High Court of Madras Judgments
Recent judgments and landmark decisions from the High Court of Madras. AI-powered summaries for quick understanding.
Friday, 23 January 2026
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Summary
M/S. Imperial Shipping Service, a Customs House Agent, challenged two orders from the Customs Department: one imposing a penalty of Rs. 30 lakhs for allegedly aiding the export of prohibited goods, and another suspending their Customs Broker License. The court examined the claims of negligence and lack of due diligence against the petitioner, who argued that they acted based on provided documentation and did not have the mens rea necessary for liability. Ultimately, the court found in favor of the petitioner, quashing the orders as they were deemed arbitrary and without jurisdiction.
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Writ Petition
Regulations
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Hon'ble Mr. Justice Abdul Quddhose
Summary
The case involves a civil revision petition filed by Mr. P. Venkadachalam and Mr. V. Balasubramaniam against M/S MKB Life Styles regarding a lease agreement dispute. The plaintiffs sought a permanent injunction against the defendants for interfering with their possession of the leased property. The trial court initially referred the matter to arbitration but the defendants contested the interim orders issued. The High Court ultimately ruled that the civil suit was maintainable and allowed a limited interim injunction to continue until due process was followed for eviction.
Read moreArbitration
Lease Agreement
Injunction
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Summary
G.Thirukalyanamalar, a Sri Lankan refugee, challenged the termination of her employment by the State Bank of India, which was based on her non-Indian citizenship. The court examined her eligibility for the position and the legality of her termination under Article 226 of the Constitution of India. Ultimately, the court upheld the bank's decision, stating that the petitioner did not meet the citizenship requirement necessary for the role. The judgment reaffirmed the principle that employment eligibility can be contingent on citizenship status.
Read moreEmployment Law
Citizenship
Writ Petition
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Summary
The case involves a civil revision petition filed by Rexpaul, the judgment-debtor in an eviction suit initiated by the Archbiship of Madras-Mylapore. The petitioner contested the execution of a decree ordering his eviction, claiming the property was poromboke land and alleging fraud in the plaintiffs' title. The court upheld the trial court's decision, emphasizing that a tenant cannot deny the landlord's title during the tenancy. The final judgment dismissed the petitioner's objections and confirmed the eviction order.
Read moreEviction
Tenancy
Civil Procedure
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Summary
The case involves Sureshkumar Jain and three others seeking to reopen the evidence of a witness, P.W.1, for continuation of cross-examination in a civil suit against Uttamchand Jain and six others. The court noted that the defendants had previously failed to utilize multiple opportunities to cross-examine the witness. Ultimately, the court allowed the applications to reopen the evidence on the condition that the defendants pay costs, balancing fairness to both parties. The matter is set for further compliance reporting.
Read moreCross-examination
Civil Procedure
Evidence
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Criminal
Divakar vs The State Rep. By
Summary
The case involves Divakar, who was accused of assisting in the concealment of evidence related to the murder of a deceased individual. The prosecution alleged that he conspired with others to commit the crime, although he was not directly involved in the murder. Divakar sought bail after being in custody since September 2025, and the court ultimately granted bail, citing the lack of direct involvement in the murder and the period of incarceration. The court imposed stringent conditions for his release to ensure compliance and safety of the complainant.
Read moreBail
SC/ST Act
Conspiracy
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