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Dr. Naresh Kumar Mangla Vs. Smt. Anita Agarwal

Judgement Date : 17 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 666 SC

CrPC Section 154. Information in cognizable cases
CrPC Section 438. Direction for grant of bail to person apprehending arrest
IPC Section 313. Causing miscarriage without woman’s consent
IPC Section 471. Using as genuine a forged document or electronic record

Gurbaksh Singh Sibbia Vs. State of Punjab [1980] INSC 70 (9 April 1980)

Headnote :

A. Under the Criminal Procedure Code of 1973, Section 438 of the Indian Penal Code of 1860, and Sections 498A and 304B concerning dowry death, the anticipatory bail has been canceled. The informant\'s daughter experienced an unnatural death shortly after the complaint was filed. The FIR mentions pri...
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Registrar Karnataka University Vs. Dr. Prabhugouda

Judgement Date : 17 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 667 SC

Headnote :

According to Section 2(2) of the Karnataka State Universities Act, 2000, promotions under the Career Advancement Scheme are granted to incumbent teachers based solely on their entry date into the University. The effective date for all purposes is the date the respondent began their service at the Un...
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Anglo American Metallurgical Coal Pty Ltd. Vs. MMTC Ltd.

Judgement Date : 17 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 668 SC

Headnote :

A. Under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, Section 34, and the Evidence Act, 1872, Section 94, the principle of patent ambiguity applies only when a document accurately reflects existing facts, including the specific meaning of words used. In the current case, the three \"crucial\" emails...
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Sanjai Tiwari Vs. State of Uttar Pradesh

Judgement Date : 16 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 664 SC

CrPC Section 482. Saving of inherent power of High Court
IPC Section 120B. Punishment of criminal conspiracy

Headnote :

The Criminal Procedure Code of 1973, Section 482, along with Section 13(1) and Section 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act of 1988, and Sections 420, 467, 468, 471, 477A, and 120B of the Indian Penal Code of 1860, are referenced in this case. A third party has challenged the criminal proceedin...
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Seelan @ Jeyaseelan Vs. The Inspector of Police

Judgement Date : 16 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 665 SC

Headnote :

The rape charge under Section 376(1) of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, was not limited to just that section, as the petitioner\'s counsel argued. It also falls under Section 376, which encompasses Section 376(2), carrying a sentence of 10 years. Since the State did not file any appeal and the incident...
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Dr. AKB Sadbhavana Mission School of Homeo Pharmacy Vs. The Secretary, Ministry of Ayush

Judgement Date : 15 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 660 SC

Headnote :

Homeopathy Central Council Act, 1973, Section 33 in conjunction with Section 24 - Homeopathic remedies for the prevention and alleviation of Covid-19 - The appellants argued that the directives from the Division Bench of the Kerala High Court in paragraph 14, which called for actions against Homeopa...
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Action Ispat and Power Pvt. Ltd. Vs. Shyam Metalics and Energy Ltd.

Judgement Date : 15 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 661 SC

Headnote :

The Companies Act of 1956, specifically Sections 433(e), 433(f), 434, and 439, along with Section 434(1)(c) of the Companies Act of 2013 and Rules 5 and 6 of the Companies (Transfer of Pending Proceedings) Rules, 2016, address the winding up of companies and the transfer of proceedings. Winding up p...
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Samir Agrawal Vs. Competition Commission of India

Judgement Date : 15 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 662 SC

Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
IPC Section 494. Marrying again during lifetime of husband or wife

Headnote :

Competition Act, 2002 Section 3(1) in conjunction with Section 3(3)(a), Section 3(4)(e), and Section 26(2) - Dismissal of complaint regarding anti-competitive behavior by Ola and Uber - The appellant Informant argued that due to algorithmic pricing, riders cannot negotiate fares with individual driv...
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Smt. S. Vanitha Vs. The Deputy Commissioner, Bengaluru Urban District

Judgement Date : 15 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 663 SC

IPC Section 498A. Husband or relative of husband of a women subjecting her to cruelty
Protection of Women From Domestic Violence Act, 2005

Headnote :

A. The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, Section 4, and the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, Section 17 - Women\'s Rights in Shared Housing - The rights of women to secure housing affirm their entitlement to reside in the matrimonial home or share...
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IQBAL Basith Vs. N. Subbalakshmi

