Justice PS Dinesh Kumar appointed as 33rd Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court
Justice PS Dinesh Kumar who is due to demit office on 24-02-2024, succeeded Justice Prasanna B. Varale who was appointed as a Supreme Court Judge in January
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Know why Karnataka High Court held a pillion rider liable for contributory negligence towards her accident
The High Court also held that the claimant is entitled to only 80% of the total compensation amount determined and is also not entitled for compensation towards loss of future earnings due to disability.
Justice Prasanna Bhalachandra Varale takes oath as Judge of Supreme Court of India
Presently, Justice Prasanna B. Varale is the third Supreme Court Judge belonging to a Scheduled Caste after Justice B.R. Gavai.
Supreme Court Collegium recommends appointment of Justice PS Dinesh Kumar as Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court
Justice Pratinidhi Srinivasacharya Dinesh Kumar, who was appointed as a Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 02-1-2015, is due to demit office on 24-02-2024 and will have a tenure as a Chief Justice for little over a month.
Supreme Court Collegium recommends appointment of Justice Prasanna B. Varale as Judge of Supreme Court of India
Justice Prasanna Bhalachandra Varale is currently the 32nd Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court and the only Chief Justice belonging to a Scheduled Caste among the Chief Justices of High Courts across the country.
[8 Stray Puppies’ Death] S. 372, CrPC does not give victim a right to appeal to challenge the quantum of punishment: Karnataka HC
In this case the complainant had challenged the “flea bite sentence” passed by the Trial Court against the accused who had pleaded guilty of causing death of 8 stray puppies.
Snatching away a job offends pith and substance of fundamental right to life: Karnataka HC
“In a society like ours, job more often than not, happens to be predominant source of livelihood and therefore snatching away a job, virtually amounts to taking away the means of livelihood of the employee.”
Why Karnataka High Court rejected petition challenging imposition of quality control on plastic imports into India?
If the quality emerges right from the word go till the finished product under the ‘Make in India programme’, it is only then that the country would be able to compete with others.
Know Thy Judge | Justice Ravi Vijaykumar Malimath, 27th Chief Justice of Madhya Pradesh High Court
Belonging to an illustrious family of freedom fighters and eminent jurists, Justice Ravi Vijaykumar Malimath has carved his niche in the legal echelons with his expansive practice and an exceptional track record of disposing cases.
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Para medical practitioner is not entitled to registration of private clinic under Karnataka Private Medical Establishment Act 2007: Karnataka HC
The High Court earnestly emphasised that “Time has come to pull the curtain down on such people who are practicing medicine without qualification and hoodwinking poor people in rural areas”.
Karnataka High Court directs BBMP officials to implement systems like Digi-locker to credentialize documents issued by them
While considering a case of ascertaining veracity of a Katha certificate the High Court had to visit the BBMP portal to verify the details the details of the parties.
Know why Karnataka HC recommended a Trial Court Judge to undergo training in Karnataka Judicial Academy vis-à-vis POCSO cases
The High Court was shocked to find that the Trial Judge have not understood properly what is meaning of the theory beyond reasonable doubt in appreciating the evidence in POCSO cases.
Karnataka HC quashes charges of criminal trespass and criminal intimidation against a father who tried to meet his daughter by entering in a garbage van
The High Court found that a father’s anxiety to meet his daughter was dubbed as criminal trespass and intimidation, however, these offences were loosely laid against the father.
Know Thy Judge | Justice Prasanna Bhalachandra Varale, 32nd Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court
Justice Prasanna B. Varale’s journey from the small town of Nipani to the prestigious position of Chief Justice of the High Court of Karnataka is a story of dedication, perseverance, and legal brilliance. This article delves into the life and career of this eminent jurist, shedding light on his achievements and
Karnataka HC “bends the arc of justice” in favour of a Chartered Accountancy student who had pursued multiple courses; Directs ICAI to grant membership
The High Court expressed its surprise that ICAI wanted to stifle the career of a student who had pursued multiple courses. The Court stated, “It would be helpful to the ICAI and the Society, if a student has extra acumen”.
Karnataka HC issues directions for immediate medical examination of rape victims to ascertain pregnancy and provision of counselling on available options
Taking note of the procedure and trauma involved for sexual assault victims and their families, the High Court issued these directions to ensure timely detection of pregnancies and a proper counselling regarding the victim’s physical and mental health.
Karnataka High Court suspends Video Conference facilities in all its Court Halls and Benches due to cyber security issues
Justice Prasanna B. Varale, Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court stated that the directive was issued in the interest of the system and urged everyone to cooperate.
‘To achieve purity in election process in particular’, Karnataka HC directs State Election Commission to issue requisite forms in all State local body elections
“It is pertinent to note that the law relating to disclosure of criminal antecedents of the candidates in the Electoral fray has further marched from April to May and now to the June of life”.
[Aadhaar Card] Relationship by marriage does not eclipse the right to privacy: Karnataka High Court
“Right to privacy of Aadhaar number holder preserves the autonomy of the individual’s right to privacy which has been conferred primacy and admits of no exception under the statutory scheme”.