Supreme Court of India
8,182 judgments
The Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai v. Century Textiles and Industries Limited
The Supreme Court held that the Municipal Corporation was not obligated to convey leasehold land after expiry under the 1925 Act and dismissed the writ petition filed after 61 years as barred by delay and laches.
M/S VIDYAWATI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY v. UNION OF INDIA
The Supreme Court held that a party waives jurisdictional objections if not raised before submission of the statement of defence, validating the sole arbitrator's appointment and restoring the arbitration petition for merits.
Harshbir Singh Pannu and Anr. v. Jaswinder Singh
The Supreme Court held that termination of arbitral proceedings under Section 38 for non-payment of fees is distinct from termination of arbitrator's mandate and does not warrant fresh arbitrator appointment under Section 11, dismissing the appeal.
Shri Jain Shwetamber Shri Sangh v. State of Rajasthan
The Supreme Court upheld a mediated compromise agreement in a civil dispute, incorporated it into the decree, and quashed pending litigation between the parties under Article 142 of the Constitution.
Bharat Aambale v. State of Chhattisgarh
The Supreme Court held that strict compliance with Section 52A of the NDPS Act regarding seizure, sampling, and magistrate certification is mandatory, and non-compliance vitiates the trial and conviction under the Act.
Atul Tiwari v. Regional Manager, Oriental Insurance Company Limited
The Supreme Court enhanced compensation to a motor accident victim with permanent disability, reaffirming the multiplier method and emphasizing just awards under all heads including future medical and attendant expenses.
P. DINESHAN & ORS v. STATE OF KERALA
The Supreme Court upheld convictions under Sections 302 read with 149 IPC and Explosive Substances Act, ruling that minor contradictions and defective investigation do not vitiate reliable eyewitness and medical evidence.
Jit Vinayak Arolkar v. State of Goa & Ors.
The Supreme Court quashed an FIR for cheating under Section 420 IPC where the dispute was civil in nature and the complaint was filed mala fide by a co-owner after pending civil suits.
Frank Vitus v. Narcotics Control Bureau
The Supreme Court held that Foreign Registration Officers need not be impleaded in bail applications filed by foreigners but must be informed of bail grants to enable enforcement of regulatory restrictions.
Namami Gange and Rural Water Supply Department v. Om Prakash Singh and Others
The Supreme Court dismissed the petition challenging pay revision orders against the bifurcated Rural Water Supply Department, affirming binding compliance with earlier directions and warning against willful disobedience.
KRISHNA DEVI @ SABITRI DEVI v. UNION OF INDIA & ORS.
The Supreme Court held that the limitation period for filing objections to an arbitral award begins from the date the party is aware of the award’s existence, not necessarily from formal notice, allowing the appellant’s application under Section 17 to be valid.
Geetha V.M. & Ors. v. Rethnasenan K. & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that employees absorbed into the Directorate of Medical Education from Health Services retain their seniority including past service, as their transfer by absorption under a government policy is distinct from inter-departmental transfer on request.
M/S THE HYDERABAD CRICKET ASSOCIATION v. M/S CHARMINAR CRICKET CLUB & ANR.
The Supreme Court directed tagging of petitions challenging Hyderabad Cricket Association governance with a pending broader appeal on BCCI Constitution to avoid conflicting rulings.
Chief Revenue Controlling Officer cum Inspector General of Registration v. P. Babu
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's quashing of undervaluation proceedings under Section 47-A of the Indian Stamp Act, holding that the Registering Officer must record reasons and follow prescribed procedures before referring instruments for market value determination.
OMI @ OMKAR RATHORE & ANR v. THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH & ANR
The Supreme Court upheld the trial court's summoning of petitioners under Section 319 CrPC despite a police closure report, affirming that strong evidence during trial can justify adding accused not originally charge-sheeted.
Mahanadi Coal Fields Ltd. v. Mathias Oram
The Supreme Court held that the Claims Commission cannot reopen finalized compensation cases, restricted its role to re-determining differential compensation for four villages under the R&R Act, and directed the High Court to decide pending challenges to the Commission's methodology, dismissing applications seeking extension or additional directions.
SEROSOFT SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD. v. DEXTER CAPITAL ADVISORS PVT. LTD.
The Supreme Court held that judicial interference under Article 227 in arbitral proceedings is limited and set aside the High Court's order granting additional cross-examination time, affirming the Arbitral Tribunal's discretion and emphasizing judicial restraint.
MOHAMMED ENTERPRISES (TANZANIA) LTD v. FAROOQ ALI KHAN
The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in interfering with CIRP proceedings under Article 226 after delay and when alternate remedies under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code were available, restoring the approved resolution plan.
Sri Mahesh v. Sangram & Ors
The Supreme Court upheld the validity of a sale deed executed by the adoptive mother before adoption but set aside the High Court's decision validating a gift deed lacking acceptance, affirming the adopted son's entitlement to certain properties under the doctrine of relation back.
DINESH KUMAR MATHUR v. STATE OF M.P. & ANR.
The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against a Housing Board official, holding that prosecution without prior sanction and absent prima facie dishonest intent or breach of official duty is impermissible.