In-depth analysis and explainers of landmark Supreme Court decisions
Sahab Singh (D) Through LRs. vs. Director General, RPF & Others
In Sahab Singh vs. Director General, RPF, the Supreme Court modifies dismissal to compulsory retirement, emphasizing proportionality in disciplinary actions.
Sivanmalai Subramaniaswamy Devasthanam v. S. Muthusamy Gounder (Dead) by LRS. & Ors.
Supreme Court clarifies standards for substantial questions of law under CPC in Sivanmalai Subramaniaswamy Devasthanam v. S. Muthusamy Gounder.
New Delhi Nature Society Through Verhaen Khanna v. Director Horticulture DDA & Ors.
Supreme Court addresses deer translocation under Wildlife Protection Act in New Delhi Nature Society v. Director Horticulture DDA & Ors., ensuring compliance with conservation norms.
Deepankar Tikedar vs. State of Chhattisgarh
Supreme Court reduces life sentence to 25 years for Deepankar Tikedar under IPC and POCSO Act, considering age and conduct.
Inder Chand Bagri vs. Jagadish Prasad Bagri & Another
Supreme Court clarifies the legal standards for criminal breach of trust and cheating in Inder Chand Bagri vs. Jagadish Prasad Bagri.
Samadhan S/o Sitataram Manmothe vs. State of Maharashtra & Another
The Supreme Court quashes FIR against Samadhan, emphasizing consensual relationships and the misuse of rape allegations. Key insights from the ruling.
P.U. Sidhique & Ors. vs. Zakariya
Supreme Court clarifies the interpretation of Section 12 of the Kerala Rent Control Act, impacting eviction proceedings and tenant rights.
Balaji Steel Trade v. Fludor Benin S.A. & Ors.
Supreme Court clarifies jurisdictional limits of Section 11 in international arbitration in Balaji Steel Trade v. Fludor Benin S.A.
In Re: 2 Million Lives at Risk, Contamination in Jojari River, Rajasthan (2025)
The Supreme Court of India modifies stay on NGT orders, affirms constitutional right to a healthy environment, and creates a High-Level Ecosystem Oversight Committee to address chronic pollution of Rivers Jojari, Bandi and Luni affecting two million lives in Rajasthan.
In Re: Issue Relating to Definition of Aravali Hills and Ranges
Supreme Court's ruling on the definition of Aravali Hills impacts mining regulations, emphasizing ecological preservation and sustainable practices.
Bharat Kantilal Dalal (Dead) Through LR. vs. Chetan Surendra Dalal & Ors.
Supreme Court clarifies execution procedures for arbitral awards under CPC in Bharat Kantilal Dalal case, emphasizing legal representatives' rights.
Jalgaon District Central Coop. Bank Ltd. vs. State of Maharashtra and Ors.
Supreme Court clarifies priority of secured creditors under SARFAESI Act in Jalgaon District Central Coop. Bank case, impacting recovery rights.