Supreme Court
Supreme Court Overturns NCLAT and NCLT Decisions in Landmark Insolvency Case: Acknowledgment of Debt in Balance Sheets
The Supreme Court's decision in IL & FS Financial Services Limited v. Adhunik Meghalaya Steels Private Limited sets a pi...
Supreme Court Reinforces Exclusive Jurisdiction of Madhya Pradesh Arbitration Tribunal
This landmark judgment underscores the primacy of the statutory framework established under the Madhya Pradesh Madhyasth...
Supreme Court Strikes Down Discriminatory Retirement Age Notification: Landmark Ruling in Favor of Equality Norms
The Supreme Court's decision in Subha Prasad Nandi Majumdar v. State of West Bengal is a landmark ruling that promotes e...
Supreme Court Overturns Kerala High Court's Decision in Favor of Former Ranji Player
The Supreme Court's ruling reinstates the appellant's original application for fresh adjudication. The court has mandate...
Accident while commuting to work is "arising out of and in the course of employment"
The Supreme Court's judgment in Daivshala v. Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd. is a milestone in labor law jurisprudence, expa...
Duty of Courts when allegations seem to be an abuse of process
The Supreme Court's judgment underscores the court's duty to prevent the misuse of criminal proceedings when allegations...
MSME - Framework does not prevent banks from classifying MSME accounts as NPA or issuing demand notices
The Supreme Court dismissed the writ petition, highlighting the lack of merit in the petitioner's claim and emphasizing ...
Land Acquisition Compensation - Highest sale exemplar must be considered for compensation unless proven non-bona fide
In conclusion, the Supreme Court’s decision in Manohar v. State of Maharashtra not only delivers justice to the appellan...
Offence under POSCO Act - Harsh Penalty can not be imposed Retrospectively
The Supreme Court's decision in Satauram Mandavi v. State of Chhattisgarh serves as a critical reminder of the importanc...
Scrutinizing Testimonies: The Supreme Court Acquits Accused of Murder
The judgment in Esakkimuthu v. State serves as a critical reminder of the standards of proof required in criminal cases,...
Distinction between Resignation and Voluntary Retirement in Pension Regulations; Supreme Court Interprets
This judgment highlights the nuanced interpretation of service laws, particularly in distinguishing resignation from vol...
Upholding the Legitimacy of a Registered Will and Oral Family Settlement
The Supreme Court's judgment underscores the importance of registered testamentary documents and oral agreements in dete...
Supreme Court Intervenes in a Disturbing Case of Custodial Torture - Interim compensation of Rs. 50,00,000/-
The Supreme Court's judgment in Khursheed Ahmad Chohan v. Union of Territory of Jammu and Kashmir marks a decisive step ...
Reimagining Child Custody: A Supreme Court Judgment Emphasizing the Paramount Welfare of the Child
This Supreme Court judgment serves as a critical reminder of the dynamic nature of child custody arrangements, where the...
Supreme Court Mandates Comprehensive Prison Reforms for Disabled Inmates: A Landmark Judgment
The Supreme Court's directives not only address the immediate grievances of the appellant but also set a precedent for b...
Supreme Court of India Upholds Admissibility of Secretly Recorded Spousal Conversations in Matrimonial Disputes
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India addressed the complex interplay between the right to privacy and the...
Maternity leave - Right to maternity leave as a facet of reproductive rights and constitutional guarantees.
Employee had two children, remarried and conceived a third child from second marriage, Supreme Court held, that the mate...
Supreme Court Rules Governor's Reservation of Tamil Nadu Bills for President’s Assent Illegal, Declares Bills Deemed Assented
Landmark judgment clarifies Governor’s limited discretion under Article 200 of the Constitution, prescribes timelines fo...
Supreme Court Condemns Illegal Demolition by Prayagraj Development Authority, Upholds Right to Shelter Under Article 21
“Bulldozer Justice” Declared Arbitrary and Inhuman; Authorities Directed to Follow Due Process and Pay Rs. 10 Lakhs Cost...
