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Shakti Nath & Ors. v. Alpha Tiger Cyprus Investment No.3 Ltd. & Ors.

Supreme Court of India · 23 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court directed the execution of the Share Purchase Agreement to effectuate a share acquisition as per its earlier order, mandating warranties and authorizations to uphold the transaction.

civil appeal_allowed

Mukesh Incense Enterprises Pvt. Ltd v. Union of India

High Court of Bombay · 23 Jun 2020

The Bombay High Court set aside orders rejecting a GST refund application for non-consideration of relevant precedents and directed fresh adjudication consistent with the limitation period counted from the original application date.

tax appeal_allowed

Laxmi Singh v. Rekha Singh

Supreme Court of India · 19 Jun 2020 · 2020 INSC 440

The Supreme Court held that breach of ballot secrecy by some voters does not invalidate a no-confidence motion if the majority vote is clear and directed the motion to be re-voted by secret ballot, clarifying the scope of voter secrecy and voluntary disclosure under the law.

administrative appeal_allowed

Laxmi Singh v. Rekha Singh

Supreme Court of India · 19 Jun 2020 · 2020 INSC 440

The Supreme Court directed a revote on a no-confidence motion due to alleged breach of ballot secrecy, holding that secrecy is a voter’s privilege that can be voluntarily waived, leaving the legal question open.

administrative appeal_allowed

Laxmi Singh v. Rekha Singh

Supreme Court of India · 19 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court held that breach of secrecy of ballot by some members invalidates a no-confidence motion in Panchayat proceedings, but a voter voluntarily revealing his own vote does not violate secrecy, allowing the motion to be reintroduced and voted upon afresh.

administrative appeal_allowed

Laxmi Singh v. Rekha Singh

Supreme Court of India · 19 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court allowed the appeal and directed a revote on the no confidence motion by secret ballot, holding that secrecy of ballot is a voter’s privilege that can be waived, but the statutory scheme must be strictly followed to ensure free and fair elections.

administrative appeal_allowed

In Re The Proper Treatment of COVID 19 Patients and Dignified Handling of Dead Bodies in the Hospitals Etc.

Supreme Court of India · 19 Jun 2020 · 2020 INSC 442

The Supreme Court mandated continuous expert supervision, uniform policy implementation, transparency in test reporting, and regulated testing rates to ensure proper treatment of COVID-19 patients and dignified hospital management during the pandemic.

administrative other

In Re The Proper Treatment of COVID 19 Patients and Dignified Handling of Dead Bodies in the Hospitals Etc.

Supreme Court of India · 19 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court directed continuous expert monitoring of COVID-19 hospitals, uniform implementation of treatment and discharge guidelines, regulated testing rates, and mandated disclosure of test results to ensure proper patient care and dignity during the pandemic.

administrative other

Shijinofar Kavasji Bhujwala v. State of Gujarat

Supreme Court of India · 19 Jun 2020 · 2020 INSC 441

The Supreme Court granted bail to accused in a complex financial fraud case involving arbitration, emphasizing delay in trial and interim protection of State’s financial interests.

criminal appeal_allowed

Jinofer Kavasji Bhujwala v. Gujarat State

Supreme Court of India · 19 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court granted bail to the appellant accused of financial fraud in a maritime project, emphasizing delay in trial and interim arbitral protections despite serious allegations involving national security.

criminal appeal_allowed

Jinofer Kawasji Bhujwala v. State of Gujarat

Supreme Court of India · 19 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court allowed bail to the appellant in a complex financial and criminal breach of trust case, holding that prolonged custody without trial commencement and interim protective measures justify bail despite serious allegations.

criminal appeal_allowed

Mustak @ Kaniyo Ahmed Sheikh v. State of Gujarat

High Court of Gujarat · 18 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction and enhanced sentence of the appellant for attempted murder based on reliable eyewitness identification and corroborative forensic evidence despite minor procedural lapses.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Mustak @ Kanio Ahmed Shaikh v. State of Gujarat

Supreme Court of India · 18 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction and enhanced sentence of the appellant for attempt to murder based on credible eyewitness identification, forensic evidence, and lawful weapon recovery despite minor procedural lapses.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Surendra Kumar Bhilawe v. The New India Assurance Company Limited

Supreme Court of India · 18 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court held that ownership of a vehicle under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 is determined by registration and statutory compliance, and an insurer cannot repudiate a claim based on an uncompleted sale agreement without transfer of registration and no-objection from the financier.

civil appeal_allowed

Shamita Singha & Anr. v. Rashmi Ahluwalia & Anr.

Supreme Court of India · 18 Jun 2020 · 2020 INSC 437

The Supreme Court allowed transfer of a partition suit to the Probate Court to be heard alongside the Testamentary Petition, emphasizing the Probate Court's primacy in Will validity and avoiding inconsistent judgments.

civil appeal_allowed

Shamita Singha & Anr. v. Rashmi Ahluwalia & Anr.

Supreme Court of India · 18 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court allowed transfer of a partition suit to the Probate Court to be heard alongside a contested Testamentary Petition involving overlapping assets and parties, emphasizing the Probate Court's primacy in Will validity matters.

civil appeal_allowed

Rana Nahid @ Reshma @ Sana & Anr. v. Sahidul Haq Chisti

Supreme Court of India · 18 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court held that Family Courts lack jurisdiction to entertain maintenance applications under Section 3 of the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act, 1986, which lie exclusively before Magistrates of the First Class.

family appeal_dismissed

Rajendra Singh v. National Insurance Company

Supreme Court of India · 18 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court held that passengers cannot be held liable for contributory negligence in a motor accident, enhanced compensation for a deceased housewife including future prospects, and upheld compensation for her minor child while setting aside unjust contributory negligence deductions.

civil appeal_allowed

Rajendra Singh v. National Insurance Company Limited

Supreme Court of India · 18 Jun 2020

The Supreme Court enhanced compensation in motor accident claims by rejecting contributory negligence deductions against deceased passengers and recognizing future prospects for a housewife and her minor child.

civil appeal_allowed

Subhash Sahebrao Deshmukh v. Satish Atmaram Talekar

Supreme Court of India · 18 Jun 2020 · 2020 INSC 433

The Supreme Court held that accused must be heard in revision petitions challenging dismissal of complaints under Section 203 Cr.P.C., setting aside orders passed without hearing and remanding for fresh consideration.

criminal appeal_allowed