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Ajay Kumar @ Bittu Vs. State of Uttarakhand

Judgement Date : 29 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 42 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 506. Punishment for criminal intimidation

Headnote :

Summoning under Section 319 - Subsequent proceedings cannot be used as a reason to disregard the validity of the summoning order under Section 319 of the Cr.P.C.Criminal Procedure Code, 1973, Section 319 - Summoning order - The Trial Court granted the informant\'s application and summoned the appell...

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Amruta Ben Himanshu Kumar Shah Vs. Himanshu Kumar Pravinchandra Shah

Judgement Date : 29 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 43 SC

Headnote :

A. Under Section 25 of the Civil Procedure Code, 1908, and Section 9 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, regarding the transfer of cases, the petitioner\'s previous request to move the case from Palanpur, Gujarat to Mumbai was denied. The dismissal of the transfer petition does not constitute res judic...

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Assam Industrial Development Corporation Ltd. Vs. Gillapukri Tea Company Ltd.

Judgement Date : 28 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 39 SC

Land Acquisition Act, 1894
Land Acquisition Act, 1894
Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013

Headnote :

The Land Acquisition Act of 1894, Section 4 - New notification - The State Government acquired the subject land to establish a plastic park. The award was sanctioned on March 5, 2010. The plastic project for which the land acquisition was initiated has already been developed on the acquired land. On...

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Chintpurni Medical College and Hospital Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 28 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 40 SC

Indian Medical Council Act, 1956

Headnote :

The Indian Medical Council Act of 1956, Section 11(2) - Admission - Permission - The High Court refused to grant relief to the appellant college, directing the respondent not to allow admissions for the academic years 2019-20 and 2020-21 without an inspection. The appellants\' reliance on the Suprem...

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Anjali Brahmawar Chauhan Vs. Navin Chauhan

Judgement Date : 22 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 35 SC

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 137, and the Civil Procedure Code, 1908, Section 25, address the transfer of cases. In this instance, the petitioner\'s request to transfer a matrimonial case from the Family Court in Gautambudh Nagar to the Court of the Principal Judge, Family Court, Saket,...

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Indian Bank Vs. Mahaveer Khariwal

Judgement Date : 22 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 36 SC

Headnote :

A. According to Regulation 29 of the Indian Bank Employees Pension Regulations, 1995, regarding voluntary retirement, an employee submitted a request for voluntary retirement along with a plea to shorten the three-month notice period. The employee permitted the employer to deduct the salary for the...

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Ankita Meena Vs. University of Delhi

Judgement Date : 22 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 37 SC

Headnote :

The Bar Council of India Rules, Rule 10 - A student contested the High Court\'s decision that denied them permission to sit for the 4th semester LL.B examination due to insufficient attendance. Following the Court\'s orders, the petitioner took the exams for the 4th, 5th, and 6th Semesters. The Univ...

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Darshan Singh Vs. State of Punjab

Judgement Date : 22 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 38 SC

Headnote :

The pension grant under the Pension Scheme - Court\'s Directive - Clarification - The Government of Punjab proposed a pension scheme in place of the Contributory Provident Fund in 1991, which was eventually implemented in 1999. A total of 214 individuals were deemed eligible for the pension. The Cou...

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Ms. X Vs. State of Jharkhand

Judgement Date : 20 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 31 SC

Criminal Procedure Code, 1973
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 376. Punishment for rape
IPC Section 506. Punishment for criminal intimidation
Jharkhand Victim Compensation Scheme, 2012

Headnote :

A. According to Article 32 of the Constitution of India, 1950, and Section 357A of the Criminal Procedure Code, 1973, as well as Section 3(xi) of the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, and Sections 228A and 376 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, the media\'s...

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State of Uttarakhand Vs. Smt. Sureshwati

Judgement Date : 20 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 32 SC

Industrial Disputes Act, 1947
Uttaranchal School Education Act, 2006

M.P. Electricity Board Vs. Hariram [2004] Insc 586 (27 September 2004)

Headnote :

The Industrial Disputes Act of 1947, specifically Sections 10, 23, and 25B, addresses the order of reinstatement. If an employer does not conduct an inquiry before dismissing or discharging a worker, they can still justify their actions in front of the Labour Court by presenting evidence. The entire...

