Supreme Court of India
18,257 judgments
Safai Karamchari Andolan v. Union of India
The Supreme Court directed full enforcement of laws prohibiting manual scavenging and mandated rehabilitation of affected persons, emphasizing constitutional rights and ending judicial monitoring.
Mangat Ram v. State of Haryana
The Supreme Court acquitted the appellant of cruelty and abetment of suicide charges, holding that mere failure to keep wife at husband's posting and absence of dowry demand do not constitute offences under Sections 498-A and 306 IPC.
State of Jharkhand v. M/S. LA Opala R.G. Ltd
The Supreme Court held that "glassware" is not covered under the term "types of glass" in a tax exemption notification, denying the benefit of reduced interstate sales tax to the manufacturer.
Vijay Dhanuka v. Najima Mamtaj
The Supreme Court held that a Magistrate must mandatorily conduct an inquiry or direct investigation under Section 202 CrPC before issuing summons against accused residing beyond his territorial jurisdiction, and that examination under Section 200 CrPC satisfies this requirement.
Homi Rajvansh v. State of Maharashtra
The Supreme Court held that a High Court cannot quash criminal proceedings against one accused without impleading and hearing co-accused with interconnected roles, setting aside the quashing order and remitting the matter for fresh hearing.
Sundeep Kumar Bafna v. State of Maharashtra & Anr.
The Supreme Court held that an accused who surrenders before the High Court is in its custody for the purpose of seeking regular bail under Section 439 CrPC, and the High Court has jurisdiction to entertain such bail applications notwithstanding the Magistrate's role under Section 167 CrPC.
Mohd. Haroon & Ors v. Union of India & Anr
The Supreme Court monitored and directed comprehensive relief, rehabilitation, and impartial investigation measures following the 2013 Muzaffarnagar communal riots, emphasizing State accountability to protect fundamental rights and ensure justice.
Haryana State Agricultural Marketing Board v. Bishamber Dayal Goyal
The Supreme Court upheld consumer forum orders holding the Haryana State Agricultural Marketing Board liable for deficiency of service for failing to develop allotted market plots, granting proportionate relief to allottees.
Executive Director, Steel Authority of India v. Tycoon Traders
The Supreme Court held that a contract to sell iron ore fines was frustrated and unenforceable due to statutory prohibition under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, directing refund of amounts paid.
Justice Sunanda Bhandare Foundation v. U.O.I. & Anr
The Supreme Court directed immediate and effective implementation of the Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995, mandating reservation for visually disabled persons in teaching posts to uphold their constitutional rights.
Western Electricity Supply Co. of Orissa Ltd v. M/s Baba Baijanath Roller and Flour Mill P. Ltd.
The Supreme Court held that meter tampering cases fall outside Section 26(6) of the Indian Electricity Act, 1910, allowing the licensee to impose penal charges under the regulatory Code, and set aside the High Court's quashing of such charges.
Sheela Jawarlal Nagori v. Kantilal Nathmal Baldota
A landlord can maintain an eviction suit against a tenant even after an award under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894 if possession has not been taken by the acquiring authority.
Vijay Singh & Anr. v. State of Madhya Pradesh
The Supreme Court modified the appellants' murder conviction to grievous hurt under Section 326 IPC, holding that their injuries did not singly cause death.
Savita v. Bindar Singh
The Supreme Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident claim by applying principles of notional income, future prospects, and fair assessment of damages including loss of consortium and funeral expenses.
Soumik Sil v. Subhas Chandra Sil
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court’s order rejecting the plaint for non-disclosure of cause of action after deletion of a plaintiff and compliance with a prior court order.
Union of India v. Sheo Shambhu Giri
The Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of the respondent under Section 23 of the NDPS Act, holding that the offence requires proof of import, export, or transhipment connected thereto, which was absent.
Fahim Ahmad & Ors. v. United India Insurance Co. Ltd. & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that an insurance company cannot recover compensation paid from the tractor owner without proving breach of insurance policy conditions, as carrying sand for agricultural purposes does not constitute commercial use under the Motor Vehicles Act.
Jacinta De Silva v. Rosarinho Costa
The Supreme Court held that the Civil Court had jurisdiction to entertain a suit for ownership and eviction of a mundkarial house, dismissing the appeal against the High Court’s order allowing execution of the decree.
Mannalal Chamaria & Anr. v. State of West Bengal and Anr.
The Supreme Court held that a complaint under Sections 138 and 141 of the Negotiable Instruments Act must specifically allege that accused directors were responsible for the company's business, and dismissed the complaint against appellants for lack of such allegations.
Bharat Coking Coal Ltd and Ors. v. Chhota Birsa Uranw
The Supreme Court upheld the correction of an employee's date of birth based on authentic pre-employment documents over statutory service records, emphasizing adherence to prescribed procedures and timely dispute raising.