Supreme Court of India
15,089 judgments
Tirith Kumar v. Daduram
The Supreme Court held that the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 does not apply to Scheduled Tribes without Central Government notification and affirmed inheritance rights of tribal daughters based on justice, equity, and good conscience.
Ajith G. Das & Ors. v. State of Kerala & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that while KPSC enjoys autonomy in selection, it must comply with the State Government’s binding directives to expand rank lists to fill vacancies, allowing the appellants’ appeals and directing KPSC to act accordingly.
Bherulal Bhimaji Oswal v. Madhusudan N. Kumbhare
The Supreme Court held that failure to diagnose and treat post-operative eye infection by the treating doctor constitutes medical negligence and restored compensation awarded to the patient.
Ashok Verma v. State of Chhattisgarh
The Supreme Court upheld the appellant's conviction for homicidal death by strangulation, rejecting the plea of alibi and suicide, affirming the importance of strict proof and burden of explanation under Section 106 Evidence Act.
Chandrabhan Rupchand Dakale v. The State of Maharashtra & Ors.
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's dismissal of the appellant's challenge to surplus land determination under the Maharashtra Agricultural Lands (Ceiling on Holdings) Act, affirming that transfers made to defeat the Act are invalid and res judicata bars reopening settled issues.
MANSOOR SAHEB v. SALIMA
Under Mohammedan law, lifetime partition of property is impermissible and an oral gift requires clear declaration, acceptance, and delivery of possession; the Supreme Court dismissed the appeal affirming the invalidity of the alleged oral gift and lifetime partition.
Rinku Baheti v. Sandesh Sharda
The Supreme Court exercised its power under Article 142(1) to grant a divorce decree on the ground of irretrievable breakdown of marriage despite opposition, emphasizing judicial discretion and equitable considerations.
Kankariya v. Union of India
The Supreme Court held that the Maharashtra Court Fees Act, 1959 governs court fees refunds in the State, dismissing the appellant's claim for full refund under the repealed Central Act, while recognizing the distinct nature of ADR mechanisms and upholding the validity of State notifications on partial refunds.
Siddhant @ Sidharth Balu Taktode v. The State of Maharashtra
The Supreme Court allowed bail to an accused under MCOCA due to prolonged trial delay violating the right to speedy trial, imposing stringent conditions to balance interests of justice.
Commissioner of Central Excise, Salem v. M/s. Madhan Agro Industries (India) Private Ltd.
The Supreme Court held that pure coconut oil sold in small quantities is classifiable as edible oil under Heading 1513 of the Central Excise Tariff Act, 1985, unless packaging clearly indicates it is intended as hair oil under Heading 3305.
Pawapuri Rice Mills v. Bihar State Food and Civil Supplies Corporation Ltd.
The Supreme Court upheld recovery proceedings under the Bihar and Orissa Public Demands Recovery Act against rice millers for undelivered Custom Milled Rice, affirming the claim as a public demand and emphasizing exhaustion of statutory remedies before writ jurisdiction.
T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad v. Union of India
The Supreme Court directed Rajasthan to legally recognize and protect sacred groves (Orans) as forest lands under the Forest Conservation Act, ensuring community involvement and compliance with statutory and international conservation mandates.
Rajesh Kumar v. National Insurance Co. Ltd.
The Supreme Court held that the National Commission exceeded its revisional jurisdiction in reducing the insurance claim and restored the full insured amount payable to the appellant, emphasizing limited revisional powers and strict interpretation of exclusion clauses.
Rajendra Kumar Barjatya and Another v. U.P. Avas Evam Vikas Parishad & Ors.
The Supreme Court upheld demolition of unauthorized commercial constructions on residential land despite delay and third-party ownership, emphasizing strict adherence to statutory provisions and procedural safeguards.
NORTH DELHI MUNICIPAL CORPORATION v. M/S. S.A. BUILDERS LTD
The Supreme Court upheld that compound interest is payable under Section 31(7) of the Arbitration Act, affirmed the arbitrator's jurisdiction to clarify the award, and directed execution in accordance with M/s. Hyder Consulting (UK) Ltd., overruling S.L. Arora.
State of Uttar Pradesh v. Suresh Chandra Tewari
The Supreme Court held that a family settlement or partition executed after the statutory cut-off date cannot be recognized to avoid land ceiling, and once finality is attained, the matter cannot be reopened, allowing the State to take possession of surplus land.
Ayub Khan v. State of Rajasthan
The Supreme Court held that High Court directions mandating a specific format for recording antecedents in bail orders are not binding, non-compliance does not amount to judicial indiscipline, and adverse personal remarks against judicial officers in judicial orders must be avoided.
Deepti Sharma v. State of Uttar Pradesh & Anr.
The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal challenging the High Court's order restoring the appellant's maintenance petition and directing fresh adjudication by the Family Court.
Athar Parwez v. Union of India
The Supreme Court granted bail to the appellant charged under UAPA, holding that prolonged pre-trial detention and lack of prima facie evidence justify bail despite statutory restrictions.
S. GUNASEKARAN v. THE UNDER SECRETARY TO GOVT
The Supreme Court modified an excessive penalty imposed on a medical admission candidate who resigned within the original prospectus period amid confusing amendments, balancing contributory negligence and institutional responsibility.