Madras High Court
Madras High Court Overturns Cethar Hospital's License Cancellation in Organ Transplant Case: Procedural Violations Cited
Nov 04, 2025 02:29 am CST
The Madras High Court has overturned Tamil Nadu's cancellation of Tiruchi Cethar Hospital's organ transplant license due to procedural violations. Justice Swaminathan ruled that despite allegations of an illegal kidney transplant racket involving impersonation of donors, proper legal procedures weren't followed in the cancellation process, though authorities remain free to initiate fresh action following proper protocols.
Madras High Court Upholds Religious Equality: Hindu Group Allowed to Use Public Ground Previously Reserved for Christian Events
Nov 01, 2025 12:43 am CST
The Madras High Court has ruled in favor of religious equality by allowing a Hindu group to conduct Annadhanam on a public ground in Tamil Nadu's Dindigul district that had been exclusively used for Christian Easter celebrations for over a century. Justice GR Swaminathan emphasized that government-owned public spaces must be available to all communities without discrimination, stating that exclusion based solely on religious grounds violates Article 15 of the Constitution.
Actor Vijay Meets Stampede Victims' Families, Offers Support and Apology for Karur Tragedy
Oct 29, 2025 10:14 am CST
Actor and TVK Chief Vijay broke down while meeting families of the 41 victims who died in a stampede at his Karur political rally. He apologized for the tragedy, promised ongoing support, and had already provided Rs 20 lakh to each bereaved family. The incident is under CBI investigation as Vijay's political activities remain suspended following the tragedy.
Madras High Court Orders Tamil Nadu Government to Issue Political Rally SOPs Following Deadly Stampede
Oct 27, 2025 04:54 pm CST
The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to publish comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures for political rallies within 10 days, following the tragic Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives at a TVK event. The court's intervention comes amid allegations of selective restrictions and delayed permissions for political gatherings across the state.
Madras High Court Reviews Multiple Petitions in Deadly Karur Stampede Case: Legal Developments and Investigation Updates
Oct 27, 2025 02:32 pm CST
The Madras High Court is examining seven petitions related to the Karur stampede tragedy that claimed 41 lives during a TVK political rally. The hearings include bail applications from party officials and a PIL seeking standard protocols for political gatherings in Tamil Nadu, while the Supreme Court has ordered a CBI investigation monitored by a special committee.
Madras High Court Landmark Ruling: Cryptocurrency Recognized as Legal Property Under Indian Law
Oct 26, 2025 08:28 pm CST
In a groundbreaking decision, the Madras High Court has officially recognized cryptocurrency as property under Indian law. Justice N Anand Venkatesh ruled that digital currencies, while not tangible assets or conventional currency, qualify as property capable of being owned, transferred, and held in trust. This landmark judgment provides crucial legal clarity for digital asset holders in India and aligns with similar rulings in global jurisdictions.
Tamil Actors K Srikanth and Krishna Kumar Summoned by ED in Cocaine-Related Money Laundering Investigation
Oct 24, 2025 02:55 pm CST
The Enforcement Directorate has summoned Tamil actors K Srikanth and Krishna Kumar for questioning in a money laundering case connected to alleged cocaine trafficking. The investigation stems from a Chennai Police FIR filed in June, with both actors previously arrested and later granted conditional bail by the Madras High Court in July. Former AIADMK functionary T Prasad was also arrested for allegedly supplying cocaine to Srikanth and others.
Madras High Court Issues Notice on Petition to Include Actor Vijay as Accused in Karur Stampede Case
Oct 17, 2025 07:06 pm CST
The Madras High Court has issued notices regarding a petition seeking to include TVK leader Vijay as an accused in the Karur stampede tragedy that killed 41 people. The petition also calls for banning children at political rallies and establishing safety protocols for political gatherings, while the Election Commission clarified TVK's unrecognized status.
Madras High Court to Hear Petition to Include Actor Vijay as Accused in Fatal Karur Stampede Case
Oct 17, 2025 02:09 pm CST
The Madras High Court will hear a petition seeking to add actor Vijay as an accused in the Karur stampede case that killed 41 people. The petition alleges negligence by Vijay and his party TVK, calls for stringent charges, and requests the Election Commission to consider derecognizing the party ahead of upcoming elections. A CBI investigation monitored by a retired judge is underway.
Madurai Mayor Resigns Following Investigation into Rs 200-Crore Property Tax Fraud
Oct 16, 2025 02:52 am CST
DMK leader Indrani Ponvasanth has resigned as Madurai Mayor amid an investigation into a massive property tax scam allegedly worth Rs 200 crore. A Special Investigation Team is probing the systematic manipulation of tax records for 150 commercial buildings between 2022-2024, with eight arrests made so far. Chief Minister MK Stalin had previously directed all four zonal chairpersons to step down following the scandal.