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Haryana Space Application Centre (HARSAC) Vs. M/s. Pan India Consultants Pvt. Ltd.

Judgement Date : 20 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 33 SC

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996

Headnote :

The Arbitration and Conciliation Act of 1996, specifically Sections 10(1), 12, and 29A(4), pertains to the arbitration agreement between a contractor and a government department regarding delays in project completion. The Principal Secretary of the Government of Haryana was appointed as the nominee...

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In Re: Advocate on Record Includes a Proprietary Firm

Judgement Date : 20 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 34 SC

Constitution of India
Government of India Act, 1935
Supreme Court Rules, 2013

Headnote :

A. Under the Constitution of India, 1950, specifically Articles 14 and 145, and in accordance with the Supreme Court Rules 2013, particularly Order 4 Rules 15 to 29, a partnership firm of advocates sought to register under a different name. They requested that the entry in the Advocate On Record reg...

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The National Highways Authority of India Vs. Pandarinathan Govindarajulu

Judgement Date : 19 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 24 SC

Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986
Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
National Highways Act, 1956
National Highways Act, 1956

Headnote :

The Environment (Protection) Act of 1986, Section 3, has issued a stay on the expansion of National Highway 45-A from Villuppuram to Nagapattinam until environmental clearance is obtained. It was determined that the \"right of way\" encompasses both the existing National Highway and any additional r...

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Lakhvir Singh Etc. Vs. State of Punjab

Judgement Date : 19 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 25 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 34. Acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention
IPC Section 397. Robbery, or dacoity, with attempt to cause death or grievous hurt
Probation of Offenders Act, 1958
Reformatory Schools Act, 1897

Headnote :

The Indian Penal Code of 1860, specifically Sections 382 and 307 in conjunction with Section 34, along with the Probation of Offenders Act of 1958, Sections 4 and 6, addresses robbery with an attempt to inflict death or serious injury. In this case, a compromise was reached between the parties invol...

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Bajranga (D) by LRS. Vs. State of Madhya Pradesh

Judgement Date : 19 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 26 SC

Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
Constitution of India
Gwalior
Madhya Pradesh Ceiling on Agricultural Holdings Act, 1960
Madhya Pradesh Land Revenue Code, 1959

Headnote :

The Madhya Pradesh Ceiling on Agricultural Holdings Act, 1960, Section 7(b) addresses surplus land acquisition. The appellant\'s predecessor was the bhumiswami of 64.438 acres of agricultural dry land, which exceeded the ceiling limit. Given that the appellant, along with his family of five, could o...

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Venigalla Koteswaramma Vs. Malampati Suryamba

Judgement Date : 19 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 27 SC

Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
Land Acquisition Act, 1894
Land Acquisition Act, 1894
Section 54. TPA, “Sale” defined.
Transfer of Property Act, 1882

Headnote :

A. Partition Suit - Key Issues - In a partition suit, the Court addresses three primary issues: (i) whether the individual requesting the division has a share or interest in the property in question, (ii) whether they are entitled to a remedy of division and separate possession, and (iii) the method...

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Rama Narang Vs. Ramesh Narang

Judgement Date : 19 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 28 SC

Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
Companies Act, 2013
Constitution of India
Contempt of Courts Act, 1971
Income Tax Act, 1961

Rama Narang Vs. Ramesh Narang & Ors [1995] INSC 73 (19 January 1995)
In Re: Vinay Chandra Mishra [1995] INSC 180 (10 March 1995)
State Bank of India Vs. Ajit Jain & Ors [1994] INSC 623 (1 December 1994)

Headnote :

The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, Section 2(b) - Companies Act, 1956, Sections 397 and 398 - The petitioner/father\'s lack of cooperation in the company\'s operations - Sons filed an application for oppression within the company and sought an interim measure from the Company Law Board - The petition...

