Punjab and Haryana High Court News & Updates
SC quashes 2016 dowry harassment FIR against Indian-origin Australian man, citing questionable conduct of ex-wife and need for non-mechanical approach.
Read Full ArticleSupreme Court quashes separate trial for Haryana MLA Mamman Khan, ruling political status no ground for segregation; all accused equal before law.
SC declines Kangana Ranaut’s plea to quash defamation case over farmers’ protest remarks, says trial must proceed; actor withdraws petition.
SC affirms child’s right to affection of both parents, granting father video call access to son living in Ireland every alternate Sunday.
Punjab & Haryana HC grants probation under Probation of Offenders Act, 1958, stressing reform over jail for first-time offenders of minor offences.
Punjab & Haryana HC quashes dowry harassment FIR against in-laws, calls it ‘frivolous’ misuse of Section 498A; proceedings continue against husband.
Punjab & Haryana HC upholds denial of furlough to life convict, rules temporary release is a concession, not a right, under 2022 law.
SC rejects NCPCR plea against minor Muslim girl’s marriage, upholding HC ruling that valid marriage is possible under personal law upon puberty.
Punjab & Haryana HC upholds magistrate’s power to order police probe in non-cognizable offences, refusing to quash defamation case against TV Today.
Punjab & Haryana HC allows downloaded bail/suspension orders for bonds, ending certified copy delays to ensure swift release from custody.
Using secret call recordings or snooping on spouse doesn’t breach privacy if used in divorce case, rules Supreme Court, allowing such evidence under law.
Punjab & Haryana HC grants bail in NDPS case citing prosecution’s delay, stressing right to speedy trial despite serious drug trafficking charges.
Punjab & Haryana HC transfers trial citing threat to fair trial as accused are local advocates, hindering petitioner’s access to legal representation.
Punjab & Haryana HC dismisses PIL against online betting ads, citing available legal remedies under existing gambling and IT laws.
SC rejects anticipatory bail of ‘Dunki’ agent accused of duping man with illegal US migration plan; says such acts devalue Indian passports.
Madhya Pradesh HC grants anticipatory bail to two police officers accused in a 2009 fake encounter case where an innocent man was killed, later exposed in 2012.
20 September, 2025 03:21 PM
North East India’s transformation from periphery to mainstream showcased at UNHRC, highlighting inclusive growth, sustainability & global relevance.
20 September, 2025 03:37 PM
Himachal Pradesh HC rules probation benefit cannot be granted in cases of death by negligent driving, stressing deterrent sentencing in road accidents.
20 September, 2025 02:56 PM
Orissa HC orders Railways to pay ₹9.23 lakh compensation in 19-year-old death claim, slams administration for delay & upholds strict liability.
20 September, 2025 02:37 PM
Supreme Court rules that mere touching of a minor’s private parts does not amount to rape or penetrative assault; conviction modified to lesser offence.
20 September, 2025 04:48 PM
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![Sole Intention Of Legislature In Passing Probation Laws Is To Give Persons A Chance Of Reformation: Punjab & Haryana HC [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2025/09/lj_8771_Sole_Intention_Of_Legislature.webp)
![Punjab & Haryana HC Quashes ‘Frivolous’ Dowry Harassment FIR Against In-Laws, Flags Misuse of Section 498A [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2025/08/lj_8967_Punjab_and_Haryana_HC_Quashes.webp)
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![Punjab & Haryana HC Allows Downloaded Copies For Bail Bonds, Eliminates Delay In Securing Release [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2025/08/lj_3418_Punjab_and_Haryana_HC_Allows.webp)
![Using secret phone call recordings or snooping of wife as evidence can't violate privacy: SC [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2025/07/lj_9666_Using_secret_phone_call.webp)
![Punjab & Haryana HC Grants Bail in NDPS Commercial Quantity Case, Citing Prosecution’s Negligence [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2025/07/lj_1740_Punjab_and_Haryana_HC.webp)
![Punjab & Haryana HC Transfers Criminal Trial as Accused Are Advocates in Same Court, Cites Threat to Fair Trial [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2025/07/lj_5828_HC_Transfers_Criminal.webp)
![Punjab and Haryana HC Dismisses PIL Against Online Betting Platforms, Cites Adequate Legal Remedies [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2025/06/lj_8336_Punjab_and_Haryana_HC_thumb.webp)
!['Indian passport devalued due to people like you', SC rejects pre-arrest bail to 'Dunki' agent [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2025/06/lj_6913_Indian_passport.webp)
