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Mallappa Vs. State of Karnataka

Judgement Date : 07 May 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 240 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)

Headnote :

Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, in conjunction with Section 34.

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Sanjay Kumar Rai Vs. State of Uttar Pradesh

Judgement Date : 07 May 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 241 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 506. Punishment for criminal intimidation
Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988

Headnote :

The Indian Penal Code of 1860, specifically Sections 504 and 506, addresses the discharge of an accused individual. It was determined that the right to discharge is significant for the accused. The trial court, when reviewing a discharge application, should not merely act as a conduit; rather, it mu...

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Jayamma Vs. State of Karnataka

Judgement Date : 07 May 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 242 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 34. Acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention

Headnote :

A. Under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 302 in conjunction with Section 34 of the Evidence Act, 1872, concerning murder - The son of the deceased testified that the victim was unconscious and unable to speak when she was taken to the hospital in a bullock cart arranged by \'K\'. Therefore, it...

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Rahul Sharma Vs. National Insurance Company Ltd.

Judgement Date : 07 May 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 243 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
Motor Vehicles Act, 1988

Headnote :

The Motor Vehicles Act of 1988, along with Sections 166 and 140, and the Indian Penal Code of 1860, specifically Sections 249, 304A, and 427, address the issue of compensation for the death of parents in a car accident. In cases where the deceased was self-employed and under the age of 40, a 40% inc...

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Rajkumar Sabu Vs. M/s. Sabu Trade Private Ltd.

Judgement Date : 07 May 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 244 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
Trade Marks Act, 1999

Headnote :

A. Under Section 156(3) of the Criminal Procedure Code, 1973, and Sections 406 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, and 420 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, there is a dispute regarding a trademark. The request to transfer the ongoing criminal case from the Salem Court to the Patiala House Court in New Delh...

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The Chief Election Commissioner of India Vs. M.R Vijayabhaskar

Judgement Date : 06 May 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 236 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)

Headnote :

Article 133 of the Constitution of India, 1950 â€“ Open Court proceedings and the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression â€“ The fundamental principles enshrined in the Constitution cannot be disregarded. It was determined that the media\'s extension of freedom of speech and expressio...

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Guru Dutt Pathak Vs. State of Uttar Pradesh

Judgement Date : 06 May 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 237 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 34. Acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention

Babu Vs. State of Kerala [2010] INSC 617 (11 August 2010)
Chandrappa & Ors Vs. State of Karnataka [2007] Insc 142 (15 February 2007)
Balbir Singh Vs. State of Punjab [2005] INSC 152 (3 March 2005)
Takhaji Hiraji Vs. Thakore Kubersing Chamansing & Ors [2001] INSC 264 (2 May 2001)
Gaya Din & Ors Vs. Hanuman Prasad & Ors [2000] INSC 585 (27 November 2000)
Balbir Singh Vs. State of Punjab [1999] INSC 285 (19 August 1999)
Sambasivan & Ors Vs. State of Kerala [1998] INSC 291 (8 May 1998)
Surinder Kumar Vs. State of Punjab [1998] INSC 553 (18 November 1998)
Kuldeep Singh Vs. The Commissioner of Police & Ors [1998] INSC 618 (17 December 1998)
Kuldeep Singh Vs. The Commissioner of Police & Ors [1998] INSC 622 (17 December 1998)
Ramesh Babulal Doshi Vs. The State of Gujarat [1996] INSC 653 (2 May 1996)
Balbir Singh Vs. The State of Punjab [1995] INSC 395 (16 August 1995)
Balbir Singh Vs. State of Punjab [1994] INSC 95 (8 February 1994)
Balbir Singh Vs. State of Punjab [1994] INSC 575 (10 November 1994)
Umedbhai Jadavbhai Vs. The State of Gujarat [1977] INSC 238 (16 December 1977)
Balak Ram Vs. The State of U.P [1974] INSC 145 (16 August 1974)
Pratap Vs. State of U.P [1972]312 (22 December 1972)

Headnote :

The Indian Penal Code of 1860, Section 302 in conjunction with Section 34 pertains to murder. The accused was explicitly named in the First Information Report (FIR) from the outset and was assigned a specific role, which has been corroborated by the testimony of an eyewitness, the son of the decease...

