Supreme Court of India
15,089 judgments
Tanuku Taluk Village Officers’ Association v. Tanuku Municipality
The Supreme Court allowed the appeal and remanded the case for fresh disposal, holding that second appeals must be decided only on properly framed substantial questions of law under Section 100 CPC.
Tanuku Taluk Village Officers’ Association v. Tanuku Municipality
The Supreme Court allowed the appeal and remanded the case for fresh disposal, holding that a second appeal must be decided on the substantial questions of law properly framed and not dismissed on unrelated grounds.
Union of India & Ors. v. Ex. No.6492086A Sep/Ash Kulbeer Singh
The Supreme Court upheld dismissal of an army sepoy for 302 days unauthorized absence, rejecting the Armed Forces Tribunal's order to modulate punishment and grant pension benefits.
Union of India & Ors. v. Ex. No.6492086A Sep/Ash Kulbeer Singh
The Supreme Court upheld dismissal from service for 302 days unauthorized absence by an Army Sepoy, rejecting the Armed Forces Tribunal's order mitigating the punishment.
Savitaben v. State of Gujarat
The Supreme Court acquitted Savitaben of murder charges due to lack of corroborative evidence and absence of her name in the earliest dying declaration, granting her benefit of doubt.
Savitaben v. State of Gujarat
The Supreme Court acquitted Savitaben of murder charges due to lack of corroboration and absence of her name in the earliest dying declaration, granting her benefit of doubt.
M/S ICOMM TELE LTD. v. PUNJAB STATE WATER SUPPLY & SEWERAGE BOARD
The Supreme Court struck down a contractual clause requiring a 10% deposit before invoking arbitration as arbitrary and violative of Article 14, emphasizing that such financial barriers hinder arbitration as an effective alternative dispute resolution mechanism.
M/S ICOMM TELE LTD. v. PUNJAB STATE WATER SUPPLY & SEWERAGE BOARD
The Supreme Court struck down a contractual clause requiring a 10% deposit before arbitration as arbitrary and violative of Article 14, emphasizing that such financial barriers impede the arbitration process.
Bhagyan Das v. State of Uttarakhand
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction under Section 420 IPC but modified the sentence considering the appellant's age and delay in complaint, while affirming the High Court's refusal to allow compounding due to the offence's societal impact.
The Electronic Corporation of India Limited v. M. Shivani
The Supreme Court held that employees engaged through outsourcing agencies are not entitled to age relaxation benefits meant for directly employed contract workers and dismissed the respondents' belated challenge to recruitment eligibility.
The Electronic Corporation of India Limited v. M. Shivani
The Supreme Court held that employees engaged through outsourcing agencies are not entitled to age relaxation benefits meant for directly employed contract workers and dismissed the respondents' belated challenge to the recruitment notification.
BHARAT SANCHAR NIGAM LTD. v. MANILAL AMBALAL PATEL
The Supreme Court held that interest on delayed Commuted Value of Pension is payable only if a timely application under Rule 13(3) is made before retirement and set aside the order directing interest from the date of retirement where no such application was made.
BHARAT SANCHAR NIGAM LTD. v. MANILAL AMBALAL PATEL
The Supreme Court held that interest on delayed Commuted Value of Pension is payable only if a timely application under Rule 13(3) is made before retirement and set aside the Tribunal's order directing interest from the date of retirement where provisional pension was granted and no pending proceedings existed.
Rakesh & Ors. v. Board of Revenue U.P. & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that Bhumidhari rights vest retrospectively from the date of deposit under the 1950 Act and that the 1977 Ordinance abated pending proceedings, allowing the sale deed for Plot No. 521 but dismissing claims for Plots 243 and 503.
JAI BALAJI INDUSTRIES LIMITED v. STATE BANK OF INDIA
The Supreme Court set aside the NCLAT order for non-compliance with procedural rules on service of notice, holding that the appellant's right to be heard was violated, and remanded the matter for fresh hearing.
JAI BALAJI INDUSTRIES LIMITED v. STATE BANK OF INDIA & ORS.
The Supreme Court set aside the NCLAT order for non-compliance with mandatory notice requirements, emphasizing the appellant's right to be heard and remanded the matter for fresh hearing.
Shoda Devi v. DDU/Ripon Hospital Shimla
The Supreme Court enhanced compensation for medical negligence causing amputation, emphasizing just relief considering the victim's suffering and socio-economic background.
Sukumaran v. State Rep. by the Inspector of Police
The Supreme Court acquitted a forest officer charged with murder, holding that he lawfully exercised his right of private defence amid hostile witnesses and insufficient prosecution evidence.
Sudha Gupta v. DLF Ltd.
The Supreme Court held forfeiture of earnest money unlawful due to non-production of installment schedule and directed refund with compensation, while dismissing the claim for possession and specific performance under the Competition Act.
Sudha Gupta v. DLF Ltd.
The Supreme Court dismissed the appellant's claim for specific performance under the MRTP Act, held forfeiture of earnest money unjustified, and directed the respondent to pay Rs. 30 lakhs with interest, emphasizing the limits of tribunal powers and fairness in forfeiture.