Judgement Date : 14 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 657 SC

Headnote :

According to Article 136 of the Constitution of India, 1950, the appellants sought a permanent injunction as their only form of relief. The respondents did not contest the appellants\' title to the property in question. They acknowledged their ownership and possession of a different plot, which is l...
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Amar Nath Chaubey Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 14 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 658 SC

IPC Section 302. Punishment for murder

Headnote :

A. The Constitution of India, 1950, Articles 14 and 21 - The police have a legal obligation to conduct investigations into any crime in accordance with the law as outlined in the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C). A fair investigation is an essential aspect of Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution o...
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Vidya Drolia Vs. Durga Trading Corporation

Judgement Date : 14 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 659 SC

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Rohtas Vs. State of Haryana

Judgement Date : 10 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 655 SC

CrPC Section 224. Withdrawal of remaining charges on conviction on one of several charges
CrPC Section 464. Effect of omission to frame, or absence of, or error in, charge
IPC Section 148. Rioting, armed with deadly weapon
IPC Section 149. Every member of unlawful assembly guilty of offence committed in prosecution of common object
IPC Section 307. Attempt to murder
IPC Section 34. Acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention

Headnote :

A. Indian Penal Code, 1860, Sections 148, 149, and 34; Criminal Procedure Code, 1973, Sections 211 to 224 - Modification of charge sheet - If the number of accused exceeds five at the time of filing the charge sheet, but due to acquittals during the trial, the remaining accused number falls below fi...
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A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technological University Vs. Jai Bharath College of Management and Engineering Technology

Judgement Date : 10 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 656 SC

Headnote :

The APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University Act of 2015, specifically Sections 60 and 63, addresses the granting of affiliation and allows the University to impose additional conditions. The authority of universities to establish higher norms and standards is unquestionable. Although universities a...
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Madhavi Vs. Chagan

Judgement Date : 09 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 650 SC

Maharashtra Employees of Private Schools (Conditions of Service) Rules, 1981

Headnote :

The Maharashtra Employees of Private Schools (Conditions of Service) Rules, 1981, specifically Rule 6 in conjunction with Rule 2(1)(j), pertains to the promotion to the position of Head Master. The respondent petitioner contested the promotion of the appellant respondent to Head Master, asserting se...
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Saritha S. Nair Vs. Hibi Eden

Judgement Date : 09 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 651 SC

Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)

Headnote :

A. According to Section 8(3) of the Representation of The People Act, 1951, a conviction leads to disqualification from contesting elections. The date of conviction marks the beginning of the disqualification period, while the date of release determines when the disqualification ends. This means tha...
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Titty Alias George Kurian Vs. The Deputy Range Forest Officer

Judgement Date : 09 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 652 SC

CrPC Section 482. Saving of inherent power of High Court

Headnote :

The Wild Life (Protection) Act of 1972, specifically Sections 2, 9, 39A, 49A, and 51, has been invoked in a case regarding the possession of a turtle by the respondent. The turtle in question has been identified as the Indian Flap Shell Turtle (Lissemys punctata), while the species listed in Part II...
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Kush Kalra Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 09 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 653 SC

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 32: The petitioner challenges the decision made by various States and Union Territories to place posters outside the homes of individuals who are COVID-19 positive and are mandated to isolate at home. The petitioner claims that this action constitutes a serio...
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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India Vs. Shaji Poulose

Judgement Date : 09 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 654 SC

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 139A(1) - Supreme Court Rules 2013, Order 40, Rule 1 - Case Transfers - The petitioner requested the transfer of multiple Writ Petitions currently pending in High Courts. The petitioners in these writ petitions have contested the validity of Chapter VI of Gui...
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State of Madhya Pradesh Vs. Uttar Pradesh State Bridge Corporation Ltd.

Judgement Date : 08 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 645 SC

Headnote :

Article 14 of the Constitution of India, 1950 - Suppression of Information - Rejection of Tender - The appellant rejected the tender submitted by the respondent corporation, claiming that it had suppressed crucial information regarding a First Information Report (FIR) filed against it for a bridge i...
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Daulat Singh (D) through LRS. Vs. State of Rajasthan

Judgement Date : 08 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 646 SC

Rajasthan Tenancy Act, 1955
Section 122. TPA, “Gift” defined.
Section 123. TPA, Transfer how effected.

