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Friday, 20 February 2026

20 Feb 2026

Criminal

Kerala HC Grants Bail to Shaiju in Assault Case Against State of Kerala

Summary

Shaiju, the petitioner, sought bail after being accused of multiple serious offenses, including attempted murder, for allegedly attacking a de facto complainant with a chopper due to enmity. The prosecution argued that the attack was intentional and dangerous, while the defense claimed that Shaiju was falsely implicated and lacked sufficient evidence against him. The court, after reviewing the case, granted bail on specific conditions, concluding that continued detention was unnecessary as the investigation was nearly complete. The decision emphasizes the balance between the presumption of innocence and the need for public safety.

Bail

Assault

Criminal Law

Dr. Justice Kauser Edappagath

1J Bench

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20 Feb 2026

Service

Kerala HC Dismisses Beena M.G's Claim for ACP Benefits Against Union of India

Summary

The case involves Beena M.G and others challenging the dismissal of their claim for benefits under the Assured Career Progression Scheme (ACPS) and Modified Assured Career Progression Scheme (MACPS) by the Central Administrative Tribunal. The petitioners, who worked at the Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory, argued that they were entitled to these benefits due to lack of promotions over 12 years. The court upheld the Tribunal's decision, stating that the claims were time-barred and that the petitioners had already received a promotion. Thus, the petition was dismissed.

Assured Career Progression

Modified Assured Career Progression

Promotion

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20 Feb 2026

Criminal

Kerala HC Grants Bail to Razak in Murder Case, Sets Conditions

Summary

The case involves Razak, who is accused of committing murder by setting the wife of a defacto complainant on fire in 2012. He sought bail under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, claiming innocence and lack of evidence against him. The court, after reviewing the circumstances and his previous absences, granted bail with specific conditions. The decision reflects the court's consideration of the applicant's rights and the necessity of his continued detention.

Bail

Murder

IPC

Dr. Justice Kauser Edappagath

1J Bench

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20 Feb 2026

Criminal

Kerala HC Grants Bail to Safeek in Attempted Murder Case

Summary

The case involves Safeek, who is accused of attempting to murder a complainant after a dispute over tobacco. The incident occurred on December 3, 2025, when Safeek allegedly attacked the complainant with a knife, causing a laceration. Safeek applied for bail, arguing he was falsely implicated and had no prior criminal record. The court granted bail, citing the lack of evidence for continued detention and the completion of the investigation.

Bail

Attempted Murder

Criminal Law

Dr. Justice Kauser Edappagath

1J Bench

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20 Feb 2026

Criminal

Kerala HC Dismisses Hussain's Bail Application as Withdrawn

Summary

Hussain, the petitioner, sought bail in connection with a criminal case registered against him at the Kilimanoor Police Station. The bail application was previously dismissed on December 9, 2024, and Hussain's counsel requested to withdraw the current bail application during the hearing on February 20, 2026. The court dismissed the application as withdrawn, indicating that the petitioner chose not to pursue bail at this time. The case highlights the procedural aspects of bail applications in criminal proceedings.

Bail

Criminal Procedure

High Court

Dr. Justice Kauser Edappagath

1J Bench

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20 Feb 2026

Property

Kerala HC Upholds Eviction Order in Aswathi Prasad vs Subi Mamen

Summary

In the case of Aswathi Prasad @ Aswathi R. Nair vs Subi Mamen, the petitioner challenged the eviction order passed by the Rent Control Court and upheld by the Rent Control Appellate Authority. The petitioner argued that the tenant's livelihood depended on the rented premises, but both courts found that the tenant had alternative suitable buildings available for business. The High Court affirmed the lower courts' findings, emphasizing the tenant's failure to prove the landlord's possession of vacant buildings and the necessity of the eviction. The court ruled in favor of the landlord, allowing the eviction to proceed.

Rent Control

Eviction

Tenant Rights

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Friday, 20 February 2026

Kerala HC Grants Bail to Shaiju in Assault Case Against State of Kerala

Kerala HC Dismisses Beena M.G's Claim for ACP Benefits Against Union of India

Kerala HC Grants Bail to Razak in Murder Case, Sets Conditions

Kerala HC Grants Bail to Safeek in Attempted Murder Case

Kerala HC Dismisses Hussain's Bail Application as Withdrawn

Kerala HC Upholds Eviction Order in Aswathi Prasad vs Subi Mamen

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