Madras High Court

Justice Kumar’s decision to rescue himself came after the Registry received a communication from the Union Ministry of Law and Justice enclosing a representation from the All-India Lawyers’ Association for Justice. The representation stated that even after receipt of Rs 50 lakhs, no order had been passed to date.

The Madras High Court dismissed an appeal from a couple convicted of murdering their mentally disabled daughter by poisoning. The court ruled that parents have an absolute duty to care for their children, regardless of disabilities, and personal hardship never justifies taking a life.

Imam Hussain also stated that he is a regular worshipper at the Hazarath Sultan Sikkandar Badhusha Avuliya Dargah and the adjoining prayer space at Nellithoppu.

The case relates to a search and seizure operation conducted by the Income Tax authorities at Vijay's premises on 30th September, 2015.

The Madras High Court has ordered the removal of a Mother Velankanni shrine in Chennai, ruling that religious structures cannot occupy public roads. The court emphasized that streets must remain clear for public use, regardless of the structure's religious significance.

Government officials removed a festival flag hoisted by the Sikandar Badusha Dargah on Thirupparankundram Hill, citing its location on temple-owned land. The action followed a Madras High Court order seeking an explanation for the encroachment. While the temple administration claims due process was followed, the dargah side has filed a counter-complaint, escalating the local land dispute.

On Friday (9th January), the Madras High Court rapped the Madurai administration for failing to file a response in the contempt of court case...