India - High Court of Delhi

Use of Notional Interest on Terminal Benefits for Ex-Gratia Eligibility Upheld: Delhi High Court

Assessing Financial Need: Delhi High Court Validates Use of Notional Interest in Ex-Gratia Claims In a significant ruling regarding the interpretation of welfare schemes for the families of deceased employees, the High Court of Delhi has affirmed that banks may calculate "notional interest" o...

26 Sep 2025

India - High Court of Allahabad

Extended Delay in Seeking Compassionate Appointment Defeats Claim of Financial Crisis: Allahabad High Court

More Than Just a Job: Allahabad HC Clarifies the Limits of Compassionate Appointment In an era where employment concerns often reach the steps of the High Court, the Allahabad High Court has provided a sharp reminder regarding the nature of compassionate appointments. Presided over by Justice...

25 Sep 2025

India - High Court of Kerala

Kerala High Court Restrains Coercive Action Against Ex-DGP Sreelekha in POCSO Victim Identity Disclosure Case

Kerala High Court Restrains Coercive Action Against Ex-DGP Sreelekha in POCSO Victim Identity Disclosure CaseIn a significant interim order, the High Court of Kerala has directed the Investigating Officer to refra...

21 Jul 2026

India - High Court of Kerala

Denial of Suspension of Sentence Under Section 389 Code in Actress Assault Case: Kerala High Court

Denial of Suspension of Sentence Under Section 389 Code in Actress Assault Case: Kerala High CourtIn a significant verdict reaffirming the standards for post-conviction relief, the

14 Jul 2026

India - High Court of Andhra Pradesh

Compassionate Appointments Must Be an Exception, Not the Norm: Andhra Pradesh HC Directs Redrafting of State Policy

Rethinking Compassion: High Court Challenges Surge in Non-Merit Employment In a landmark ruling that challenges the unchecked growth of compassionate appointments, theHigh Court of Andhra Pradeshhas signaled a major shift in how the State government handles recruitment for the dependents of d...

08 Apr 2026

India - High Court of Karnataka

Compassionate Appointment Cannot Be Denied Solely on Age-Bars: Karnataka High Court Mandates Humane Review Policies

Compassion Over Bureaucracy: High Court Sets Precedent for Compassionate Employment In a significant ruling aimed at balancing administrative rules with social equity, theHigh Courtof Karnataka has intervened in a case involving the denial of a compassionate appointment. Justice M. Nagaprasan...

14 Oct 2025

India - High Court of Kerala

Kerala High Court Reviews Bail in Politically Charged Assault Case

Kerala High Court Reviews Bail in Politically Charged Assault CaseThe Kerala High Court has intervened in a high-profile legal dispute concerning the alleged assault of protesters by the security detail of the state’s former Chief Mi...

18 Jun 2026

India - High Court of Gujarat

Benami Property Claims Must Be Proven by Clear Title: Gujarat High Court Upholds Dismissal of 30-Year-Old Suit

Benami Property Allegations Fail: Gujarat High Court Closes 30-Year Property Battle In a final adjudication spanning over three decades, theHigh Court of Gujarat at Ahmedabadhas dismissed a long-standing first appeal concerning the ownership of a plot of land in Maninagar, Ahmedabad. The cour...

07 May 2026

India - High Court of Karnataka

Age-Bar Should Not Defeat Compassionate Appointment: Karnataka HC Directs Corporation to Formulate Humane Policy

Beyond the Age-Bar: Karnataka HC Mandates Humane Approach to Compassionate Appointments In a significant ruling for the families of deceased employees, the High Court of Karnataka has struck down the rigid application of age-bar criteria in compassionate appointment cases. Just...

14 Oct 2025

India - High Court of Karnataka

Strict Age Limits Cannot Frustrate Objective of Compassionate Appointment: High Court of Karnataka

Rejecting Compassionate Employment at the Gate: Karnataka HC Demands Humane Policy In a significant ruling, the High Court of Karnataka at Dharwad has rebuked the Northwestern Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (NWKSRTC) for its rigid application o...

14 Oct 2025