Supreme Court Judgments

Sentencing Under Prevention of Corruption Act: Court's Ruling on Mitigating Factors

K. POUNAMMAL VERSUS STATE REPRESENTED BY INSPECTOR OF POLICE

Supreme Court in K. POUNAMMAL case addresses sentencing under the Prevention of Corruption Act, emphasizing mitigating factors and the passage of time.

Material Alteration in Sale Agreement: Supreme Court's Ruling on Specific Performance

Syed Basheer Ahmed vs. M/s. Tinni Laboratories Private Limited & Anr.

The Supreme Court in Syed Basheer Ahmed vs. Tinni Laboratories ruled on material alteration in sale agreements affecting specific performance claims.

Bail Under UAPA: Supreme Court Upholds High Court's Decision

Union of India vs. Saleem Khan

Supreme Court affirms High Court's bail grant to Saleem Khan under UAPA, emphasizing the right to a speedy trial.

Judicial Review of Disciplinary Proceedings: State Bank of India Case

STATE BANK OF INDIA & OTHERS VERSUS RAMADHAR SAO

Supreme Court restores removal from service of SBI employee Ramadhar Sao, clarifying judicial review limits in disciplinary matters.

Limits of Review Power Under Section 362 CrPC: Supreme Court's Ruling

Vikram Bakshi and Others vs. R.P. Khosla and Another

Supreme Court clarifies limits of review power under Section 362 CrPC in Vikram Bakshi case, emphasizing procedural integrity.

Natural Justice Principles Under Regulation 6(17): Supreme Court's Clarification

K. Prabhakar Hegde vs. Bank of Baroda

Supreme Court clarifies natural justice principles under Regulation 6(17) in K. Prabhakar Hegde vs. Bank of Baroda, emphasizing the need for fair inquiry.

Contempt of Court: Delayed Compliance and Compensation in A.K. Jayaprakash Case

A.K. Jayaprakash (Dead) Through LRs vs. S.S. Mallikarjuna Rao

Supreme Court addresses delayed compliance in A.K. Jayaprakash case, ruling on contempt and compensation for the deceased's legal heirs.

Deemed Export Benefits Under FTP: Supreme Court's Clarification

Nabha Power Limited vs. Punjab State Power Corporation Limited and Others

The Supreme Court clarifies the applicability of deemed export benefits under the FTP in Nabha Power Limited vs. Punjab State Power Corporation Limited.

Unilateral Appointment of Arbitrator Invalid Under Arbitration Act

Bhayana Builders Pvt. Ltd. vs. Oriental Structural Engineers Pvt. Ltd.

The Supreme Court in Bhayana Builders ruled that unilateral appointment of an arbitrator violates the Arbitration Act, ensuring impartiality in arbitration.

Permanent Alimony Under Hindu Marriage Act: Supreme Court Enhances Amount

M.V. Leelavathi vs. Dr. C. R. Swamy @ Dr. C.R. Kumara Swamy

In M.V. Leelavathi vs. Dr. C. R. Swamy, the Supreme Court enhances permanent alimony to Rs.50,00,000, emphasizing financial independence and equitable settlement.

Abetment to Suicide Under IPC: Supreme Court Clarifies Legal Standards

Abhinav Mohan Delkar vs. The State of Maharashtra & Ors.

The Supreme Court clarifies the standards for abetment to suicide under IPC in Abhinav Mohan Delkar vs. The State of Maharashtra, emphasizing the need for proximate acts.

Bail Cancellation Under IPC Sections: Supreme Court's Firm Stance

State of Karnataka vs. Sri Darshan Etc.

The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's bail order in State of Karnataka vs. Sri Darshan, emphasizing the gravity of IPC offences and the need for judicial scrutiny.