Supreme Court of India
8,182 judgments
Dharmendra Sharma v. M. Arunmozhi & Anr.
The Supreme Court directed the State of Uttar Pradesh to refund the value of non-judicial stamp papers to the petitioner, closing contempt proceedings against the Agra Development Authority for partial compliance with earlier refund orders.
Panganti Vijaya v. United India Insurance Company Ltd.
The Supreme Court restored a compensation award under the Workmen’s Compensation Act, holding that the deceased was employed at the time of the fatal accident and rejecting the High Court’s erroneous interference.
Nirbhay Singh Suliya v. State of Madhya Pradesh
The Supreme Court held that mere erroneous bail orders without evidence of corrupt motive or mala fide conduct do not justify removal of a judicial officer, setting aside the appellant's removal and emphasizing protection of judicial independence.
Anjani Singh v. State of Uttar Pradesh
The Supreme Court acquitted the appellant due to unreliable sole eyewitness testimony and contradictory forensic evidence, emphasizing the necessity of proof beyond reasonable doubt.
State of U.P. & Anr v. Mohd Arshad Khan & Anr
The Supreme Court set aside High Court orders granting protection from arrest and imposing time-bound investigation, reaffirming that such directions must be justified by facts and comply with binding precedents like Neeharika Infrastructure.
Bhika Ram v. State of Rajasthan
The Supreme Court held that naming Revenue Villages after individuals violates a binding State Government policy circular, rendering the notification invalid and quashing the Division Bench's order that had set aside the Single Judge's quashing of the notification.
Rajasthan High Court & Anr. v. Rajat Yadav & Ors.
Reserved category candidates scoring above the general category cut-off must be considered in the general category at all recruitment stages, ensuring equality of merit and invalidating exclusive category-wise shortlisting.
Belide Swagath Kumar v. State of Telangana & Another
The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings under Section 498A IPC and Dowry Prohibition Act due to vague, unsubstantiated allegations amounting to abuse of process in a matrimonial dispute.
Tarachandra v. Bhawarlal & Anr.
The Supreme Court held that mutation of land records can be allowed on the basis of a registered will under the Madhya Pradesh Land Revenue Code, 1959, and set aside the High Court's order interfering with mutation granted by revenue authorities.
Dr. Amit Arya v. Kamlesh Kumari
The Supreme Court held that delay in filing execution beyond the prescribed period does not automatically rescind a contract if the decree-holder remains ready and willing, and restored the execution of specific performance decree.
Mahesh Kumar Agarwal v. Union of India & Anr.
The Supreme Court held that judicial permissions allowing passport renewal with conditions lift the statutory bar under Section 6(2)(f) of the Passports Act, directing renewal of the appellant’s passport despite pending criminal proceedings.
M/S SRI OM SALES v. ABHAY KUMAR @ ABHAY PATEL
The Supreme Court held that a High Court cannot quash a complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act at the pre-trial stage by inquiring into disputed facts about issuance of the cheque, as the presumption under Section 139 can only be rebutted at trial.
Patchaiperumal @ Patchikutti & Anr. v. State Rep. by Inspector of Police & Anr.
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's reversal of acquittal and conviction of appellants for premeditated murder based on credible eyewitness, medical, and circumstantial evidence despite minor contradictions.
Union of India v. Pranab Kumar Nath
The Supreme Court held that dismissal from CISF service for contracting a second marriage while the first subsisted is justified under Rule 18(b), and the High Court erred in reducing the punishment by reappreciating evidence beyond its judicial review scope.
K.P. Kirankumar @ Kiran v. State by Peenya Police
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of appellants for child trafficking and sexual exploitation based on credible minor victim testimony and lawful search, emphasizing judicial sensitivity in such cases.
Lakshmanan v. State
The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's grant of bail and joint trial direction in serious caste-based offences, emphasizing mandatory victim hearing under Section 15A(5) SC/ST Act and strict scrutiny of bail in cases involving witness intimidation and prior bail misuse.
M.K. Ranjitsinh v. Union of India
The Supreme Court balanced conservation of the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard with renewable energy development by modifying prior restrictions, endorsing expert committee recommendations for nuanced mitigation measures, and affirming environmental responsibility under CSR.
Kousik Pal v. B.M. Birla Heart Research Centre
The Supreme Court held that the West Bengal Clinical Establishments Regulatory Commission has jurisdiction to adjudicate deficiency in patient care service including qualifications of medical personnel and award compensation, distinct from the State Medical Council's exclusive domain over medical negligence.
Sharp Business System v. Commissioner of Income Tax-III N.D.
The Supreme Court held that non-compete fees are capital expenditure but do not qualify as intangible assets eligible for depreciation under Section 32(1)(ii) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
Kankana Patel v. State of Gujarat
The Supreme Court held that permitting examination of a minor child witness at an advanced trial stage without substantiated presence at the incident and after long delay is not essential for justice and set aside the High Court's order allowing such examination.