High Court of Jharkhand

5169 of 2021 • 17 Feb 2026

The High Court of Jharkhand ruled in favor of Dinbandhu Pandey, quashing his termination from the post of Computer Operator due to lack of due process. The court emphasized that even contractual employees are entitled to a fair hearing before termination, thereby reinstating Pandey to his position and ordering payment of his dues.

175 of 2022 • 17 Feb 2026

The High Court of Jharkhand reserved its order on the maintainability of Khalid Ahmed's writ petition challenging his termination from Punjab National Bank due to alleged misconduct, arguing that part of the cause of action arose within its jurisdiction. The court heard arguments regarding whether the case could be maintained given that the misconduct and disciplinary actions occurred outside its territorial jurisdiction.

Rajesh Kumar • 19 Feb 2026

Suraj Singh, the petitioner, sought bail after being in custody since September 12, 2025, for allegedly transporting a commercial quantity of Ganja under the NDPS Act. The State opposed the bail application, citing substantial evidence linking him to the crime. The court, after hearing both parties, denied the bail request, emphasizing the seriousness of the charges and the need to comply with the NDPS Act's provisions. As a result, the petitioner remains in custody pending trial.

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Sanjay Kumar Dwivedi • 19 Feb 2026

Saroj Yadav filed a petition seeking anticipatory bail in connection with a case under the Arms Act, where his name emerged from a co-accused's confessional statement. The petitioner, a farmer with no criminal history, argued against his arrest based on the circumstances of the case. The court considered the lack of prior criminal antecedents and directed the petitioner to surrender within two weeks, with the provision for release on appropriate terms. The decision underscores the court's consideration of the petitioner's background in granting bail.

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