Karnataka High Court News & Updates
Karnataka HC quashes FIR against Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in Bengaluru land encroachment case, holding no direct role and limiting relief to him alone.
Read Full ArticleKarnataka HC grants bail to woman arrested for shouting “Jai Bangla” during a Bengaluru demolition drive, citing provocation and personal circumstances.
Karnataka HC rules ignorance of law no defence in child marriage cases; says later marital harmony cannot erase criminal liability under law.
Karnataka High Court rules EPF penalty for delayed PF contributions cannot be reduced below 25% of arrears including interest; CGIT order modified.
Karnataka High Court upholds acquittal in a POCSO case, citing inconsistent testimony and failure to prove the victim’s age.
Karnataka High Court quashes councillors’ disqualification over pre-election auction benefits, holds Section 26(1)(k) inapplicable.
Karnataka High Court refuses to quash FIR against WhatsApp group member for circulating obscene images of Hindu deities, holds prima facie offence under IPC.
Karnataka High Court sets aside conviction, holding Sessions Court lacked jurisdiction to hear appeals against acquittal in bailable offences under Section 378 CrPC.
Supreme Court clarifies that arbitration commences on service of notice under Section 21, restores interim relief, and overturns Karnataka High Court ruling.
Karnataka High Court denies bail in the DJ Halli violence case, holding that Article 21 rights cannot be claimed after breach of fundamental duties.
Karnataka High Court orders interim adoption of Calcutta HC child access and custody guidelines with Parenting Plan 2025 pending formal rule-making.
Karnataka High Court acquits murder accused, holding missing links in circumstantial evidence break the chain of proof; benefit of doubt extended.
Karnataka High Court rules that Section 498A applies to void marriages and live-in relationships, holding that men cannot escape liability by hiding prior marriages.
Karnataka High Court rules RERA orders cannot be executed through civil courts, holding that such orders are not decrees under the CPC.
Karnataka HC rules that married sisters can be considered dependants in motor accident claims, upholding enhanced compensation for the deceased’s siblings.
Supreme Court to examine legality of breathalyser tests under Bihar Prohibition law, raising key issues on privacy, evidence, and Article 21 rights.
25 March, 2026 06:14 PM
SC restores conviction in child rape case, reverses acquittal, and directs strict compliance with law prohibiting disclosure of victim identity.
26 March, 2026 02:05 PM
UK High Court rejects Nirav Modi’s plea to reopen extradition appeal, holding India’s assurances against interrogation comprehensive and reliable.
26 March, 2026 08:26 PM
Transgender Rights Amendment Bill 2026 narrows definition, mandates medical certification, and raises concerns over violation of NALSA judgment and fundamental rights.
26 March, 2026 07:12 PM
Karnataka HC quashes FIR against Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in Bengaluru land encroachment case, holding no direct role and limiting relief to him alone.
26 March, 2026 03:00 PM
Allahabad High Court grants anticipatory bail to Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, rules Section 29 POCSO presumption not applicable at pre-arrest stage.
26 March, 2026 02:25 PM
![Karnataka HC Grants Bail to Woman Arrested for Shouting ‘Jai Bangla’ During Demolition Drive in Bengaluru [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2026/03/lj_8345_Karnataka_HC_Grants_Bail.webp)
![Ignorance of Law No Defence in Child Marriage Cases; Subsequent Marital Harmony Cannot Erase Criminal Liability: Karnataka HC [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2026/03/lj_4383_Ignorance_of_Law_No.webp)
![EPF Penalty for Delayed Contribution Cannot Be Reduced Below 25% of Arrears; CGIT Order Modified: Karnataka HC [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2026/03/lj_6095_EPF_Penalty_for_Delayed.webp)
![Karnataka HC Upholds Acquittal in POCSO Case, Cites Inconsistent Testimony and Failure to Prove Victim’s Age [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2026/02/lj_7307_Karnataka_HC_Upholds.webp)
![Karnataka HC Quashes Disqualification Of Councillors Over Pre-Election Auction Participation [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2026/02/lj_3731_Karnataka_HC_Quashes.webp)
![Karnataka HC Refuses to Quash FIR Against WhatsApp Group Member for Allegedly Circulating Obscene Images of Hindu Deities [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2026/02/lj_2289_Karnataka_HC_Refuses_to_Quash.webp)
![Karnataka HC Sets Aside Conviction, Rules Sessions Court Lacked Jurisdiction to Hear Appeal Against Acquittal in Bailable Offences [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2026/01/lj_3917_Karnataka_HC_Sets_Aside_Conviction.webp)
![SC Clarifies Commencement of Arbitration for Section 9 Reliefs, Overturns High Court Ruling [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2026/01/lj_7261_SC_Clarifies_Commencement.webp)
![Karnataka HC: The DJ Halli Violence Case and Breach of Fundamental Duties Under Article 51A [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2025/12/lj_4722_Karnataka_HC_The_DJ.webp)
![Karnataka HC Directs Interim Adoption of Child Access and Custody Guidelines with Parenting Plan Pending Formal Rule-Making [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2025/12/lj_7926_Karnataka_HC_Directs_Interim.webp)
![Karnataka HC Acquits Accused in Murder Case Due to Missing Links in Circumstantial Evidence; Benefit of Doubt Extended Where Chain of Events Shows Significant Gaps [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2025/12/lj_6016_Karnataka_HC_Acquits.webp)
![Section 498A IPC Applies Even to Void Marriages and Live-In Relationships: Karnataka HC [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2025/12/lj_9191_Section_498A_IPC.webp)
![RERA Orders Cannot Be Executed Through Civil Court Execution Petitions: Karnataka HC [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2025/12/lj_4906_RERA_Orders_Cannot_Be.webp)
![Married Sisters Can Still Be Dependants in Motor Accident Claims: Karnataka HC [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2025/11/lj_1585_Married_Sisters_Can_Still.webp)