Headnote :

A. Under Section 30DD of the Rajasthan Tenancy Act, 1955, and Section 15 of the Rajasthan Imposition of Ceiling on Agricultural Holdings Act, 1973, the State Government is empowered to reopen cases if it determines that a previous order violated the Act\'s provisions and harmed the State\'s interest...
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Smriti Madan Kansagra Vs. Perry Kansagra

Judgement Date : 08 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 647 SC

Headnote :

Custody of minor child - Modification of orders - The Civil Appeal was dismissed by majority judgment with specific instructions for the appellant mother to transfer custody of the minor child to the father. The father subsequently obtained a corresponding order from the Court in Nairobi as instruct...
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Anita Sharma Vs. The New India Assurance Co. Ltd.

Judgement Date : 08 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 648 SC

Headnote :

A. Under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and Section 137 of the Evidence Act, 1872, the failure of the respondents to cross-examine the sole eyewitness or to present their version, despite having sufficient opportunity, should lead to the conclusion that they have implicitly admitted the...
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The Project Director, Project Implementation Unit Vs. P.V. Krishnamoorthy

Judgement Date : 08 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 649 SC

Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
National Highways Act, 1956
Tamil Nadu Highways Act, 2001

Headnote :

A. The National Highways Act of 1956, Section 2(2), along with Articles 246 and 257 of the Constitution of India (1950), addresses the legislative authority over National Highways. The 1956 Act and the National Highway Authority of India Act of 1988, enacted by Parliament under Entry 23 of List I in...
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Telangana Power Generation Corporation Ltd. (TSGENCO) Vs. Andhra Pradesh Power Generation Corporation Ltd.

Judgement Date : 07 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 641 SC

Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014

Headnote :

A. Under Section 82 of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, the reorganization of the state involved the allocation of employees between the newly formed states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The Act allowed the states to determine the methods for distributing personnel, but when they fail...
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National Medical Commission Vs. Mothukuru Sriyah Koumudi

Judgement Date : 07 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 642 SC

Headnote :

A. Constitution of India, 1950, Article 136 - Denial of Admission - The respondent was provisionally admitted to the MS (General Surgery) Course at the College based on her NEET PG Examination merit. However, she was denied admission because she did not appear before the College Chairman on the admi...
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Vikesh Kumar Gupta Vs. State of Rajasthan

Judgement Date : 07 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 643 SC

Headnote :

The Constitution of India, 1950, Article 136 - Expert Committee\'s Opinion - Court Interference - Courts are not permitted to question the accuracy of the Expert Committee\'s questions and answer key to reach a different conclusion. They should exercise caution before interfering with expert opinion...
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Amish Devgan Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 07 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 644 SC

CrPC Section 154. Information in cognizable cases
CrPC Section 156. Police officer’s power to investigate cognizable cases
CrPC Section 162. Statements to police not to be signed: Use of statements in evidence
CrPC Section 170. Cases to be sent to Magistrate when evidence is sufficient
CrPC Section 173. Report of police officer on completion of investigation
CrPC Section 482. Saving of inherent power of High Court
IPC Section 298. Uttering, words, etc., with deliberate intent to wound the religious feelings of any person
IPC Section 302. Punishment for murder
IPC Section 326. Voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means

Upkar Singh Vs. Ved Prakash & Ors [2004] Insc 531 (10 September 2004)
Upkar Singh Vs. Ved Prakash & Ors [2004] Insc 536 (10 September 2004)

Headnote :

A. Under the Indian Penal Code of 1860, specifically Sections 153A, 295A, and 505(2), along with the Criminal Procedure Code of 1973, Sections 156 and 179, a derogatory comment made about a Sufi saint has raised questions regarding the place of the cause of action. The debate show hosted by the peti...
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Issak Nabab Shah Vs. State of Maharashtrad

Judgement Date : 03 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 634 SC

Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985

Headnote :

Under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act of 1985, specifically Sections 8(c) and 20(b), the accused was found in possession of 6.300 kilograms of Ganja. This amount falls between the small quantity and commercial quantity categories. The maximum penalty for this offense is 10 years o...
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Sumedh Singh Saini Vs. State of Punjab

Judgement Date : 03 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 635 SC

CrPC Section 438. Direction for grant of bail to person apprehending arrest
CrPC Section 482. Saving of inherent power of High Court
IPC Section 120B. Punishment of criminal conspiracy
IPC Section 302. Punishment for murder

