Here is the daily roundup of important judgments and orders from the Supreme Court and the High Courts for August 7, 2026.
Contract Women Employees Cannot Be Denied Hysterectomy Leave When Maternity Benefits Are Extended: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court set aside a government order rejecting hysterectomy leave for two contractual women employees under Samagra Shiksha Kerala. The Court held that once maternity-related benefits under the Kerala Service Rules are extended to contractual employees, denying leave under Rule 101A without a valid reason is unjustified and directed the Government to reconsider the applications within 16 weeks.
Delhi HC Quashes 2015 Maggi Noodles Criminal Cases After Later Scientific Findings Weaken Prosecution
The Delhi High Court quashed criminal proceedings linked to the 2015 Maggi Noodles sampling exercise, holding that later scientific reports and judicial findings had substantially weakened the prosecution's foundation. - Dharmendra Hansraj Kotak & Ors. v. State of Delhi & Anr.
Patna HC Quashes 498A Case Against Husband After "Dead" Wife Turns Up Alive in Mumbai
Patna High Court quashed a 498A dowry harassment case against a husband from Gopalganj after it emerged his wife, wrongly identified as dead via a misidentified corpse, was actually alive in Mumbai, calling the prosecution unsustainable.
Regularisation of Compassionate Appointee Must Begin From Date of Acquiring Prescribed Qualification, Not Initial Appointment: Andhra Pradesh High Court
The Andhra Pradesh High Court dismissed a challenge against the revision of a Junior Assistant's regularisation date, holding that regularisation must begin only after the employee acquires the prescribed educational qualification. The Court also directed authorities to consider his promotion based on the revised seniority.
Advocates May Protest, But Cannot Interfere With Police Duty Of Producing Accused In Court: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court conditionally quashed an FIR against ten advocates accused of obstructing police during a 2023 protest inside the court campus. The Court held that the proceedings would stand quashed if the petitioners file affidavits expressing regret within ten working days; otherwise, proceedings may continue against those who do not comply.
Karnataka HC Refuses to Quash FIR Against Advocate in Alleged Bail Bribery Case, Orders Investigation to Continue
The Karnataka High Court dismissed a plea seeking quashing of an FIR against advocate Dayeena Banu, observing that allegations of collecting money by claiming it would be paid to a judge disclose a prima facie case requiring investigation. The Court held that such allegations concern the integrity of the judicial institution.
Allahabad HC Slaps ₹6.70 Lakh Cost On Man For Misusing RTI Act To Disturb Court Proceedings, Dismisses His Plea
Allahabad High Court dismissed a writ petition challenging an RTI appeal rejection and fined the petitioner Rs 6.70 lakh for filing 24 irrelevant RTI applications and disrespecting court directions on physical appearance.
Having Taken the Plunge Into Politics, You Fear Eggs?: Supreme Court Rejects Mahua Moitra's Virtual Appearance Plea
The Supreme Court declined to entertain Mahua Moitra's request to join a police investigation through video conferencing in a case arising from an alleged provocative Facebook post. Holding that apprehensions of protests did not justify virtual appearance, the Court allowed her to withdraw the petition, leaving the Calcutta High Court's directions intact.
Supreme Court Rejects Plea for FIR, SIT Probe in Justice Yashwant Varma Burnt Cash Case; Calls Petition 'Cheap Publicity'
The Supreme Court refused to entertain a petition seeking registration of an FIR and a court-monitored SIT investigation into the alleged burnt cash incident linked to former Justice Yashwant Varma. The Bench held that the plea lacked merit and dismissed it, describing it as an attempt at "cheap publicity."
No Prima Facie Evidence of Forgery: Allahabad HC Grants Bail to Pakistani Woman Living in India for Decades
The Allahabad High Court granted bail to Saba Masud after finding no prima facie material indicating forgery or fraud. The Court noted that she had lived in India for over 35 years on a valid long-term visa and clarified that its observations would not affect the merits of the ongoing trial.
Bombay High Court Grants Bail to Ramesh Mhatre in Doctors Assault Case With Strict Conditions
The Bombay High Court granted bail to Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre in the alleged assault on doctors at a KDMC hospital, subject to strict conditions. The Court directed him to remain outside Maharashtra until the chargesheet is filed and ordered a fast-track trial with fixed timelines.
Shiv Sena Dispute: Supreme Court Questions Whether Political Parties Must Follow Democratic Principles
The Supreme Court, while hearing the Shiv Sena name and symbol dispute, questioned whether political parties are expected to function democratically. The Bench heard submissions from the Uddhav Thackeray faction challenging the Election Commission's decision and posted the matter for further hearing on August 11.
Judicial Remand Can't Validate Illegal Arrest: Chhattisgarh HC Quashes Custody Orders, Orders Petitioner's Release
The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled that police violated constitutional safeguards by transporting a petitioner across states without obtaining a transit remand. Holding the detention illegal, the Court quashed the remand orders, directed the petitioner's release on conditions, and clarified that the investigation may continue in accordance with law.
Delhi High Court Stays FSSAI Ban on Dabur's '100% Pure' and '100% Natural' Product Claims
The Delhi High Court granted interim relief to Dabur by staying FSSAI's order prohibiting the sale of products carrying "100%" claims. The Court held that such an order should not have been passed without first giving the company an opportunity to be heard. The matter will now be heard on August 24, 2026.
Phone Tapping Violated Legal Safeguards: Chhattisgarh High Court Sets Aside CBI Interception Orders
The Chhattisgarh High Court held that the interception of Shri Ravi Shankar Ji Maharaj's communications failed to satisfy mandatory statutory safeguards and set aside the interception-related orders. However, it declined to quash the FIR or criminal proceedings, allowing the trial to continue on the basis of other legally admissible evidence.
Registered Sale Deed Cannot Be Cancelled Merely Because Full Sale Consideration Was Not Paid: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court restored the Trial Court's decision, holding that non-payment of the remaining sale consideration does not invalidate a registered sale deed. The Court clarified that the proper legal remedy is recovery of the outstanding amount, while the sale transaction itself remains valid under Section 54 of the Transfer of Property Act.
Delhi HC Quashes FIR Against Passenger Who Mistakenly Tweeted ‘Flight High Jacked’ Over Delay
The Delhi High Court set aside an FIR against Moti Singh Rathore after finding that his use of the phrase "high jacked" in a tweet resulted from limited English proficiency and frustration over a delayed flight. The Court held that the immediate apology and absence of criminal intent justified quashing the proceedings.
Mere Marking of a Document as an Exhibit Does Not Prove Its Contents; Objections to Admissibility Can Be Decided at Final Stage: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court dismissed an appeal in a probate dispute, holding that documents should not ordinarily be excluded at the threshold unless they are clearly inadmissible. The Court reiterated that marking a document as an exhibit does not prove its contents, and objections to admissibility can generally be decided while delivering the final judgment.
Lawyer Who Threatened Rival Litigant In Court Toilet Gets Off With Warning, Not Suspension: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court set aside a Bar Council of India order suspending advocate Sudhendu Prakash Gautam for a year, replacing it with a formal warning over alleged misbehaviour inside court premises in 2005.
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