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Dr. Jaishri Laxmanrao Patil Vs. The Chief Minister

Judgement Date : 05 May 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 235 SC

All India Services Act, 1951
Central Sales Tax Act, 1956
Constitution of India
Delhi Laws Act, 1912
General Clauses Act, 1897
Government of India Act, 1935
Maharashtra Private Professional Educational Institutions (Reservation of Seats for Admission for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, De-Notified Tribes (Vimukta Jatis), Nomadic Tribes and Other Backward
Maharashtra State Commission for Backward Classes Act, 2005
Maharashtra State Reservation (of Seats for Admission in Educational Institutions in the State and for Appointments or Posts in the Public Services Under the State) for Educationally and Socially Backwa
Maharashtra State Reservation (of seats for Admission in Educational Institutions in the State and for Appointments or Posts in the Public Services under the State) for Educationally and Socially Backward Category (ESBC) Ordinance, 2014
National Commission for Backward Classes (Repeal) Act, 2018
Representation of the People Act, 1951

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, specifically Articles 15(4), 16(4), and Article 342(A) in conjunction with Article 366(26c), as amended by the Constitution (102nd Amendment) Act, 2018, along with Articles 366(26C), 342A, 338B, and 342A, pertains to the reservation for citizens belonging to backward...

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Forum for People's Collective Efforts (FPCE) Vs. State of West Bengal

Judgement Date : 04 May 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 234 SC

Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958
Ancient Monuments Preservation Act, 1904
Chartered Accountants Act, 1949
Chartered Accountants Act, 1949
Chit Funds Act, 1982
Chit Funds Act, 1982
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
Companies Act, 2013
Company Secretaries Act, 1980
Company Secretaries Act, 1980
Consumer Protection Act, 2019
Corrigendum
Cost and Works Accountants Act, 1959
Customs Act, 1962
Electricity Act, 2003
Fugitive Economic Offenders Act, 2018
Gujarat Ownership Flats Act, 1973
Indian Contract Act, 1872
Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
Industrial Finance Corporation Act, 1948
Industrial Reconstruction Bank of India Act, 1984
Kerala Chitties Act, 1975
Maharashtra Housing (Regulation and Development) Act, 2012
Mental Healthcare Act, 2017
Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957
Motor Vehicles Act, 1939
Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
Punjab Apartment and Property Regulation Act, 1995
Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Bill, 2013
Recovery of Debts Due to Banks and Financial Institutions Act, 1993
Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
Sale of Goods Act, 1930
Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992
Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992
Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956
Small Industries Development Bank of India Act, 1989
Transfer of Property Act, 1882
Unit Trust of India Act, 1963
West Bengal Estates Acquisition Act, 1953
West Bengal Housing Industry Regulation Act, 2017
West Bengal Land Reforms Act, 1955

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Articles 32 and 142, along with the West Bengal Housing Industry Regulation Act, 2017, have been examined for their constitutional validity. The WB-HIRA has repealed the WB 1993 Act, but it is found to be inconsistent with RERA, rendering it unconstitutional. As a re...

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Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Ltd. (BESCOM). Vs. E.S. Solar Power Pvt. Ltd.

Judgement Date : 03 May 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 231 SC

Headnote :

A. Under Article 133 of the Constitution of India, 1950, concerning Power Purchase Agreements, specifically Articles 1.2.1 (k) and 1.2.1 (m), which pertain to the development of 1200 MWA of solar power across 60 Taluks with private sector involvement - the question arises whether the Solar Company f...

