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State vs. Minor son of Rino Francis — Cheranalloor hit-and-run case

A 17-year-old son of an Additional District and Sessions Judge is accused of a fatal hit-and-run on 25 October 2026 in Cheranalloor that killed a scooter rider. Following an initial station bail on 25 October 2026, the minor was re-taken into custody on 26 October 2026 and produced before the Juvenile Justice Board, while police filed to cancel his bail on 27 October 2026. The minor's father has been formally named an accused under the Motor Vehicles Act, and the Kerala High Court is evaluating his potential administrative suspension as reported on 27 October 2026.

In re: Land encroachments in Munnar and nearby areas

The Kerala High Court has directed the state government to constitute a dedicated Special Task Force (STF) to implement recommendations aimed at tackling illegal land encroachments in the Munnar region. The court's intervention seeks to protect government property and ensure enforcement of earlier recommendations regarding the land issue.

NoCap News vs Union of India and State of Kerala

The Kerala High Court is hearing a petition from digital news portal NoCap challenging the blocking of its Facebook page by the Union and State governments. As reported on 27 October 2026, the court has directed that notice be served to Meta Platforms and scheduled the next hearing for 5 November 2026.

K.S. Hamza vs State of Kerala — Challenge to Waqf Board Reconstitution

Former Waqf Board chairperson K.S. Hamza challenged the Kerala government's reconstitution of the State Waqf Board in the Kerala High Court, arguing it violated a directive to fill vacancies. Following the board's reorganization and the assumption of office by new members on 17 October 2026, the High Court division bench declined an interim stay on the government's order and referred the petition to a larger bench on 19 October 2026. The court issued notice to the relevant parties before admission on 23 October 2026.

State of Kerala vs Accused in Abhimanyu Murder Case

The murder trial of SFI activist Abhimanyu is proceeding at the Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court, with cross-examination of witnesses ongoing as of 24 October 2026. Following the Kerala High Court's refusal to stay proceedings on 13 October 2026 and its rejection of a plea for in-camera trials on 17 October 2026, the court continues to hear testimony from those present during the attack.

Parents of missing student vs High Commission of India

Parents filed a habeas corpus-like petition before the Kerala High Court seeking to locate their daughter, who has been unreachable for two years while pursuing an MBA in the UK. Following an inquiry directed by the court, the bench observed on 23 October 2026 that an adult woman has the right to live according to her own choice and cannot be forced by parents or police to return home against her wishes.

In re: Construction at Pulinkudy beach (Vizhinjam port)

The Kerala High Court has halted construction work at Pulinkudy beach as part of the Vizhinjam port project. The order was issued following an incorrect affidavit submitted by the Coastal Regulation Zone Authority regarding environmental clearance requirements.

In re: Ownership and custody of the captive elephant 'Uttoly Raman'

The Supreme Court is adjudicating the ownership dispute over the captive elephant Uttoly Raman, having ordered the Kerala Forest Department to take custody of the animal on 11 June 2026. Following a request for a medical report by the Court on 17 October 2026, the Kerala High Court declined on 20 October 2026 to extend the registration deadline for captive elephants, citing a lack of authority to override the deadline established by the Supreme Court.

In re: Victim Compensation Disbursement in Kerala

The Kerala High Court has directed the state government to release ₹9.73 crore for 225 pending victim compensation claims. The court mandated the payment be cleared within a five-week period and instructed the District Legal Services Authorities to streamline documentation processes for beneficiaries.

In re: P&T Apartment Complex — Structural safety and canal maintenance

The Kerala High Court is hearing a case regarding structural safety and canal maintenance at the P&T Apartment Complex in Mundamveli. Following an IIT Madras study and an amicus curiae report recommending urgent resident rehabilitation, the court questioned the use of public funds for repairs on 16 October 2026. Separately, the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau initiated an investigation into alleged construction and maintenance irregularities on 16 October 2026.

In re: Toll collection at Nattika plaza on NH-66

Former MP T.N. Prathapan filed a public interest litigation in the Kerala High Court challenging the commencement of toll collection at the Nattika plaza on NH-66, alleging incomplete construction and certification discrepancies. As of 14 October 2026, the court refused to grant a temporary stay on toll collection and directed the National Highways Authority of India to consider the petitioner's representation regarding the deferment of fees until construction work is completed.

State of Kerala vs Jollyamma Joseph

Jollyamma Joseph is the prime accused in six alleged poisoning murders in Koodathayi, Kerala. As of 14 October 2026, the trial for the Roy Thomas murder case has reached its final stages with the examination of the 134th witness. Separately, as of 14 October 2026, the Kerala High Court has ordered an expedited hearing regarding an appeal to lift a broadcast ban on the web series Anali.

State vs SFI activists — Unlawful assembly and assault case at Sanskrit varsity

SFI activists face charges including unlawful assembly, rioting, and assault following protests at the Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit in August 2026. While four activists were remanded to judicial custody on 21 August 2026, 17 activists were granted anticipatory bail by the Kerala High Court on 11 September 2026. Separately, a police officer was suspended on 13 October 2026 for allegedly attacking SFI workers during the incident.

In re: Bruno — Suo motu proceedings on animal cruelty

The Kerala High Court initiated suo motu public interest litigation following the brutal killing of a pet dog named Bruno in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The court named the proceedings 'In Re: Bruno' as a tribute to the animal and to address concerns regarding animal rights and cruelty.