In-depth analysis and explainers of landmark Supreme Court decisions
T. Manjunath vs. The State of Karnataka
Supreme Court clarifies the validity of sanction under Section 19 of the PC Act in T. Manjunath vs. The State of Karnataka, impacting prosecution of public servants.
Lipi Boilers Ltd. vs. The Commissioner of Central Excise, Aurangabad
The Supreme Court rules that the value of bought out items for boilers is not included in excise duty assessment in Lipi Boilers Ltd. case.
Suo Moto Contempt Petition (Civil) No. 3 of 2025
The Supreme Court addresses the responsibility of lawyers in making allegations against judges, emphasizing the need for respect and integrity in legal proceedings.
M/S SHANTI CONSTRUCTION PVT. LTD. VERSUS THE STATE OF ODISHA & ORS.
Supreme Court clarifies 'previous Financial Year' definition under Odisha Minor Mineral Concession Rules in M/S Shanti Construction Pvt. Ltd. case.
Ravi Prakash Srivastava & Ors. vs. State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors.
Supreme Court orders an independent committee to resolve disputes regarding a stalled housing project involving multiple allottees and financial irregularities.
Suo Moto Writ Petition (Civil) No. 5 of 2025
Supreme Court issues directives for managing stray dogs, ensuring public safety in institutional areas. Case: Suo Moto Writ Petition (Civil) No. 5 of 2025.
Mihir Rajesh Shah vs. State of Maharashtra and Another
The Supreme Court clarifies the necessity of written grounds of arrest under Article 22 in Mihir Rajesh Shah vs. State of Maharashtra, ensuring protection of personal liberty.
South Delhi Municipal Corporation v. Bharat Bhushan Jain (Dead) Thr. Lrs.
Supreme Court affirms deemed sanction for residential construction under DMC Act, emphasizing property rights and mixed-use regulations.
P. Anjanappa (D) By LRs vs. A.P. Nanjundappa & Ors.
Supreme Court clarifies partition rights in joint family properties in P. Anjanappa case, emphasizing the validity of release deeds and their implications.
Preetha Krishnan & Ors. v. The United India Insurance Co. Ltd. & Ors.
Supreme Court clarifies the application of split multiplier in compensation calculations in Preetha Krishnan v. The United India Insurance Co. Ltd.
Vikram Bhalchandra Ghongade vs. The State of Maharashtra & Ors.
Supreme Court rules on execution of trial court decree, addressing nullity in appeal process due to death of appellants. Case: Vikram Bhalchandra Ghongade.
Poonam vs. Dule Singh & Ors.
Supreme Court rules on disqualification of a Councillor for failing to disclose conviction under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, impacting electoral integrity.