The Kerala High Court conditionally suspended the five-year jail sentences of four convicts involved in the 2003 Muthanga land agitation cases, where police personnel were attacked.
The Kerala High Court has restored the foreign funding licenses of two NGOs, the Kerala Social Service Forum and Save A Family Plan India, questioning the Centre's actions. The organizations had filed cases after their licenses were revoked.
The Kerala High Court has ruled that the failure to pay maintenance to a wife and children constitutes economic abuse, setting a precedent for domestic violence cases.
The Kerala High Court is considering a proposal for paid menstrual leave for women conductors working for the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC).
The Kerala High Court has affirmed the use of Aadhaar cards for Tatkal train ticket bookings, suggesting PAN cards as an alternative. In a separate ruling, the court upheld a conviction for a minor boy's assault, clarifying that 'chest' and 'breast' are synonymous in legal context.
The Kerala High Court has sought a reply regarding a writ petition filed in 2022 by a breast cancer patient, who argued that a prescribed patented drug, Ribociclib, was 'too expensive and unavailable at an affordable price.'
The Kerala High Court has highlighted cyber fraud as an organized crime, noting the involvement of young adults and even lawyers in these illicit activities.
In a first for Kerala, a jailed BJP councillor, R Sugathan, took his oath of office inside prison following a directive from the Kerala High Court, remaining in judicial custody under the KAAPA act.
The Kerala High Court has lifted a protection order for 'Mahakumbh fame' Monalisa after police informed Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas that they were unable to locate her whereabouts.
The Kerala High Court has upheld a woman's remarriage, ruling that the bar on remarriage did not apply because her ex-husband missed the statutory deadline to appeal their divorce.
The Kerala High Court has issued a notice to filmmaker Vipul Shah regarding 'The Kerala Story 2', indicating potential legal scrutiny or proceedings related to the film.
The Kerala High Court has ordered an independent re-evaluation of the sale of ghee at the Sabarimala temple, indicating concerns over transparency or process.
The Kerala High Court Bar Association has issued a warning to lawyers against creating social media reels inside courtrooms, citing it as misconduct. The move aims to address the conflict between content creation and legal etiquette.
The Kerala High Court has reserved its verdict on CMRL's appeal against the Enforcement Directorate's money-laundering probe, which is related to payments linked to a defunct software firm.
The Kerala High Court has ruled that the 'right to life includes reproduction,' allowing a transgender man to freeze his eggs after a private clinic had initially refused the procedure.
The Kerala High Court has requested responses from the Centre and state government regarding a Public Interest Litigation challenging a government order that allows the declaration of elephant possession.
The Kerala High Court has sided with LAZZA in a copyright infringement case against HAZZA, stating that consumers typically do not make meticulous comparisons between similar products.
The Kerala High Court has rejected the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation's (KSRTC) plea of a cash crunch as an excuse for not paying provident fund dues. The court ordered the corporation to pay up.
The Kerala High Court has granted an extension to the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) to complete its investigation into the alleged Sabarimala ghee sale scam.
The Kerala High Court has denied anticipatory bail to an individual accused of rape, citing the concealment of a crucial detail during the proceedings.
The Kerala High Court has ruled in favor of parents, saving a school playground for students, emphasizing the importance of such spaces for children's development.
The Kerala High Court has referenced the Bible to rule against the Knanaya community's practice of expelling members who marry outside the community, emphasizing the principle of 'One in Christ'.
The Kerala High Court has issued a ruling addressing whether a candidate can be disqualified without prior notice for failing to file election expenses, providing clarity on electoral law.
The Kerala High Court has been informed that steps are being taken to advance the Sabari rail project, indicating progress in the long-pending infrastructure development.
The Kerala High Court has dismissed a plea challenging bar association elections, stating that 'free electricity, housing don’t make bar association public body'.
The Kerala High Court has intervened to free a couple's property that had been trapped in a three-year-old legal error, ruling that the order had no legal basis.
The Kerala High Court has upheld the conviction of a former police cashier who was found guilty of diverting Rs 3.6 lakh through false entries and unpaid power bills.
The Kerala High Court has clarified that sand theft can lead to charges under the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), with a judge emphasizing the importance of admitting errors.
The Kerala High Court has stated that it is difficult to prove that Antony Raju had the intention to tamper with evidence, with Justice C. Jayachandran also questioning if Raju’s senior lawyer was aware of the tampering.
The Kerala High Court has directed an auditing firm to submit a statement regarding alleged anomalies, deficiencies, and lapses in the accounts of the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB), noting substantial unvouchered disbursements.
