, asking the Enforcement Directorate to confirm if recovery claims have been settled.
The Sindh High Court has mandated a high-level inquiry to determine the cause of HIV infections. The probe aims to establish how the infections occurred in the region.
A former student of the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has approached the Bombay High Court seeking pre-arrest bail, citing concerns that an arrest could destroy their career.
Danish millionaire René Sindlev has suffered another defeat, losing a high court case against the state in a tax dispute concerning his luxury yacht "Parsifal III".
Three new additional judges, Justice Muhammad Humayon Khan, Justice Suresh Kumar, and another, were sworn into the Sindh High Court in Karachi. Chief Justice Zafar Ahmed Rajput administered the oath during a ceremony held on Wednesday.
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued notices to the Directorate General Immigration and Passports and the federal government, seeking their comments on a petition filed by Arshad Khan, also known as ‘Arshad Chaiwala’, challenging the non-renewal of his passport.
Israel's High Court has ruled that Chief Prosecutor Amit Aisman is cleared to oversee the investigation into the Sde Teiman leak, despite police having completed their investigative work in February.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit filed by APC aspirant Mr. Matthew Oyerinmade, challenging the emergence of Hon. Festus Ayodele Adefiranye as the party's candidate for the Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo/Odigbo Federal Constituency.
The Kerala High Court has upheld a 4% disability quota reservation in promotions for state government jobs. Additionally, the court canceled an order denying FCRA renewal, affirming that the right to protest is not undesirable.
The Delhi High Court reduced a husband's interim maintenance payment, citing the wife's qualifications, rental income, and interest from fixed deposits.
Malaysia's High Court has ordered Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor to pay RM67.4 million into a stakeholder account, pending her appeal in a lawsuit concerning missing jewellery.
The High Court has requested an additional ₹1 crore in aid from the central and state governments for an Indore girl's medical treatment, noting that existing funds from the government and crowdfunding still leave a shortfall.
A potential judicial crisis in Pakistan has been averted after President Zardari signed off on the appointments of pending judges, confirming additional judges as permanent in the Sindh and Lahore High Courts.
Joseph Kpemka, a former Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, has described the decision by specialized High Courts to continue substantive criminal trials during Ghana’s legal vacation as 'novel'.
Israel's High Court criticized the Knesset's retreat on establishing polling stations in nursing homes, questioning its authority to override the legislature while pressing for practical solutions before an upcoming deadline.
Pakistan's President Zardari approved the appointment of 10 additional judges to the Lahore High Court, ending a weeks-long delay. This decision follows a period of impasse regarding judicial appointments to high courts.
The High Court in Bijelo Polje has extended the detention of Elmaz Beganović. His initial four-year sentence for manslaughter was overturned in March, and he will now face a retrial.
The Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) has initiated High Court legal action against the English Football League (EFL) following controversial changes to salary cap rules in League One.
Malaysia's High Court was told that former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak returned US$620 million after the 13th General Election because he was uncomfortable holding the funds.
The Delhi High Court has granted relief for Sujan Singh Park, an upscale complex, by halting its takeover until a plea regarding the matter is decided.
Erin College, an English language school with branches in Dublin and Cork, has been mandated by the High Court to establish an 'untouchable bank account' to safeguard refunds for foreign students who paid fees upfront but were unable to attend.
The Supreme Court has directed the Gauhati High Court to consider establishing up to two exclusive courts to handle cases related to the Manipur violence, particularly those probed by the CBI and NIA. This aims to expedite the judicial process for these sensitive cases.
The Delhi High Court upheld that a girl's choice of clothes is a personal matter and cannot be deemed to 'corrupt boys', challenging the State's appeal against an acquittal in a 2014 trial court case.
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that law graduates who completed their degrees after 2009 must pass the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) within two years to be eligible to practice law.
The Calcutta High Court has allowed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the removal of mosque loudspeakers in Bengal, indicating a legal review of the controversial decision.