Supreme Court of India
18,256 judgments
State of Uttarakhand v. Sanjay Ram Tamta
The Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of the accused husband in a dowry death case due to failure of the prosecution to prove demand for dowry and connected cruelty, emphasizing strict proof requirements under Section 304B IPC and cautious appellate interference with acquittals.
SANJAY RAJPOOT v. RAM SINGH
The Supreme Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident claim by correctly assessing the claimant's age, disability at 90%, and applying the appropriate multiplier, ensuring just reparation for loss of earning capacity.
Akula Raghuram v. State of Andhra Pradesh
The Supreme Court acquitted the appellant of abduction charges under Section 366-A IPC due to lack of conclusive proof of the victim's minority and inconsistencies in prosecution evidence.
C.S. UMESH v. T.V. GANGARAJU
The Supreme Court held that unilateral oral corrections of judicial orders without notice violate natural justice and must be set aside, restoring the matter for fresh hearing.
Siba Nial @ Trilochan v. State of Odisha
The Supreme Court set aside the murder conviction due to discrepancies in witness testimony and inconclusive forensic evidence, emphasizing the need for proof beyond reasonable doubt.
Vijayalaxmi @ Roopa v. Shenoy
The Supreme Court held that Income Tax Returns are valid proof of income for motor accident compensation claims and enhanced the awarded compensation accordingly.
Karuna Parmar v. Prakash Sinha & Ors.
The Supreme Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident claim by including potential income, awarding reasonable medical expenses, and applying minimum wages for the deceased child's compensation.
Naushey Ali & Ors. v. State of U.P. & Anr.
The Supreme Court held that criminal proceedings under Section 307 IPC can be quashed on compromise if evidence does not support the charge and continuation would be an abuse of process.
Mehatar v. State of Maharashtra
The Supreme Court acquitted appellants convicted of murder due to unreliable sole witness testimony lacking corroboration, emphasizing the necessity of corroboration when witness evidence is partly doubtful.
Union of India & Others v. Future Gaming Solutions Pvt. Ltd. & Another
The Supreme Court held that the power to tax lotteries lies exclusively with the State Legislature, invalidating Parliament's imposition of service tax on lottery distributors acting as agents of the State.
VASANT @ GIRISH AKBARASAB SANAVALE v. THE STATE OF KARNATAKA
The Supreme Court upheld the mother-in-law's conviction for murder based on reliable dying declaration evidence but acquitted the husband due to lack of proof of his participation or common intention under Section 34 IPC.
Sushant Sharma v. U.T. Chandigarh & Ors.
The Supreme Court allowed a father's appeal to interact with his son, imposed restrictions on taking the child abroad, protected the child's assets, and appointed a Court Commissioner to ensure safety measures during ongoing guardianship proceedings.
Hansraj v. State of Chhattisgarh
The Supreme Court acquitted the appellant of murder due to inconclusive circumstantial evidence and failure to exclude reasonable doubt, emphasizing strict adherence to the principles governing circumstantial proof.
B.V. RAM KUMAR v. STATE OF TELANGANA AND ANOTHER
The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against a director for alleged verbal reprimand and PPE negligence, holding no prima facie case under Sections 269, 270, and 504 IPC was made out.
AC CHOKSHI SHARE BROKER PRIVATE LIMITED v. JATIN PRATAP DESAI & ANR.
The Supreme Court upheld the arbitral award holding that the arbitral tribunal had jurisdiction over the husband based on an oral contract of joint liability under BSE Bye-laws and that the award was neither perverse nor patently illegal.
Ravi v. State of Punjab
The Supreme Court acquitted the appellant of murder due to failure of the prosecution to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt on circumstantial evidence and emphasized cautious application of Section 106 of the Evidence Act.
PRAKASH CHAND SHARMA v. RAMBABU SAINI
The Supreme Court upheld the Medical Board’s 100% disability assessment and enhanced motor accident compensation to Rs.48.7 lakhs including attendant charges and pain and suffering, holding that expert medical opinion must be accepted unless properly challenged.
Amrit Yadav v. The State of Jharkhand
The Supreme Court held that a recruitment advertisement lacking transparency and reservation details is void, quashed all appointments made thereunder, and directed fresh recruitment compliant with constitutional mandates.
Deepak Chauhan v. Mukesh Kumar & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that compensation in motor accident claims involving student victims must be calculated on a higher notional income reflecting future prospects rather than minimum wages, and enhanced the claimant's compensation accordingly.
Sajimon Parayil v. State of Kerala
The Supreme Court upheld the Kerala High Court's directions for investigation into the Hema Committee report, rejecting petitions alleging harassment and coercion, and emphasized lawful police action and judicial monitoring.