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Manish Kumar Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 19 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 29 SC

Bihar Land Reforms Act, 1950
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014
Companies Act, 2013
Constitution of India
Delegation of Powers
Delegation of Powers
Delhi Apartment Ownership Act, 1986
Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946
Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946
Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946
General Clauses Act, 1897
Gwalior
Insolvency and Bankruptcy (Application to Adjudicating Authority) Rules, 2016
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (Insolvency Resolution Process for Corporate Persons) Regulations, 2016
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Act, 2020
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Second Amendment) Bill, 2019
Limitation Act, 1963
Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008
Maharashtra Housing (Regulation and Development) Act, 2012
National Company Law Tribunal Rules, 2016
Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002
Recovery of Debts Due to Banks and Financial Institutions Act, 1993
Registration Act, 1908
Registration Act, 1908
Registration Act, 1908
Section 111. TPA, Determination of lease.
U.P. Imposition Of Ceiling On Land Holdings Act, 1960

Ashutosh Gupta Vs. State of Rajasthan & Ors [2002] INSC 158 (20 March 2002)
State of Kerala Vs. Aravind Ramakant Modawdakar & Ors [1999] INSC 254 (10 August 1999)
K.S. Paripoornan Vs. State of Kerala [1994] INSC 469 (12 September 1994)
Maneka Gandhi Vs. Union of India [1978] INSC 16 (25 January 1978)

Headnote :

A. The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, Sections 7(1), 11, and 32A (amended by the Act of 2020) - Amendment - Malice - The amendment stipulates that a minimum of 100 allottees or 10% of the total allottees, whichever is lower, must support the application to initiate insolvency proceedings agai...

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Manish Kumar Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 19 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 30 SC

Bihar Land Reforms Act, 1950
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014
Companies Act, 2013
Constitution of India
Delegation of Powers
Delegation of Powers
Delhi Apartment Ownership Act, 1986
Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946
Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946
Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946
General Clauses Act, 1897
Gwalior
Insolvency and Bankruptcy (Application to Adjudicating Authority) Rules, 2016
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (Insolvency Resolution Process for Corporate Persons) Regulations, 2016
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Act, 2020
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Second Amendment) Bill, 2019
Limitation Act, 1963
Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008
Maharashtra Housing (Regulation and Development) Act, 2012
National Company Law Tribunal Rules, 2016
Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002
Recovery of Debts Due to Banks and Financial Institutions Act, 1993
Registration Act, 1908
Registration Act, 1908
Registration Act, 1908
Section 111. TPA, Determination of lease.
U.P. Imposition Of Ceiling On Land Holdings Act, 1960

Ashutosh Gupta Vs. State of Rajasthan & Ors [2002] INSC 158 (20 March 2002)
State of Kerala Vs. Aravind Ramakant Modawdakar & Ors [1999] INSC 254 (10 August 1999)
K.S. Paripoornan Vs. State of Kerala [1994] INSC 469 (12 September 1994)
Maneka Gandhi Vs. Union of India [1978] INSC 16 (25 January 1978)

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Ashok Kumar Vs. State of Jammu and Kashmir

Judgement Date : 18 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 23 SC

Constitution of India

Headnote :

A. The Constitution of India, 1950, Articles 14, 16, and 229 - Jammu & Kashmir High Court Staff (Conditions of Service) Rules, 1968, Rule 6 - Promotion - Authority to set qualifications - The order issued by the Chief Justice of the Jammu & Kashmir High Court, which mandates graduation as a qualific...

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S. Sundara Kumar Vs. State represented by the Inspector of Police, Vigilance and Anti-Corruption, Thoothukudi District, Tamil Nadu

Judgement Date : 13 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 19 SC

Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988

Headnote :

The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, Sections 7 and 13(2) in conjunction with 13(1)(d) addresses illegal gratification. Regarding the sentencing, the Special Court imposed a two-year sentence, which was upheld by the High Court. The accused has already served approximately one year and one month...

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Dipika Jagatram Sahan Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 13 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 20 SC

Constitution of India
Disaster Management Act, 2005
Disaster Management Act, 2005
Disaster Management Act, 2005
National Food Security Act, 2013

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 21, along with the National Food Security Act, 2013, Sections 4 to 7, addresses the reopening of Anganwadi Centres. Following the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Anganwadi Centres were closed nationwide. Since children represent the future, it is crucial t...

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M/s. Vellanki frame works Vs. The Commercial Tax Officer, Visakhapatnam

Judgement Date : 13 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 21 SC

Bill of Entry (Electronic Declaration) Regulations, 1995
Central Sales Tax (Registration and Turnover) Rules, 1957
Central Sales Tax Act, 1956
Constitution of India
Customs Act, 1962
Import Manifest (Vessels) Regulations, 1971
Sale of Goods Act, 1930

Headnote :

A. Under Section 147 of the Customs Act, 1962, the appellant argued that he was acting as an agent for the end customer. However, a Customs House Agent\'s role is limited to submitting documents for the clearance of imported goods on behalf of the importer or owner. Such an agent cannot be considere...