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Indian School, Jodhpur Vs. State of Rajasthan

Judgement Date : 03 May 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 232 SC

Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
Constitution of India
Disaster Management Act, 2005
Disaster Management Act, 2005
Disaster Management Act, 2005
Essential Commodities Act, 1955
Essential Commodities Act, 1955
Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 19(1)(g), along with Sections 3, 4, and 6 to 11 of the Rajasthan Schools (Regulation of Fee) Act, 2016, and Rules 3, 4, 6 to 8 and 11 of the Rajasthan Schools (Regulation of Fee) Rules, 2017, pertain to the determination of school fees by the managements of p...

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Indian School, Jodhpur Vs. State of Rajasthan

Judgement Date : 03 May 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 233 SC

Headnote :

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Jharkhand State Electricity Board Vs. M/s. Ramkrishna Forging Ltd.

Judgement Date : 30 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 228 SC

Electricity Act, 2003

Headnote :

According to Section 50 of the Electricity Act, 2003, and Regulation 9.2.1 of the Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Electricity Supply Code) Regulations, 2005, the request to reduce the contract demand/sanctioned load to 1325 KVA was examined. The Electricity Board argued that the D...

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Sukhbir Vs. Ajit Singh

Judgement Date : 30 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 229 SC

Section 73. Compensation of loss or damage caused by breach of contract
Specific Relief Act, 1963

Headnote :

The Land Acquisition Act of 1894, Section 6, and the Specific Relief Act of 1963, Section 21, address the acquisition of land and the specific performance of agreements to sell. In cases where a contract becomes impossible to fulfill through no fault of the plaintiff, Section 21 allows for the award...

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In Re: Distribution of Essential Supplies and Services During Pandemic

Judgement Date : 30 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 230 SC

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Disaster Management Act, 2005
Disaster Management Act, 2005
Disaster Management Act, 2005
Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940
Patents Act, 1970

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 32, and the Disaster Management Act, 2005, Section 2(e) address the unprecedented humanitarian crisis caused by the second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic. This includes the supply of oxygen and the Covidshield and Covaxin vaccines. The Central and State Govern...

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Union of India Vs. R.K. Sharma

Judgement Date : 28 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 223 SC

Headnote :

Assured Career Progression - Effective date of entitlement - The Government accepted the recommendations of the 6th Pay Commission, which became effective from 01.01.2006 for civilian employees concerning revised pay scales and dearness allowances. However, the revised allowances, excluding dearness...

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State of Odisha Vs. Kamalini Khilar

Judgement Date : 28 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 224 SC

Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Maharashtra Employees of Private Schools (Condition of Service) Regulation Act, 1977

Headnote :

A. Termination of Service - Compliance with Order - The respondent was offered a position, but the selected candidate could not join within the specified timeframe. The Tribunal ordered the appointment of this candidate, which led to the respondent\'s termination. Although the selected candidate had...

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Kalabhai Hamirbhai Kachhot Vs. State of Gujarat

Judgement Date : 28 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 225 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 324. Voluntarily causing hurt by dangerous weapons or means
IPC Section 34. Acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention

Abdul Sayeed Vs. State of M.P. [2010] INSC 739 (14 September 2010)
Jarnail Singh Vs. State of Punjab [2009] INSC 68 (15 January 2009)

Headnote :

A. Indian Penal Code, 1860, Sections 302, 326, 324, and 34 - Murder - Identification of the accused - Conviction - The accused struck the deceased with an axe on the head while the deceased was riding a motorcycle with two others. After the deceased fell, the accused continued to attack him with an...

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Reserve Bank of India Vs. Jayantilal N. Mistry

Judgement Date : 28 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 226 SC

Constitution of India
Right to Information Act, 2005
Supreme Court Rules, 2013

Delhi Administration Vs. Gurdip Singh Uban & Ors [1999] INSC 288 (20 August 1999)

Headnote :

A. Supreme Court Rules 2013, Order 47 - Recall of judgment - There is no provision in the Supreme Court Rules for submitting an application to recall a judgment; instead, the rules allow for the filing of a review application.[Para 8]B. Supreme Court Rules 2013, Order 47 - Application for recall of...

