Explained | Sanathana Dharma is a set of ‘eternal duties’: Madras High Court
Madras High Court remarked that an idea appears to have gained ground that Sanadhana Dharma is all about, and only about, promoting casteism and untouchability
Madras High Court
Madras HC issues notice to NIA over filing petition seeking extension of remand order under UAPA at the “eleventh hour”
The petition under Section 43D(2)(b) First proviso of UAPA Act seeking extension of remand order was filed by the respondents a day before the elapse of the 90- days period.
Decoding Madras High Court verdict on right of detenu to make effective representation against preventive detention order
“This right of a detenu to make an effective representation against a preventive detention order is a very sacrosanct and sanctus constitutional right and such constitutional safeguard is ingrained in Article 22(5) of the Constitution of India”
Authorities can prevent manufacturing, selling or immersion of idols made of plaster of paris: Madras High Court
Madras High Court rejected the argument of the respondent that the Revised Guidelines for Idol Immersion can be implemented only regarding immersion and not regarding manufacturing activity.
Arbitrator’s fees to be treated as preferential payments even where CIRP proceedings are pending before NCLT: Madras High Court
Madras High Court said that if the Arbitrators are not paid their fees / costs on account of the moratorium order, the object of arbitration will get defeated, as competent Arbitrators will hesitate to become Arbitrators in a dispute involving Companies facing financial crisis.
Large scale exploitation of political power by politicians, especially in land grabbing matters: Madras HC asks landlord to file a memo of calculation of arrears
“Politicians play an influential role in the life of a common man. The words and actions of a politician has an impact on his followers, party men and public at large. It is imperative that this power is not to be misused for illegal and personal gains”
Madras High Court asks Chief Minister MK Stalin to decide about continuance of Senthil Balaji as a Minister
Madras High Court remarked that Senthil Balaji’s continuation in the cabinet without portfolio will serve no purpose and do not augur well with the Principles of Constitutional ethos on goodness, good governance and purity in administration.
Madras HC directs Principal Sessions Court to hear V Senthil Balaji’s bail plea in money laundering case; Set aside transfer of case to MP/MLA Court
“Since the territorial jurisdiction of the present case is in Chennai only, therefore Chennai being one of the jurisdictional area under the notification issued by the Central Government, which comes under the jurisdiction of the PDSJ, Chennai, naturally the said case has to be tried in the said Court”
Read why Madras HC upheld termination of man who obtained compassionate appointment as Junior Assistant in DPHPM
Madras High Court said that the false indigent certificate was issued when the petitioner was 30 years old, thus, he should be aware of the consequences of suppression of vital fact and obtaining a certificate based on such suppression. He cannot not claim ignorance. He cannot claim innocence and he cannot seek indulgence from the Court.
Madras HC refuses to quash criminal proceedings against BJP leader H Raja for tweeting against Periyar, Karunanidhi and officers of HR&CE Department
“Whatever besides you leave unguarded, guard your tongue; otherwise, errors of speech and the consequent misery will ensue” – Thiruvalluvar
Does refusing paternity leave to father violate a newborn child’s right to life? Madras High Court answers
The Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1972 provides with paternity leave. But such a welfare measure is not provided by the various states in India, including the state of Tamil Nadu. This case marks the need for paternity leave legislation in India.
Limitation period to file counter statement to notice of opposition would run from date of receipt of e-mail: Madras High Court
Madras High Court directed the Registrar of Trade Marks to re-consider and decide the matter on merits after providing a reasonable opportunity to both the parties
Social ostracisation is anti-thesis of humanity: Madras HC directs State to grant reservations to Transgender persons in local body elections
Transgenders have to be absorbed into the mainstream activities of society and for that, a change in attitude towards them is essential. Each human being has their own likes and dislikes, but when it comes to living in a society under the umbrella of togetherness, it is vital to accept the differences within us.
Explained | Madras HC verdict on PG medical admissions concerning grant of incentive marks to in-service candidates in open category
The very purpose and object of giving weightage to in service candidates who have served in rural, remote or hilly areas, is to overcome the disadvantage they suffered because of working in such difficult conditions and to enable them to compete with the candidates who have directly, after their MBBS course, appeared for the NEET Postgraduate examination
Madras HC directs State and National CAMPA to release funds to NCTA for relocating 495 families from Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
When funds to the tune of Rs.8154.84 Crore is available with the National CAMPA, which can be utilised , the UOI has the statutory duty, pursuant to the manifestation of the Directive Principles of State Policies, considering the extreme urgency and critical nature of the issue.
Termination of pregnancy can be made without disclosing minor’s name in report, in case of consensual relations: Madras High Court
Madras High Court said there are instances where a minor and their guardian may not be interested in proceeding further with the case and entangle themselves in a legal process. In such instances, termination of pregnancy can be made without the disclosure of the name of the minor.
Partition of Property may also be effected under a settlement or an oral understanding: Supreme Court
“There is no prohibition to effect a partition otherwise than through an instrument in writing by duly complying with the requirement of law.”
Read why Madras HC directed authorities to appoint candidate as police constable who was denied job over a criminal case
Madras High Court said that the authorities failed to consider that there are no other criminal antecedents against the petitioner and this particular crime has nothing to do with any criminal implication, as he had only exercised his fundamental right to protest by participating in the protest organized by his fellow students and it will not have any implication as to the nature of the job for which he has applied.
Madras High Court dismisses lawyers’ pleas praying to participate as eligible candidates in direct recruitment to the post of Civil Judge
“If the plea of the petitioners is accepted, it would amount to opening a Pandora box and several other similarly candidates would start knocking at the doors of this Court with the similar demand and in that case, recruitment will turn out to be a never-ending process as the examination is scheduled on 19-08-2023.”
Right to Vent| Madras High Court quashes charge memo against bank employee who mocked higher authorities on WhatsApp group
“When even prisoners have fundamental rights and it has been declared by the Supreme Court that Part III of the Constitution does not stop at the prison gates, it would be ridiculous to suggest that the moment a person becomes a bank employee, he has to bid good-bye to Article 19(1)(a).”