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Patna High Court Latest Judgments and Important Court Updates

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The Patna High Court continues to deal with a wide range of legal disputes involving criminal law, civil matters, government administration, property rights, public employment, land acquisition and other important areas of law. As the High Court of Judicature at Patna, it plays an important role in interpreting legislation and examining the legality of actions taken by public authorities across Bihar. For lawyers, law students, legal researchers and litigants, following Patna High Court judgments and court orders provides an opportunity to understand how legal principles are being applied to real disputes. The Court maintains an online system through which judgments and orders can be searched by case number, party name, judge, date, district and other parameters. Patna High Court and Its Role in Bihar The Patna High Court exercises jurisdiction over the state of Bihar and hears matters arising from courts and authorities within the state. Its work covers both civil and criminal litiga...
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Top 10 Judgments by Supreme Court India in 2024

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The Supreme Court of India rendered a number of historic rulings in 2024 that had a big influence on the legal and social climate of the country. Ten of the most noteworthy rulings are listed below: Some of the top Supreme Court Judgments are illustrated to provide an insight on the legal order as they have been issued.   1. Maintaining the Legality of Citizenship Act, 1955 Section 6A The Court affirmed the legality of Section 6A, which deals with specific provisions for Assamese citizenship, in a majority ruling of 4:1.The ruling tackled intricate matters of immigration and indigenous people' rights. 2.Dismantling the Election Bonds Program The Supreme Court ruled that anonymous electoral bonds violate the right to knowledge guaranteed by Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution, declaring the Electoral Bonds Scheme illegal. The Court underlined that in order to preserve democratic values, political finance must be transparent. 3. Acceptance of the Right to a Pollution-Free Envir...
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Verdictum: One of the Most Trusted Legal News Portal for New Updates and Information

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Over the years, Legal profession was only restricted to piles of documents and files and involved strenuous task arranging them and learning was only possible through internship either in a law firm or in a corporate. Now, with the advent of technology in all sectors , passing of information and knowledge has become much more convenient for all. Hence, Verdictum has emerged as one of the best legal news portal that has help all to from legal professionals to law students ,from businesses to general public to gain legal knowledge and awareness about the Indian Judiciary System.  Verdictum gives comprehensive legal coverage and contains reports on important judgments from the Supreme Court, High Courts , and other tribunals. It also covers legislative updates, amendments, and regulatory changes. The in depth analysis of the portal gives detailed analysis of significant judgments and legal trends. The platform is easily accessible online, making it a convenient source for legal profes...
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Meghalaya High Court History, Landmark Judgements, and Everything You Should Know

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The highest court in the Indian state of Meghalaya is the Meghalaya High Court. Following its separation from the   Gauhati High Court’s   jurisdiction, it was formally constituted on March 23, 2013, under the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) and Other Related Laws (Amendment) Act, 2012.The Meghalayan capital, Shillong, is home to the High Court. In terms of civil, criminal, constitutional, and other legal issues, it has jurisdiction over the whole state of Meghalaya. The President of India appoints the Chief Justice and additional justices to the court, much like in other Indian High Courts. English is used primarily, as in the majority of Indian High Courts. It makes sure that the Constitution’s fundamental rights are upheld and hears appeals, writ petitions, and other cases from Meghalaya’s lower courts and tribunals. 1.  Meghalaya High Court history A. Before Meghalaya Had Its Own High Court Prior to 2013, Meghalaya lacked a High Court of its own. o Through a perm...
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A Complete Guide to the Bombay High Court: History, Important Judgements and Insights

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Introduction of Bombay High Court The Bombay High Court is one of the oldest High Courts in India, established on August 14, 1862. It is the highest judicial authority in the state of Maharashtra and Goa, and it has jurisdiction over the Union Territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. 1. Key Facts About Bombay High Court: • Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra • Bench Jurisdiction: Also has benches in Nagpur, Aurangabad, and Panaji (Goa) • Chief Justice: Appointed by the President of India • Language of Proceedings: English • Authority: Exercises jurisdiction over civil, criminal, and constitutional matters in Maharashtra and Goa. 2. Functions & Powers: 1. Appellate Authority: Hears appeals from lower courts and tribunals. 2. Writ Jurisdiction: Can issue writs (such as habeas corpus, mandamus, certiorari, prohibition, and quo warranto) under Article 226 of the Indian Constitution. 3. Judicial Review: Ensures that laws and executive actions comply with the Constitution. 4. S...
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Jharkhand High Court: History, Key Judgements, and Everything You Should Know

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1. Jharkhand High Court Founded on November 15, 2000, the Jharkhand High Court is headquartered in Ranchi, the state capital, and has jurisdiction over the whole state.Justice M. S. Ramachandra Rao was named Chief Justice of the Jharkhand High Court on September 25, 2024. On July 23, 2025, Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan took over as his successor. The first Chief Justice of the Jharkhand High Court was Justice V. K. Gupta, who played a pivotal role in establishing the court’s early judicial frameworks and systems. Infrastructure & Facilities: In May 2023, President Droupadi Murmu and Chief Justice D. Y. Chandrachud officially opened Dhurwa, Ranchi, India’s largest High Court complex by area. The new facility, which cost between ₹550 and 1000 crores to build and had several contemporary facilities and integrated security systems, started construction in June 2015. Jurisdiction & Functioning The Court hears civil, criminal, constitutional, and administrative matters from across Jha...
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