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Commissioner of Income Tax-I Vs. M/s. Reliance Energy Ltd. (Formerly BSES Ltd.) through its M.D.

Judgement Date : 28 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 227 SC

Income Tax Act, 1961

Headnote :

The Income Tax Act of 1961, Section 80IA(5) pertains to infrastructure development and the deduction on profits. The scope of subsection (5) of Section 80-IA is confined to determining the amount of deduction under subsection (1) of Section 80-IA by considering the \'eligible business\' as the \'sol...

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Patan Jamal Vali Vs. State of Andhra Pradesh

Judgement Date : 27 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 222 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 376. Punishment for rape
Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment Act, 2015

Headnote :

A. Under Section 376(1) of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, regarding rape evidence, the case involved a victim who was born blind and was sexually assaulted by the accused. The testimonies provided by the victim, her mother, and her brother were clear and consistent regarding the assault. The oral acco...

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Sudha Singh Vs. State of Uttar Pradesh

Judgement Date : 23 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 221 SC

Arms Act, 1959
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 22. Moveable property

Headnote :

The Indian Penal Code of 1860, Section 302, and the U.P. Gangster and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act of 1986, Section 3(1) pertain to murder. The High Court\'s decision to grant bail to the accused has been challenged. The accused is alleged to have conspired with others to commit the murde...

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M/s. Oriental Structural Engineers Pvt. Ltd. Vs. State of Kerala

Judgement Date : 22 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 218 SC

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
Interest Act, 1978

Headnote :

A. Under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act of 1996, specifically Sections 31(7)(a) and 34, the issue of not awarding interest on delayed payments was challenged. The agreement between the parties explicitly included a provision for interest on late payments, although the specific interest rate wa...

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Sandeep Khaitan, Resolution Professional for National Plywood Industries Ltd. Vs. JSVM Plywood Industries Ltd.

Judgement Date : 22 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 219 SC

Headnote :

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code of 2016, specifically Sections 7 and 14, along with Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code of 1973, addresses the inherent powers of the court. In this case, an application for initiating corporate resolution was accepted against the corporate debtor, leading t...

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Rahul S Shah Vs. Jinendra Kumar Gandhi

Judgement Date : 22 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 220 SC

Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
Constitution of India

Headnote :

A. Under the Civil Procedure Code of 1908, specifically Order 21, Rule 97, there has been an excessive delay in executing a decree. The vendor and her son, who were the judgment debtors, challenged the transaction after executing a sale deed for a significant portion of the property by filing a suit...

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Ramesh Bhavan Rathod Vs. Vishanbhai Hirabhai Makwana Makwana (Koli)

Judgement Date : 20 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 209 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)

Headnote :

The Criminal Procedure Code of 1973, Section 439, along with various sections of the Indian Penal Code of 1860, including 302, 143, 144, 147, 148, 149, 341, 384, 120B, 506(2), and 34, as well as Sections 25(1-b)A, 27, and 29 of the Arms Act of 1959, pertains to the issue of regular bail. It is impor...

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In Re: to Issue Certain Guidelines Regarding Inadequacies and Deficiencies in Criminal Trials Vs. State of Andhra Pradesh

Judgement Date : 20 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 210 SC

In Re: To Issue Certain Guidelines Regarding Inadequacies and Deficiencies in Criminal Trials [MARCH 30, 2017]

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 32; the Criminal Procedure Code, 1973, Sections 46, 129, and 131; and the Evidence Act, 1872, Sections 8, 27, and 65B highlight the shortcomings observed during criminal trials and the practices employed by trial courts in handling criminal cases. It has been...

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M/s. PLR Projects Pvt. Ltd. Vs. Mahanadi Coalfields Ltd.

