uttarakhand high court

The uttarakhand high court has directed the state government to decide on the removal of a village head accused of being underage at the time of election. A public interest litigation claimed the gram pradhan did not meet the minimum age requirement.

Nepalese porters working on high-altitude treks in Uttarkashi are now required to register online as foreign nationals with passport and visa details. This new directive has stalled peak-season expeditions and created uncertainty for trekking agencies, who argue it violates the India-Nepal Treaty of Peace and Friendship, 1950.

Bench Questions Whether 1950 Treaty’s Reciprocity Works In Practice

The uttarakhand high court denied bail to a mother accused of forcing her 13-year-old daughter into physical relationships. Citing the severity of allegations and potential harm to the child, the court emphasized that trial courts should address inconsistencies and delays, not bail proceedings. The mother remains in custody since June 2025.