The Kerala High Court has dismissed petitions seeking a Vigilance probe into the alleged pay-off case involving CMRL and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s daughter, Veena Vijayan. The court’s decision comes as a significant relief for the CM and his family. The revision petitions, filed by Congress leader Mathew Kuzhalnadan and late RTI activist Girish Babu, Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has strongly criticised a Grama Panchayat for unnecessarily prolonging a legal dispute involving just ₹50,000. The court observed that repeated litigation in such a minor financial matter was unjustified, particularly since the legal expenses were being covered using public funds. The bench expressed displeasure over the misuse of taxpayer money Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has expressed dissatisfaction with the State-Level Bankers’ Committee’s (SLBC) proposal for a loan moratorium and restructuring for Wayanad landslide survivors. A Division Bench orally observed that the recommendation was “not at all satisfying,” signaling concerns over the adequacy of relief measures suggested by the bankers’ panel. The court’s remarks highlight Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has permitted the state government to go ahead with the acquisition of land for the Wayanad rehabilitation project. The court has allowed the government to take symbolic possession of the land by depositing ₹26 crore as compensation. The court’s decision clears legal hurdles that had previously delayed the project. By Read More…
In a shocking turn of events, the parents of the Walayar rape and murder victims have approached the Kerala High Court, challenging the CBI’s decision to include them as accused in the case. The parents have alleged that the investigation was biased and influenced by “extraneous considerations” to shield the real culprits behind the tragic Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has directed an investigation into an incident involving the alleged act of insulting a ‘Thulasithara’ (sacred basil platform) at a temple. The court issued the directive while considering a petition seeking action against those responsible for the act. The petitioner argued that the incident hurt religious sentiments and sought legal Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has raised concerns over the increasing trend of seeking bail on medical grounds, stating that such a practice could be seen as an indirect challenge to the judiciary. Justice P.V. Kunhikrishnan remarked that he would not allow this practice in his court, emphasizing that bail applications based on medical reasons Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has expressed concerns over the negative impact of violent films on society, questioning whether the state has the authority to regulate such portrayals or if cinema merely reflects reality. During the hearing, the court examined the potential influence of excessive violence in movies, highlighting its possible role in shaping public Read More…
In a landmark ruling, the Kerala High Court has declared that only the original printout from a breathalyzer machine produced immediately after the test and duly certified will be considered valid evidence in drunken driving cases. This decision reinforces the necessity for precise and authenticated documentation in prosecuting such offenses. Breathalyzer machines play a crucial Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has stayed the Kerala High Court’s order restricting the use of elephants in temple festivals. A bench comprising Justices B V Nagarathna and S C Sharma issued the stay on the January 13, 2025, order, stating that the use of elephants in temple festivals is a part of cultural tradition. Read More…