The Indore Bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court denied anticipatory bail to cartoonist Hemant Malviya over an “undignified” caricature of RSS and PM Modi, citing misuse of free speech.
Chhattisgarh High Court rules mere currency recovery isn’t enough for a corruption conviction; demand for gratification must be proven. Public servant acquitted.
Andhra Pradesh High Court directs magistrates to follow Supreme Court guidelines on mechanical remands for social media posts, emphasizing preliminary inquiries and free speech.
Chhattisgarh High Court rules trial courts can pardon accomplices for truthful testimony, even if not in custody, under CrPC Section 307 (BNSS 344).
Aurangabad Bench of Bombay HC declines to quash rape FIR despite compromise, citing seriousness of offence and need to prevent misuse of legal process.
Kerala High Court grants bail, stating a consensual relationship turning sour isn’t rape. Court emphasizes caution in false allegations and misuse of law.
Madras High Court rules phone tapping for crime detection violates privacy. Interception justified only in public emergency/safety; material collected illegally cannot be used.
Nagpur Bench of Bombay HC observes wives misusing Section 498A IPC to settle personal scores against husbands’ families in matrimonial disputes.
The J&K&L High Court affirmed the deportation order for a Pakistani couple residing in Srinagar since 1988, citing voluntary acquisition of foreign citizenship.
Karnataka High Court rules State should promote peaceful festivities. It directs authorities to decide on Muharram celebrations in Yadgiri due to communal clashes.
