Supreme Court of India
18,257 judgments
T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad v. Union of India
The Supreme Court permitted Himachal Pradesh to proceed with forest land diversion for specified public welfare projects subject to statutory compliance and conditions, while adjourning silviculture-related relief for further examination.
T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad v. Union of India
The Supreme Court permitted Himachal Pradesh to relax restrictions on forest land diversion for public welfare projects subject to statutory compliance and prior approvals.
The International Association for Protection of Intellectual Property (India Group) v. Union of India
The Supreme Court held that the incumbent Chairperson of the Intellectual Property Appellate Board's tenure expired as per the original appointment and applicable rules, rejecting the petitioner's plea for extension, and clarified that the Board can function without the Chairperson under statutory provisions.
The International Association for Protection of Intellectual Property (India Group) v. Union of India
The Supreme Court held that the incumbent Chairperson of the Intellectual Property Appellate Board cannot continue beyond his fixed tenure ending 21.09.2019, and the Board can function without him as the Chairperson may discharge judicial or technical functions.
Franklin Templeton Trustee Services Private Limited v. Amruta Garg
The Supreme Court held that winding up of mutual fund schemes under SEBI regulations requires consent of the majority of voting unitholders, validated the e-voting process conducted, and authorized orderly winding up of six Franklin Templeton schemes.
Franklin Templeton Trustee Services Private Limited v. Amruta Garg
The Supreme Court held that winding up of mutual fund schemes under SEBI regulations requires consent of a simple majority of voting unitholders, validating the e-voting process conducted for Franklin Templeton schemes.
National Highways Authority of India v. M/s. Progressive Construction Ltd.
The Supreme Court set aside the interim order confining arbitration claims and directed fresh arbitration before a Sole Arbitrator appointed by the Court, emphasizing proper consideration of evidence and procedural compliance under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Ravinder Nath Agarwal v. Yogender Nath Agarwal & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that a partition suit relying on a Will not mandatorily requiring probate should not be transferred merely because a testamentary case is pending elsewhere, and ordered transfer of the testamentary case to Delhi to be tried with the partition suit.
Ravinder Nath Agarwal v. Yogender Nath Agarwal & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that where probate is not mandatory, a Will can be relied upon in civil suits without letters of administration, dismissed the transfer of partition suit to Uttarakhand, and ordered transfer of testamentary case to Delhi for joint trial.
State of Odisha v. Banabihari Mohapatra and Anr.
The Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of accused in a murder case due to lack of conclusive evidence and dismissed the State's delayed appeal application, reaffirming principles governing appeals against acquittals and circumstantial evidence.
State of Odisha v. Banabihari Mohapatra and Anr.
The Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of accused in a murder case due to failure of prosecution to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt and dismissed the State's delayed appeal application.
H.S. Goutham v. Rama Murthy
The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's order quashing a consent decree obtained by alleged fraud, protecting the rights of a bona fide auction purchaser and emphasizing procedural safeguards and prompt challenge requirements.
Khokan @ Khokhan Vishwas v. State of Chhattisgarh
The Supreme Court modified the appellant's conviction from murder under Section 302 IPC to culpable homicide not amounting to murder under Section 304-I IPC, holding the act occurred in a sudden quarrel without premeditation.
Chintels India Ltd. v. Bhayana Builders Pvt. Ltd.
The Supreme Court held that an order refusing to condone delay in filing an application under section 34 of the Arbitration Act, 1996 is appealable under section 37(1)(c), overruling contrary High Court decisions.
Chintels India Ltd. v. Bhayana Builders Pvt. Ltd.
The Supreme Court held that an appeal under section 37(1)(c) of the Arbitration Act, 1996 is maintainable against an order refusing to condone delay in filing an application under section 34 to set aside an arbitral award.
Pravat Chandra Mohanty v. State of Odisha
The Supreme Court upheld conviction for custodial assault causing death, refused compounding of offence under Section 324 IPC, but reduced sentence considering compensation and appellants' age.
Pravat Chandra Mohanty v. State of Odisha
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of police officers for causing grievous injuries leading to death in custody under Section 324 IPC, refused compounding of the offence, but reduced their sentence considering their age and compensation paid.
Vikash Kumar v. Union Public Service Commission
The Supreme Court held that persons with disabilities, including those without benchmark disability, are entitled to reasonable accommodation such as scribes in competitive examinations under the RPwD Act, 2016, invalidating restrictive UPSC rules.
Vikash Kumar v. Union Public Service Commission
The Supreme Court held that persons with disabilities, including those without benchmark disability, are entitled to reasonable accommodations such as scribes in competitive exams under the RPwD Act, 2016, ensuring equality and non-discrimination.
Upendra Choudhury v. Bulandshahar Development Authority & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that petitions under Article 32 seeking judicial supervision or cancellation of real estate projects are not maintainable when statutory remedies exist, and dismissed the petition accordingly.