Supreme Court of India
8,449 judgments
Union of India v. Manjurani Routray
The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's invalidation of Rule 4(b) of the Flexible Complementing Scheme rules, holding that a challenge to a rule's validity must be specifically pleaded and relief sought before it can be declared ultra vires.
Abhishek v. State of Madhya Pradesh
The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against in-laws in a dowry harassment case due to vague and improbable allegations, affirming the High Court's power under Section 482 Cr.P.C. to prevent abuse of process in matrimonial disputes.
P. Sarangapani v. State of Andhra Pradesh
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of a public servant for accepting illegal gratification, affirming the statutory presumption under Section 20 of the Prevention of Corruption Act despite the complainant's death before trial.
Jagpal Singh v. The State of U.P.
The Supreme Court held that a temporary employee’s termination order, once final, cannot be nullified by subsequent promotion granted during an interim stay, and dismissed the petition challenging the termination.
Zunaid v. State of U.P. & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that a Magistrate may reject a police Final Report and proceed with a complaint, and the High Court erred in interfering with such discretion under Section 482 Cr.P.C.
State of Haryana v. Dharamraj
The Supreme Court set aside anticipatory bail granted to a proclaimed offender accused of serious offences, holding that proclaimed offenders are ordinarily not entitled to anticipatory bail under Section 438 CrPC.
Satbir Singh v. State of Haryana & Ors.
The Supreme Court allowed the appellant's recall as a witness under Section 311 CrPC to ensure a just decision, emphasizing judicial discretion and balancing delay and prejudice.
Niranjan Das v. State of West Bengal
The Supreme Court remanded the appellant's murder conviction appeal for fresh hearing due to denial of reasonable preparation time to the appointed advocate, emphasizing the right to fair representation.
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The Court mandates strict enforcement and monitoring of reservation quotas for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in government employment to uphold constitutional equality and social justice.
Vijaya Bhiku Kadam v. Mayani Bhag Shikshan Prasarak Mandal
The Supreme Court reinstated the appellant as a full-time lecturer against the open category post, adjusting seniority and directing State grant-in-aid, while preserving the status of the competing candidate.
Ilavarasan v. The Superintendent of Police & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that marriages solemnized under Section 7A of the Hindu Marriage Act (Tamil Nadu Amendment) are valid without public declaration, affirming the right to free choice of spouse and overruling the High Court's contrary interpretation.
M. Sivadasan v. A. Soudamini
The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal holding that under Hindu Mitakshara law and the Hindu Succession Act, female heirs without possession cannot claim absolute ownership of ancestral agricultural property, especially where adverse possession by defendants is established.
State of Punjab v. M/S. Shikha Trading Co.
The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's direction to register a criminal case against a State officer for alleged forgery, emphasizing the need for evidence and opportunity to be heard before passing adverse remarks.
Dr. Prakasan M.P. and Others v. State of Kerala and Another
The Supreme Court held that extension of retirement age is a policy decision of the State Government and refused to grant retrospective benefit to Homeopathic Medical College teachers, dismissing their appeal against exclusion from earlier Government Orders.
Rajo @ Rajwa @ Rajendra Mandal v. State of Bihar
The Supreme Court held that remission of life imprisonment must be granted based on a reasoned opinion of the presiding judge considering relevant factors and post-conviction conduct, and directed reconsideration of the petitioner’s premature release application after over 24 years of incarceration.
Central Bureau of Investigation v. Narottam Dhakad & Anr.
The Supreme Court held that charge sheets under Section 173 CrPC need not be filed in the language of the Court and translations are required only if the accused cannot understand the language, applying the test of failure of justice.
HINDUSTAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED v. NATIONAL HIGHWAYS AUTHORITY OF INDIA
The Supreme Court upheld the arbitral tribunal’s composite measurement interpretation for embankment construction, setting aside the High Court’s interference and restoring the awards in favor of the contractors.
Mukesh Singh v. The State (NCT of Delhi)
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant, ruling that refusal to participate in a Test Identification Parade does not violate Article 20(3) and that identification evidence in court, corroborated by other evidence, suffices for conviction.
Ram Manohar Singh v. State of Uttar Pradesh
The Supreme Court upheld the appellant's conviction for murder under Section 302 IPC, rejecting the applicability of Exception 4 to Section 300 IPC, based on consistent ocular and medical evidence despite non-recovery of weapon.
XXX v. Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands
The Supreme Court upheld bail granted to accused in serious criminal offences, imposing stringent conditions to ensure fair trial and prevent interference with justice.