MADRAS HC
Tenant’s son sold landlord’s property to two buyers despite 2005 SC eviction order; Madras HC rejects buyers’ plea for this reason
A tenant family sold property belonging to landlord Mr Paulin despite a Supreme Court eviction order. The Madras High Court found the sale invalid since the tenant's son had no legal right to sell. After the landlord sought cancellation of the transaction, the new buyers attempted to restrain him. The Court ruled that the buyers' claim was an abuse of legal process.
SC slams forum shopping, transfers commercial lawsuit from Delhi HC to Madras HC
The Supreme Court addressed the practice of forum shopping in its recent order regarding a commercial suit. The court transferred the case from Delhi High Court to Madras High Court to ensure appropriate jurisdiction. Both parties involved in the suit were located in neighboring states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The ruling emphasized the importance of having cases heard in relevant local courts.
Father gave his share of joint family land to second son; first son lost challenge but got 1/8th share in father’s self-acquired land, know why
A recent Madras High Court case addressed the inheritance dispute between two brothers regarding family property. Balakrishnan challenged their father's decision to gift land to his younger brother Jayachandran. The court upheld the validity of prior partition arrangements and gift deeds while reaffirming Balakrishnan's rightful share of the separate land. Balakrishnan was ultimately granted a 1/8th share in his father's self-acquired property.
Once father’s property is proved as joint property, married Hindu daughters can claim a right in it and demand partition, rules Karnataka High Court
Brothers resisted married sisters claim over late father’s properties; Karnataka HC rules in married sisters’ favour as properties are jointly held and Hindu Succession Act has an overriding effect in succession cases.
PIL in Madras HC seeks probe into Cockroach Janata Party leader Saurav Das's background
A businessman has approached the Madras High Court seeking an investigation into Yogesh Sharma's background. He claims Sharma, known as Saurav Das, has Nepali roots that need to be probed. The petitioner alleges that Sharma has abused the judiciary and must therefore face consequences for his actions. Additionally, he requests the blocking of Sharma's social media accounts for derogatory statements against judges.
EPS-95: Private sector employees win higher pension case in Bombay High Court despite PF Trust wage ceiling limit cap; know why
EPS-95: Private sector employees wins case for higher pension as Bombay HC rules higher pension can be given even if PF trust rules capped the contributions at statutory wage ceiling limit
This is "digital dacoity", won't allow consolidation of cases: SC gives key ruling against cyber scam mule a/c holders Nidhi Bhandari, Gourab Saha
Strongly condemning the organised cyber crime rackets targeting senior citizens through digital arrests, CJI Surya Kant said those involved must face stringent action.
Non-Hindus must pledge reverence to enter Agamic temples: Madras HC
The Madras High Court ruled that non-Hindus cannot enter Agamic temples without respecting traditional customs. This decision follows a public interest litigation aimed at enforcing Temple Entry Authorisation Act. The ruling emphasizes the importance of religious sanctity in Agamic temple practices. Political figures' actions in sacred spaces drew the court's criticism, highlighting the need for adherence to longstanding customs.
EPS-95 higher pension: Pensioners’ body appeals to President as retirees struggle to get higher pension
The National Confederation of Pensioners’ Associations has requested intervention from President Droupadi Murmu regarding higher EPS pension issues. They demand the withdrawal of a problematic EPFO circular that affects eligibility for pensions based on internal trust rules. In addition, they seek to halt unnecessary litigation and ensure uniform treatment for all retirees. The NCPA calls for waiving punitive interest related to administrative delays on pension claims.
Ex-TN Minister Poyyamozhi arrested in school recognition scam
Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was arrested by the Central Crime Branch in Chennai for an alleged ₹100 crore fraud. His arrest followed the dismissal of his anticipatory bail petition by the Madras High Court. The case arose from a complaint by DC Elangovan regarding illegal money collection from private schools. The accused promised government approvals and recognition in exchange for significant financial contributions.
Brother refused to give sister her share; Bombay HC upholds her 1/3 property right after mother gave her share to son
The Bombay High Court has recently ruled in favor of a sister's claim to a portion of family property, rejecting her brother’s objections. The court highlighted that oral relinquishments of family assets require substantial evidence, a burden the brother failed to meet. It also clarified the differences between accepting a cousin's share and abandoning one's own. Thus, the sister was awarded one-third of the family estate.
Tenants stayed in India without valid visas, landlord claimed he didn’t know; Madras HC upholds 2-year jail term and Rs 10,000 fine
Foreigner tenants arrested by police for staying without valid Indian visa; landlord says he didn’t knew this; Madras HC upheld Rs 10,000 fine and 2 years jail sentence for tenants under Foreigners Act
Father bought 5-bigha land in elder brother’s name, other brothers claimed it was joint family land; M.P. High Court rules in elder brother’s favour, here's why
Father bought 5-bigha land in elder brother’s name; other brothers objected, claiming joint family funds were used, but Madhya Pradesh HC upholds elder brother’s title. Know how elder won the land case.
Sister’s husband claimed he got his father-in-law's land via oral gift and sold it but her brothers objected; Madras HC rules in brothers' favour for this reason
Sister’s husband’s family sold her father’s 36 cents land claiming he had got the land via oral gift; Madras HC rules this oral gift invalid under Hindu law and rules for brothers to get back title to father’s land
Reservation push by states faces judicial tests
The Supreme Court upheld the Madras HC's ruling that religious conversion from Hinduism to another religion does not entitle a person to SC or OBC reservation. The case concerns Tamil Nadu's 3.5% quota for Muslim OBCs. In March 2024, the then DMK government allowed OBCs, SCs and Denotified Communities members who converted to Islam to claim the quota. The Madras HC struck down the order in June 2024 as unconstitutional. The TVK government's appeal was rejected by the SC.
Hindus who convert to another religion can't claim reservation: SC upholds Madras HC order on quota
The Supreme Court has dismissed the Tamil Nadu government's plea challenging a Madras High Court order on reservation for converts to Islam. The top court upheld the ruling that a person converting to Islam cannot claim reservation under the Backward Class category on the basis of conversion, stating that social backwardness cannot be transferred from the Hindu social order to a non-Hindu social order.
'Massive blow to Congress' appeasement politics': BJP after Supreme Court's conversion ruling
The Supreme Court recently upheld a Madras High Court ruling on backward reservation benefits for converts. It stated that backwardness cannot be carried forward after converting to Islam. BJP hailed the judgement as a significant setback for the appeasement politics of opposition parties. The ruling specifically addresses that only Hindus, Sikhs, and Buddhists can be recognisaed under scheduled castes.
Noel Tata files caveat in City Civil Court against Venu Srinivasan, Vijay Singh, and other SDTT trustees
Noel Tata and his son Neville filed a caveat petition in the Mumbai City Civil Court against other trustees. This petition aims to ensure they are heard before any orders are made regarding trust matters. The filings arise from concerns about Noel Tata's role within the trust structure and his ongoing authority. Venu Srinivasan and Vijay Singh are questioning the legitimacy of his appointment as a perpetual trustee.
Wife underwent treatment but couple had no children for 19 years; Madras HC rejects divorce plea over childlessness
Husband wanted divorce, citing that they have no children in 19 years of marriage despite her undergoing treatment; Madras HC says childlessness can’t be a ground for divorce.
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