Madras High Court Case Commentaries

Strict Scrutiny of Bona Fide Owner's Occupation in Non-Residential Evictions: Madras High Court in Bata India Limited v. M.R. Manickam

Date: Nov 8, 2003

Strict Scrutiny of Bona Fide Owner's Occupation in Non-Residential Evictions: Madras High Court in Bata India Limited v. M.R. Manickam Introduction The case of Bata India Limited, Rep. By Its Manager...

Clarification on Excise Valuation in Multi-Piece Packages Confirmed Under CBEC's Jurisdiction

Date: Nov 7, 2003

Clarification on Excise Valuation in Multi-Piece Packages Confirmed Under CBEC's Jurisdiction Introduction The case of Varnica Herbs v. C.B.E & G, New Delhi adjudicated by the Madras High Court on...

Enhancing Probate Scrutiny: Insights from Dr. Shantha v. Sharada

Date: Nov 6, 2003

Enhancing Probate Scrutiny: Insights from Dr. Shantha v. Sharada Introduction Dr. Shantha v. Sharada is a landmark judgment delivered by the Madras High Court on November 5, 2003. This case revolves...

Establishing Compensation Protocols for Custodial Deaths: Smt. R. Dhanalakshmi v. Government of Tamil Nadu

Date: Oct 30, 2003

Establishing Compensation Protocols for Custodial Deaths: Smt. R. Dhanalakshmi v. Government of Tamil Nadu Introduction The case of Smt. R. Dhanalakshmi v. Government of Tamil Nadu Rep. By Its Chief...

Mandated Insurer Liability for Third-Party Claims When Vehicle Operated by Unlicensed Drivers: Insights from National Insurance Company Ltd. v. Rani

Date: Oct 28, 2003

Mandated Insurer Liability for Third-Party Claims When Vehicle Operated by Unlicensed Drivers: Insights from National Insurance Company Ltd. v. Rani Introduction The case of National Insurance...

Madras High Court Establishes Non-Arbitrariness in Housing Board Cost Revisions

Date: Oct 22, 2003

Madras High Court Establishes Non-Arbitrariness in Housing Board Cost Revisions 1. Introduction The case of K.V Krishnan M-117 versus The Chairman And Managing Director, Tamil Nadu Housing Board...

Madras High Court Upholds Protection of Provident Fund, Gratuity, and Pension from Attachment: Sathiyabama v. Palanisamy

Date: Oct 21, 2003

Madras High Court Upholds Protection of Provident Fund, Gratuity, and Pension from Attachment: Sathiyabama v. Palanisamy Introduction The case of Sathiyabama And Others Petitioners v. M. Palanisamy...

Determining Pecuniary Jurisdiction and Suit Valuation: Insights from Solaiammal v. Rajarathinam

Date: Oct 11, 2003

Determining Pecuniary Jurisdiction and Suit Valuation: Insights from Solaiammal v. Rajarathinam Introduction Solaiammal v. Rajarathinam is a landmark judgment delivered by the Madras High Court on...

Madras High Court Upholds Res Judicata in Re-litigation under Section 44 of Indian Evidence Act: Swaminathan v. Srinivasagam

Date: Oct 11, 2003

Madras High Court Upholds Res Judicata in Re-litigation under Section 44 of Indian Evidence Act: Swaminathan v. Srinivasagam Introduction The case of K.K Swaminathan Petitioner v. Srinivasagam...

Strict Adherence to Official Gazette Publication under Section 4(1) of the Land Acquisition Act Affirmed

Date: Sep 30, 2003

Strict Adherence to Official Gazette Publication under Section 4(1) of the Land Acquisition Act Affirmed Introduction The case of A.S Periasamy Petitioner v. State Of Tamil Nadu deliberated by the...

Ace Investments Ltd. v. Settlement Commission: Jurisdictional Clarity in Income Disclosure

Date: Sep 27, 2003

Ace Investments Ltd. v. Settlement Commission: Jurisdictional Clarity in Income Disclosure Introduction The case of Ace Investments Ltd. v. Settlement Commission, Income Tax And Wealth Tax...

Withdrawal of Suit under Order 23 Rule 1(3) CPC: Madras High Court Decision in Duraikannu v. Malayammal

Date: Sep 12, 2003

Withdrawal of Suit under Order 23 Rule 1(3) CPC: Madras High Court Decision in Duraikannu v. Malayammal Introduction The case of Duraikannu, Meenakshi Ammal, Sellammal, and Seeniammal vs. Malayammal...

Limitation Act 1963's Section 5 Inapplicable for Condoning Delays in Execution Proceedings under Order XXI Rule 105 C.P.C

Date: Sep 4, 2003

Limitation Act 1963's Section 5 Inapplicable for Condoning Delays in Execution Proceedings under Order XXI Rule 105 C.P.C Introduction The case of M. Ponnupandian v. Selvabakiyam, adjudicated by the...

Insurer's Liability to Third Parties Despite Breach of Policy Conditions: Velammal & Others v. P. Kanagu & Others

Date: Aug 30, 2003

Insurer's Liability to Third Parties Despite Breach of Policy Conditions: Velammal & Others v. P. Kanagu & Others Introduction The case of Velammal & Others v. P. Kanagu & Others, adjudicated by the...

Madras High Court Upholds Court Jurisdiction Over Ambiguous Arbitration Clause in Sankar Sealing Systems P. Ltd. v. Jain Motor Trading Co.

Date: Aug 29, 2003

Madras High Court Upholds Court Jurisdiction Over Ambiguous Arbitration Clause in Sankar Sealing Systems P. Ltd. v. Jain Motor Trading Co. Introduction In the case of Sankar Sealing Systems P. Ltd....

Madras High Court Reinforces Natural Justice in Disciplinary Proceedings

Date: Aug 27, 2003

Madras High Court Reinforces Natural Justice in Disciplinary Proceedings 1. Introduction The case titled M. Nagarajan Petitioner In 10588/96 v. R. Muthuswamy Petitioner In 10589/96 was adjudicated by...

Madras High Court Reaffirms Importance of Evidentiary Scrutiny in Maintenance Appeals: Deb Narayan Halder v. Anushree Halder

Date: Aug 27, 2003

Madras High Court Reaffirms Importance of Evidentiary Scrutiny in Maintenance Appeals: Deb Narayan Halder v. Anushree Halder Introduction The case of Deb Narayan Halder v. Anushree Halder adjudicated...

Service Tax Applicability on Contract Carriage Operators: Insights from Sri Pandyan Travels v. Commissioner Of Central Excise

Date: Aug 23, 2003

Service Tax Applicability on Contract Carriage Operators: Insights from Sri Pandyan Travels v. Commissioner Of Central Excise Introduction Sri Pandyan Travels v. Commissioner Of Central Excise is a...

Recognition of Occupational Heart Disease in Workmen's Compensation: P. Kalyani v. Southern Railway

Date: Aug 1, 2003

Recognition of Occupational Heart Disease in Workmen's Compensation: P. Kalyani v. Southern Railway Introduction The case of P. Kalyani v. Divisional Manager, Southern Railway is a landmark decision...

Reaffirming the Test for Settlement vs. Will: Insights from Arthur Mary Ammai v. Aruldoss Pillai

Date: Jul 24, 2003

Reaffirming the Test for Settlement vs. Will: Insights from Arthur Mary Ammai v. Aruldoss Pillai Introduction The case of Arthur Mary Ammai v. Aruldoss Pillai (Deceased) adjudicated by the Madras...