Supreme Court of India
16,355 judgments
Neeraj Dutta v. State (Govt. of N.C.T. of Delhi)
The Supreme Court referred to a Constitution Bench the question whether, in absence of direct evidence from the complainant, guilt under Sections 7 and 13(1)(d) of the Prevention of Corruption Act can be inferred from other evidence, emphasizing that proof of demand is essential and mere recovery of tainted notes is insufficient.
Neeraj Dutta v. State (Govt. of N.C.T. of Delhi)
The Supreme Court referred to a Constitution Bench the question whether, in absence of direct evidence from the complainant, demand of illegal gratification can be proved by inferential or circumstantial evidence under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.
Yogesh Nagraoji Ugale v. State of Maharashtra
The Supreme Court allowed the appellant's appeal directing consideration for compassionate appointment despite a government ban, emphasizing the applicant's qualifications, vacancies, and policy relaxations.
Yogesh Nagraoji Ugale v. State of Maharashtra
The Supreme Court allowed compassionate appointment to the appellant, holding that receipt of monetary benefits does not bar appointment if the candidate is qualified and vacancies exist, directing authorities to consider the application in light of government policies.
Vinayak House Building Cooperative Society Ltd. v. State of Karnataka
The Supreme Court held that the State Government's arbitrary de-notification of land acquired for public housing layout without hearing the beneficiary society was invalid, emphasizing strict adherence to planned urban development and lawful exercise of withdrawal powers under Section 48 of the Land Acquisition Act.
Vinayak House Building Cooperative Society Ltd. v. State of Karnataka
The Supreme Court held that the State Government's arbitrary de-notification of land acquired for a planned housing layout under Section 48 of the Land Acquisition Act was unlawful, emphasizing the primacy of public interest and planned urban development over private claims.
UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION v. SHRISTI SINGH
The Supreme Court upheld UPSC's rejection of a candidate's application for Drug Inspector post due to non-fulfillment of prescribed experience criteria, setting aside Tribunal and High Court orders in her favor.
Union Public Service Commission v. Shristi Singh
The Supreme Court upheld UPSC's rejection of a candidate's application for Drug Inspector post due to non-fulfillment of prescribed experience criteria, setting aside lower courts' orders.
Samsul Haque v. State of Assam
The Supreme Court acquitted accused Nos. 2, 3, and 9 due to failure of prosecution to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt and improper compliance with Section 313 Cr.P.C., emphasizing the necessity of fair trial and cautious evaluation of evidence.
Samsul Haque v. State of Assam
The Supreme Court acquitted accused Nos. 9, 2, and 3 due to insufficient evidence and procedural lapses under Section 313 Cr.P.C., emphasizing the necessity of fair trial and proper examination of accused.
Seenivasan v. The State by Inspector of Police & Anr.
The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against an accused lacking specific allegations and residence connection, holding such prosecution an abuse of process under Section 482 CrPC.
Seenivasan v. The State by Inspector of Police & Anr.
The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against an accused lacking specific allegations and residence in the complainant's family, holding such continuation an abuse of process under Section 482 Cr.P.C.
Shiv Kumar Jatia v. State of NCT of Delhi
The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against the Managing Director of a hotel company for lack of specific allegations of active role and criminal intent, clarifying principles of corporate criminal liability and vicarious liability under IPC.
National Aluminium Company Limited v. Subhash Infra Engineers Pvt. Ltd.
The Supreme Court held that disputes under a valid arbitration agreement must be resolved by arbitration and objections to the arbitration agreement's validity cannot be challenged by civil suit but only before the arbitrator under Section 16 of the Arbitration Act.
Union of India v. Brig. Devinder Singh
The Supreme Court held that confidential military reports prepared for strategic purposes are not subject to judicial review or correction by courts, and set aside the Tribunal's direction to alter such reports.
Union of India v. Brig. Devinder Singh
The Supreme Court held that confidential military operational reports prepared for strategic purposes are not subject to judicial review or correction by courts or tribunals.
Air India Express Ltd. v. Gurdarshan Kaur Sandhu
The Supreme Court held that a pilot's resignation, once accepted and a replacement trained in accordance with the Civil Aviation Requirement, cannot be withdrawn before becoming effective, prioritizing public interest over the general right to withdraw resignation.
Air India Express Ltd. and Others v. Capt. Gurdarshan Kaur Sandhu
The Supreme Court held that a pilot cannot withdraw a resignation after acceptance and after the employer has acted upon it in accordance with the Civil Aviation Requirement mandating a six-month notice period to protect public interest.
The State of Maharashtra v. Maharashtra Hybrid Seeds Co. Pvt. Ltd.
The Supreme Court held that seed storage and sale require valid licences, packaging and labelling are not processing, and Seed Inspectors have power to seal premises in exceptional cases, setting aside the High Court's order desealing the respondent's godown.
The State of Maharashtra v. Maharashtra Hybrid Seeds Co. Pvt. Ltd.
The Supreme Court held that seed dealers require valid licences for storage and sale including packaging activities, and Seed Inspectors have the power to seal premises under the Seeds Act, 1966 with due procedural safeguards.