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National Human Rights Commission vs. Commissioner of Police — challenge to compensation order for death in police custody

The Delhi High Court set aside an NHRC order directing the Delhi Police to pay ₹5 lakh as compensation to the family of Rashid Raza following his death in custody. On 14 October 2026, the court held that police cannot be held liable for a custodial death based solely on the location of the incident, ruling that liability requires evidence of negligence rather than presumption.

In re: Police encounter of Kamlesh Bind in Ghazipur

The Allahabad High Court is investigating allegations that the June 2026 police encounter of Kamlesh Bind in Ghazipur was staged, following the court's 17 October 2026 directive for the Uttar Pradesh government to file a response. As of 26 October 2026, the police have been unable to arrest the constable accused in the encounter.

State vs. Former CI Nagaraju — Custodial death of Sai Krishna at Krishna Lanka Police Station, Vijayawada

The Andhra Pradesh High Court transferred the investigation into the custodial death of Gade Sai Krishna at the Krishna Lanka Police Station from a Special Investigation Team to the Central Bureau of Investigation on 17 October 2026. The court also ordered Rs 25 lakh in compensation for the victim's mother. As of 26 October 2026, the Central Bureau of Investigation is actively conducting its probe, including questioning police personnel and inspecting the site where the victim was allegedly held.

Bipin Agrawal vs State of Maharashtra

The Bombay High Court declared the 2017 arrest of businessman Bipin Agrawal illegal, citing collusion between police officers and a private developer. The court ordered the state government to pay Rs 5 lakh in compensation to Agrawal and directed disciplinary action against the police and the Magistrate involved in the detention.

Shopkeepers of Ayodhya vs State of Uttar Pradesh

The Allahabad High Court (Lucknow Bench) has issued a notice to the Uttar Pradesh government regarding the eviction of shopkeepers in Ayodhya to facilitate the construction of a super-speciality hospital. The court questioned the authorities on the lack of rehabilitation and compensation provided to those whose leasehold and livelihood rights were allegedly affected by the project.

Smt. Nandinee Das vs. State of Assam and 38 others

The Gauhati High Court has issued a directive to the Juvenile Justice Boards in all districts of Assam to conduct regular inspections of adult jails to identify any minor inmates. The court ordered that any children found in adult facilities be transferred to appropriate juvenile homes as per the Juvenile Justice Act and that the District Legal Services Authorities submit inspection reports to the State Legal Services Authority.

In re: Living conditions at P&T Apartment Complex, Mundamveli

The Kerala High Court is addressing unsafe living conditions at the P&T Apartment Complex in Mundamveli, where residents face structural defects and severe sewage issues. On 17 October 2026, an amicus curiae report recommended the immediate relocation of all residents due to significant safety hazards, including proximity to high-tension power lines. Additionally, the Child Rights Commission registered a case regarding the facility's uninhabitable state on 16 October 2026, with a hearing scheduled for 30 November 2026.

State vs Building Owners — Lucknow Coaching Centre Fire Investigation

A fire at a building housing a coaching centre in Lucknow's Aliganj area killed 15 to 18 people. Following the building's demolition on 25 July 2026, the Allahabad High Court is overseeing compensation and medical expense policies, as reported on 17 October 2026. The state government has also formed a high-level committee to frame compensation policies for the victims.

State of Odisha vs. Three Police Officers — 2017 Custodial Death Case

The Orissa High Court denied bail to three police officers accused in connection with a 2017 custodial death case. The court observed that police custody does not allow for the suspension of constitutional rights.

In re: Mumtaz Begum deportation case

The Gauhati High Court has directed the Central and Assam state governments to locate and trace Mumtaz Begum, a resident of Nagaon district who was deported to Bangladesh. The petitioner claims the woman was taken into custody on May 30 and subsequently expelled to Bangladesh in June.

State vs. Asaram — Prison caregiver engagement and parole suppression

The Supreme Court permitted Asaram to hire a trained caregiver for medical assistance while in prison on 06 August 2026. On 14 October 2026, the court allowed Asaram to withdraw his interim bail application in the Gujarat rape case and directed that his appeal against the Jodhpur conviction proceed after he surrenders following his parole.

Petitioner vs State of Himachal Pradesh and Another — Maternity benefit compensation case

A female employee challenged her termination from service, which occurred after she applied for maternity benefits. While a 2024 order previously directed payment of compensation for wrongful termination, the Himachal Pradesh High Court subsequently stayed the termination of the employee, who is a scientist, on 12 October 2026. The court has directed the authorities to permit her to continue in her service pending further hearings.

Md. Mumtaz Ansari vs State of Jharkhand

The Jharkhand High Court ordered fresh judicial inquiries into 262 custodial death cases, condemning the state's use of executive probes as administrative lawlessness. As of 25 July 2026, the court has emphasized the requirement for judicial inquiries under Section 196(2) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita. A separate public interest litigation remains pending as of 02 July 2026, challenging an NHRC circular regarding the procedures for these inquiries.

State vs Four Policemen — Krishna Kumar Yadav custodial death case

In the 2021 custodial death case of 24-year-old Krishna Kumar Yadav in Jaunpur, eight policemen surrendered before the court on 1 January 2022. On 7 October 2026, the Allahabad High Court rejected the bail applications of four of the accused policemen based on CBI material and directed the trial court to expedite the proceedings.

Investigation into the death of Akash in police custody

Akash Delison, a 26-year-old Dalit man, died after alleged custodial torture by police in Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. As of 10 September 2026, the CB-CID has formally named six police officers as accused in the case, charging them with offenses including murder and assault. Previously, the Madras High Court directed authorities to perform the victim's last rites on 16 June 2026 after the family refused to claim the body for over three months.

State vs Altaf (Custodial Death Case)

Altaf, a 22-year-old man, died while in the custody of the Kasganj police in Uttar Pradesh following his detention in connection with a kidnapping investigation. On 2 September 2026, the Allahabad High Court held the state government strictly liable for the unnatural death and ordered it to pay ₹10 lakh in compensation to his legal heirs within three weeks.

State vs Unknown — Vejalpur Police Station custodial death case, Ahmedabad

In May 2026, 70-year-old Zahiruddin Shaikh died while in the custody of the Vejalpur Police Station in Ahmedabad. Following a Supreme Court order dated 23 July 2026, the Gujarat government registered an FIR and appointed a Special Investigation Team to probe the death after the Gujarat High Court previously dismissed the family's petition. As of 29 August 2026, the case is under investigation.

State vs. Police Personnel — Custodial Death Case, Madhya Pradesh

In a custodial death case in Madhya Pradesh, the High Court ruled on 18 June 2026 that custodial violence does not constitute official duty and therefore does not require sanction under Section 197 CrPC for prosecution. On 16 August 2026, the Court further affirmed that Magistrates hold the authority under Section 176(1-A) CrPC to explicitly name accused police officials and doctors within their enquiry reports.

State vs Jail Superintendent and jail staff — Madhya Pradesh custodial death case (Raja Ram Dangi)

A custodial death case in Madhya Pradesh where a judicial enquiry report named the Jail Superintendent, subordinate jail staff, and empanelled doctors as responsible. An FIR was registered based on the enquiry findings.

State vs two police constables — Tiruvannamalai rape case

In September 2025, two police constables were accused of raping a woman during a night patrol near Tiruvannamalai, leading to their dismissal from service on 02 October 2025. Following a petition filed by the survivor, the Madras High Court ordered all trial courts in Tamil Nadu to expedite sexual offence cases and avoid unnecessary adjournments, as reported on 15 August 2026.