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Tamil Nadu Housing Board Vs. Abdul Salam Sarkar

Judgement Date : 13 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 22 SC

Constitution of India

Headnote :

The Land Acquisition Act of 1894, specifically Sections 4 and 23, addresses the issue of interest on solatium. It states that interest on solatium is payable if the reference court has neither explicitly rejected it nor impliedly dismissed it. Additionally, such a claim can only be pursued in ongoin...

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Himachal Pradesh Bus Stand Management and Development Authority (HPBSM&DA) Vs. The Central Empowered Committee

Judgement Date : 12 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 15 SC

Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981
Constitution of India
Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980
Himachal Pradesh Bus Stands Management and Development Authority Act, 1999
Himachal Pradesh Town and Country Planning Act, 1977
Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
National Green Tribunal Act, 2010
Punjab Land Preservation Act, 1900
Punjab Land Preservation Act, 1900

Headnote :

The National Green Tribunal Act of 2010, Section 22, and the Forest (Conservation) Act of 1980, Section 2, address the diversion of 0.093 hectares of forest land for the construction of a Hotel-cum-Restaurant in the Bus Stand Complex. It was determined that any construction on forest land or its use...

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Asharam Tiwari Vs. State of Madhya Pradesh

Judgement Date : 12 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 16 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 323. Punishment for voluntarily causing hurt

Headnote :

Sections 302/34, 324/34, 325/34, and 323 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, along with Section 27 of the Evidence Act, 1872, pertain to murder committed with a common intention. The conviction and sentence are based on the reliable and truthful statements of the injured witnesses, with no evidence of f...

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The Mavilayi Service Cooperative Bank Ltd. Vs. Commissioner of Income Tax, Calicut

Judgement Date : 12 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 17 SC

Banking Laws
Banking Regulation Act, 1949
Co-operative Societies Act, 1912
Finance Act, 2006
Income Tax Act, 1961
Kerala Co-Operative Societies Act, 1969

Assistant Commissioner of Income Tax Vs. A.K. Menon & Ors [1995] INSC 317 (18 July 1995)
Dwarka Prasad Vs. Dwarka Das Saraf [1975] INSC 161 (11 August 1975)
Abdul Jabar Butt Vs. State of Jammu & Kashmir [1956] INSC 69 (13 November 1956)

Headnote :

A. Under the Income Tax Act of 1961, specifically Sections 80P(2)(a)(i) and 80P(4), which pertain to Co-operative Societies and income deductions, it is established that the binding ratio of a judgment is determined by the legal principles it articulates, rather than the specific conclusions drawn f...

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Anversinh @ Kiransinh Fatesinh Zala Vs. State of Gujarat

Judgement Date : 12 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 18 SC

Indian Contract Act, 1872
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 361. Kidnapping from lawful guardianship
IPC Section 376. Punishment for rape
Section 366. Kidnapping, abducting or inducing woman to compel her marriage, etc.

Headnote :

A. Under the Indian Penal Code of 1860, specifically Sections 376, 363, and 366, which address the kidnapping and rape of a minor girl, the question arises whether a consensual relationship can serve as a defense against a charge of kidnapping a minor. The court ruled that since the victim was recov...

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High Court of Kerala Vs. Reshma A.

Judgement Date : 11 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 11 SC

Constitution of India
Delhi Higher Judicial Service Rules, 1970
Kerala Public Services Act, 1968

State of Bihar Vs. Secretariat Asstt. Successful Examinees Union [1993] INSC 417 (8 October 1993)

Headnote :

A. According to Rule 7(2) of the Kerala Judicial Service Rules, 1991, and Section 2(1) of the Kerala Public Services Act 1968, when appointing Munsif Magistrates, the High Court must assess the probable number of vacancies to be filled. This assessment should consider: (i) the current number of vaca...

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M/s. N.N. Global Mercantile Pvt. Ltd. Vs. M/s. Indo Unique Flame Ltd.

