Supreme Court of India
8,182 judgments
Ashok Singh v. State of Uttar Pradesh & Anr.
The Supreme Court restored the conviction under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, emphasizing the statutory presumption of debt and modifying the sentence to impose only a fine considering the accused’s age.
M/S FERRO CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION (INDIA) PVT. LTD. v. THE STATE OF RAJASTHAN
The Supreme Court held that a contractual clause barring interest on payments does not expressly bar an arbitrator from awarding pendente lite interest under the Arbitration Act, 1940, allowing interest at 9% from the date of reference to the award.
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited v. P. Soundarya
The Supreme Court held that BPCL was justified in rejecting the respondent's reclassification request and that courts must exercise restraint in interfering with contractual selection processes absent arbitrariness or fundamental rights violations.
JOMON K.K. v. SHAJIMON P. & ORS.
The Supreme Court held that possession of a current Lascar's licence is an essential statutory qualification for appointment as Boat Lascar, and candidates holding higher licences without the required current Lascar's licence are ineligible, dismissing the appellant's appeal against cancellation of his appointment.
Naresh Kumar Sinha v. State of Bihar & Ors.
The Supreme Court quashed the termination of a government employee based on unsubstantiated fraud allegations, emphasizing the need for due process and proof before depriving service rights.
Shri Masaidevi Vividh Karyakari Sahakari Seva Sanstha Maryadit Warewadi v. The State of Maharashtra & Ors.
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision setting aside the State's order allowing registration of a cooperative society that failed mandatory financial viability criteria under the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act.
Uma Devi v. Anand Kumar
The Supreme Court held that a partition suit filed after 55 years, despite registered sale deeds and prior oral partition, is barred by limitation and can be dismissed under Order 7 Rule 11 CPC for lack of cause of action.
Telangana State Southern Power Distribution Company Ltd. v. Ch. Bhaskara Chary
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's direction to consider the respondent's appointment on par with other candidates of lower seniority appointed earlier, rejecting the appellant's challenge to the seniority list and emphasizing consistent application of judicial directions.
SH. DAYANANDA SARASWATI SWAMIJI v. THE STATE OF TAMIL NADU
The Supreme Court dismissed petitions challenging State Hindu Religious Endowments Acts under Article 32, directing petitioners to approach respective State High Courts for adjudication.
Kishore Chhabra v. State of Haryana & Ors.
The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal seeking release of land from acquisition due to absence of valid CLU and possession by the government, directing compensation under the 2013 Act.
Satbir Singh v. Rajesh Kumar and Others
The Supreme Court restored the Sessions Judge's order summoning additional accused under Section 319 CrPC, holding that the power must be exercised on a satisfaction more than prima facie but less than proof beyond reasonable doubt, considering all evidence including statements during trial.
Amresh Shrivastava v. State of Madhya Pradesh & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that disciplinary proceedings against a quasi-judicial officer cannot be initiated for mere erroneous orders passed in good faith and quashed chargesheet issued after an unexplained 14-year delay.
Rakesh Bhanot v. M/s Gurdas Agro Pvt. Ltd.
The Supreme Court held that the moratorium under Section 96 IBC does not stay criminal proceedings under Section 138/141 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, and such prosecutions must continue notwithstanding insolvency proceedings.
I.K. MERCHANTS PVT. LTD. v. STATE OF RAJASTHAN
The Supreme Court held that the transfer of shares to the State was a commercial transaction entitling the appellants to interest at a rate higher than 6% per annum under Section 34 CPC, and remanded the matter for determination of an appropriate interest rate reflecting fairness and the time value of money.
Zulfiquar Haider & Anr v. State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors
The Supreme Court held that demolition of residential structures without proper service of notice and opportunity to appeal violates Article 21 and set aside the demolition orders, directing adherence to due process and awarding costs.
All India Shri Shivaji Memorial Society (AISSMS) v. State of Maharashtra
The Supreme Court held that teachers appointed after 15.03.2000 without mandatory Ph.D. qualifications and who failed to acquire it within seven years are not entitled to higher pay scales or redesignation under AICTE regulations and the 6th Pay Commission.
M/S FAIME MAKERS PVT. LTD. v. DISTRICT DEPUTY REGISTRAR
The Supreme Court held that a quasi-judicial authority cannot entertain a second application contrary to its earlier order directing resolution of legal complications, applying the principle of res judicata to quash the unilateral assignment of leasehold rights granted without jurisdiction.
Ramayana Ispat Pvt. Ltd. and Anr. v. State of Rajasthan & Ors.
The Supreme Court upheld the validity of RERC's 2016 open access regulations, affirming its jurisdiction over intra-state open access and the reasonableness of scheduling and penalty provisions to ensure grid stability.
GASTRADE INTERNATIONAL v. COMMISSIONER OF CUSTOMS, KANDLA
The Supreme Court upheld the classification of imported goods as High Speed Diesel based on partial but conclusive laboratory tests and expert evidence, affirming the Customs Department's confiscation and penalties.
The State of Jharkhand & Ors. v. Rukma Kesh Mishra
The Supreme Court held that absence of separate approval of the charge-sheet by the Chief Minister does not invalidate disciplinary dismissal if the proposal including the draft charge-sheet was approved, and quashed High Court orders reinstating the dismissed officer.