Freedom of Speech - Mere recital of a poem or any form of art or entertainment, such as, stand-up comedy, can not lead to animosity or hatred amongst different communities. Can not stifle legitimate expressions of view in the public domain which is so fundamental to a free society
Supreme Court upholds freedom of speech in Imran Pratapgadhi Case. Apex Court quashes FIR against MP for reciting poem, ...
Article 311(1) does not require that disciplinary proceedings must be initiated by the appointing authority - Disciplinary proceedings can be initiated by a superior or controlling authority under relevant rules.
Supreme Court upholds dismissal of Jharkhand Civil Servant in misconduct case. The charge-sheet approval not required se...
SC allows entry of pregnant woman, her child into India from Bangladesh on humanitarian grounds
The top court was hearing a plea of the Centre challenging the September 26 order of the Calcutta High Court by which it...
Supreme Court Upholds Separate Quotas for Judicial Officers and Advocates in District Judge Appointments
Judicial officers cannot claim posts reserved for advocates with seven years’ practice; Rules barring such claims are co...
Insertion of the words "socialist" and "secular" in the Preamble of the Constitution of India by the Constitution (42nd Amendment) Act, 1976, does not violate the basic structure of the Constitution.
Supreme Court in Dr. Balram Singh v. Union of India upheld validity of "Socialist" and "Secular" terms in Constitution P...
Minority can claim right of administration to an institute only if that “minority” has established that institute - The "establish" means “to bring into existence”
Aligarh Muslim University was held not to a minority institute....
Supreme Court Constitution Bench Clarifies Recruitment Process Norms: Rules of the Game Cannot Be Changed Midway, But Procedure May Be Adapted Within Bounds
Landmark judgment in Tej Prakash Pathak v. Rajasthan High Court affirms that eligibility criteria fixed at recruitment s...
Supreme Court Constitution Bench Upholds Survival of Article 31C and Reconsiders Scope of Article 39(b) on Private Property
In landmark judgment, Supreme Court affirms that Article 31C remains part of the Constitution post-Minerva Mills and nar...
Supreme Court Constitution Bench Clarifies "Intoxicating Liquor" Scope, Upholds State Legislative Powers Over Alcohol Industry
In landmark judgment, the Supreme Court overrules earlier precedent, holding that Entry 8 of List II includes both potab...
Supreme Court Rules Disability Percentage Alone Cannot Bar Medical Admission Under PwD Quota
In landmark judgment, SC directs Disability Assessment Boards to evaluate individual capability beyond quantified disabi...
Supreme Court Constitution Bench Rules Royalty as Tax, Clarifies Legislative Powers on Mineral Rights and Land Taxation
Nine-Judge Bench overrules Kesoram majority on royalty, affirms royalty as tax under Entry 50 List II; distinguishes pow...
Supreme Court Revises Land Acquisition Laws, Overrules Pune Municipal Corporation Judgment, and Extends Time for Fresh Proceedings in Delhi Land Cases
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court clarifies the doctrine of res judicata and merger in acquisition cases, emphas...
Supreme Court Declares Kolkata Municipal Corporation’s Land Acquisition Under Section 352 Invalid, Emphasizes Procedural Safeguards Under Article 300A
Seven Constitutive Sub-Rights Essential for Valid Compulsory Acquisition; Mere Power and Compensation Insufficient — Lan...
Supreme Court Restores Forest Land Status, Sets Aside High Court’s Review Order Favoring Private Claimant in Telangana
Apex Court Emphasizes Constitutional Mandate to Protect Forests, Limits Scope of Review Jurisdiction to Prevent Misuse...
Supreme Court Modifies Order on Power Line Undergrounding to Balance Great Indian Bustard Conservation and Renewable Energy Commitments
Expert Committee to Reassess Feasibility of Underground Power Lines in Rajasthan and Gujarat Amid India's Climate Goals ...
Supreme Court Sets Landmark Guidelines Protecting LGBTQ+ Rights in Habeas Corpus Cases
Court Rules Out Counseling to Alter Sexual Orientation, Emphasizes Respect for Chosen Families and Privacy of Intimate P...
Supreme Court Constitution Bench Overrules Immunity for Legislators Accused of Bribery; Upholds Prosecution under Criminal Law
Seven-Judge Bench declares Articles 105 and 194 of the Constitution do not protect Members of Parliament or State Legisl...