Supreme Court of India
16,355 judgments
Rahul Gupta v. State of Rajasthan
The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's non-speaking bail order in a murder case, directing fresh consideration of bail applications with due regard to investigation material and seriousness of offences.
Rahul Gupta v. State of Rajasthan
The Supreme Court set aside the High Court’s non-speaking bail order in a murder case, directing fresh consideration of bail applications with proper evaluation of investigation material and offence gravity.
HEINZ INDIA LIMITED v. THE STATE OF KERALA
The Supreme Court held that Nycil Prickly Heat Powder is a medicated talcum powder classified as a cosmetic under state sales tax laws, dismissing appeals challenging its classification as a medicine.
Atulbhai Vithalbhai Bhanderi v. State of Gujarat
The Supreme Court upheld bail denial for one accused involved in organised crime due to prima facie evidence and prior cases, while granting bail to another accused with limited prior involvement, emphasizing judicial discretion and conditions to prevent witness tampering.
Dinesh Kumar v. The State of Haryana
The Supreme Court allowed the appeal and acquitted the appellant, holding that the prosecution failed to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt in a circumstantial evidence case with unexplained forensic anomalies and weak last seen evidence.
Dinesh Kumar v. The State of Haryana
The Supreme Court set aside the conviction based on weak circumstantial evidence, emphasizing the prosecution's duty to establish a complete chain of evidence and the trial court's active role in clarifying crucial facts.
Delhi Development Authority v. Narendra Kumar Jain
The Supreme Court held that subsequent purchasers have no locus to challenge land acquisition or claim deemed lapse under the 2013 Land Acquisition Act, setting aside the High Court's contrary decision.
Kailash Vijayvargiya v. Rajlakshmi Chaudhuri
The Supreme Court held that at the Section 156(3) Cr.P.C. stage, the Magistrate cannot verify the truth of allegations and must direct FIR registration if a cognizable offence is prima facie disclosed, dismissing the appeal against the High Court’s order quashing the Magistrate’s dismissal.
Kailash Vijayvargiya v. Rajlakshmi Chaudhuri
The Supreme Court held that at the Section 156(3) Cr.P.C. stage, the Magistrate cannot verify the truth of allegations and must direct FIR registration if a cognizable offence is prima facie disclosed, dismissing the appeal against the High Court order directing investigation into rape allegations.
M/S VISTRA ITCL (INDIA) LTD & ORS. v. MR. DINKAR VENKATASUBRAMANIAN & ANR.
The Supreme Court held that a secured creditor holding pledged shares without direct financial debt is not a financial creditor under the IBC but is entitled to rights under Sections 52 and 53, and a resolution plan cannot extinguish such rights.
M/S TRIMURTHI FRAGRANCES (P) LTD. v. GOVT.OF N.C.T OF DELHI
The Supreme Court upheld state sales tax on pan masala and gutkha, ruling that these products are distinct from tobacco under central excise laws and validly taxable by states despite prior exemptions.
Commissioner of Income Tax v. Glowshine Builders & Developers Pvt. Ltd.
The Supreme Court remanded the tax appeal for fresh consideration on whether the sale of development rights constituted capital asset transfer or stock-in-trade, emphasizing comprehensive factual analysis beyond mere accounting entries.
Commissioner of Income Tax v. Glowshine Builders & Developers Pvt. Ltd.
The Supreme Court remanded the tax appeal for fresh consideration on whether the sale of development rights was business income or capital gains, emphasizing the need to examine all relevant factors and accounting treatment.
Official Liquidator v. Ujjain Nagar Palika Nigam
The Supreme Court held that the Official Liquidator is liable to pay post-liquidation municipal taxes incurred before confirmation of sale of company assets, absent clear notice transferring such liability to the purchaser.
Yamal Manojbhai v. Union of India
The Supreme Court resolved conflicting High Court judgments to hold that accused caught smuggling goods within the customs area are entitled to seek settlement under Section 127B of the Customs Act, and upheld the maintainability of the writ petition under Article 32 to protect fundamental rights.
Nagarathinam v. State through the Inspector of Police
The Supreme Court upheld the murder conviction but allowed the appellant's premature release, rejecting the State's denial as unjustified given her mental state and long incarceration.
Government of Tamil Nadu & Others v. R. Thamraiselevam
The Supreme Court upheld the quashing of Tamil Nadu Government Orders constituting Anti Land Grabbing Special Cells due to absence of statutory definitions and guidelines, emphasizing the need for clear legislation to prevent arbitrary police action.
Government of Tamil Nadu v. R. Thamraiselevam
The Supreme Court upheld the quashing of Tamil Nadu Government Orders constituting Anti Land Grabbing Special Cells due to absence of statutory definitions and guidelines, emphasizing the need for clear legislation to prevent arbitrary police powers.
Delhi Development Authority v. Narendra Kumar Jain
The Supreme Court held that subsequent purchasers have no locus to challenge land acquisition or claim deemed lapse under the 2013 Land Acquisition Act, setting aside the High Court's contrary decision.
Damodhar Narayan Sawale v. Shri Tejrao Bajirao Mhaske & Ors
The Supreme Court held that a duly registered sale deed carries a presumption of valid ownership transfer which cannot be negated without clear evidence, and that civil courts lack jurisdiction to decide issues under the Fragmentation Act without referring to the competent authority, thereby restoring possession decree in favor of the plaintiff.