Headnote :

The Criminal Procedure Code of 1973, Section 438, and the Indian Penal Code of 1860, Section 302, address anticipatory bail. In this case, an FIR was filed by the deceased\'s brother nearly 29 years after the incident and 9 years following the Supreme Court\'s decision in the case reported as (2011)...
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Chaman Lal Vs. State of Himachal Pradesh

Judgement Date : 03 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 636 SC

IPC Section 375. Rape
IPC Section 376. Punishment for rape
IPC Section 506. Punishment for criminal intimidation

Chandrappa & Ors Vs. State of Karnataka [2007] Insc 142 (15 February 2007)
Balbir Singh Vs. State of Punjab [2005] INSC 152 (3 March 2005)
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)
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)
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 :

A. Under the Indian Penal Code of 1860, Sections 376 and 506, the case involves rape of a mentally retarded individual and criminal intimidation, leading to a conviction. According to medical professionals, the victim\'s IQ was assessed at 62 through a history and mental state examination, indicatin...
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Inderjit Singh Sodhi Vs. The Chairman, Punjab State Electricity Board

Judgement Date : 03 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 637 SC

Headnote :

A. According to Regulation 7(a)(ii) of the Punjab State Electricity Board Service of Engineers (Civil) Regulations, 1965, in conjunction with Regulation 10, employees of the Board are eligible for a time-bound revised promotional scale after 9/16 years of service. As per the First and Second Circula...
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Pankjeshwar Sharma Vs. State of Jammu & Kashmir

Judgement Date : 03 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 638 SC

Headnote :

A. According to Articles 14 and 16 of the Constitution of India, 1950, the State is obligated to adhere to recruitment rules and ensure that candidate selection is conducted in accordance with these rules. Appointments must be made following the established recruitment procedures, and all efforts sh...
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Jayant Vs. State of Madhya Pradesh

Judgement Date : 03 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 639 SC

CrPC Section 157. Procedure for investigations
CrPC Section 173. Report of police officer on completion of investigation
CrPC Section 190. Cognizance of offences by Magistrates
CrPC Section 195. Prosecution for contempt of lawful authority of public servants, for offences against public justice and for offences relating to documents given in evidence
CrPC Section 197. Prosecution of Judges and public servants
CrPC Section 200. Examination of complainant
CrPC Section 202. Postponement of issue of process
CrPC Section 482. Saving of inherent power of High Court
IPC Section 378. Theft
IPC Section 414. Assisting in concealment of stolen property
M.P. Minerals (Prevention of Illegal Mining, Transportation and Storage) Rules, 2006
Madhya Pradesh Minor Mineral Rules, 1996

Centre for Public Interest Litigation Vs. Union of India & Ors [APRIL 08, 2016]
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)
Darshan Singh Ram Kishan Vs. State of Maharashtra [1971] INSC 234 (2 September 1971)

Headnote :

The Criminal Procedure Code of 1973, Section 482, along with the Indian Penal Code of 1860, Sections 379 and 414, and the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act of 1957, Sections 4 and 21, as well as Rule 18 of the M.P. Minerals (Prevention of Illegal Mining, Transportation and Storage)...
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Skill Lotto Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Vs. Union of India

Judgement Date : 03 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 640 SC

Bombay Lotteries (Control and Tax) and Prize Competitions (Tax) Act, 1958
Bombay Lotteries (Control and Tax) and Prize Competitions (Tax) Act, 1958
Integrated Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017
Section 3. TPA, Interpretation clause.

Headnote :

A. The Constitution of India, 1950, Articles 14, 19(1)(g), 301, and 304; Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, Section 2(52); Lotteries (Regulation) Act, 1998, Section 2(b) - Actionable claims - Inclusion in the definition of goods - Tax imposition - The Parliament has been granted the authority...
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Nimay Sah Vs. State of Jharkhand

Judgement Date : 02 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 630 SC

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 34. Acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention
IPC Section 498A. Husband or relative of husband of a women subjecting her to cruelty

Headnote :

According to the prosecution\'s account under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, in conjunction with Section 34, the accused\'s involvement was limited to a demand for dowry of Rs. 10,000 during the vidai ceremony, followed by harassment due to non-payment. However, none of the witnesses p...
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M/s. Panther Security Service Pvt. Ltd. Vs. The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation

