In-depth analysis and explainers of landmark Supreme Court decisions
P. Somaraju vs. State of Andhra Pradesh
Supreme Court restores acquittal in P. Somaraju case, clarifying standards for reversing acquittals under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
EPC Constructions India Limited Through Its Liquidator - Abhijit Guhathakurta vs M/s Matix Fertilizers And Chemicals Limited
Supreme Court clarifies that cumulative redeemable preference shares do not constitute financial debt under IBC in EPC Constructions vs Matix Fertilizers.
Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction
Supreme Court of India judgment in Om Pal & Ors vs State of U.P (Uttarakhand): Analysis of convictions under Sections 302/307 IPC, eyewitness evidence, motive, and appellate proceedings. Comprehensive legal explainer for lawyers and law students
Denash vs. The State of Tamil Nadu
Supreme Court clarifies interim custody rights under NDPS Act in Denash vs. State of Tamil Nadu, emphasizing owner protections.
V.M. Saudagar (Dead) Through Legal Heirs vs. The Divisional Commercial Manager, Central Railway & Anr.
The Supreme Court reinstates V.M. Saudagar, emphasizing fair hearing principles under Railway Conduct Rules. Key implications for employee rights.
Prof. Ashish Wakhlu v. Prof. Soniya Nityanand and Others
Supreme Court quashes High Court's dismissal of contempt application in Prof. Ashish WakhlU v. Prof. Soniya Nityanand, emphasizing the importance of interim orders.
Novenco Building and Industry A/S v. Xero Energy Engineering Solutions Pvt. Ltd. & Anr. (2025 INSC 1256)
Supreme Court holds that continuing intellectual property infringement may constitute urgent interim relief under Section 12A of the Commercial Courts Act, exempting such commercial suits from mandatory pre-institution mediation.
Rajendra Bihari Lal and Another vs. State of Uttar Pradesh and Others
The Supreme Court quashes multiple FIRs under the U.P. Conversion Act, emphasizing the need for competent complainants and addressing issues of legal validity.
Pride Foramer S.A. vs. Commissioner of Income Tax & Anr.
Supreme Court clarifies business activity criteria for non-residents under Section 37 in Pride Foramer case, impacting tax deductions.
Jane Kaushik v. Union of India & Ors.
Supreme Court ruling on transgender rights under the 2019 Act highlights discrimination and calls for effective implementation of protective measures.
Zoharbee & Anr. vs. Imam Khan (D) Thr. Lrs. & Ors.
Supreme Court clarifies matruka property distribution under Mohammedan law in Zoharbee case, emphasizing rights of heirs.
LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL U.P. LUCKNOW & ORS. vs. SUSHIL KUMAR & ORS.
Supreme Court clarifies limits on CBI inquiries in recruitment matters in Legislative Council U.P. case, emphasizing judicial restraint.