Bombay High Courtcivil
Bombay HC Clarifies Meaning of Mesne Profits
The Bombay High Court defined 'mesne profits' and established criteria for determining claims arising from wrongful possession.
Jun 5, 2026Read more →
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Delhi High Courtcivilcorporate
Delhi HC Reserves Verdict on BCD Elections Row
The Delhi High Court has reserved its judgment on petitions challenging irregularities in the Bar Council of Delhi elections after intensive hearings over the weekend.
Jun 3, 2026Read more →
Saket District Courtintellectual_propertycivil
Ownership Ruling in Anamika Sood v. Saregama Raises Concerns
The Saket District Court ruled in favor of Anamika Sood, recognizing her ownership of the song 'Ferrareee' and rejecting Saregama’s claims. This ruling highlights potential misuse of copyright as a tool for commercial control rather than legal protection.
Jun 3, 2026Read more →
Allahabad High Courtcivilconstitutional
Allahabad High Court Warns Against Overloading Judges
The Allahabad High Court criticized the expectation that judges handle excessive caseloads, stating that such pressures can undermine the judicial process.
Jun 2, 2026Read more →
Supreme Court of Indiacivil
SC Clarifies Limitation Not a Jurisdictional Issue Under CPC
The Supreme Court has clarified that limitation cannot be treated as a preliminary issue under Section 9A of the CPC as it doesn’t affect the court’s jurisdiction to entertain a suit.
Jun 1, 2026Read more →
Supreme Court of Indiacivil
Limitation Is Not a Jurisdiction Issue Under Section 9A CPC: SC
The Supreme Court has clarified that limitation should not be treated as a preliminary jurisdictional issue under Section 9A of the CPC, emphasizing its applicability to defects affecting a court's competence to entertain a suit.
May 30, 2026Read more →
Orissa High Courtarbitrationcivil
Orissa HC: Dismissal of Section 34 Petition Equals Refusal to Set Aside Award
The Orissa High Court has ruled that the dismissal of a Section 34 petition based on maintainability grounds is effectively a refusal to set aside an arbitral award. The court has restored the petition for a substantive hearing.
May 24, 2026Read more →
Kerala High Courtcivil
Kerala HC Clarifies Writ Jurisdiction Limits on Private Disputes
The Kerala High Court has ruled that its writ jurisdiction cannot address private disputes, such as conflicts over parking spaces. This decision reinforces the boundaries of judicial intervention in private matters.
May 23, 2026Read more →
Calcutta High Courtcivilcorporate
Senior Advocates Appointed as West Bengal Law Officers
The West Bengal government has appointed Senior Advocates Rajdeep Mazumder, Nilanjan Bhattacharyya, and Dibyendra Narayan Ray to key law positions amid political changes. This move highlights the evolving legal landscape in the state following a change in governance.
May 20, 2026Read more →
Supreme Court of Indiacivilconstitutional
Supreme Court Directs Lawyers to Cite Judgments Opposing Their Cases
The Supreme Court mandated that lawyers must cite judgments that support both sides of their case, warning against inconsistent judicial opinions. This directive aims to enhance legal clarity and ensure fair representation.
May 18, 2026Read more →
Calcutta High Courtpropertycivil
Calcutta HC Upholds Transfer of Suit for Recovery of Municipal Taxes
In a key decision, the Calcutta High Court has upheld the transfer of a suit for the recovery of municipal taxes to the commercial division, reinforcing its alignment with statutory provisions.
May 15, 2026Read more →
civil
Understanding the Hidden Costs of Litigation: The 'Search Tax'
The 'search tax' represents the unseen costs associated with evidence discovery in litigation, highlighting the broader implications for legal teams and case outcomes.
Jun 25, 2026Read more →