Judgement Date : 02 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 631 SC

Maharashtra Private Security Guards (Regulation of Employment and Welfare) Act, 1981
Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005
Private Security Agencies Central Model Rules, 2006
Private Security Agencies Central Model Rules, 2006

Headnote :

The Employees Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act of 1952, Section 7A, addresses the determination of funds owed by the employer. It was ruled that the provisions of the EPF Act are applicable to private security agencies that provide specialized personnel to their clients, provided the...
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Paramvir Singh Saini Vs. Baljit Singh

Judgement Date : 02 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 632 SC

Constitution of India
CrPC Section 161. Examination of witnesses by police
Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993

Shafhi Mohammad Vs. The State of Himachal Pradesh [January 30, 2018]
Shafhi Mohammad Vs. The State of Himachal Pradesh [3rd April, 2018]

Headnote :

#A. Under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, specifically Sections 17 and 18, and Article 21 of the Constitution of India, individuals who experience serious injuries or custodial deaths due to police force are entitled to file complaints with the State Human Rights Commission. The Commission...
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Sandeep Kumar Vs. State of Uttarakhand

Judgement Date : 02 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 633 SC

Criminal Procedure Code, 1973
CrPC Section 106. Security for keeping the peace on conviction
CrPC Section 161. Examination of witnesses by police
IPC Section 304B. Dowry death
IPC Section 306. Abetment of suicide
IPC Section 498A. Husband or relative of husband of a women subjecting her to cruelty

Inder Singh Vs. State of Punjab [1994] INSC 475 (15 September 1994)
Bhupinder Singh Vs. State of Punjab [1988] INSC 93 (6 April 1988)
Anant Chintaman Lagu Vs. The State of Bombay [1959] INSC 150 (14 December 1959)

Headnote :

A. Under Sections 378 and 386 of the Criminal Procedure Code, 1973, and Section 304B of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, regarding dowry death, the prosecution did not succeed in proving that the cause of death was unnatural. The allegations concerning a demand of Rs. 10 lakhs by the accused are fraught...
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STATE OF JHARKHAND vs BRAHMPUTRA METALLICS LTD., RANCHI

Judgement Date : 01 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 628 SC

Bihar Electricity Duty Act, 1948
Bihar Electricity Duty Act, 1948
Bihar Electricity Duty Act, 1948
Kerala Building Tax Act, 1975

Headnote :

A. Under Section 9 of the Bihar Electricity Duty Act, 1948 - Notification regarding the prospective effect of the rebate/deduction from electricity duty as per the Jharkhand Industrial Policy, 2012 - Is the respondent eligible to claim a 50% rebate or deduction on the assessed electricity duty for t...
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S. D. CONTAINERS INDORE VS. M/S. MOLD TEK PACKAGING LTD.

Judgement Date : 01 Dec 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 629 SC

Commercial Courts Act, 2015
Designs Act, 2000
Indian Patents and Designs Act, 1911
Patents Act, 1970

Headnote :

A. According to Section 22(4) of the Designs Act, 2000 and Section 3 of the Commercial Court Act, 2015, the jurisdiction of Commercial Courts is addressed in two scenarios: one for High Courts with ordinary original civil jurisdiction and another for those without such jurisdiction. In cases where H...
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ARNAB MANORANJAN GOSWAMI vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

Judgement Date : 27 Nov 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 623 SC

Bombay Police Act, 1951
Bombay Police Act, 1951
Constitution of India
CrPC Section 438. Direction for grant of bail to person apprehending arrest
CrPC Section 439. Special powers of High Court or Court of Session regarding bail
CrPC Section 482. Saving of inherent power of High Court
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 107. Abetment of a thing
IPC Section 117. Abetting commission of offence by the public or by more than ten persons
IPC Section 306. Abetment of suicide
IPC Section 307. Attempt to murder
IPC Section 34. Acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention

Gurcharan Singh Vs. State of Punjab [DECEMBER 2, 2016]
Sunil Bharti Mittal Vs. Central Bureau of Investigation [January 09, 2015]
Common Cause Vs. Union of India [MAY 13, 2015]
Common Cause Vs. Union of India [APRIL 23, 2014]
Common Cause Vs. Union of India & Ors [2003] INSC 513 (8 October 2003)
Ram Govind Upadhyay Vs. Sudarshan Singh & Ors [2002] INSC 145 (18 March 2002)
Gurcharan Singh & Ors Vs. State of Punjab [1993] INSC 505 (25 November 1993)
Gurcharan Singh Vs. State of Punjab [1962] INSC 229 (10 August 1962)