Judgement Date : 20 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 211 SC

Constitution of India

Headnote :

Constitution of India, 1950, Articles 217 and 224A - Appointment of ad hoc Judges - It is recommended to adhere to the following timelines in addition to the aforementioned:

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Devendra Kumar Saxena Vs. Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)

Judgement Date : 20 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 212 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 109. Punishment of abetment if the act abetted is committed in consequence, and where no express provision is made for its punishment
IPC Section 120B. Punishment of criminal conspiracy
Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988

Headnote :

The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, Sections 13(2) - The transfer of cases from the Court of the Special Judge (CBI) in Siliguri, Darjeeling, West Bengal, to any court with competent jurisdiction in New Delhi raises concerns. The right of the accused to a fair trial and the opportunity to defend...

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Lok Prahari through its General Secretary S.N. Shukla IAS (Retd.) Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 20 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 213 SC

Constitution of India
Representation of the People Act, 1951

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Articles 32 and 224A, along with Section 8 of the Supreme Court of Judicature (Consolidation) Act, 1925, addresses the issue of the backlog of cases pending in High Courts. It has been determined that all parties involved should collaborate, and that retiring or reti...

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M/s. Radha Krishan Industries Vs. State of Himachal Pradesh

Judgement Date : 20 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 214 SC

Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
Delegation of Powers
Delegation of Powers
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
Integrated Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017

Headnote :

A. Section 83 of the Himachal Pradesh Goods and Service Tax Act, 2017, and Rule 159 of the Himachal Pradesh Goods and Service Tax Rules, 2017 - Provisional attachment order - Writ petition submitted to the High Court - Consideration of maintainability -B. Rule 159 of the Himachal Pradesh Goods and S...

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PASL Wind Solutions Private Ltd. Vs. GE Power Conversion India Private Ltd.

Judgement Date : 20 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 215 SC

Arbitration (Protocol and Convention) Act, 1937
Arbitration and Conciliation (Amendment) Act, 2015
Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
Commercial Courts Act, 2015
Indian Contract Act, 1872
Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Industrial Disputes Act, 1947
Interest Act, 1978
Minimum Wages Act, 1948
Minimum Wages Act, 1948
Prohibition of Benami Property Transactions Act, 1988
Section 23. What consideration and objects are lawful, and what not

Goodyear India Ltd. Vs. State of Haryana & Ors [2001] INSC 327 (20 July 2001)
Sumitomo Heavy Industries Ltd. Vs. Ongc Ltd. & Ors [1997] INSC 897 (4 December 1997)

Headnote :

A. Under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act of 1996, specifically Sections 2(1)(f) and 4, regarding arbitration and the selection of a seat, two companies incorporated in India have agreed in their contract that Zurich, Switzerland will serve as the juridical seat of arbitration. This designation...

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PASL Wind Solutions Private Ltd. Vs. GE Power Conversion India Private Ltd.

Judgement Date : 20 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 216 SC

Goodyear India Ltd. Vs. State of Haryana & Ors [2001] INSC 327 (20 July 2001)
Sumitomo Heavy Industries Ltd. Vs. Ongc Ltd. & Ors [1997] INSC 897 (4 December 1997)

Headnote :

A. Under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act of 1996, specifically Sections 2(1)(f) and 4, regarding arbitration and the selection of a seat, two companies incorporated in India have agreed that Zurich, Switzerland will serve as the juridical seat of arbitration. This designation has been clearly e...

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Surendra Kumar Vs. State of Uttar Pradesh

Judgement Date : 20 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 217 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 120B. Punishment of criminal conspiracy
IPC Section 34. Acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention
IPC Section 394. Voluntarily causing hurt in committing robbery
IPC Section 506. Punishment for criminal intimidation

Headnote :

A. Under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 302 in conjunction with Section 34 and Section 120-B, the case involves the murder of a married woman by her husband, brother-in-law, and father-in-law. Witness statements regarding the reliability of the evidence indicate that two armed assailants shot...

