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Man added his name to ancestral land records using common surname trick; Karnataka HC restores land to original owners

The Karnataka High Court restored ancestral land to three brothers after an outsider, Basappa, falsely mutated his name using a common surname. Basappa claimed ownership based on a supposed 1946 sale deed but failed to produce any proof. The court ruled in favor of the brothers, declaring them joint owners…

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Karnataka High Court sets aside KIADB order in Rs 1,125 crore Lam Research land matter

The High Court passed the order after the company filed an affidavit clarifying its agreements with Lam Research India Pvt Ltd. The HC said the concerns raised by KIADB had been sufficiently explained by the company.

The Economic Times

'Do NOT assemble': Bengaluru Police warns people not to participate in Cockroach Janata Party's human chain

Bengaluru Police have warned citizens against assembling near Town Hall on Sunday, May 24, for a human chain protest called by the "Cockroach Janata Party Karnataka." The police stated that no permission was granted for the gathering, which violates a Karnataka High Court order restricting protests to Freedom Park. Legal…

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French citizen on tourist Visa ran restaurant for 15 years in Karnataka, gets ‘leave India’ notice by FRRO Officer via WhatsApp; HC upholds it

A French national ran a restaurant in Karnataka for 15 years on a tourist visa. The Karnataka High Court upheld a 'Leave India' notice issued by the FRRO. The court stated foreign nationals have no right to reside or conduct business in India on a tourist visa. The Frenchman must…

The Economic Times

Man bought demo car at big discount, RTO officer seized it citing Rs 60 lakh road tax dues; Karnataka HC gives relief to car owner

A Bengaluru RTO officer unlawfully seized Mr. Rama's demo car, leading to a zero FIR and charges of fraud. The Karnataka High Court quashed the FIR, criticizing the officer's illegal actions and ordering a departmental inquiry. The court emphasized due process, stating seizure is a last resort after proper notice…

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Big relief for residents: HC tells builder to demolish illegal construction in setback area over missing fire NOC

Bengaluru apartment owners secured a major win as the Karnataka High Court ordered a builder to demolish illegal construction. The construction encroached on the setback area of Rajsri Apartments in Rajarajeshwari Nagar. The court ruled that the revised plan lacked a crucial Fire Department NOC. This decision prioritizes public safety…

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Wife earning Rs 1.5 lakh per month sought higher maintenance citing husband’s one acre land and ancestral property; HC refused higher maintenance on this ground

A wife earning Rs 1.5 lakh monthly sought higher maintenance from her husband. The Karnataka High Court denied her plea. The court noted her substantial income and the husband's limited assets, including a mortgaged one-acre land. His potential share in ancestral property was deemed insufficient grounds for enhancement. The court…

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Elon Musk’s X says it will appeal Indian court ruling to ‘defend free expression’

Karnataka High Court ruling allows over two million police officers nationwide to issue content takedown requests via secretive online portal

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How many channels shut over licence non-renewal in 3 years, SC asks Centre on Power TV case

Extending its interim stay on the Karnataka High Court order restraining Power TV, the Supreme Court has sought details from the Centre on the number of channels which were shut down for not renewing their licence in the last three years, LiveLaw reported.

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‘Responsible for content’: HC refuses to quash defamation case against TOI editorial director

Karnataka High Court quashed the defamation proceedings against the news daily Times of India but refused to nix the case against Bennett Coleman editorial director Jaideep Bose in connection with a report on an artwork auction, Livelaw reported.

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EPFO evaluates course of action on Karnataka HC judgement on foreign workers

EPFO evaluating response to Karnataka High Court judgement on inclusion of foreign workers in provident fund.

The Hindu

SC stays board exams for Classes 5,8,9 and 11 in Karnataka; orders results to be kept in abeyance

The Supreme Court on Monday stayed a Karnataka High Court order of March 22 which allowed board examinations to be conducted for Classes 5, 8, 9 and 11 in schools affiliated with the State Board. Karnataka asked to keep in abeyance and not communicate or circulate the results of the…

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Justice N. Kumar stresses need for awareness on mental health

Retired Karnataka High Court judge emphasizes the importance of mental health and the need for mental health education.

The Hindu

SC issues notice over plea challenging bail to Gauri Lankesh murder accused

The Supreme Court has issued a notice over a petition challenging the Karnataka High Court’s decision to grant bail to an accused in journalist Gauri Lankesh’s murder case, LiveLaw reported.

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Tungabhadra Sugar factory land: Farmers urge the State govt. to ensure they are not disturbed

Karnataka High Court orders restoration of khata of Tungabhadra Sugar Factory land, leaving many farmers worried. State government urged to ensure farmers continue to possess land.

The Hindu

Karnataka High Court suspends videoconference facility after miscreants play obscene videos during live court proceedings

Karnataka High Court suspends video conferencing and live streaming facilities due to cyber security breach. Miscreants logged into Zoom platform and played obscene video content in multiple court halls.

The Hindu

Karnataka High Court sets up centre on the doorstep of eight-and-a-half-month pregnant lawyer to write main exam for civil judge’s post

Karnataka HC permits 8.5-month pregnant lawyer to write main exam for Civil Judge post in Mangaluru instead of Bengaluru. Nethravathi, an advocate from Mangaluru, sent a representation to HC due to advanced stage of pregnancy & delicate health condition. HC accepted plea & deputed lady judicial officer as observer to…

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Kurubarahalli Venkataramareddy Aravind sworn in as additional judge of HC

Aravind sworn in as Karnataka High Court add'l judge. Governor Gehlot administers oath at Raj Bhavan. Chief Justice Varale, Deputy CM Shivakumar in attendance.

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Forest Dept. returns sealed structures and portion of forest land to owners of private resort in Sakleshpur

Forest Department officials have returned the cleared portion of a private resort and the sealed structures at Murukannu Gudda forest area in Sakleshpur, citing a Karnataka High Court order that has stayed the eviction process.

The Hindu

Siddaramaiah to inaugurate Advocates’ conference in Mysuru on August 12

CM Siddaramaiah to inaugurate State-level Advocates' Conference in Mysuru on Aug 12. Legal luminaries, incl. HC & SC judges, to attend. Accommodation fully booked in hotels, lodges, Kalyana Mantaps. Hotel Owners' Assoc. welcomes advocates from across Karnataka.

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Karnataka government angers parents by telling them to pay for stitching school uniforms

Each student in Karnataka gets two sets of uniforms. State Government provides cloth for the first set of uniforms. Parents have to stitch uniforms at their own cost. Later, govt would transfer money to schools to get a second set of uniforms stitched for every student locally.

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Justice Alok Aradhe sworn in as Chief Justice of Telangana High Court

Justice Alok Aradhe sworn in as Chief Justice of Telangana High Court. Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan administered oath of office. Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao, Cabinet colleagues, senior officials, TPCC president A. Revanth Reddy, eminent personalities from judiciary, public representatives, and bureaucrats attended event.

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Judicial probe ordered into PSI recruitment scam

Karnataka govt sets up one-man inquiry panel to probe PSI recruitment scam. Retired Karnataka High Court judge B. Veerappa to conduct inquiry within 3 months. Alleged irregularities & corruption in recruitment of 545 PSIs led to BJP govt handing case to CID. Inquiry to answer if violations occurred, who benefited…

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Centre clears transfer of three High Court judges

The Centre Government on Thursday notified the transfers of three High Court judges. Read further on Dynamite News:

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