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Sunita Kumari Jat v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court disposed of the writ petition as the respondents complied with the earlier order by passing a fresh transfer order in accordance with the petitioner’s preferences.
Meera Bai & Ors. v. ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company Ltd. & Anr.
The Supreme Court held that absence of eyewitnesses does not bar establishing rash and negligent driving if FIR and charge sheet exist, allowing the motor accident claim appeal.
Keshav S/O Laxman Rupnar & Anr. v. State of Maharashtra
The Supreme Court acquitted the appellants of rape and abduction charges due to inconsistencies in the victims' testimony and lack of corroborative medical evidence, holding that the prosecution failed to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt.
Pavul Yesu Dhasan v. The Registrar, State Human Rights Commission of Tamil Nadu & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that refusal to register an FIR and abusive conduct by a police officer violate human rights under the Human Rights Act and Article 21, affirming compensation for the complainant.
KRISHNA KUMAR KEDIA v. UNION OF INDIA
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Krishna Kumar Kedia for forgery and misappropriation of Bulk Bitumen but reduced his sentence considering his age and long litigation.
Gayatri Balasamy v. M/S. ISG Novasoft Technologies Limited
The Supreme Court held that Indian courts have a limited power under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 to modify arbitral awards, including severing invalid parts and adjusting interest, while maintaining the balance between judicial intervention and arbitration autonomy.
Shenbagavalli and Ors. v. The Inspector of Police, Kancheepuram District and Anr.
The Supreme Court quashed proceedings under Section 306 IPC, holding that mere harassment without proximate instigation does not constitute abetment of suicide.
Rina Rani Mallick v. Susim Kanti Mohanty & Anr.
The Supreme Court dismissed the petition seeking further enhancement of compensation for a minor child's 55% permanent disability from a motor vehicle accident, holding the High Court's award adequate and in line with established legal principles.
Pragya Prasun & Ors. v. Union of India & Ors.
The Supreme Court directed regulatory authorities to make digital KYC processes accessible and inclusive for persons with disabilities, ensuring reasonable accommodations in compliance with constitutional and statutory mandates.
SMT. M. SABITHA & ORS. v. BRAHMA SWAMULU & ANR.
The Supreme Court held that contributory negligence in a fatal motor accident should be equally apportioned between both drivers and enhanced compensation including loss of consortium must be awarded to the dependents.
Anilkumar Chhotelal Yadav & Nagendrakumar Lalkrishor Kanojiya v. State of Maharashtra
The Bombay High Court upheld the conviction of two appellants for murder and robbery based on a complete chain of circumstantial evidence including last seen theory and corroborative recoveries.
Umabai Dattu Bhoir and Ors. v. Malati Kisan Bhagt and Ors.
The Civil Court has jurisdiction to try suits for declaration of title despite existence of heirship certificates under the Bombay Regulation and Indian Succession Act, and a plaint cannot be rejected at the threshold on that ground.
N.M.V. High School and College & Ors. v. Shri Bharat Dagadu Kshirsagar & Ors.
The Bombay High Court quashed an unreasoned administrative order rejecting a teacher's full-time appointment approval and directed retrospective approval with salary and pension arrears.
Pinnacle Finance Pvt. Ltd. v. Sol Ltd.
The Delhi High Court allowed the Official Liquidator's application to dissolve SOL Limited under Section 481 of the Companies Act, 1956 after completion of winding up and asset distribution, while withholding payment to a security agency pending FIR investigation.
M/S K.K. Constructions v. New Delhi Municipal Council
The Delhi High Court held that conciliation is optional under the contract and limited its Section 11 scrutiny to prima facie existence of arbitration agreement, appointing an arbitrator to adjudicate the dispute.
FIITJEE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATION RESEARCH AND TRAININGS v. COMMISSIONER OF INCOME TAX (EXEMPTION)
The Delhi High Court held that delay in filing Form 10B due to genuine medical hardship must be condoned under Section 119(2)(b) of the Income Tax Act, emphasizing a liberal approach to advance substantial justice.
Shamim Akhtar Tamanna v. Union of India & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that it will not direct the Central Administrative Tribunal to prioritize or expedite hearing of suspension order challenges, emphasizing that case management is within the Tribunal's discretion and constitutional courts should intervene only in exceptional circumstances.
State NCT of Delhi v. Satya Narayan
The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's appeal upholding the acquittal of a police officer due to failure of prosecution to prove the essential element of demand of illegal gratification under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
Ashish @ Deva v. State (NCT of Delhi)
Delhi High Court granted bail to the accused under MCOCA after finding insufficient prima facie evidence of his involvement in organised crime and applying the reasonable satisfaction test under Section 21(4) of MCOCA.
Rajeev Saxena v. State
The Delhi High Court quashed FIR and proceedings against a public servant due to inordinate delay in grant of mandatory sanction under Section 197 CrPC, upholding the right to speedy trial under Article 21.