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M.K. Ranjitsinh Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 19 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 207 SC

Companies Act, 2013
Compensatory Afforestation Fund Act, 2016
Constitution of India
Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

M.C. Mehta Vs. Kamal Nath & Ors [2000] INSC 334 (12 May 2000)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Kamal Nath & Ors [1996] INSC 1608 (13 December 1996)

Headnote :

The Environment (Protection) Act of 1986, Section 2(a) - A petition has been submitted to safeguard two bird species, the Great Indian Bustard and the Lesser Florican, both of which are nearing extinction. A study has estimated that there are approximately 3 bird deaths per kilometer per month for l...

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Ramachnadrapura Math Vs. Sri Samsthana Mahabaleshwara Devaru

Judgement Date : 19 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 208 SC

Headnote :

According to the Karnataka Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments Act of 1997, specifically Sections 1(4) and 23, regarding the administration of temples, a notification was issued declaring the \'Gokarna Mahabaleshwara Temple\' to be under the Act\'s jurisdiction. The petitioner req...

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In Re: Expeditious Trial of Cases Under Section 138 of N.I. Act 1881.

Judgement Date : 16 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 205 SC

Negotiable Instruments (Amendment and Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2002
Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881

Adalat Prasad Vs. Rooplal Jindal & Ors [2004] Insc 488 (25 August 2004)

Headnote :

Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 - Dishonour of Cheque - Guidelines for Swift Trial of Cheque Cases:

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Boota Singh Vs. State of Haryana

Judgement Date : 16 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 206 SC

Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985

Headnote :

The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act of 1985, specifically Sections 15 and 42, addresses the recovery of narcotics from a private vehicle parked on a public road. It was noted that there was a failure to document secret information in writing and to obtain the necessary search warrants...

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VIIT Pharmacy College Vs. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University

Judgement Date : 15 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 203 SC

Pharmacy Act, 1948

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 32 - Request for Affiliation for B. Pharma course - Institutions providing education for degrees and diplomas in Pharmacy must adhere to the norms and regulations established by the Pharmacy Council of India and other relevant authorities under the Pharmacy A...

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Asset Reconstruction Company (India) Limited Vs. Bishal Jaiswal

Judgement Date : 15 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 204 SC

Banking Regulation Act, 1949
Companies Act, 2013
Constitution of India
Electricity Act, 2003
Gwalior
Indian Contract Act, 1872
Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Second Amendment) Act, 2018
Insurance Act, 1938
Limitation Act, 1963
Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
NI Act, Section 118. Presumptions as to negotiable instruments of consideration
NI Act, Section 138. Dishonour of cheque for insufficiency, etc., of funds in the accounts
NI Act, Section 139. Presumption in favour of holder
Recovery of Debts Due to Banks and Financial Institutions Act, 1993

A.V. Murthy Vs. B.S. Nagabasavanna [2002] INSC 69 (8 February 2002)

Headnote :

The Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Securities Interest Act, 2002, Section 13, along with the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, Section 7, and the Limitation Act, 1963, Section 18, addresses whether entries in balance sheets constitute an acknowledgment o...

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State of Rajasthan Vs. Ashok Kumar Kashyap

Judgement Date : 13 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 200 SC

Chitresh Kumar Chopra Vs. State [2009] INSC 1423 (10 August 2009)

Headnote :

The Criminal Procedure Code of 1973, specifically Sections 227 and 228, along with Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act of 1988, addresses allegations of corruption. In this case, the accused, who served as a Patwari, was alleged to have solicited a bribe in exchange for issuing a Domicile...

