Supreme Court of India
17,225 judgments
Amod Kumar Kanth v. Association of Victim of Uphaar Tragedy
The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against a public servant for lack of mandatory sanction under Section 197 Cr.P.C., emphasizing that prosecution without such sanction is illegal even if an offence is prima facie committed in discharge of official duties.
Amod Kumar Kanth v. Association of Victim of Uphaar Tragedy
The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against a public servant for lack of mandatory sanction under Section 197 Cr.P.C., affirming that cognizance without such sanction is illegal even in cases of serious offences.
District Bar Association Dehradun v. Ishwar Shandilya
The Supreme Court directed all High Courts to constitute Grievance Redressal Committees to address advocates' genuine grievances and prevent illegal strikes, reaffirming that advocates must not abstain from court work.
District Bar Association Dehradun v. Ishwar Shandilya
The Supreme Court directed all High Courts to constitute Grievance Redressal Committees to address advocates' genuine grievances and prevent illegal strikes and boycotts disrupting court functioning.
Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited and Another v. Adani Power (Mundra) Limited and Another
The Supreme Court held that Coal India Limited's communication permitting Inter Plant Transfer of coal constitutes a 'Change in Law' event under power purchase agreements, remitting the matter to CERC to quantify compensation.
Kashi Nath Singh @ Kallu Singh v. The State of Jharkhand
The Supreme Court modified the life sentence without remission awarded for brutal rape and murder of a minor to a fixed 30-year imprisonment term without remission, balancing reformation prospects and public interest.
Sanjay Raghunath Agarwal v. Directorate of Enforcement
The Supreme Court granted bail to the appellant accused of money laundering under PMLA, emphasizing the need to balance prolonged detention without charge-sheet and flight risk with appropriate bail conditions.
Problems and Miseries of Migrant Labourers v. Order
The Supreme Court directed States and Union Territories to expedite issuance of ration cards to migrant workers registered on the eShram portal to ensure their access to welfare benefits under the National Food Security Act.
SAP LABS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED v. INCOME TAX OFFICER, CIRCLE 6
The Supreme Court held that the High Court can examine under Section 260A IT Act whether the Tribunal followed statutory guidelines in determining arm's length price and can interfere if perversity is shown, rejecting the absolute finality of Tribunal's determination.
SAP LABS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED v. INCOME TAX OFFICER, CIRCLE 6
The Supreme Court held that the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal's determination of arm's length price is subject to judicial scrutiny under Section 260A of the Income Tax Act if perversity or non-compliance with statutory guidelines is demonstrated, and remitted the appeals for fresh consideration accordingly.
Gwalior Development Authority v. Bhanu Pratap Singh
The Supreme Court held that a registered lease deed executed pursuant to a tender conclusively settles the transaction and the High Court cannot direct execution of a lease deed for remaining land without consideration under writ jurisdiction.
Gwalior Development Authority v. Bhanu Pratap Singh
The Supreme Court held that a registered lease deed executed pursuant to a tender process attains finality and the High Court cannot direct execution of a lease for remaining land without consideration under its writ jurisdiction.
Delhi Development Authority v. Shiv Raj
The Supreme Court held that land acquisition does not lapse under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act if possession has been taken, overruling earlier contrary decisions.
Land Acquisition Collector (South) v. Hari Chand
The Supreme Court held that land acquisition does not lapse under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act if possession was taken prior to the Act's commencement, overruling Pune Municipal Corporation.
Land Acquisition Collector (South) v. Hari Chand
The Supreme Court held that land acquisition does not lapse under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act if possession was taken before the Act's commencement, overruling earlier contrary precedent.
Security Printing & Minting Corporation of India Ltd. v. Vijay D. Kasbe
The Supreme Court held that Supervisors who are government servants holding civil posts are not entitled to double overtime allowance under the Factories Act, as their service conditions are governed by statutory service rules.
Punjab and Sind Bank v. Frontline Corporation Ltd.
The Supreme Court held that civil courts lack jurisdiction under Section 34 of the SARFAESI Act to grant injunctions against secured creditors' actions unless fraud is shown, and restored the Single Judge's order permitting the bank to proceed with sale of the mortgaged property.
SUNEJA TOWERS PRIVATE LIMITED & ANR. v. ANITA MERCHANT
The Supreme Court upheld the award of compound interest at 14% by Consumer Fora as equitable compensation for prolonged illegal retention of payment by builders in real estate deficiency of service cases.
SUNEJA TOWERS PRIVATE LIMITED & ANR. v. ANITA MERCHANT
The Supreme Court upheld the award of compound interest at 14% per annum by Consumer Fora on refund of amounts paid for undelivered flats, affirming their power to grant such equitable relief in deficiency of service cases.
Narsi Creation Pvt. Ltd. v. State of Uttar Pradesh
The Supreme Court dismissed applications seeking to vacate a status quo order during ongoing arbitration, emphasizing non-interference with arbitration proceedings until a final award is passed.