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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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Chattisgarh High Court: History, Landmark Judgements and Must-Know Facts

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One of the newest High Courts in India is the Chhattisgarh High Court (Hindi: छत्तीसगढ़ उच्च न्यायालय). Under the Madhya Pradesh Reorganizations Act of 2000, it was founded on November 1st, 2000, as a distinct High Court for the recently formed State of Chhattisgarh, with jurisdiction over its territory. The 19th High Court in India is the Chhattisgarh High Court in Bilaspur. On November 1, 2000, Hon. Mr. Justice B.N. Kirpal, a judge of the Supreme Court of India , officially opened the High Court in front of Mr. Arun Jaitley, the Union Minister of State for Law and Justice and Company Affairs. Chief Justice of the High Court of M.P., Hon. Mr. Justice Bhawani  Singh . Hon’ble Mr. Justice R.S. Garg, first Acting Chief Justice of the High Court of Chhattisgarh at Bilaspur and it’s new building is situated  in Bilaspur at Bodri. The courts has sanctioned judges strength of 22 judges. The highest court in the state of Chhattisgarh is the Chhattisgarh High Court, which was founded ...
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Madras High Court History, Landmark Judgements and Must-Know Facts

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Introduction to Madras High Court Situated in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, the Madras High Court is among the oldest and most esteemed high courts in India. It is one of India's three chartered high courts, having been established on August 15, 1862. The court has writ, appellate, and original jurisdiction over Puducherry and Tamil Nadu. Its extensive legal background and contribution to Indian jurisprudence have earned it recognition. In order to ensure that justice is served in a variety of legal cases, the Chief Justice of the Madras High Court oversees a group of justices. One of Chennai's most significant landmarks is the Madras High Court, which was constructed in the Indo-Saracenic style. Over the years, the court has been crucial to important judicial decisions and has greatly influenced Indian legal traditions Read More:   Latest News and Judgements From Delhi High Court Importance of Madras High Court in the Indian Legal System The Madras High Court holds a significant...
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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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