In-depth analysis and explainers of landmark Supreme Court decisions
Bhanei Prasad @ Raju vs. State of Himachal Pradesh
The Supreme Court affirms conviction under POCSO Act, emphasizing the presumption of guilt and the need for stringent punishment in child sexual abuse cases.
Wakia Afrin (Minor) vs. M/S National Insurance Co. Ltd.
The Supreme Court clarifies liability under Section 163A in Wakia Afrin vs. M/S National Insurance Co. Ltd., impacting motor accident claims.
Urmila Devi & Others v. Balram & Another
In Urmila Devi & Others v. Balram & Another, the Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings under IPC, emphasizing the misuse of criminal law for civil disputes.
S. N. VIJAYALAKSHMI & ORS. v. STATE OF KARNATAKA & ANR.
The Supreme Court quashed the FIR against S. N. Vijayalakshmi and others, clarifying criminal liability under IPC in civil disputes.
Padi Kaushik Reddy Etc. vs. The State of Telangana and Others Etc.
The Supreme Court mandates timely decisions on disqualification petitions, emphasizing the Speaker's role under the Tenth Schedule in Padi Kaushik Reddy vs. The State of Telangana.
Manchu Mohan Babu vs. State of Andhra Pradesh & Another
In Manchu Mohan Babu vs. State of Andhra Pradesh, the Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against protesters, affirming their right to assemble peacefully.
Basheera Khanum vs. The City Municipal Council and Another
Supreme Court restores title of auctioned property to Basheera Khanum, emphasizing the importance of certified documents under the Karnataka Municipalities Act.
Khem Singh (D) Through LRs vs. State of Uttarakhand & Another
Supreme Court clarifies victim's right to appeal under Section 372 CrPC in Khem Singh case, emphasizing legal heirs' rights.
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Umri Pooph Pratappur (UPP) Tollways Pvt. Ltd. v. M.P. Road Development Corporation
Supreme Court affirms the exclusive jurisdiction of the Madhya Pradesh Arbitration Tribunal in Umri Pooph Pratappur v. M.P. Road Development Corporation.
IL & FS Financial Services Limited vs. Adhunik Meghalaya Steels Private Limited
The Supreme Court clarifies the acknowledgment of debt under Section 18 of the Limitation Act in IL & FS Financial Services Limited vs. Adhunik Meghalaya Steels Private Limited.
Mukund K. Pai & Ors. vs. Punjab National Bank & Ors.
The Supreme Court in Mukund K. Pai & Ors. clarifies the application of 2014 guidelines for pay fixation of ex-servicemen in banks, emphasizing adherence to natural justice.
Santhosh Karunakaran vs. Ombudsman cum Ethics Officer, Kerala Cricket Association and Another
Supreme Court quashes Kerala High Court's ruling on Ombudsman proceedings, emphasizing transparency and fair hearing in Santhosh Karunakaran's case.