In-depth analysis and explainers of landmark Supreme Court decisions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
S. Santhana Lakshmi & Ors. Versus D. Rajammal
Supreme Court ruling on property rights and wills in S. Santhana Lakshmi case clarifies legal standing and implications for future property disputes.
Dharmrao Sharanappa Shabadi and Others vs. Syeda Arifa Parveen
Supreme Court clarifies the validity of oral gifts under Mohammedan Law in Dharmrao Sharanappa Shabadi case, impacting property rights.