Supreme Court
POCSO Victim compensation : Victims should not be left to seek compensation themselves : Directions to Courts
This landmark decision is seen as a crucial step in bridging the gap between legal provisions and their practical implem...
Service Tax : Facilitating purchase and sale of land is not a taxable service when no agency or consultancy relationship exists;
The ruling is expected to have significant implications for similar cases where the nature of transactions does not invo...
Legitimacy of Child : No DNA testing as matter of routine
The decision reinforces the judiciary's role in balancing the need for scientific evidence with individual rights, ensur...
Supreme Court Upholds Original Vendees' Right to Specific Performance, Rejects Subsequent Purchasers' Claim of Bona Fide Purchase
This judgment clarifies critical aspects of property law, particularly the impermissibility of unilateral termination of...
Arbitrator cannot rewrite the terms of a contract contrary to the agreement
The decision underscores the Court's stance on maintaining the sanctity of contracts and policy adherence in commercial ...
Motor Vehicle - Supreme Court Seeks Larger Bench for Clarity on Compensation for Deceased Employed Abroad
The Supreme Court, acknowledging the conflicting judicial views on whether compensation should reflect the income earned...
Supreme Court Voids Election Over Non-Disclosure of Criminal Conviction
The Supreme Court's judgment underscores the importance of transparency and the electorate's right to information, setti...
Implementation of Biometric Attendance in Offices is legal even without prior consultation with employees.
The ruling underscores the Supreme Court's recognition of modern attendance systems' importance in enhancing administrat...
Just a clause in an agreement using the word "arbitration" cannot be treated as an arbitration agreement
This ruling underscores the importance of clear and unequivocal language in drafting arbitration clauses to ensure enfor...
Unauthorized construction or commercial use of residential property contrary to norms : No adjudication without affording opportunity
The judgment serves as a reminder of the importance of procedural fairness in judicial processes, particularly when sign...
Registration of a Charitable Trust does not automatically entitle the Trust to claim exemptions under Section 80-G
This judgment has significant implications for trusts and charitable organizations, reiterating the need for stringent s...
Procedure in case of split verdict in National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT)
This judgment highlights a significant gap in the procedural framework of the NCLAT, potentially affecting numerous case...
Supreme Court Deliberates on Mandatory Hearings in Fraudulent Account Declarations
This case will be revisited on November 18, 2025, with the court insisting on concluding the hearing on that date. The i...
Written Communication of Arrest Grounds Mandatory with information to relatives : Failure entitles the person to liberty
The Supreme Court has directed that the judgment be circulated to all High Courts and state authorities to ensure unifor...
Motor Vehicle : Private operators cannot ply on notified intra-State routes unless expressly permitted
The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's orders, emphasizing that an inter-state agreement, being an agreement betwe...
Compassionate Appointment: Presumption of death after seven years of disappearance - Date of death cannot be fixed on mere assumption
The ruling reinforces the legal principle that civil death presumption requires the lapse of seven years and cannot be b...
State Bar Councils continued to charge fees beyond the statutory limits : Supreme Court reacts
The court underscored that failure to adhere to these directives could result in contempt proceedings against the respon...
Arbitral Award, Fraud Allegations : Errors of fact or law cannot be raised as objections under Section 47 CPC
The court also addressed the implications of a First Information Report (FIR) registered against MMTC officials, stating...
Mere refusal to marry by itself does not amount to instigation and cannot constitute abetment of suicide
In conclusion, the Supreme Court allowed the appeal, quashing the FIR and the subsequent proceedings in the Sessions Cou...
SC/ST Act : When anticipatory bail can be granted
Sidhan is now set to be released on anticipatory bail, subject to terms and conditions determined by the jurisdictional ...
Supreme Court Upholds Traditional Udayasthamana Pooja at Guruvayur Temple
This judgment reaffirms the judiciary's role in safeguarding religious traditions while balancing them with administrati...
Investigating agencies cannot directly summon an advocate representing a party to elicit details of the case
This landmark ruling reaffirms the crucial role of advocates in the justice system, ensuring their ability to provide fe...
Delay in framing charges even after filing of chargesheet : Pan India directions for Trial Courts
This proactive approach by the Supreme Court underscores its commitment to ensuring justice is delivered efficiently and...
POCSO Act accused marries Victim post conviction : Criminal proceedings quashed.
This decision marks a significant instance where the Supreme Court has tailored justice to specific case circumstances, ...
Arbitration : Delay in delivery of award may render it in conflict with the public policy or patently illegal.
This decision underscores the Supreme Court's commitment to ensuring timely justice and its willingness to exercise cons...
Fire Insurance - Supreme Court outlines the Principles governing fire insurance
Ultimately, the Supreme Court dismissed the appeal by the insurance company and allowed the appeal by Orion Conmerx, awa...
Dying declaration : even if discrepancies exist, holds substantial evidentiary value for convicting
The trial court initially acquitted the accused, citing discrepancies in the dying declarations made by Leelaben. Howeve...
Supreme Court Quashes FIR Against NRI for Possession of Reindeer Horn
This landmark judgment is expected to set a precedent for handling future cases involving international travelers, ensur...
Supreme Court Directs Nationwide Compliance for CCTV Installation in Police Stations
This judgment marks a significant step toward ensuring police accountability and transparency in India, aiming to safegu...
Hindu Succession Act not applicable to Scheduled Tribes
The case has significant implications for inheritance laws in tribal areas, affirming the autonomy of customary laws gov...
Supreme Court Directs Union of India to Enhance Coordination in Missing Children Cases
This directive marks a crucial step towards strengthening the framework for addressing missing children cases in India, ...
Deceased Railway Employee's Dismissal Reversed After 37 Years
In a compassionate move, the court directed that all consequential monetary benefits, including pensionary benefits, be ...
NDPS : Power of Special Court under NDPS Act to grant interim custody of seized vehicle can not be curtailed by Rules
This decision reinforces the judiciary's role in safeguarding the rights of vehicle owners, particularly when they are n...
Insolvency Code : Preference shareholders are not financial creditors
The Supreme Court, bench comprising Justices J.B. Pardiwala and K.V. Viswanathan, emphasized the statutory provisions of...
Intellectual Property Rights : Continuing infringement - Courts not to insist on mediation in situations of ongoing infringement.
The Supreme Court's decision allows Novenco to proceed with its suit without undergoing mandatory pre-institution mediat...
Pendency of 8,82,578 execution petitions is alarming - Directions issued
The Supreme Court's intervention reflects its commitment to ensuring that justice is not only served but also timely exe...