Supreme Court of India
15,092 judgments
Shamsher Singh Sandhu v. Union of India
The Supreme Court directed computation of retiral benefits for an officer who retired as IG under interim orders despite adverse medical categorization, while rejecting further promotion claims.
Om Pal Singh v. Disciplinary Proceedings
The Supreme Court held that an employee dismissed for proven charges and reinstated with reduced punishment is not entitled to pension benefits for the suspension period absent acquittal.
Om Pal Singh v. Disciplinary Authority & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that an employee found guilty of misconduct and whose dismissal is reduced to a lesser penalty is not entitled to salary during suspension, affirming the 'no work no pay' principle.
Om Pal Singh v. Disciplinary Authority
The Supreme Court held that an employee reinstated with reduced punishment is not entitled to pension benefits for the suspension period unless expressly granted by the disciplinary authority.
Om Pal Singh v. Disciplinary Authority & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that an employee whose dismissal is reduced to a lesser penalty but whose misconduct is proved is not entitled to salary for the suspension period under the 'no work no pay' principle.
Padum Kumar v. State of Uttar Pradesh
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction for forgery based on corroborated handwriting expert opinion and direct evidence, while reducing the sentence to the period already served.
Padum Kumar v. State of Uttar Pradesh
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction for forgery under Sections 467 and 468 IPC based on corroborated handwriting expert opinion and direct evidence, while reducing the sentence to the period already served.
M.C. Mehta v. Union of India & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that the right to life includes a clean environment and directed States and authorities to take immediate, accountable measures to prevent pollution, support farmers, and compensate affected citizens.
M.C. Mehta v. Union of India
The Supreme Court held that the right to life under Article 21 includes the right to a clean environment, directing States to prevent pollution through strict enforcement, financial incentives to farmers, and comprehensive pollution control measures, while holding authorities accountable for violations.
National Insurance Company Limited v. Birender
The Supreme Court held that major, married, and earning legal representatives can claim full compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act, with appropriate deductions for statutory financial assistance only if actually received, and recalculated the compensation accordingly.
National Insurance Company Limited v. Birender
The Supreme Court held that major married and earning sons are entitled to claim full compensation as legal representatives under the Motor Vehicles Act, with appropriate deductions only for actual financial assistance received under government rules, and recalculated compensation accordingly.
RIGHTS & ORS. v. DR. RAJESH KUMAR & ORS.
The Supreme Court held that the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights was entitled to inquire into the child trafficking matter as the State Commission had not commenced inquiry before it, emphasizing cooperation between commissions and directing police cooperation.
National Commission for Protection of Child Rights v. Dr. Rajesh Kumar
The Supreme Court held that the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights was entitled to inquire into child trafficking allegations as the State Commission had not commenced an effective inquiry, emphasizing cooperation between Commissions and directing State authorities to furnish information.
പത നീൽ വാദ്തികാരൾ v. ബത നീവ്തിയുി പറുള്ളവരുി
The court held that a partition suit is mandatory before a co-owner can claim exclusive possession or title over joint property, dismissing claims based solely on possession and registered sale deeds.
K. Lubna & Ors. v. Beevi & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that subletting any portion of a single tenanted building without consent entitles eviction of the entire premises under Section 11(4)(i) of the Kerala Buildings (Lease and Rent Control) Act, 1965, allowing the landlord's appeal.
പത നീൽ വാദ്തികാരൾ v. ബത നീവ്തിയുി പറുള്ളവരുി
The court held that possession rights under tenancy laws require filing a suit and procedural compliance, dismissing the appellant's claim for lack of adherence to statutory requirements.
K. Lubna & Ors. v. Beevi & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that subletting any portion of a single tenancy premises without consent entitles eviction of the entire premises under Section 11(4)(i) of the Kerala Buildings (Lease and Rent Control) Act, 1965.
State of Odisha v. Ganesh Chandra Sahoo
The Supreme Court upheld the discharge of a government servant for prolonged unauthorized absence without credible medical proof, rejecting the High Court's substitution of penalty based on a belated medical certificate.
ANURADHA BHASIN v. UNION OF INDIA
The Supreme Court held that freedom of speech and trade through the internet are fundamental rights under Article 19, and imposed restrictions must be lawful, reasonable, proportionate, and transparent, directing restoration of communication services in Jammu and Kashmir.
Kapico Kerala Resorts Pvt. Ltd v. State of Kerala
The Supreme Court upheld the Kerala High Court's prohibition on resort construction in Nediyathuruthu island under CRZ regulations, affirming environmental protections and rejecting the appellant's challenges.