The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the Kerala High Court has rejected its plea to restart toll collection at Paliyekkara, extending the ban until September 9. The decision came after a court-appointed three-member committee—comprising the District Collector, District Police Chief, and Regional Transport Officer—reported that service roads remain incomplete, construction is moving at a Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court is set to hear today the anticipatory bail application of rapper Vedan, who faces a rape case filed by a young doctor. The court had earlier directed the police not to arrest Vedan until Monday, when the petition would come up for detailed hearing. During the last session, the complainant’s Read More…
Kochi: An unusual incident disrupted proceedings at the Kerala High Court on Tuesday when a pungent civet odour filled the courtroom of the Chief Justice’s bench, forcing the adjournment of hearings. While urgent and priority cases were taken up without delay, court officials confirmed that routine matters had to be postponed. Though the exact source Read More…
Kochi: In a major relief for highway commuters, the Kerala High Court has ruled that toilets at petrol pumps along national highways must be open to everyone — not just customers. Reversing its earlier order that restricted usage to patrons, the court clarified that the facilities should be accessible to the public at any time, Read More…
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has thrown down a final ultimatum to the Central Government — take a clear decision by September 10 on waiving bank loans for victims of the devastating Mundakkai–Chooralmala landslide in Wayanad, or face the court’s displeasure. Hearing a suo motu petition on the tragedy, the Division Bench of Justice A.K. Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram :- In a move aimed at preserving the sanctity of one of India’s most revered pilgrimage sites, the Kerala High Court has barred media outlets from using drone cameras at the Sabarimala temple. The court cited privacy concerns and the need to maintain the spiritual atmosphere of the shrine, especially during the crowded pilgrimage Read More…
The Kerala High Court has directed the state police to ensure full protection during the Calicut University Union election, scheduled for July 22, 2025, citing serious concerns over possible unrest and threats to candidates. The decision came after Shifana P.K., a chairperson candidate, filed a petition alleging threats and intimidation by Student Federation of India Read More…
Kochi: In a major blow to the Kerala government, the High Court’s Division Bench has rejected its appeal challenging the cancellation of the KEAM 2025 rank list, used for admissions to engineering and other professional courses. The verdict upholds the earlier single bench ruling and directs the government to prepare a fresh rank list based Read More…
Kochi: In a high-stakes legal standoff, global shipping giant MSC has told the Kerala High Court that it cannot afford the massive ₹9,531 crore compensation sought by the state government over a recent ship accident off the Kerala coast. Calling the amount “beyond its financial means,” the company pushed back against the government’s demand. The Read More…
Kochi: In a strong rebuke to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the Kerala High Court has warned that toll collection on the congested Mannuthy–Edappally stretch of National Highway 544 may be suspended if the traffic bottleneck isn’t resolved within a week. A Division Bench comprising Justice Muhammed Mustaque and Justice Johnson John questioned Read More…