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M/S.LAMBA EXPORTS PVT. LTD. v. M/S.DHIR GLOBAL INDUSTRIES PVT. LTD.
The Supreme Court dismissed a miscellaneous application seeking recall of a dismissed SLP on the basis of subsequent insolvency developments, affirming the non-justiciability of commercial decisions by the Committee of Creditors and the limited scope for reopening disposed matters.
Chaya & Ors. v. State of Maharashtra & Anr.
Reserved category candidates who qualify a main recruitment examination on merit are entitled to be considered in the open category despite availing relaxation in qualifying marks, unless expressly prohibited by recruitment rules.
Central Transmission Utility of India Limited v. Sumit Binani & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that appropriation of security deposits against pre-insolvency dues during the moratorium under the IBC is impermissible, affirming that such deposits remain the property of the corporate debtor until admitted through the insolvency resolution process.
State of Karnataka v. Santhosh Kumar C
The Supreme Court held that under the 1997 Rules, a vacancy arising from a selected candidate's non-joining cannot be filled by moving down the same select list and must be treated as a fresh vacancy to be filled by subsequent recruitment.
Madhuri Dnyaneshwar Khandeshe v. State of Maharashtra
The court upheld the Education Officer's order applying the 2023 Notification to determine seniority, holding that Suresh's seniority dates from his B.A. degree in 1996 due to retroactive application of amended MEPS Rules.
Gabbar Singh alias Devendra Pratap Singh Alias Rajesh Singh v. State of U.P.
The Supreme Court quashed an FIR registered under the UP Gangsters Act due to non-compliance with mandatory procedural requirements for preparation and certification of the Gang Chart, emphasizing strict adherence to statutory procedure before depriving liberty.
UJAAS ENERGY LTD. v. WEST BENGAL POWER DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION LTD.
The Supreme Court held that claims not included in an approved resolution plan under the IBC stand extinguished, but allowed a respondent to raise a plea of set-off as a defence in arbitration proceedings without seeking affirmative relief.
Naveen Solanki and Another v. Rail Land Development Authority and Others
The Supreme Court held that land not classified as forest or deemed forest at the time of a statutory Master Plan cannot later be declared deemed forest to override the plan, dismissing the appeal against development of railway land near Bijwasan, Delhi.
Sujoy Ghosh v. State of Jharkhand & Anr.
The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings for copyright infringement against a film director due to lack of prima facie material and abuse of process, emphasizing the Magistrate's duty to apply mind at the summoning stage.
The State of Bihar v. Sudha Singh
The Supreme Court held that confiscation proceedings under the Bihar Special Courts Act do not abate upon the death of the accused public servant and can continue against relatives holding the property, setting aside the High Court's order that had quashed such proceedings.
Ayyub Malik and Another v. State of Uttarakhand and Another
The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against a husband accused of kidnapping a minor girl, holding that their subsequent valid marriage and cohabitation warranted discontinuance to prevent abuse of process.
V. Ganesan v. State Rep by the Sub Inspector
The Supreme Court held that absence of dishonest intention at the time of making a promise negates cheating under Section 420 IPC and quashed criminal proceedings arising from a failed movie investment.
Sant Rohidas Leather Industries and Charmakar Development Corporation Ltd. v. Vijaya Bank
The Supreme Court held that a corporate depositor availing banking services is not a consumer under the Consumer Protection Act if the services are for commercial purposes, and allegations involving fraud require adjudication in civil or criminal courts, not summary consumer forums.
Virinder Pal Singh v. Punjab and Sind Bank
The Supreme Court held that disciplinary proceedings initiated before retirement can continue post-retirement under Service Regulations, permitting imposition of penalties such as reduction in pay scale, and dismissed the appeal challenging such punishment.
2 Million Lives at Risk v. Rajasthan
The Supreme Court mandated stringent enforcement and coordinated remedial measures to address systemic pollution and environmental degradation of the Jojari River in Rajasthan, emphasizing State accountability and the Polluter Pays principle.
R. HALLE v. RELIANCE GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED
The Supreme Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident claim by holding that uncontroverted medical and neuropsychological evidence of severe cognitive impairment warrants assessing functional disability at 100%, overruling the High Court's reduction to 30%.
Steel Authority of India v. Shambhu Prasad Singh
The Supreme Court held that SAIL can withhold gratuity and adjust penal rent for ex-employees retaining staff quarters beyond permissible periods, overruling earlier concessions and emphasizing simultaneous discharge of reciprocal obligations.
Ravikiran Vasant Gore v. M/s. Sainath Enterprises Partnership Firm & Ors.
The Bombay High Court dismissed the petition challenging the appellate court’s order lifting the temporary injunction restraining development of disputed property, holding that the petitioner failed to establish a prima facie case and balance of convenience for interim relief.
Union of India v. Prakash Industries Limited
The Supreme Court held that the Respondent is entitled to coal supply at the current rate for the suspended period under a fresh agreement, rejecting claims for monetary compensation.
Subramani v. State of Karnataka
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction and life sentence of a husband for murdering his wife by setting her on fire, relying on a credible dying declaration and corroborative evidence.