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Judicial proceedings across India saw varied outcomes this week, reflecting the ongoing workload of the Supreme Court and High Courts. Madras High Court quashed a detention order citing procedural flaws and granted bail in a ganja case, while also dismissing an appeal regarding the unauthorized use of a residential property as a prayer hall. Elsewhere, the Supreme Court addressed petitions related to software freedom, a New Okhla appeal, and a countertops case, alongside granting bail to an elderly appellant facing health challenges and revising an earlier order in a case involving Banerjee v EMTA. These developments highlight the judiciary's role in upholding procedural fairness, resolving disputes, and addressing both routine and complex legal matters, with implications for businesses and individuals navigating the legal landscape.
Emmess Ventures LLP Petition Withdrawn, Court Disposes
Emmess Ventures LLP filed Special Civil Application No. 8800 of 2026 against the State of Gujarat. Petitioner chose not to press the petition; court granted permission to withdraw. The High Court disp
Karamveer Singh vs Union: Case Disposed Infructuous
Petitioner M/s. Karamveer Singh appealed a May 14, 2026 order allowing arbitration against the Union of India. The petitioner filed a Section 9 application and proceeded with arbitrator appointment. T
Wheelocity Motors Withdraws Arbitration Petition
Wheelocity Motors Pvt. Ltd. and V.C. filed CM No. 4209/2026 to withdraw arbitration petition Arb P No. 58/2024 due to missing postal receipts. Justice Rajnesh Oswal of the High Court allowed the withd
Shri Ashutosh Structures Writ Dismissed
The High Court of Chhattisgarh dismissed the writ petition filed by Shri Ashutosh Structures Pvt. Ltd. against Union of India and others. No representative of the petitioner appeared for the second ro
Gujarat HC Transfers Mukesh Corp Appeal
Gujarat High Court ordered transfer of First Appeal No.586 of 2000 (State of Gujarat & Anr vs Mukesh Corp) to District Court. Transfer follows Section 30(3) Gujarat Civil Courts Act, 2005, requiring a
S.R.A. Yarns SLP Withdrawn by Supreme Court
Supreme Court heard SLP (Civil) No.37373/2026 on 3 July 2026, filed by S.R.A. Yarns Inc. vs Union of India. Petitioners requested permission to withdraw the SLP while retaining liberty to approach the
Kumar Clearing Agency Withdraws SLP Against MHADA
Petitioner Kumar Clearing Agency sought to withdraw its Special Leave Petition (SLP) against MHADA. Supreme Court granted permission to withdraw the SLP on 03-07-2026. The SLP was dismissed as withdra
Supreme Court Adjourns Rashid vs MP Waqf Board
The Supreme Court heard Special Leave Petition No.2299/2026 filed by Mo. Rashid against M.P. Waqf Board on 3 July 2026. The petition challenges a High Court judgment dated 12 September 2025 and a subs
BALCO Appeals to Supreme Court; Notes Due
Supreme Court heard Special Leave to Appeal petition by BALCO against R.K. Transport Company on 2 July 2026. Court directed both parties to submit concise notes of up to four pages each, referencing r
Nanu Ram Goyal Appeal Dismissed (Supreme Court)
The Supreme Court heard Civil Appeal Nos. 8026/2016 and 10138/2016 filed by Nanu Ram Goyal, represented by partner Aman Goyal. Respondents were Punjab University Staff (Homes) Provision Associates Coo
MANAGER vs Desai: SC Stays Judgment
The Supreme Court heard SLP No.13882/2026 filed by MANAGER against Shankarbhai Mahijibhai Desai concerning a Gujarat High Court judgment dated 16‑Oct‑2025. The Court allowed multiple interim applicati
President Appoints Three Andhra Pradesh High Court Judges
President appoints three judicial officers as Additional Judges to the Andhra Pradesh High Court under constitutional powers. Appointments made in consultation with the Chief Justice of India, involvi
Supreme Court Dismisses SLP of Rodrigues Estate
Supreme Court heard SLP No. 26874/2019 on 2 July 2026, filed by the estate of late Helena Rodrigues against Gundecha Builders. The bench, comprising Justices Manmohan and K. Vinod Chandra, held that n
T & I Global Wins Compensation for 0.72 Acres
The Calcutta High Court upheld the Single Judge’s order granting compensation only for 0.72 acres of land used for a pucca road. Petitioners T & I Global Limited sought compensation for the full 1.95
Niranjan Kumar Agri Criminal Writ Dismissed
The Uttarakhand High Court dismissed Niranjan Kumar Agri's criminal writ petition, deeming it infructuous. State counsel submitted that a charge-sheet had already been filed, rendering the writ unnece
Supreme Court Adjourns Union vs Sony Appeal
Supreme Court hearing Civil Appeal No.6014/2019 between Union of India & Sony India on 2 July 2026. Counsel for both parties requested adjournment citing personal difficulty and non‑availability. Cour
XXXXX Writ Petition Dismissed for Default
Calcutta High Court dismissed writ petition W.P.A.11176/2026 filed by XXXXX against the State of West Bengal for default. No petitioner appeared before the court and no accommodation was sought; the S
Fashion Era Apparels Case Dismissed for Default
Calcutta High Court circuit bench dismissed WPA 1096 of 2021 filed by Fashion Era Apparels against State of West Bengal for default. No representatives appeared for either party when the case was call
Gorkhaland Administration Case Dismissed for Default
The Calcutta High Court Bench at Jalpaiguri dismissed WPA 566 of 2021, Sagar Chettri & Ors. vs Gorkhaland Territorial Administration, for default. No parties appeared before the court on 30 June 2026,