Chancellor Doesn't Have Unbridled Power: High Court Quashes Nominations Made By Chancellor To Senate Of Kerala University In 'Other Members' Category

The Kerala High Court quashed the nominations made by Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, who is the Chancellor of the Kerala University to the Senate in the category 'Other Members'.Justice Mohammed Nias C.P. directed the Chancellor to make fresh nominations in the category of 'Other Members' as per law within six weeks. The Court said:“It is trite that there is no unbridled power vested with...

[NDPS Rules 2022] Accused Has Right To Seek Expeditious Testing Of Contraband Within Time Frame Stipulated Under Rule 14: Kerala High Court

The Kerala High Court has held that a delay in testing seized drugs/substances under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, of 1985 would cause prejudice to the accused. The Court further stated that the accused have a right to seek expeditious testing of seized drugs/substances under Rule 14 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Seizure, Storage, Sampling and...

Kerala High Court Quashes Proceedings Against KPCC President K Sudhakaran In CPM Leader P Jayarajan's Attempt To Murder Case

The Kerala High Court quashed proceedings against State Congress President, K Sudhakaran in CPM leader P Jayarajan's attempt to murder case.Justice Ziyad Rahman A.A. observed that the proceedings initiated against K Sudhakaran (1st accused) and Rajeev (3rd accused) based on FIR No. 148/1997 cannot be permitted to continue since it is a second FIR filed against the parties by E P...

KPCC President K Sudhakaran Appears Before Kerala High Court In Contempt Case, Directed To File Affidavit

State Congress President K Sudhakaran on Monday appeared in person before the Kerala High Court in a criminal contempt case initiated against him for his alleged remarks against the judiciary.The Division Bench comprising Justice Anil K. Narendran and Justice Harisankar V. Menon has directed Sudhakaran to file an affidavit in the matter within four weeks.The case was filed by Advocate...

Created Fear & Vulnerability Amongst Women, Had Profound Impact On Society: Kerala High Court Confirms Death Sentence Of Man Convicted Of Brutal Rape-Murder

The Kerala High Court today confirmed the death sentence imposed upon Muhammed Ameer-Ul Islam, a migrant labourer from Assam for committing the rape and murder of a law student in Perumbavoor on April 28, 2016.The division bench comprising Justice P.B. Suresh Kumar and Justice S. Manu observed that the case was deeply disturbing and represented a severe violation of human dignity and sanctity...

Kerala High Court Dismisses AAP State President's Plea For ED Probe Against BJP Members In Kodakara Hawala Heist Case

The Kerala High Court today dismissed a public interest litigation filed by State President of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Vinod Mathew Wilson seeking action against individuals affiliated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for allegedly committing hawala money transactions to the tune of 3.5 crores for use in campaigns during the 2021 State Assembly elections.The Division Bench comprising...

Kerala High Court Weekly Round-Up: May 13 - May 19, 2024

Citations: 2024 LiveLaw (Ker) 288 To 2024 Livelaw (Ker) 292Nominal IndexR Asokan v State of Kerala, 2024 LiveLaw Ker 288State of Kerala v Azeez, 2024 LiveLaw Ker 289State of Kerala v S Pulikeshy IPS, 2024 LiveLaw Ker 290SNDP Yogam Sakha No: 982 v State of Kerala, 2024 LiveLaw Ker 291The Manager v Kerala State Commission For Protection Of Child Rights, 2024 LiveLaw Ker 292Judgments/Orders...

Kerala High Court Confirms Death Penalty Of Convict For Rape-Murder Of Law Student In Perumbavoor In 2016

The Kerala High Court today confirmed the death sentence upon Muhammed Ameer-Ul Islam, a migrant labourer from Assam for committing the rape and murder of a law student in Perumbavoor in 2016.The Division Bench comprising Justice P.B. Suresh Kumar and Justice S. Manu confirmed the death penalty. Ameer-Ul Islam was found guilty and convicted for death penalty by Ernakulam Session/Special...

Kerala High Court Grants Interim Protection To Mohiniyattam Performer Booked For Allegedly Making Casteist Remarks Against Fellow Artist

Today, The Kerala High Court passed an order granting interim protection to Mohiniyattam Performer Kalamandalam Sathyabhama, who was accused of allegedly making casteist remarks against fellow artist Dr. RLV Ramakrishnan. “The Government Pleader seeks time to get instructions. The petitioner shall not be arrested till the next posting date.” Ordered Justice K Babu while posting the matter...

Avail Alternative Remedies: Kerala High Court Permits Lawyer To Approach Broadcaster Alleging Grievances Against Telecast Of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season Six

The Kerala High permitted the petitioner to avail alternative remedies as provided under the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995 regarding his grievances against telecasting the Indian Reality Show- Big Boss Malayalam Season 6.The Court was considering a writ petition filed by Advocate Adarsh S alleging that the show violates broadcasting regulations and advisories issued by...

Manager Of Aided School Can't Collect Fees From Students For Providing Transport, Toilets & Internet Facilities: Kerala High Court

The Kerala High Court has held that in terms of Kerala Education Rules, 1959 (KER) and Kerala Education Act, 1958 (KE Act), the Manager of an aided School cannot collect any charges or fees from students for providing toilet facilities, computer labs with internet facilities and transportation facilities.The bench of Justice Gopinath P. observed it is only the Headmaster, who can collect any...

Kerala High Court Stays Proceedings In Alleged Cheating Case Against Makers Of Malayalam Movie Manjummel Boys

The Kerala High Court has granted a stay for one month on the proceedings initiated against actor cum producer partner Soubin Shahir, producer Shawn Antony and Soubin's father Babu Shahir in an allegation of cheating, forgery and criminal breach of trust regarding the production of the Malayalam film Manjummel Boys.The court passed the above interim order in the petition filed by Soubin's...