Supreme Court of India
14,826 judgments
Sukhdev Singh v. Sukhbir Kaur
The Supreme Court held that spouses of marriages declared void under Section 11 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 are entitled to claim maintenance and permanent alimony under Sections 24 and 25, subject to discretion and conduct of the parties.
The State of Maharashtra v. Prism Cement Limited & Anr.
The Supreme Court held that the 2002 amendment to Section 8(5) of the CST Act applies prospectively and does not retrospectively withdraw vested tax exemption rights granted under the PSI 1993 scheme without due revocation or notice.
RUPA AND CO. LIMITED AND ANOTHER v. FIRHAD HAKIM AND OTHERS
The Supreme Court held that a High Court's writ of mandamus must be strictly complied with and quashed the High Court's order referring the matter to mediation without the appellants' consent, directing the State to execute the land conveyance as originally ordered.
N.K. Taneja v. Maharaj Singh
The Supreme Court held that prolonged unauthorized absence amounts to abandonment of service justifying termination even without disciplinary enquiry and allowed the University's appeal setting aside the High Court's reinstatement order.
Shyam Prasad Nagalla & Ors. v. Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that compensation in motor accident claims involving foreign currency income must be calculated using the exchange rate on the claim petition date and the standard multiplier for age, enhancing the awarded compensation.
HARI NANDAN SINGH v. STATE OF JHARKHAND
The Supreme Court discharged the appellant from charges under Sections 353, 298, and 504 IPC, holding that the material did not disclose essential ingredients of the offences at the charge framing stage.
SEEMA RANI v. THE ORIENTAL INSURANCE CO. LTD.
The Supreme Court held that major sons and married daughters residing with the deceased and not fully self-sufficient are dependents entitled to compensation including future prospects, enhancing the award accordingly.
NUR AHAMAD ABDULSAB KANAVI v. ABDUL MUNAF
The Supreme Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident claim by fixing the claimant's income at Rs. 10,000 per month and recognizing 100% permanent disability, applying established principles for calculating just compensation.
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.