The Kerala High Court upheld a man's conviction under the POCSO Act, ruling that any manipulation of a child's body to cause penetration constitutes rape.
The Kerala High Court's division bench has lifted a single bench's stay on the release of 'The Kerala Story 2 – Goes Beyond'. The producer argued financial losses, and the court found the initial order lacked sufficient grounds without viewing the entire film. The state is responsible for maintaining public order if issues arise.
Petitioners in the Kerala High Court continue their plea against 'The Kerala Story 2', claiming defamatory content, while the CBFC references other films.
The Kerala High Court has quashed a GST notice against actress Honey Rose, ruling that tax records cannot be demanded for multiple years in a single request.
The Kerala High Court stated that the Special Investigation Team's (SIT) probe into the ghee misappropriation case at the Sabarimala temple is progressing in the right direction.
The Kerala High Court denied bail to a man accused of raping his daughter, stating the mother cannot settle the case, while the Delhi High Court refused bail to wrestler Sushil Kumar in the Chhatrasal Stadium murder case. These rulings underscore the courts' stance on serious criminal offenses.
The Kerala High Court has ruled that the act of inserting a 'vibrating machine' constitutes sexual assault under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. This legal interpretation clarifies the scope of sexual assault in specific contexts.
The Kerala High Court ruled that doctors are not above the law, refusing to grant relief in a case concerning the death of a 10-year-old girl. The decision emphasizes accountability within the medical profession.
The Kerala High Court has ruled that children cannot be classified under the non-creamy OBC layer if their parents' income exceeds the specified limit.
The Kerala High Court upheld a family court's divorce decree, ruling that a wife's willingness to reconcile is insufficient to deny divorce when repeated attempts have failed and the marriage has broken down.
The Kerala High Court has upheld the right to disability pension for soldiers, stating that a soldier's commitment is a 'blank cheque written to the country'.
The Kerala High Court has refused to suspend the sentences of two individuals accused in the 2017 actress assault case, a significant development in the ongoing legal proceedings.
The Kerala High Court has issued an interim order pausing the functioning of the Waqf Board, following petitions filed by a BJP leader and a Christian trust service regarding a dispute over the board's composition.
The Kerala High Court has dismissed a plea by Sunil NS, also known as Pulsar Suni, seeking the suspension of his sentence in the 2017 actress assault case.
The Kerala High Court has ordered the state to arrange for a BJP councillor in Thiruvananthapuram, detained under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 2007, to take his oath of office inside Viyyur central jail.
The Kerala High Court has allowed the uploading of revalued marks for the KEAM rank list, permitting admissions from the second allotment round. This decision addresses a dispute regarding the evaluation process for the engineering entrance examination.
The Kerala High Court has urged the Indian Parliament to amend laws, allowing Christian women to file for divorce in the jurisdiction where they reside, rather than being restricted by current regulations.
The Kerala High Court ruled that oaths must be taken either 'in the name of God' or by solemn affirmation, leading 19 councillors to retake their oaths in compliance, despite being given four months to do so.
The Kerala High Court has ordered a probe into an incident where an 'unauthorised' lawyer allegedly scared a 6-year-old boy amidst a custody battle, raising concerns about legal conduct in sensitive cases.
The Kerala High Court has rejected a 'consent' plea in a POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) case involving a minor girl, upholding the original sentence.
The Kerala High Court has reserved its verdict on the anticipatory bail plea filed by social media sensation Monalisa Bhosle and her husband, Mohammed Farmaan Khan, in a case stemming from an interfaith dispute.
The Kerala High Court has overturned a 30-year-old conviction in a Sabarimala pilgrim murder case, citing that 'memory fades with time' as a factor in its decision.
The Kerala High Court has strongly criticized the Centre's "appeal in disguise" aimed at preventing a retired Colonel from receiving his disability pension.
The Kerala High Court has ruled that a family court cannot prevent a mutual divorce if both spouses are in agreement, clarifying legal procedures for marital dissolution.
A High Court challenge brought against the Metropolitan Police regarding their use of live facial recognition technology has been thrown out. The ruling upholds the police force's deployment of the controversial surveillance method.
The Kerala High Court has upheld a POCSO conviction, emphasizing the validity of an 8-year-old's testimony even in the absence of age proof, setting a precedent for child protection cases.
The Kerala High Court has strongly criticized the Devaswom Board for the unsanitary conditions and poor facilities, including unclean toilets and contamination, at the Kodungallur temple.
The Kerala High Court stated that no specific directions are needed regarding the upcoming elections, expressing trust in the Election Commission of India's (ECI) strategy to ensure free and fair polls.