Judgement Date : 11 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 12 SC

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
Bombay Hereditary Offices Act, 1874
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
Commercial Courts Act, 2015
Constitution of India
Indian Contract Act, 1872
Indian Stamp Act, 1899
Indian Stamp Act, 1899
Indian Stamp Act, 1899
Indian Stamp Act, 1899
Maharashtra Stamp Act, 1958
Registration Act, 1908
Registration Act, 1908
Registration Act, 1908

United India Insurance Co. Ltd. [JULY 02, 2018]

Headnote :

A. Under Section 8 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, the question arises whether an arbitration agreement is rendered non-existent, invalid, or unenforceable if the underlying contract lacks the necessary stamp as per the applicable Stamp Act. The ruling is that it does not. The arbitra...

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IREO Grace Realtech Pvt. Ltd. Vs. Abhishek Khanna

Judgement Date : 11 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 13 SC

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
Consumer Protection Act, 2019
Disaster Management Act, 2005
Disaster Management Act, 2005
Disaster Management Act, 2005
Factories Act, 1948
Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
Punjab Factory Rules, 1952
Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Bill, 2013
Recovery of Debts Due to Banks and Financial Institutions Act, 1993
Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992
Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992
Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956
Seeds Act, 1966

Headnote :

A. Under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, specifically Sections 2(1)(r) and 23, regarding the sale of an apartment, the timeline for delivering possession is outlined. The developer proposed to provide possession to the allottee within 42 months from the approval date of the Building Plans, contin...

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Beghar Foundation through its Secretary Vs. Justice K.S. Puttaswamy (Retd.)

Judgement Date : 11 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 14 SC

Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016
Finance Act, 2017

Headnote :

A. Constitution of India, 1950, Article 137 - Aadhaar verdict - Review - Review petitions submitted against the final judgment and order dated 26.09.2018 - A change in law or a subsequent decision/judgment by a coordinate or larger Bench alone cannot be considered a valid reason for review - The rev...

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Mihir Gope Vs. State of Jharkhand

Judgement Date : 08 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 10 SC

Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)

Manoj Kumar Vs State of Himachal Pradesh [MAY 15, 2018]

Headnote :

A. Indian Penal Code, 1860, Sections 302 and 34 - Murder - Conviction - Overturned - The accused appellants attacked members of the victim\'s family, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. The dispute arose over the accused constructing a hut on the victim\'s land. Eyewitness testimonies for th...

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Bhaven Construction through Authorised Signatory Premjibhai K. Shah Vs. Executive Engineer Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Ltd.

Judgement Date : 06 Jan 2021

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 676 SC

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
Constitution of India
Gujarat Public Works Contracts Disputes Arbitration Tribunal Act, 1992

Headnote :

The Arbitration and Conciliation Act of 1996, specifically Sections 16(2) and 34, addresses the appointment of an arbitrator in a dispute concerning payments related to the manufacturing and supply of bricks. The question arises as to whether the arbitral process can be interfered with under Article...

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Common Cause Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 06 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 9 SC

Headnote :

A. Under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, specifically Sections 8A(6) and 21(5), the Government has issued demand notices for compensation due to excess ore production. The applicant requested permission from the State Government to remove ore that has already been mine...

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Rajeev Suri Vs. Delhi Development Authority