Headnote :

A. Under Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code, 1973, and Sections 306 and 34 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 - In the case of Arnab Goswami regarding abetment to suicide and illegal detention, the bail application was declined. The appellant, who is the Editor-in-Chief of Republic TV and Managi...
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GAJENDRA SHARMA vs UNION OF INDIA

Judgement Date : 27 Nov 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 624 SC

Constitution of India
Disaster Management Act, 2005
Disaster Management Act, 2005
Disaster Management Act, 2005

Headnote :

According to Article 32 of the Constitution of India, 1950, and Section 6 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, the Central Government has decided to waive interest on loan amounts during the moratorium period. This decision, aimed at providing relief during the COVID-19 pandemic, allows for the wai...
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MADRAS BAR ASSOCIATION vs UNION OF INDIA

Judgement Date : 27 Nov 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 625 SC

Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985
Companies Act, 2013
Constitution of India
Finance Act, 2017
National Tax Tribunal Act, 2005
Tribunal, Appellate Tribunal and other Authorities (Qualifications, Experience and other Conditions of Service of Members) Rules, 2017

Headnote :

A. Constitution of India, 1950, Articles 323A and 232B - Establishment of the National Tribunal Commission - Directives - The performance and operations of Tribunal Members must be evaluated by an independent entity, similar to the oversight by High Courts under Article 235 of the Constitution. In a...
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DR. PRERIT SHARMA vs DR. BILU B. S.

Judgement Date : 27 Nov 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 626 SC

Headnote :

Kerala Medical Officers Postgraduate and Service Quota Act, 2008, Sections 5 and 6 - MCI Regulations, 2000, Regulation 9 - Admission to Super Speciality Medical Courses - Reservation for in-service quota - The respondent petitioner requested the implementation of a 40 percent reservation of seats in...
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Indian Commodity Exchange Ltd. Vs. Neptune Overseas Ltd.

Judgement Date : 27 Nov 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 627 SC

Forward Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1952
Forward Contracts (Regulation) Rules, 1954.
Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992
Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992

Headnote :

Section 15Z of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 - Rejection of adjournment requests - Conclusion of orders and announcement of decisions - Assessment of substantial adherence to natural justice principles and the issue of unnecessary adjournments that were denied? - Issued direct...
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Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt. Ltd. Vs. State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors.

Judgement Date : 26 Nov 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 620 SC

Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989
Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)
IPC Section 406. Punishment for criminal breach of trust
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Motor Vehicles Act, 1988

Headnote :

Indian Penal Code, 1860 Sections 34, 471, 468, 467, 420, 419, and 406 - Quashing of FIR - A first information report (FIR) that reveals an offense, even in a general sense, means that the law courts cannot overstep the jurisdiction of the police. This is because the two branches of the State functio...
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MANOHAR LAL JAT vs. STATE OF RAJASTHAN

Judgement Date : 26 Nov 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 621 SC

Headnote :

According to Rule 27 of the Rajasthan Commercial Taxes Subordinate Services (General Branch) Rules, 1975, regarding seniority and entitlement, the Commercial Taxes Department issued a seniority list that placed those appointed through the Departmental Promotion (DP) in the 20% quota ahead of Direct...
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NOY VALLESINA ENGINEERING S.P.A., (NOW KNOWN AS NOY AMBIENTE S.P.A) VS. JINDAL DRUGS LTD.

Judgement Date : 26 Nov 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 622 SC

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC)
Commercial Courts Act, 2015

Headnote :

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 Sections 34 and 48 - Foreign Award Challenge - The awards in question are classified as foreign awards. The appellant appropriately invoked the provisions of Sections 47 and 48 of the Act for the enforcement of these awards. The Division Bench addressed the res...
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M/S TAMIL NADU STATE MARKETING CORPORATION LTD. vs. UNION OF INDIA

Judgement Date : 25 Nov 2020

Citation : 2020 Latest Caselaw 617 SC

Constitution of India
Income Tax Act, 1961

Headnote :

Income Tax Act of 1961, Section 40(a)(iib)
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