The Kerala High Court in India has issued a landmark ruling stating that even small quantities of drugs can be sufficient to label an individual as a 'goonda' (criminal).
The Kerala High Court has permitted a road widening project leading to a temple in Kannur, which involves felling 400 trees, while also emphasizing the preservation of the area's ecological balance.
The Kerala High Court has affirmed an institution's prerogative to establish minimum standards for managerial positions, ruling that no candidate was deemed 'fit' enough.
The Kerala High Court has affirmed a ₹24 lakh compensation for a paraplegic individual, ruling that the payout should be fair and based on the person's actual wages.
The Kerala High Court appreciated but ultimately rejected a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by a law student seeking to protect the identity of accused individuals in rape cases. The court's decision highlighted the complexities of balancing rights in such sensitive matters.
The Kerala High Court has cancelled the bail granted to eight accused in the mob lynching case of Jharkhand native Ram Narayan Baghel, following an appeal filed by the State government.
The Kerala High Court has rejected a 14-year legal battle by an IRCTC manager seeking promotion, ruling that promotion is not an inherent right and citing minor misconduct.
The Kerala High Court has set aside the bail granted in a POCSO case, directing the accused to surrender, emphasizing the survivor's 'right to be heard' in its ruling.
The Kerala High Court has upheld the life imprisonment of five RSS-BJP workers convicted in the murder of a CPI(M) worker, highlighting the tragic loss of life due to political rivalry.
The Kerala High Court ruled that there was no violation of privacy in the state government’s bulk messaging campaign and found no evidence of employee data being directly transferred to the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) or the CMO engaging in privacy violations.
The Kerala High Court has issued notices to actor Dileep and others after the state government challenged their acquittal in the Kerala actor rape case, also seeking enhanced punishment for six convicts.
The Kerala High Court has expressed strong disapproval over lapses by police before arrests, ordering compliance with established rules and procedures.
Bench says it will be improper for the court to entertain the plea, since a writ petition and an appeal regarding the matter are already pending before the court
The Kerala High Court intervened to protect 38 Class 10 CBSE Board exam candidates from a 'clerical' error involving a wrong code, preventing a potential nightmare for the students.
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Despite a last-minute legal hurdle, 'The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond' opened on February 27, 2026, earning an estimated ₹3.5 crore on its opening day. Early box-office data indicate a subdued start in Kerala, with expectations of improvement as the week unfolds. The release had been initially stayed by the Kerala High Court before the stay was lifted. Read on to know more in detail.
The Kerala High Court has ruled in favor of a landlord, upholding the eviction of a shop tenant in Kannur and affirming the landlord's right to start a new business.
The Kerala High Court has lifted a temporary ban on the film 'The Kerala Story 2'. A Division Bench stayed an earlier order that had stalled the movie's release for 15 days.
The Kerala High Court has granted bail to an individual accused of being an LTTE operative, who was charged with attempting to revive the outfit to wage war against Sri Lanka.
The Kerala High Court's decision to vacate the stay on the distribution of title deeds under the 1964 rules brings relief to farmers and the government.
The Kerala High Court has requested a screening of 'The Kerala Story 2' after finding its teaser and trailer portray the state wrongly, noting that the people of Kerala live in harmony and uphold secularism.
The Kerala High Court has strongly rebuked an official for the 'callous' handling of a property application, stating that a few officers disgrace the entire system.
The Kerala High Court has requested a response from the State government regarding a writ petition filed by a school teacher in Kasaragod, who was suspended for framing a question about VD Savarkar for an interschool quiz competition.
The Kerala High Court has upheld a 4% disability quota reservation in promotions for state government jobs. Additionally, the court canceled an order denying FCRA renewal, affirming that the right to protest is not undesirable.
The Kerala High Court has acquitted a woman who was previously sentenced to life for the murder of her newborn baby. The court cited 'several missing links' in the prosecution's case.
The Kerala High Court granted bail to an accused in an NDPS case, citing non-compliance with legal notification requirements after police failed to inform a relative or friend of the arrested individual.
The Kerala High Court has permitted the Centre to exclude automatic landing page views from official TV ratings, aligning with a new policy that only counts programs viewers actively choose to watch towards TRPs.
The Supreme Court of India has refused to stay the Kerala High Court's restrictions on the Kerala Waqf Board. Additionally, the court has removed government supervision over the board.
The Kerala High Court has requested expert opinions from four institutions regarding the use of cheaper, off-patent breast cancer drugs as substitutes for more expensive patented alternatives.