Judgement Date : 05 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 1 SC

Common Cause Vs. Union of India [MAY 13, 2015]
Common Cause Vs. Union of India [APRIL 23, 2014]
Ashoka Kumar Thakur Vs. Union of India & Ors [2008] INSC 612 (10 April 2008)
Ashoka Kumar Thakur Vs. Union of India & Ors [2008] INSC 613 (10 April 2008)
Ashoka Kumar Thakur Vs. Union of India & Ors [2008] INSC 614 (10 April 2008)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [2007] Insc 1031 (10 October 2007)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [2006] Insc 79 (16 February 2006)
Intellectuals Forum, Tirupathi Vs. State of A.P. & Ors [2006] Insc 86 (23 February 2006)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [2006] Insc 203 (13 April 2006)
R.S. Garg Vs. State of U.P. & Ors [2006] Insc 456 (27 July 2006)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [2006] Insc 625 (29 September 2006)
Jagjit Singh Vs. State of Haryana & Ors [2006] Insc 935 (11 December 2006)
State of Orissa & Ors Vs. Gopinath Dash & Ors [2005] INSC 689 (9 December 2005)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [2004] Insc 179 (18 March 2004)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [2003] INSC 208 (2 April 2003)
Common Cause Vs. Union of India & Ors [2003] INSC 513 (8 October 2003)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Kamal Nath & Ors [2000] INSC 334 (12 May 2000)
Narmada Bachao Andolan Vs. Union of India & Ors [2000] INSC 518 (18 October 2000)
A.P. Pollution Control Board Ii Vs. Prof. M.V. Nayudu & Ors [2000] INSC 679 (22 December 2000)
Punjab Communications Ltd. Vs. Union of India & Ors [1999] INSC 180 (4 May 1999)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [1999] INSC 225 (22 July 1999)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [1998] INSC 8 (7 January 1998)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [1998] INSC 295 (12 May 1998)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [1998] INSC 300 (12 May 1998)
National Buildings Construction Corporation Vs. S. Raghunathan & Ors [1998] INSC 434 (28 August 1998)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [1998] INSC 625 (18 December 1998)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [1998] INSC 633 (18 December 1998)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [1997] INSC 840 (20 November 1997)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [1996] INSC 763 (8 July 1996)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Union of India & Ors [1996] INSC 1290 (11 October 1996)
M.C. Mehta Vs. Kamal Nath & Ors [1996] INSC 1608 (13 December 1996)
Khoday Distilleries Ltd. Vs. State of Karnataka [1994] INSC 527 (19 October 1994)
Maneka Gandhi Vs. Union of India [1978] INSC 16 (25 January 1978)

Headnote :

A. The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 32 - Delhi Development Act, 1957, Section 11A - Delhi Urban Art Commission Act, 1973, Section 11 - Central Vista Project - The existing Parliament House does not adequately meet current accommodation needs - A new Parliament Building is proposed to provide...

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SREI Equipment Finance Ltd. Vs. Ramjan Ali

Judgement Date : 05 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 2 SC

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
Motor Vehicles Act, 1988

Headnote :

The Criminal Procedure Code of 1973, Section 482, along with Sections 51(1), (3), and (4) and 55(5) of the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988, and Rule 61 of the Central Motor Vehicle Rules of 1989, pertains to hire-purchase agreements and the consequences of loan non-repayment on vehicle release. The Motor...

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The Chairperson Governing Body Daulat Ram College Vs. Dr. Asha

Judgement Date : 05 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 3 SC

Headnote :

A. According to the University of Delhi Act, 1922 - Ordinance XVIII, 6-A, the Principal is responsible for appointing the Warden of the College Hostel. It has been determined that the Governing Body of the College holds the authority to appoint the Warden, and the Staff Council does not have the pow...

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Deputy General Manager (Appellate Authority) Vs. Ajai Kumar Srivastava

Judgement Date : 05 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 4 SC

Constitution of India
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 120B. Punishment of criminal conspiracy
IPC Section 471. Using as genuine a forged document or electronic record
Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
State Bank of India Act, 1955

Headnote :

A. Under the Constitution of India, 1950, specifically Articles 226, 32, and 136, regarding departmental inquiries and judicial review, when a disciplinary inquiry is conducted against a public servant for alleged misconduct, the court\'s role is limited to examining: (i) whether the inquiry was con...

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M/s. Padia Timber Company Pvt. Ltd. Vs. The Board of Trustees of Visakhapatnam Port Trust through its Secretary

Judgement Date : 05 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 5 SC

Indian Contract Act, 1872
Industrial Disputes Act, 1947
Major Port Trusts Act, 1963
Punjab Municipal Act, 1911

U.P. Rajkiya Nirman Nigam Ltd. Vs. Indure Pvt. Ltd. & Ors [1996] INSC 223 (9 February 1996)

Headnote :

According to Section 4 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872, an offer must be absolute, and both the offer and its acceptance must be based on three essential elements: certainty, commitment, and communication. If the acceptor introduces new conditions while accepting a contract that has already been pr...

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Kirti Vs. Oriental Insurance Company Ltd.

Judgement Date : 05 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 6 SC

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

Headnote :

A. Under Section 168 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, regarding the death of a married couple in a motor accident, it was determined that the deduction for personal expenses should be one-fourth instead of one-third as previously applied by the Tribunal and High Court. This decision was based on the...

