Calcutta High Court
Public Law and Tortious Liability - When State or its instrumentality can be held liable for tortious actions - Sovereign immunity applies where actions are performed in good faith
The Padmabati Mitra v. Union of India case serves as a critical reminder of the legal thresholds required to establish s...
Construction contracts - Time is never of the essence for performance - Extension of time can be inferred from conduct and circumstances
The judgment underscores the importance of arbitration in resolving complex construction disputes and the critical role ...
Illegal construction on acquired land - Larger public interest and national importance of projects like highways emphasized - Petitioner directed to vacate land immediately
Overall, the judgment establishes that any illegal construction on acquired land is liable to be demolished, and the acq...
Commutation of Death Sentence : justice must be tempered with compassion
The Calcutta High Court's judgment in State of West Bengal v. Radha Kanta Bera is a testament to the evolving jurisprude...