Supreme Court Judgments

Discharge Under Section 239: Court Clarifies Liability in IPC Offences

G. PRASAD RAGHAVAN vs. UNION TERRITORY OF PUDUCHERRY

Supreme Court quashes charges against G. Prasad Raghavan under IPC Section 420, clarifying liability and discharge under Section 239.

Eligibility Criteria for Teacher Recruitment Under Jharkhand Rules Clarified

Ravi Oraon vs. The State of Jharkhand & Ors.

The Supreme Court in Ravi Oraon vs. The State of Jharkhand clarifies eligibility criteria for teacher recruitment, emphasizing natural justice and proper calculation of marks.

Liability of Insurer in Employee Compensation Under 1923 Act Clarified

Alok Kumar Ghosh vs The New India Assurance Company Ltd & Anr.

Supreme Court clarifies insurer's liability under the Employee's Compensation Act in Alok Kumar Ghosh vs The New India Assurance Company Ltd.

Surrogacy Age Restrictions Under Section 4 of the Act: Court's Interpretation

Vijaya Kumari S & Another vs. Union of India

The Supreme Court ruled on age restrictions for surrogacy under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021, affirming rights for couples who began procedures before the Act's enforcement.

Enforceability of Agreements Under Building Regulations: Court's Ruling

Canara Bank vs. K.L. Rajgarhia (D) Thru LRs.

Supreme Court affirms dismissal of Canara Bank's suit for specific performance due to violation of building regulations in K.L. Rajgarhia case.

Juvenile Justice Under Section 7-A: Supreme Court's Landmark Ruling

Hansraj vs. State of U.P.

Supreme Court rules on juvenile rights under Section 7-A in Hansraj vs. State of U.P., emphasizing the importance of age in criminal proceedings.

Limits of Judicial Review in Criminal Proceedings: State of Rajasthan v. Parmeshwar Ramlal Joshi

State of Rajasthan v. Parmeshwar Ramlal Joshi and Others

Supreme Court quashes High Court orders on investigation transfer in State of Rajasthan v. Parmeshwar Ramlal Joshi, emphasizing limits of judicial review.

Stamp Duty Classification Under Indian Stamp Act: Court's Interpretation

M/S Godwin Construction Pvt. Ltd. vs. Commissioner, Meerut

Supreme Court clarifies stamp duty applicability under Indian Stamp Act in Godwin Construction case, emphasizing the importance of instrument substance.

Open Space Reservation Charges Under Development Regulations: Court’s Ruling

Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority vs. Dr. Kamalaselvaraj

Supreme Court affirms refund of ₹1.64 crore OSR charges in Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority vs. Dr. Kamalaselvaraj case.

Liability in Vehicle Accidents: Supreme Court Clarifies Insurance Recovery Rules

Hind Samachar Ltd. (Delhi Unit) vs. National Insurance Company Ltd. & Ors.

Supreme Court clarifies insurance recovery rules in Hind Samachar Ltd. vs. National Insurance Co. Ltd., emphasizing owner diligence in driver licensing.

Interim Courts Cannot Grant Liquidated Damages Without Trial, But Must Secure Arrears and Ongoing License Fee Under Order XV-A CPC

Atul J. Doshi & Ors. v. Pramukh Properties and Developers Pvt. Ltd. (2025 INSC 1345)

Supreme Court holds that interim courts cannot award liquidated damages without trial but must secure arrears and ongoing license fee under Order XV-A CPC, clarifying limits of interim relief in licensor–licensee eviction disputes.

Interpretation of Section 149 IPC: Supreme Court Acquits Convicts in Bihar Murder Case

Zainul vs. The State of Bihar

The Supreme Court acquits convicts in Zainul vs. The State of Bihar, clarifying the interpretation of Section 149 IPC and the burden of proof in murder cases.