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Bishwajit Dey v. State of Assam
The Supreme Court held that a seized vehicle used in an NDPS offence can be released on interim custody to an innocent owner not charged with the offence, subject to conditions ensuring its availability for trial and potential confiscation.
Abdul Nassar v. State of Kerala
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction and death sentence for rape and murder based on a complete chain of circumstantial and forensic evidence, dismissing the appeal despite procedural criticisms.
The Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai v. Century Textiles and Industries Limited
The Supreme Court held that the Municipal Corporation was not obligated to convey leasehold land after expiry under the 1925 Act and dismissed the writ petition filed after 61 years as barred by delay and laches.
M/S VIDYAWATI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY v. UNION OF INDIA
The Supreme Court held that a party waives jurisdictional objections if not raised before submission of the statement of defence, validating the sole arbitrator's appointment and restoring the arbitration petition for merits.
Harshbir Singh Pannu and Anr. v. Jaswinder Singh
The Supreme Court held that termination of arbitral proceedings under Section 38 for non-payment of fees is distinct from termination of arbitrator's mandate and does not warrant fresh arbitrator appointment under Section 11, dismissing the appeal.
Haresh V. Kagrana HUF v. The New Milan Co-operative Housing Society Limited
The Bombay High Court allowed an appeal restraining redevelopment until exclusive Otlas and attached terraces shown in sanctioned plans are included in appellants' flat area entitlements.
Rajaram Bandu Gadade & Ors. v. Govina Sonba Gadade & Ors.
The Bombay High Court held that civil courts have jurisdiction to decide partition of ancestral joint family property despite existence of a Section 32M tenancy certificate issued in the name of one member, affirming that such certificate does not negate joint family rights.
Shreegopal Barasia v. M/s. Creative Homes
The Bombay High Court held that the existence of an arbitration agreement is to be prima facie determined by the Court under Section 11, while substantive disputes on authority and validity fall within the arbitral tribunal's jurisdiction under Section 16.
Izhar Nizamulhak Khan v. State of Maharashtra
The Bombay High Court held that prosecuting a Factory Manager under Section 304A IPC after the Occupier's prosecution under the Factories Act does not violate double jeopardy and refused to quash the FIR.
Ramakant Meghnath Patil v. The State of Maharashtra
The High Court acquitted accused in a murder case due to inconclusive medical evidence and failure of prosecution to prove cruelty and homicidal death beyond reasonable doubt.
Shri Jain Shwetamber Shri Sangh v. State of Rajasthan
The Supreme Court upheld a mediated compromise agreement in a civil dispute, incorporated it into the decree, and quashed pending litigation between the parties under Article 142 of the Constitution.
Bharat Aambale v. State of Chhattisgarh
The Supreme Court held that strict compliance with Section 52A of the NDPS Act regarding seizure, sampling, and magistrate certification is mandatory, and non-compliance vitiates the trial and conviction under the Act.
Atul Tiwari v. Regional Manager, Oriental Insurance Company Limited
The Supreme Court enhanced compensation to a motor accident victim with permanent disability, reaffirming the multiplier method and emphasizing just awards under all heads including future medical and attendant expenses.
P. DINESHAN & ORS v. STATE OF KERALA
The Supreme Court upheld convictions under Sections 302 read with 149 IPC and Explosive Substances Act, ruling that minor contradictions and defective investigation do not vitiate reliable eyewitness and medical evidence.
Jit Vinayak Arolkar v. State of Goa & Ors.
The Supreme Court quashed an FIR for cheating under Section 420 IPC where the dispute was civil in nature and the complaint was filed mala fide by a co-owner after pending civil suits.
Frank Vitus v. Narcotics Control Bureau
The Supreme Court held that Foreign Registration Officers need not be impleaded in bail applications filed by foreigners but must be informed of bail grants to enable enforcement of regulatory restrictions.
Namami Gange and Rural Water Supply Department v. Om Prakash Singh and Others
The Supreme Court dismissed the petition challenging pay revision orders against the bifurcated Rural Water Supply Department, affirming binding compliance with earlier directions and warning against willful disobedience.
Hoor Anisbhai Jinwala v. National Testing Agency
The Delhi High Court denied interim relief for screen reader accommodation in the UGC-NET exam due to technical incompatibility and timing constraints but directed provision of a scribe as originally selected by the disabled candidate.
Jai Maharashtra Shikshak Wa Karmachari Sena v. Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation
The Bombay High Court upheld that pension benefits under the BMC Pension Scheme must be granted to teachers and non-teaching staff of private aided schools including service before grant-in-aid, reaffirming binding precedent despite pending appeals.
Amey Sanjay Jadhav v. State of Maharashtra
The Bombay High Court granted bail to the applicant in an NDPS case involving commercial quantity of charas due to procedural lapses, discrepancies in seizure, and prolonged pre-trial incarceration violating Article 21 rights.