Supreme Court of India
15,089 judgments
Suhas Chakma v. Union of India
The Supreme Court affirmed the fundamental right of prisoners to free and effective legal aid under Article 21 and issued comprehensive directions to strengthen legal aid mechanisms and ensure access to justice for all prisoners.
Dharmendra Sharma v. Agra Development Authority
The Supreme Court held that possession offered without mandatory completion and firefighting certificates is invalid, extended limitation due to part payments, affirmed NCDRC's jurisdiction, and awarded refund with interest plus additional compensation to the purchaser.
ANANTDEEP SINGH v. HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA
The Supreme Court directed reinstatement of a judicial officer whose termination during probation was set aside, awarding back wages and emphasizing that termination orders cannot be retrospective and must comply with Court directions.
Baccarose Perfumes and Beauty Products Pvt. Ltd v. Central Bureau of Investigation & Anr.
The Supreme Court held that immunity granted by the Settlement Commission bars prosecution where proceedings have not been instituted prior, and quashed criminal proceedings against the appellant-company for alleged CVD evasion based on MRP.
RICARDO CONSTRUCTIONS PVT. LTD. v. RAVI KUCKIAN & OTHERS
The Supreme Court allowed the appellant to file a written statement after the limitation period expired, holding that limitation starts from receipt of notice accompanied by complaint and that denial of complaint copy service violates fair hearing.
Mandakini Diwan and Anr. v. High Court of Chhattisgarh & Ors.
The Supreme Court directed a CBI investigation into the suspicious death of Ms. Ranjana Diwan, emphasizing the need for an independent inquiry where bias or influence is alleged to ensure a fair investigation and uphold fundamental rights.
Somprabha Rana & Ors. v. The State of Madhya Pradesh & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that custody of a minor child should not be disturbed via writ of Habeas Corpus without considering the child's welfare and directed substantive custody proceedings under the Guardians and Wards Act.
Devendra Kumar Pal v. State of U.P and Another
The Supreme Court held that a trial court cannot summon an additional accused under Section 319 Cr.P.C. after pronouncing conviction and sentence, quashing such summoning order passed post-sentencing.
Chirag Bhanu Singh & Anr v. High Court of Himachal Pradesh & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that elevation of High Court judges must be reconsidered collectively by the High Court Collegium, and writ petitions challenging lack of effective consultation in judicial appointments are maintainable within limited judicial review.
Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation v. V.V. Brahma Reddy
The Supreme Court held that Section 82 of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act governs allocation of Public Sector Undertaking employees post bifurcation, validating repatriation orders and rejecting the High Court's reliance on Section 77.
P.N. Gupta v. Rajinder Singh Dogra
The Supreme Court upheld the finding of medical negligence against a doctor for delayed referral and inadequate postoperative care, confirming compensation awarded by the National Consumer Commission with modified interest.
Kerala Agricultural University & Anr. v. T.P. Murali @ Murali Thavara
Termination of a government employee for failure to resume duty after long leave without allowance is invalid if mandatory procedural safeguards, including recording prima facie satisfaction before inquiry, are not complied with.
Ishwar v. Bhim Singh
The Supreme Court held that the Execution Court has jurisdiction to entertain rescission and extension of time applications under Section 28 of the Specific Relief Act even if the decree was passed by the appellate court, and upheld the extension of time for deposit of balance sale consideration, dismissing the appeal.
RANJEET MITTAL v. THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH
The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in quashing charges of abetment to suicide and related offences at the prima facie stage, directing continuation of trial based on sufficient material on record.
Choudappa & Anr. v. Choudappa Since Deceased by Lrs. & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that proceedings for inquiry into mesne profits under Order XX Rule 12 CPC are a continuation of the original suit and not barred by limitation, dismissing the petitioners' challenge to the delayed application.
Vaibhav Jain v. Hindustan Motors Pvt. Ltd.
The Supreme Court held that a vehicle dealer who neither owned nor controlled the vehicle at the time of accident cannot be held liable for compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.
NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY LTD. v. MAYA DEVI
The Supreme Court upheld the insurer's liability to pay compensation in a motor accident claim, holding that mere allegations of fraud without proof cannot absolve the insurer from indemnity obligations.
N.M. THEERTHEGOWDA v. Y.M. ASHOK KUMAR
The Supreme Court upheld the imposition of ten times penalty on deficit stamp duty under Section 34 of the Karnataka Stamp Act where the appellant agreed to pay duty and penalty at interlocutory stage, dismissing the appeal.
SEETHARAMA SHETTY v. MONAPPA SHETTY
The Supreme Court held that when an insufficiently stamped instrument is sent to the District Registrar under Section 37(2) of the Karnataka Stamp Act, the court cannot impose ten times penalty under Section 34, and the penalty must be determined by the District Registrar under Section 39.
Modern Builders v. State of Madhya Pradesh
The Supreme Court restored an arbitral award set aside by the High Court solely on jurisdictional grounds, holding that failure to timely object to arbitrator's jurisdiction precludes annulment of the award.