Land acquisition. Mere proximity of two villages does not entitle landowners to uniform compensation if there is a clear evidentiary basis for differentiation, such as distinct guidance values and verified sale exemplar data. Differential compensation is legally sustainable when it is based on a rigorous analysis of local market transactions and official guidance values. Karnataka High Court.
Land acquisition. Mere proximity of two villages does not entitle landowners to uniform compensation if there is a clear evidentiary basis for differentiation, such as distinct guidance values and verified sale exemplar data. Differential compensation is legally sustainable when it is based on a rigorous analysis of local market transactions and official guidance values. Karnataka High Court.
  • 09-February-2026
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Arbitration and Conciliation Act. When the existence and validity of an arbitration clause is interpreted under Section 11, the issue cannot be re-agitated later. The order appointing the Arbitrator operates as a res judicata insofar as the existence of and validity of the arbitration agreement between the parties is concerned. Supreme Court.
Arbitration and Conciliation Act. When the existence and validity of an arbitration clause is interpreted under Section 11, the issue cannot be re-agitated later. The order appointing the Arbitrator operates as a res judicata insofar as the existence of and validity of the arbitration agreement between the parties is concerned. Supreme Court.
  • 09-February-2026
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Pre-emptive suit by testator for avoiding disputes regarding execution and proof of Will.
Pre-emptive suit by testator for avoiding disputes regarding execution and proof of Will.
  • 21-September-2025
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A Muslim woman who marries a Hindu man becomes an integral member of her husband’s family. This holds true even where the relationship, though not a formal marriage, is in the nature of marriage. Consequently, succession to her estate upon her death is governed by the Hindu Succession Act. Karnataka High Court.
A Muslim woman who marries a Hindu man becomes an integral member of her husband’s family. This holds true even where the relationship, though not a formal marriage, is in the nature of marriage. Consequently, succession to her estate upon her death is governed by the Hindu Succession Act. Karnataka High Court.
  • 09-February-2026
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A void transaction remains void, unaffected by subsequent legislative repeal. The repeal of the Hyderabad Tenancy and Agricultural Lands Act, 1950 does not have the effect of reviving or validating transactions that stood void under the said Act during its subsistence. Karnataka High Court.
A void transaction remains void, unaffected by subsequent legislative repeal. The repeal of the Hyderabad Tenancy and Agricultural Lands Act, 1950 does not have the effect of reviving or validating transactions that stood void under the said Act during its subsistence. Karnataka High Court.
  • 09-February-2026
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Land acquisition. Where the owner possesses excess land under the Karnataka Land Reforms Act, the State is justified in not paying the compensation to that portion. Karnataka High Court.
Land acquisition. Where the owner possesses excess land under the Karnataka Land Reforms Act, the State is justified in not paying the compensation to that portion. Karnataka High Court.
  • 09-February-2026
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Judgement
Section 295A IPC. Outraging the religious feelings of any class. Prior sanction under Section 196 of the Cr.P.C. is not a prerequisite for the registration of an FIR or the conduct of a police investigation for offences listed therein; the requirement for sanction is a condition precedent that must be met only at the stage of taking cognizance by the Court upon the filing of a charge sheet. Karnataka High Court.
Section 295A IPC. Outraging the religious feelings of any class. Prior sanction under Section 196 of the Cr.P.C. is not a prerequisite for the registration of an FIR or the conduct of a police investigation for offences listed therein; the requirement for sanction is a condition precedent that must be met only at the stage of taking cognizance by the Court upon the filing of a charge sheet. Karnataka High Court.
  • 07-February-2026
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Criminal Law. Tender and acceptance of pardon is a judicial act granting relief to the approver. Once accepted, the approver ceases to be an accused and is not liable for punishment. Such pardon, being a judicial order, cannot be revoked merely on a certificate issued by the Public Prosecutor; revocation is permissible only if the Court, on a prima facie assessment, finds a violation of the conditions of pardon. Karnataka High Court.
Criminal Law. Tender and acceptance of pardon is a judicial act granting relief to the approver. Once accepted, the approver ceases to be an accused and is not liable for punishment. Such pardon, being a judicial order, cannot be revoked merely on a certificate issued by the Public Prosecutor; revocation is permissible only if the Court, on a prima facie assessment, finds a violation of the conditions of pardon. Karnataka High Court.
  • 07-February-2026
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Joint family property purchased in the names of a female member and a minor son using the family's nucleus is deemed to be joint family property. Where there is no proof of independent income by the named purchasers, the property must be shared equally among all branches of the family to prevent the unjust deprivation of inheritance rights to other legal heirs. Karnataka High Court.
Joint family property purchased in the names of a female member and a minor son using the family's nucleus is deemed to be joint family property. Where there is no proof of independent income by the named purchasers, the property must be shared equally among all branches of the family to prevent the unjust deprivation of inheritance rights to other legal heirs. Karnataka High Court.
  • 06-February-2026
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'Supreme Court curtailing the inherent powers of the High Courts. Neither Legal nor Justified'. - B.V.Acharya, former Advocate General for Karnataka.
'Supreme Court curtailing the inherent powers of the High Courts. Neither Legal nor Justified'. - B.V.Acharya, former Advocate General for Karnataka.
  • 07-November-2024
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Tender. When the intending party responds to the tender notice, it is not permissible for such party to put forth its own conditions and seek variance in the conditions of tender. Karnataka High Court.
Tender. When the intending party responds to the tender notice, it is not permissible for such party to put forth its own conditions and seek variance in the conditions of tender. Karnataka High Court.
  • 08-October-2024
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Suit for specific performance. Purchaser of suit property from the defendant/vendor is a necessary party to the suit and can be impleaded. Karnataka High Court.
Suit for specific performance. Purchaser of suit property from the defendant/vendor is a necessary party to the suit and can be impleaded. Karnataka High Court.
  • 03-October-2024
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Suit for specific performance. Plaintiff can seek amendment of pleading to declare that collusive decree between his vendor and third party is not binding on him. Court must prevent multiplicity of the proceedings. Karnataka High Court.
Suit for specific performance. Plaintiff can seek amendment of pleading to declare that collusive decree between his vendor and third party is not binding on him. Court must prevent multiplicity of the proceedings. Karnataka High Court.
  • 01-October-2024
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Tender. Courts cannot interfere with the terms of the tender because it feels that some other terms would have been fair, wiser or logical. Karnataka High Court.
Tender. Courts cannot interfere with the terms of the tender because it feels that some other terms would have been fair, wiser or logical. Karnataka High Court.
  • 30-September-2024
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Negotiable Instruments Act. Cheque issued towards refund of advance sale consideration upon the failure to execute the sale deed, attracts the provisions of the Act. Karnataka High Court.
Negotiable Instruments Act. Cheque issued towards refund of advance sale consideration upon the failure to execute the sale deed, attracts the provisions of the Act. Karnataka High Court.
  • 28-September-2024
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