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M/s. Neeharika Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. Vs. State of Maharashtra

Judgement Date : 13 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 201 SC

Constitution of India
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)

Ajay Mitra Vs. State of M.P. & Ors [2003] INSC 29 (28 January 2003)
State of U.P. Vs. O.P. Sharma [1996] INSC 198 (6 February 1996)

Headnote :

The Criminal Procedure Code of 1973, specifically Sections 438 and 482, along with various sections of the Indian Penal Code of 1860, including Sections 406, 420, 465, 468, 471, and 120B, pertain to an application for anticipatory bail and the quashing of criminal proceedings by the accused. An inte...

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Ghanashyam Mishra and Sons Private Limited through the Authorized Signatory Vs. Edelweiss Asset Reconstruction Company Limited through the Director

Judgement Date : 13 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 202 SC

Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act, 1988
Constitution of India
Haryana Municipal Act, 1973
Income Tax Act, 1961
Insolvency and Bankruptcy (Application to Adjudicating Authority) Rules, 2016
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (Insolvency Resolution Process for Corporate Persons) Regulations, 2016

Headnote :

A. Under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, specifically Sections 7, 30, and 31, once a resolution plan is approved by the Adjudicating Authority, the claims outlined in that plan will be frozen. This plan will be binding on the Corporate Debtor, its employees, members, creditorsâ€”including...

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Justice V. Eswaraiah (Retd.) Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 12 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 197 SC

Societies Registration Act, 1860

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 136 - The appellant, a former High Court judge, was subject to a directive from the High Court to investigate the authenticity of a conversation between the appellant and a District Judge regarding the Chief Justice of the High Court, which was found on a pen...

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IFFCO Tokio General Insurance Company Ltd. Vs. Pearl Beverages Ltd.

Judgement Date : 12 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 198 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 279. Rash driving or riding on a public way
IPC Section 427. Mischief causing damage to the amount of fifty rupees
Motor Vehicles Act, 1939
Motor Vehicles Act, 1988

Headnote :

A. Under Section 23 of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, and Section 185 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, regarding drunk driving and accidents: The car driven by the respondent was operated in a reckless and negligent manner at a high speed, leading to a loss of control. The vehicle collided force...

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M/s. Envitech Marine Consultants Private Limited Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 12 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 199 SC

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 136, states that a \'No Objection Certificate\' from the Ministry of Defence of the Government of India is required for the conversion of the warship INS Viraat from scrap to preservation. It was determined that the surveyors\' certificate indicates that the...

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M/s. Utkal Suppliers Vs. M/s. Maa Kanak Durga Enterprises

Judgement Date : 09 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 191 SC

Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970
Orissa Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1956

Headnote :

The Orissa Shops and Commercial Establishments Act of 1956, Section 4, and the Contracts Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act of 1970, Section 1(4) pertain to a tender process. A Tender Call Notice was issued by the respondent authority, inviting sealed tenders from eligible registered diet prepara...

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Central Coalfields Limited through its Chairman and Managing Director Vs. Smt. Parden Oraon

Judgement Date : 09 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 192 SC

Headnote :

Compassionate appointment - Appointment of son in lieu of absent father - It was determined that the widow\'s husband has been missing since 2002. According to records, the widow\'s two sons, who are dependents of their father, are also listed as dependents of the widow. This indicates that there wa...

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Sudesh Kedia Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 09 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 193 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985
National Investigation Agency Act, 2008
Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967

Headnote :

The Criminal Procedure Code of 1973, Section 164, along with the Indian Penal Code of 1860, Sections 120B, 414, 384, 386, and 387, and the Criminal Law Amendment (CLA) Act, Section 17(1)(2), as well as the Arms Act of 1959, Sections 25(1B)(a), 26, and 35, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act...

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A.R. Madana Gopal Vs. M/s. Ramnath Publications Pvt. Ltd.

Judgement Date : 09 Apr 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 194 SC

Income Tax Act, 1961
Specific Relief Act, 1963

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A. Under Section 20 of the Specific Relief Act, 1963, regarding suits for specific performance of agreements, any delays caused by court procedures cannot be held against the plaintiff when it comes to granting specific performance. The plaintiff did not initiate lawsuits immediately after the Writ...

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