A BJP councillor, detained under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act (KAAPA), retook his oath of office inside Viyyur Central Jail as per directions from the Kerala High Court.
The Kerala High Court has ruled that a jailed councillor must be allowed to take their oath from prison, asserting that the people's mandate cannot be ignored.
The Kerala High Court has ruled that a district judge's opinion must be given 'primacy' when selecting public prosecutors, highlighting the importance of judicial input in such appointments.
The Kerala High Court has taken notice of significant environmental damage, including large-scale tree cutting and excavation, across nearly 300 acres of cardamom patta land at Goodanpara Estate, carried out under the guise of developing cardamom plantations.
The Kerala High Court has ordered police protection for a girl who went viral after the Kumbh Mela, whose husband, Mohd Farman, is accused of kidnapping her in a case filed by her father in Madhya Pradesh.
The Kerala High Court acquitted a woman previously sentenced for killing her baby, ruling that she was suffering from severe mental stress at the time.
A BJP councillor from Vazhottukonam ward, Sugathan, has been taken into preventive detention under KAAPA in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, following the Kerala High Court's denial of anticipatory bail.
The Kerala High Court dismissed an appeal challenging an Enforcement Directorate (ED) probe into a firm linked to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter. The court also affirmed the ED's powers, stating that an FIR is not required for money laundering civil action.
The Kerala High Court ruled that late e-filing of police reports, specifically after the 5 pm cutoff, grants accused parties a right to statutory bail. Justice Kauser Edappagath applied this ruling to release two individuals detained for drug possession.
The Kerala High Court has ruled that a homeopath cannot enroll as an advocate without first cancelling their medical registration, emphasizing the legal profession as a 'jealous mistress' requiring full commitment.
The Kerala High Court has ordered the return of a 6-year-old child to the UK, citing that a language barrier had left him 'confined' and unable to communicate effectively in India.
The Supreme Court collegium in India has approved a proposal for the appointment of two women advocates as judges to the Kerala High Court, marking a significant step for judicial diversity.
The Kerala high court collegium has recommended five judges for elevation, including Honey M Varghese, who presided over the controversial actress assault case.
The Kerala High Court has allowed a petition challenging the election of BJP MP Suresh Gopi, citing alleged corrupt practices during his campaign, and has ordered him to face trial.
The Kerala High Court has granted custody of a minor child to the father, noting the hardships the child faced while living with the grandmother and in an orphanage.
The Kerala High Court has instructed the Election Commission to review a petition filed against BJP leader G Gopalakrishnan within two months, regarding his alleged communal 'Hindu MLA' remark.
The Kerala High Court dismissed a husband's petition seeking a DNA test to determine the paternity of his child, deeming it an unwarranted intrusion into the child's privacy.
The Kerala High Court has intervened to protect law students, ruling that they should be allowed to appear for their exams despite having missed classes, ensuring that a missed chance does not become a missed opportunity.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has approached the Kerala High Court seeking to cancel the bail granted to the tantri (chief priest) in connection with the Sabarimala gold loss case.
Ahead of Prime Minister Modi's visit to Kerala, the Kochi Corporation removed publicity materials welcoming him, with the Mayor stating the action was strictly in compliance with Kerala High Court directions and not politically motivated.
The Kerala High Court has issued a clarification regarding the circumstances under which an arrest can be deemed illegal, outlining the rights of individuals during the arrest process.
The Kerala High Court has dismissed petitions challenging the state government's practice of sending bulk messages on its 'achievements' to employees and others, which petitioners alleged was an unauthorized use of personal data ahead of elections.
A woman complainant has moved the Supreme Court against the pre-arrest bail granted to Rahul Mamkootathil, taking exception to remarks made by the Kerala High Court.
The court had recently vacated a previous stay, allowing the State government to issue title deeds under strict condition. However, after the court was informed that the State government was proceeding with the distribution without complying to its specific directives, a temporary stay was imposed
Though a Division Bench of the Kerala High Court stayed a single judge’s order halting the release on February 27, the film could initially be screened only in a handful of theatres with limited…
The Kerala High Court has ordered a Health Ministry official to appear before it, likely in connection with the establishment or progress of an AIIMS facility in the state.
The Kerala High Court has ordered the makers of 'The Kerala Story 2' to halt the release of its rights pending a ruling on petitions challenging its certification, while the Centre has backed the film's censor certificate, citing creative freedom.
The Kerala High Court has slammed the government for using the contact details of 5 lakh employees in a Chief Minister's WhatsApp campaign, citing a lack of privacy.