Supreme Court of India
15,089 judgments
The Commercial Tax Officer v. Mohan Breweries and Distilleries Limited
The Supreme Court held that purchase tax under Section 7-A is leviable on empty bottles purchased from unregistered dealers unless binding departmental clarifications exempting such tax apply prospectively, and cash discounts are not taxable under the Act.
Raveen Kumar v. State of Himachal Pradesh
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court’s reversal of acquittal and conviction under Section 20 NDPS Act, clarifying appellate scope, evidentiary standards for prosecution documents, and sentencing principles under the NDPS Act.
Jayamma & Anr. v. State of Karnataka
The Supreme Court set aside the High Court’s conviction based solely on a dying declaration found unreliable due to infirmities and restored the trial Court’s acquittal of the appellants.
Sanjay Kumar Rai v. State of Uttar Pradesh & Anr.
The Supreme Court held that High Courts have inherent jurisdiction to examine the merits of discharge orders to prevent abuse of process and remanded the case for fresh consideration.
SUBHASH CHANDER v. BHARAT PETROLEUM CORPORATION LTD.
The Supreme Court held that after expiry of the lease, the lessee becomes a statutory tenant under the Rent Control Act, barring Civil Court jurisdiction for possession suits, and eviction must proceed under the Rent Control Act despite the special Burmah Shell Act.
Munni Devi Alias Nathi Devi Lrs. & Ors. v. Rajendra Alias Lallu Lal Lrs. & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that a Hindu widow in settled possession of ancestral property in lieu of her pre-existing right to maintenance acquires absolute ownership under Section 14(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956.
Munni Devi Alias Nathi Devi Lrs. & Ors. v. Rajendra Alias Lallu Lal Lrs. & Ors.
A Hindu widow in settled possession of ancestral property in lieu of her pre-existing right to maintenance acquires absolute ownership under Section 14(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, even without formal documentation.
Legal Heirs v. Jagtar Singh
The Supreme Court held that partition is completed on the Revenue Officer's order under Section 118 of the Punjab Land Revenue Act, severing joint status and extinguishing the right of pre-emption if not subsisting on the date of decree, thereby setting aside the High Court's judgment in favor of the pre-emptor.
Rakesh Kumar Gupta v. Supreme Court of India
The Delhi High Court dismissed a writ petition challenging the Supreme Court Collegium's rejection of High Court judge elevation recommendations, holding such decisions are not subject to judicial review and the petitioner lacked locus.
Alifiya Husenbhai Keshariya v. Siddiq Ismail Sindhi
The Supreme Court held that a claimant entitled to compensation but not yet paid remains indigent and can file an appeal without upfront court fees, directing the High Court to reconsider the appellant's indigency status accordingly.
Anees v. The State Govt. of NCT
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction for murder under Section 302 IPC, affirming that Section 106 Evidence Act applies where foundational facts are proved and the accused fails to satisfactorily explain facts especially within his knowledge.
Canara Bank v. Ajithkumar G.K.
The Supreme Court allowed Canara Bank's appeal, setting aside the High Court's order directing compassionate appointment, holding that the family was not indigent and directing a lump sum compensation instead.
Tamil Nadu Medical Services Corporation Limited v. Corporation Employees Welfare Union
The Supreme Court held that the Tamil Nadu Medical Services Corporation is an industrial establishment under the Act and directed compliance with the Inspector of Labour's order granting permanent status to eligible employees, rejecting the Corporation's appeal.
BIJAY KUMAR MANISH KUMAR HUF v. ASHWIN BHANULAL DESAI
The Supreme Court held that a tenant unlawfully continuing possession after lease determination must pay mesne profits at market rent during pendency of appeals, directing interim payment to the landlord subject to final adjudication.
Ajwar v. Waseem and Another
The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's bail orders in a double murder case, emphasizing the need for reasoned bail decisions considering the gravity of offence, accused's role, and conduct on bail.
Sundew Properties Limited v. Telangana State Electricity Regulatory Commission
The Supreme Court held that a SEZ developer deemed distribution licensee under the Electricity Act is not required to comply with capital infusion conditions under subordinate regulations, partially setting aside the regulatory orders imposing such conditions.
Bano Saiyed Parwaz v. Chief Controlling Revenue Authority and Inspector General of Registration and Controller of Stamps & Ors.
The Supreme Court allowed refund of stamp duty paid on an un-executed conveyance deed, holding that limitation bars remedy but not the right, and the State cannot deny refund on technical grounds when the purchaser is a victim of fraud.
Rajesh Kumar v. Anand Kumar & Ors.
The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of a suit for specific performance due to invalid agreement lacking signatures of all co-owners and the plaintiff's failure to personally prove readiness and willingness.
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd. v. M/s JSW Steel Ltd. & Anr.
The Supreme Court upheld the Appellate Tribunal's decision that the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission lacked authority to impose a reliability charge on continuous process industries already paying higher tariffs for uninterrupted supply.
Sunita Devi v. State of Bihar & Anr.
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's order for a fresh trial emphasizing strict adherence to procedural safeguards and the accused's right to a fair trial under Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution.