The Jharkhand High Court has stayed the cancellation of several recruitment exams, including JSSC CGL, CDPO, JPSC, and Food Safety Officer exams, which were previously ordered by the Hemant Soren government. This decision temporarily reverses the government's earlier directive.

The Jharkhand High Court has affirmed a man's conviction for abetting his wife's suicide, ruling that his actions made her life a 'curse'.

The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that a husband cannot compel his wife to return to him if she has made allegations of cruelty.

The Jharkhand High Court has refused to grant a divorce in a marriage of 39 years, citing 'suspicion of adultery' as the reason for its decision.

The Jharkhand High Court has awarded a wife Rs 30 lakh in alimony, rejecting assumptions about income and setting a precedent for maintenance cases.

The Jharkhand High Court has granted bail to a woman accused of feeding her mother-in-law a poisoned samosa, in a case that has drawn local attention.

The Jharkhand High Court significantly increased acid attack survivor Rahul Kumar's compensation from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 15 lakh, deeming the initial amount 'meagre' and highlighting the disparity in compensation between male and female victims.

The Jharkhand High Court has strongly criticized the state government over custodial killings, labeling them the 'worst kind of crime', and ordered a fresh probe into over 260 related cases.

The Jharkhand High Court denied a man's divorce petition, ruling that he had tortured his wife with false allegations, turning the 'victim' into an aggressor.

The Jharkhand High Court has ordered a husband to pay Rs 30 lakh in alimony to his 37-year-old wife, ensuring she can maintain the lifestyle she was accustomed to.

The Jharkhand High Court refused to grant a divorce to a man, ruling that 'normal wear and tear in marriage' does not constitute cruelty.

The Jharkhand High Court has quashed a 25-year-old remark made against a retired CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) commandant, citing "liability to force."

The Jharkhand High Court has refused to allow a Bokaro Steel plant officer to go unpunished, despite acknowledging a procedural error in the case.

The Jharkhand High Court took suo motu cognisance and criticized the police's "lethargic attitude" following the rape and murder of a 12-year-old, demanding action.

The Jharkhand High Court has ordered the transfer of an assault case against Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials in Ranchi to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). This decision marks a significant development in the ongoing legal proceedings.

The Jharkhand High Court has issued a series of directives to ensure the enforcement of biomedical waste management rules, addressing a public interest litigation that has been pending for 12 years.

The Jharkhand High Court has requested a detailed explanation from the government regarding more than 400 reported custodial deaths.

The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that a spouse not being allowed to keep a cow at home does not constitute a valid ground for divorce.

The Jharkhand High Court has affirmed the life imprisonment sentence for a mother convicted of killing her two sons, describing the act as 'devilishly devoured'.

The Jharkhand High Court in India has denied a divorce petition, ruling that a wife's mental illness cannot be a sole ground for divorce, emphasizing that poor health is not a fault.

The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that mental illness is not a valid excuse for a man to avoid paying maintenance to his wife, upholding the obligation for spousal support.

The Jharkhand High Court has overturned a man's seven-year jail sentence for possessing 11 kg of suspected ganja. The court ruled that the seized substance was bhang, which is not classified as a prohibited narcotic under the NDPS Act.

The Jharkhand High Court has raised a divorced woman's alimony from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 40 lakh. This increase aims to account for inflation and her medical needs.

A tech professional's appeal against a Rs 40 lakh alimony payout resulted in the Jharkhand High Court increasing the amount to Rs 70 lakh. The court's decision highlights specific reasons for the revised settlement.

The Jharkhand High Court ruled that a wife's income is not a valid reason to deny alimony, upholding a Rs 6 lakh maintenance award in a significant legal decision.

The Jharkhand High Court has ordered the restoration of a 76-year-old widow's food stall at Ranchi Railway station, emphasizing the need for sensitivity to social realities in its ruling.

The Jharkhand High Court has denied bail to a man accused of 'gender-based' attacks on a female MLA, allegedly carried out using a fake digital ID.

The Jharkhand High Court denied bail to an individual accused in a 2019 police ambush case, prioritizing 'national interest' over individual liberty in its ruling.

The Jharkhand High Court has denied a man custody of his 7-year-old daughter, expressing concerns about potential problems with the stepmother.

The Jharkhand High Court has deemed burn injuries a health crisis in India, issuing a 120-day ultimatum to the state to establish special units for treatment, following a 2021 fire.

The Jharkhand High Court acquitted two individuals in a 1995 murder case, emphasizing the principle to "weigh evidence, not count it."

The Jharkhand High Court has upheld a man's divorce, ruling that false allegations of impotency against a husband constitute mental cruelty, causing him anguish.

The Jharkhand High Court overturned a murder conviction and life sentences for a husband and his relatives in a 25-year-old case, citing lack of proof.

The Jharkhand High Court criticized Tata Motors for terminating an employee who allegedly yelled at a doctor over medical negligence.

The Jharkhand High Court has quashed a criminal case, ruling that taunts about a person's complexion or low IQ are not sufficient grounds to invoke Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code, which deals with cruelty. The court found the allegations did not meet the legal threshold for cruelty.

The Jharkhand High Court has ordered an RPF constable to pay ₹30 lakh in alimony to his first wife after he remarried. This ruling addresses the financial obligations following a divorce and subsequent remarriage.

The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that mental disorder alone cannot be a sufficient ground for divorce, requiring a spouse to prove the illness prevents reasonable cohabitation. The court dismissed a husband's appeal based on his wife's alleged mental illness.

The Patna High Court has affirmed a divorce decree based on cruelty, explicitly rejecting infertility as a valid ground for divorce in its ruling.

The Jharkhand High Court has reinstated a dismissed constable, ruling that adultery is no longer considered a crime.

A court in Jharkhand has ordered the reinstatement of a peon who was sacked for taking office tea and biscuits home. The court deemed the dismissal 'grossly disproportionate,' citing a vague show-cause notice and the lack of consideration for his plea.

The Jharkhand High Court has issued landmark guidelines for rape survivors, including a ban on the 'two-finger test' and provisions for free education for their children.

Indian High Courts recently acquitted defendants in two distinct cases, with the Calcutta High Court overturning a dowry cruelty conviction and the Jharkhand High Court acquitting brothers in a witchcraft murder case after 22 years.

The Jharkhand High Court has issued an order to halt illegal mining activities in Hazaribagh, a region once known for its gardens.

The Jharkhand High Court ruled that promotion is a fundamental right and criticized the state for allegedly 'victimizing' officials who were named in a CBI case.

The Jharkhand High Court has reinstated the compulsory retirement of a CRPF personnel, citing his failure to disclose a case involving his wife.

The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that lenders publishing photos of loan defaulters in newspapers constitutes an invasion of privacy.

The Jharkhand High Court has directed the Railways to take an Army veteran on board, overturning a rejection based on a cut-off date issue.

The Jharkhand High Court refused to suspend a man's life sentence, stating that Article 21 (right to life and personal liberty) cannot be invoked while ignoring the nature of the crime committed.

The Supreme Court bench allowed Sujoy Ghosh's plea, challenging a Jharkhand High Court's order, which had refused to quash the proceedings pending against him.

The Jharkhand High Court has ordered a CBI probe into allegations of custodial assault against officials of the Enforcement Directorate, indicating a serious investigation into potential misconduct.

The Jharkhand High Court has rejected a transfer plea in a cross-FIR case involving lawyers, stating that a speedy trial would not be prejudicial.

The Jharkhand High Court has quashed an FIR against a woman accused of insulting Lord Jesus on social media, with the reasons for the decision being detailed.