Kerala High Court

The Kerala High Court dismissed a plea for suspending the sentence of the second accused in an actor assault case. The court found prima facie evidence that the accused aided the crime and was involved in the conspiracy.

The Kerala High Court has ordered the Muvattupuzha RDO to pay ₹25,000 in costs. The ruling was issued without additional context provided in the article.

Geethanandan and other accused in the Muthanga land agitation have approached the Kerala High Court, challenging the Kalpetta court's prima facie finding of conspiracy charges. The accused argue that the prima facie determination does not meet legal requirements for the offense.

A chargesheet in the Nedumangad child murder case was not filed due to delays in receiving the forensic report. The one-and-a-half-year-old child had over 90 internal and external injuries, and treating hospital personnel did not flag or report the systematic trauma despite prior visits for bone fractures.

Kerala High Court has granted the state a week to respond to a plea challenging the change of trial court following the death of Basheer. The plea seeks to address concerns related to the judicial proceedings.

The Kerala High Court has ordered the CBI to complete its investigation into the Jesna missing case within six months, citing that the probe should not continue indefinitely as eight years have passed since she was last seen.

The Kerala High Court has directed Meta to unblock a journalist's Facebook account. The court's order mandates the restoration of access to the account.

The Kerala High Court has directed the completion of the trial for the Abhimanyu murder case within four months.

The Kerala High Court has quashed defamation proceedings against a news channel. The court's decision dismisses legal action targeting the media outlet.

The Kerala High Court granted bail to four accused individuals who were charged with attacking ED officials. The court cited that the accused had spent over 60 days in custody and the investigation had reached its final stage.

Kerala High Court has ordered a Vigilance probe into alleged conspiracy in the procurement of ghee for Sabarimala from Milma. The Division Bench is reviewing reports from the Sabarimala Special Commissioner and the Chief Vigilance and Security Officer of Travancore Devaswom in a suo motu proceeding concerning alleged misappropriation.

The Kerala High Court criticized the state government for promoting DGP S. Sreejith before resolving demands for an inquiry into the appointment of two bodybuilders as Sub-Inspectors. The court's reprimand highlights concerns over procedural irregularities in the appointments.

The Kerala High Court denied an appeal against a stay on an order abolishing the Kerala Police Officers Association and redistributing its members and assets among two other associations. A Single Bench had previously stayed the order, and a former office-bearer of the association challenged the stay.

The Kerala High Court has permitted the Chief Officer and Second Engineer of the capsized MSC Elsa 3 to return home after being detained in Kochi for over a year following the ship's capsizing.

The Kerala High Court has granted local bodies a 'last chance' to remove illegal flex boards. The court has warned the Joint Directors of Urban Affairs and Secretaries of the Local Self-Government Institutions against inaction if violations persist.

The Kerala High Court ordered the state to operationalise promised NDPS Courts on time. The court was informed that 8,422 NDPS cases are pending in the state.

DGMA has requested the Navy's assistance to survey the MSC Elsa 3 wreck site following a Kerala High Court directive. The Navy is tasked with assessing the feasibility of examining the wreck, submerged containers, and potential risks from hazardous cargo. DGMA seeks a response on feasibility, methodology, and timeline ahead of a court hearing on August 11.

The Kerala High Court has stayed the order reorganizing police associations in the state on a petition filed by the KPOA. Previously, the same order was stayed on a petition by the KPA.

The Kerala High Court removed a stay order that had prevented the transfer of Government Medical College Principals. The court ruled that transfer decisions are the employer's prerogative based on administrative necessities and that personal or familial inconveniences do not justify interfering with such orders.

The Kerala High Court has granted additional time to the state government to complete an investigation into a media trial case filed by Dileep. The court emphasized that further delays would be taken seriously, having previously warned of potential contempt proceedings if the probe was not expedited.

The Kerala government is facing difficulties in appointing a new DGP as ADGP S. Sreejith's candidacy has been affected by a setback. The Kerala High Court quashed a clean chit related to allegations of a foreign trip without prior government permission.

Kerala High Court has stayed an order issued by the Additional Chief Secretary to restructure police associations. The court admitted a petition by the Kerala Police Association, which argued that the order violated the association's fundamental right to form associations under the Constitution.

The Kerala High Court has admitted a petition by actor Ansiba Hassan challenging a Judicial First Class Magistrate Court in Ernakulam that refused to register a case based on her complaint against a video containing alleged sexually coloured and defamatory statements. The court has sought the State's response to her petition.

Kerala High Court ruled that private sector employment salaries cannot be excluded in Creamy Layer assessments. Two petitioners' fathers had annual earnings of ₹1.12 crore and worked in a multinational bank in the UK.

The Kerala High Court is set to consider a plea challenging an ACS order that restructured police associations and dissolved the Kerala Police Officers' Association (KPOA).

The Kerala High Court has sought the State government's response in the bail plea of an accused involved in an attack on ED officials.

Actor Ansiba Hassan has moved the Kerala High Court against a magistrate's order that refused to register a First Information Report (FIR) on her complaint. The legal challenge stems from the refusal to process her FIR.

The Kerala High Court has urged the state government to consider implementing a paid menstrual leave policy for women conductors in the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC). The court emphasized that the state should consult the petitioners and KSRTC before making a decision.

The Kerala High Court ruled that a pillion rider cannot be denied compensation due to the vehicle rider’s negligence. The court criticized the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal, Ernakulam, for relying on a scene mahazar and inspection report instead of evidence, calling it a 'grave error'.

The Kerala High Court has directed the Guruvayur Devaswom to submit a schedule for remitting ₹14.72 crore in outstanding audit charges. The court instructed the Devaswom to take measures to clear the pending audit.

The Kerala High Court ruled that non-payment of maintenance constitutes economic abuse and domestic violence. The court stated that victims' claims do not require independent corroboration as harassment typically occurs within private homes.

The chairman of Guruvayur Devaswom stated that the organization will strictly implement Kerala High Court directives. The administration is taking audit observations seriously and assuring transparency in financial and administrative affairs.

The Kerala High Court has directed the Principal Accountant General and a KSDA Senior Deputy Director to appear over audit irregularities in the Guruvayur Devaswom. The Audit department informed the court that the Board failed to establish a 'flawless system', leading to accounting challenges.

The Kerala High Court ruled that a few instances of cruelty over several years do not constitute grounds for annulment in a marriage review. The court emphasized that such instances must be evaluated for their cumulative impact rather than frequency alone.

Kerala High Court judges inspected the Thrissur mental health centre and reviewed its facilities. The inspection is part of the court’s broader initiative to assess government mental health institutions across the state, focusing on infrastructure and care standards.

Political parties in Kerala largely support appealing the High Court's ban on meetings at Thekkinkadu Maidan, while Hindu organizations endorse the ruling that prioritizes temple rituals. The BJP advocates balancing temple rituals with ensuring a public space for people.

The Kerala High Court has directed the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) to conduct hazard checks at locations similar to the site of a debris slip in Wayanad. The order aims to assess risks in areas with comparable geographical features to prevent future incidents.

The Kerala High Court ruled that education loans may be denied if a parent serving as co-borrower has a poor credit score. However, the application could be reconsidered if another eligible co-borrower with a sufficient credit score is available.

The Kerala High Court upheld cheating charges against the Augustine brothers, finding merit in allegations by M.M. Aliyar. Aliyar claimed he was misled into believing timber had proper permits, a claim the brothers disputed.

The Kerala High Court dismissed a sexual harassment case against Boby Chemmanur after the actor involved agreed to resolve the matter amicably, citing his public apology. The court granted Chemmanur’s request to quash the proceedings.