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Narayana Medical College v. The State of Andhra Pradesh
The Supreme Court upheld the illegality of unilateral tuition fee enhancement by the State without AFRC's recommendations and affirmed refund of excess fees collected by private medical colleges.
Bikram Chatterji v. Union of India
The Supreme Court recalled its earlier orders reducing contractual interest rates for builders other than Amrapali Group, reaffirming the sanctity of contracts and limiting judicial interference to matters properly before the Court.
Bikram Chatterji v. Union of India
The Supreme Court recalled its orders reducing interest rates on outstanding dues for builders other than Amrapali Group, reaffirming the sanctity of contractual terms and limiting judicial interference in commercial contracts.
Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai v. Property Owners’ Association
The Supreme Court upheld the validity of amendments and rules enabling Mumbai Municipal Corporation to levy property tax based on capital value, affirming a transparent and formula-based valuation system to replace the outdated rateable value method.
Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai v. Property Owners’ Association
The Supreme Court upheld the validity of amendments empowering Mumbai Municipal Corporation to levy property tax based on capital value, affirming the Capital Value Rules and the new assessment system.
State of Jharkhand v. Shiv Shankar Sharma & Ors.
The Supreme Court set aside the Jharkhand High Court's order admitting PILs alleging corruption against the Chief Minister, holding that the PILs were not maintainable due to procedural non-compliance, lack of bona fide, and abuse of process.
Institute of Company Secretaries of India v. Biman Debnath
The Supreme Court held that a vacancy of the Chairman's office due to disqualification must be filled by election under the Regulations, and a non-contesting member cannot challenge such election via writ petition.
Institute of Company Secretaries of India v. Biman Debnath
The Supreme Court held that a vacancy of Chairman due to disqualification must be filled by election under the Company Secretaries Regulations, and a non-contesting candidate cannot challenge such election via writ petition.
Janhit Abhiyan v. Union of India
The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of the 103rd Amendment allowing 10% reservation for economically weaker sections excluding SCs, STs, and OBCs, ruling it does not violate the basic structure or the 50% reservation ceiling.
Janhit Abhiyan v. Union of India
The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of the 103rd Amendment allowing 10% reservation for economically weaker sections outside existing reserved categories, ruling it does not violate the basic structure of the Constitution.
Rahul v. State of Delhi Ministry of Home Affairs & Anr.
The Supreme Court acquitted the appellants in a kidnapping, gang rape, and murder case due to failure of the prosecution to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt, emphasizing strict adherence to principles of circumstantial evidence, forensic proof, and fair trial rights.
Rahul v. State of Delhi Ministry of Home Affairs & Anr.
The Supreme Court acquitted the appellants in a kidnapping, gang rape, and murder case due to failure of the prosecution to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt, emphasizing strict adherence to principles of circumstantial evidence, admissibility of confessions, and forensic reliability.
Mohd. Abdullah Azam Khan v. Nawab Kazim Ali Khan
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision invalidating the appellant's election on the ground that he was under 25 years of age, emphasizing the evidentiary primacy of contemporaneous public documents in election qualification disputes.
State of Jharkhand v. Shiv Shankar Sharma & Ors.
The Supreme Court set aside the Jharkhand High Court's order allowing PILs alleging corruption against the Chief Minister, holding that non-compliance with mandatory procedural rules and vague allegations without prior statutory approach render such PILs non-maintainable and an abuse of process.
Mahender Chawla v. State
Bail was denied to the accused in a large-scale cheating and misappropriation case due to the gravity of offences and risk of absconding despite prolonged custody and completed investigation.
Delhi Transport Corporation v. Suraj Mal
The Delhi High Court upheld the Labour Court's award reinstating the employee with 50% back wages, holding that back wages are discretionary and the 'No work No pay' principle does not apply to illegal termination.
The New India Assurance Co. Ltd. v. Lokesh Gupta & Ors.
The Delhi High Court modified a motor accident compensation award by reducing the future prospects addition from 50% to 40% in line with Supreme Court precedent, allowing the insurer's appeal in part.
Pankaj Saini v. State and Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that valid school and matriculation records conclusively determine the victim's age, negating the need for an ossification test under the POCSO Act.
VIDYADHARI COLLEGE OF EDUCATION v. NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR TEACHER EDUCATION & ANR.
The Delhi High Court upheld the withdrawal of recognition of a B.Ed. college by NCTE for non-compliance with built-up area norms, invalid building completion certificate, and faculty qualification requirements under applicable regulations.
MS AMAN ENGINEERING WORKS v. REGISTRAR TRADE MARKS, TRADE MARKS REGISTRY, NEW DELHI & ANR.
The Delhi High Court held that the Registrar of Trade Marks cannot condone delay beyond the prescribed period under Rule 119 of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017, and set aside orders allowing review applications filed after 16-17 years as barred by limitation.