Supreme Court of India
14,826 judgments
Mangalam Homes & Resorts Pvt. Ltd. v. Joy Kaliyavumkal
The Supreme Court set aside an ex parte consumer dispute award due to failure to issue fresh notice after a party's request for hearing venue change, remanding the matter for fresh hearing on merits.
Municipal Council Bawal v. Babu Lal
The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal upholding the validity of the court-appointed Local Commissioner's demarcation report and concurrent findings that the Municipal Council encroached upon plaintiffs' land without lawful acquisition.
Kerala State Coastal Management Authority v. DLF Universal Limited
The Supreme Court upheld the validity of post-construction integrated environmental clearance and sustained a fine for procedural lapses, setting aside demolition orders against a coastal housing project amid contradictory regulatory actions.
Kerala State Coastal Management Authority v. DLF Universal Limited
The Supreme Court allowed the appeal of DLF Universal Limited, setting aside demolition orders for alleged CRZ violations due to procedural lapses, upholding a fine for lack of prior clearance, and emphasizing prompt, consistent action by environmental authorities.
UPENDRA SHARMA v. STATE OF BIHAR & ANR
The Supreme Court set aside non-bailable warrants issued by the High Court in a bail cancellation application, emphasizing procedural fairness and allowing the appellant to contest the application on merits.
UPENDRA SHARMA v. STATE OF BIHAR & ANR
The Supreme Court held that non-bailable warrants cannot be issued against a bail grantee on a bail cancellation application without following due procedure and allowed the appeal setting aside such warrants.
Ravishankar @ Baba Vishwakarma v. The State of Madhya Pradesh
The Supreme Court upheld the appellant's conviction for kidnapping, rape, and murder of a minor but commuted the death sentence to life imprisonment without remission, applying the 'rarest of rare' doctrine and recognizing residual doubt as a mitigating factor.
Ravishankar @ Baba Vishwakarma v. State of Madhya Pradesh
The Supreme Court upheld the appellant's conviction for kidnapping, rape, and murder of a minor but commuted the death sentence to life imprisonment without remission, applying the 'rarest of rare' doctrine and recognizing residual doubt as a mitigating factor.
Shyam Narayan Chouksey v. Union of India
The Supreme Court held that respect for the National Anthem is a constitutional duty but regulation of its playing, including in cinema halls, is an executive function, making prior mandatory orders directory pending government recommendations.
THE STATE OF UP v. ISRAR AHMAD
The Supreme Court vacated the High Court's order granting 12% interest on revised pay-scale arrears, allowing payment of arrears without interest and condoning delay in substitution of parties.
Nagaiah and another v. Chowdamma By Lrs
The Supreme Court held that a next friend, even if not a court-appointed guardian, can institute a suit on behalf of a minor under Order XXXII CPC, especially when the natural guardian has an adverse interest, and remitted the case for fresh merits consideration.
Union Territory Chandigarh Administration v. Pradeep Kumar
The Supreme Court upheld the Screening Committee's rejection of candidates acquitted on benefit of doubt for police recruitment, emphasizing that only honourable acquittal ensures suitability for disciplined forces.
Union Territory Chandigarh Administration v. Pradeep Kumar
The Supreme Court upheld the Screening Committee's decision to cancel candidature of acquitted candidates for police posts, holding that only honourable acquittal entitles appointment and courts should not substitute the Committee's suitability assessment.
Union Territory Chandigarh Administration v. Pradeep Kumar
The Supreme Court upheld the Screening Committee's decision to cancel candidature of acquitted candidates for police posts, holding that acquittal does not guarantee appointment without assessment of suitability and integrity.
Union Territory, Chandigarh Administration v. Pradeep Kumar and Another
The Supreme Court upheld the Screening Committee's decision to cancel candidature of acquitted candidates for police posts, holding that only honourable acquittal ensures suitability and courts should not substitute the Committee's assessment.
State of Himachal Pradesh v. Raj Kumar
The Supreme Court restored the conviction and life sentence of the accused for murder, holding that the circumstantial evidence formed a complete chain and the High Court erred in acquitting him.
M/S. INOX WIND LTD. v. M/S THERMOCABLES LTD.
The Supreme Court held that a general reference to standard terms in a purchase order suffices to incorporate an arbitration clause therein, allowing appointment of an arbitrator and setting aside the High Court's dismissal.
M/S. INOX WIND LTD. v. M/S THERMOCABLES LTD.
The Supreme Court held that a general reference to standard terms and conditions in a purchase order suffices to incorporate the arbitration clause therein, allowing appointment of an arbitrator under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Dineshbhai Chandubhai Patel v. State of Gujarat
The Supreme Court held that an FIR disclosing prima facie cognizable offences cannot be partially quashed and must be investigated fully, limiting the High Court's inherent jurisdiction under Section 482 CrPC.
Dineshbhai Chandubhai Patel v. State of Gujarat
The Supreme Court held that an FIR disclosing prima facie cognizable offences cannot be partially quashed by the High Court under Section 482 CrPC and must be investigated fully.