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Hari Om @ Hero Vs. State of Uttar Pradesh

Judgement Date : 05 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 7 SC

Arms Act, 1959
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 302. Punishment for murder
IPC Section 396. Dacoity with murder
IPC Section 412. Dishonestly receiving property stolen in the commission of a dacoity

Headnote :

A. Indian Penal Code, 1860 Sections 396 and 412; Scheduled Castes and The Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 Section 3(2)(v) - Dacoity with murder - Death penalty - Evaluation of the testimony of the child witness, the son of the sole survivor - Reliability - i) The child witness...

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Murali Vs. State rep. by the Inspector of Police

Judgement Date : 05 Jan 2021

Citation : 2021 Latest Caselaw 8 SC

Criminal Procedure Code, 1973
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 307. Attempt to murder
IPC Section 324. Voluntarily causing hurt by dangerous weapons or means
IPC Section 326. Voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means
IPC Section 34. Acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention
IPC Section 341. Punishment for wrongful restraint.

Nanda Gopalan Vs. State of Kerala [April 24, 2015]
Mohar Singh Vs. State of Rajasthan [May 11, 2015]
Mohar Singh Vs. The State of Rajasthan & Ors [1998] INSC 221 (16 April 1998)

Headnote :

The Indian Penal Code of 1860, specifically Sections 324 and 341, along with Section 320 of the Criminal Procedure Code of 1973, addresses the issue of an amicable settlement between the accused and the victim. It was determined that such a settlement can be a significant factor in considering a red...

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Suresh Shah Vs. Hipad Technology India Private Ltd.

Judgement Date : 18 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 669 SC

Section 114. TPA, Relief against forfeiture for non-payment of rent.

Headnote :

The Arbitration and Conciliation Act of 1996, specifically Section 11(5), along with Sections 111, 114, and 114A of the Transfer of Property Act of 1882, pertains to the appointment of a Sole Arbitrator to address disputes arising from a Sub-Lease deed. It was determined that if special statutes do...

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

Judgement Date : 18 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 670 SC

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Nayara Energy Ltd. Vs. State of Gujarat

Judgement Date : 18 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 671 SC

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 136, addresses the withdrawal of increased compensation. The High Court, through the contested order, allowed the original claimants to withdraw 50% of the 80% increased compensation awarded by the Reference Court. The lands of the original claimants were acq...

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Pradeep Kumar Sonthalia Vs. Dhiraj Prasad Sahu @ Dhiraj Sahu

Judgement Date : 18 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 672 SC

Headnote :

According to Article 191(1)(e) of the Constitution of India, 1950, and Section 8(3) of the Representation of The People Act, 1951, the question arose regarding the validity of a vote cast by a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) in the Rajya Sabha election. Specifically, it was asked whether th...

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M/s. Galaxy Transport Agencies, Contractors, Traders, Transports and Suppliers Vs. M/s. New J. K. Roadways, Fleet Owners and Transport Contractors

Judgement Date : 18 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 673 SC

Headnote :

A. Under Article 14 of the Constitution of India, 1950, regarding the tender conditions, Condition No. 31 of the Notice Inviting Tender (NIT) stipulated that the tenderer must possess a minimum of 30 vehicles, which should include both Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMV) and Light Motor Vehicles (LMV), along...

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Saurav Yadav Vs. State of Uttar Pradesh

Judgement Date : 18 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 674 SC

Headnote :

A. According to Section 3 of the U.P. Public Services (Reservation for Physically Handicapped, Dependents of Freedom Fighters and Ex-Servicemen) Act, 1993, candidates from horizontal reserved categories have the right to be selected in the general category. Candidates from any of these horizontal ca...

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State of Maharashtra Vs. Keshao Vishwanath Sonone

Judgement Date : 18 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 675 SC

B. Basavalingappa Vs. D. Munichinnappa [1964] INSC 199 (23 September 1964)

Headnote :

A. Under Section 41 of the States Reorganisation Act, 1956, and Article 342 of the Constitution of India, the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Orders can be modified. The designation of \'Gowari\' as \'Gond Gowari\', a Scheduled Tribe listed in item 28 of Entry 18 of the Constitution (Scheduled...

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