Recent Judgments
Latest verdicts and orders from Supreme Court and High Courts across India.
Madras HC Dismisses Promotion Claims of Retired Clerks A.Selvam Anandaraj & V.Kuppusamy
The case involves two retired clerks from the Puducherry Municipality who sought a writ of mandamus for notional promotion to the post of Assistant, claiming that they were unfairly denied this promotion due to delays in the promotion process. The court found that the petitioners were not entitled to the promotion as they had not completed the necessary departmental tests before their retirement. Ultimately, the court dismissed the petitions, emphasizing that promotions cannot be claimed as a matter of right, especially after retirement.
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BHC Rules on Mediation Requirement in Advanced Technology Products Inc. vs Oriental Export Corporation
In the case of Advanced Technology Products Inc. vs Oriental Export Corporation, the appellant challenged an ex parte order that allowed the respondent to register a suit without fulfilling the mandatory pre-institution mediation requirement under the Commercial Courts Act. The appellant, a corporation based in Ohio, faced quality issues with products supplied by the respondent, leading to a safety recall. The court ultimately ruled that the review application was invalid due to lack of notice to the appellant, thereby upholding the original order that required mediation before proceeding with the suit.
BHC Dismisses Appeal for Delay in Partition Case by Bhausaheb Manjabapu Pawar and Ors
The case involves Bhausaheb Manjabapu Pawar and others appealing against the rejection of their application for condonation of delay in filing an appeal against an ex parte decree from 2019. The appellants claimed that they were not properly served with summons and that the COVID-19 pandemic affected their ability to file the appeal on time. The court upheld the lower court's decision, emphasizing that the appellants failed to provide sufficient evidence for their delay and had previously neglected to participate in the trial. Ultimately, the appeal was dismissed, affirming the lower court's ruling.
Himachal HC Dismisses Balbir Singh's Petition Against Bank Employees for Loan Mismanagement
The case involves a revision petition filed by Balbir Singh against an order by the Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate, which dismissed his complaint against employees of Baghat Urban Cooperative Bank for failing to register an FIR under Section 175(3) of the Bhartiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. Singh alleged that the bank wrongfully adjusted his loan payments and initiated proceedings under the SARFAESI Act without proper justification. The High Court upheld the lower court's decision, stating that the complaint did not disclose a cognizable offence, as the issues raised were civil in nature rather than criminal. Consequently, the petition was dismissed, affirming the trial court's ruling that no prima facie case was established against the accused.
CIC Rules on RTI Disclosure in Naresh Kadyan vs Department of Animal Husbandry
Naresh Kadyan filed multiple RTI applications seeking information from the Department of Animal Husbandry regarding various animal welfare policies and the conduct of public servants. The CPIO's responses were deemed unsatisfactory, leading Kadyan to appeal to the Central Information Commission. The Commission ultimately ruled on the adequacy of the responses provided by the CPIO, emphasizing the limitations of information disclosure under the RTI Act. The final decision was delivered on February 23, 2026, upholding the CPIO's stance on the information requested.
Delhi HC Upholds Tribunal's Reinstatement Order for Babu Lal vs Guru Harkrishan Public School
The case involves Guru Harkrishan Public School challenging the Delhi School Tribunal's decision to reinstate Sh. Babu Lal, a former employee, after his demotion and resignation were set aside. The Tribunal found that his resignation was not voluntary and ordered his reinstatement with benefits. The school argued that the resignation was accepted following proper procedures, including a sub-committee review. The High Court ultimately upheld the Tribunal's decision, emphasizing the need for fair treatment in employment matters.
CIC Rules on RTI Appeals in Naresh Kadyan vs Department of Animal Husbandry
Naresh Kadyan filed multiple RTI applications seeking information from the Department of Animal Husbandry regarding animal welfare regulations and the conduct of public servants. The CPIO's responses were deemed unsatisfactory, leading Kadyan to appeal to the Central Information Commission. The Commission ultimately ruled on the matter, addressing the adequacy of the information provided and the applicability of privacy concerns under the RTI Act. The final judgment was delivered on February 23, 2026, affirming the previous decisions of the CPIO and FAA.
