Supreme Court Judgments

Criminal Breach of Trust and Cheating: Supreme Court Clarifies Legal Standards

Inder Chand Bagri vs. Jagadish Prasad Bagri & Another

Supreme Court clarifies the legal standards for criminal breach of trust and cheating in Inder Chand Bagri vs. Jagadish Prasad Bagri.

Consent in Long-Term Relationships: Supreme Court's Ruling on Rape Allegations

Samadhan S/o Sitataram Manmothe vs. State of Maharashtra & Another

The Supreme Court quashes FIR against Samadhan, emphasizing consensual relationships and the misuse of rape allegations. Key insights from the ruling.

Interpretation of Section 12 of the Kerala Rent Control Act: Supreme Court's Ruling

P.U. Sidhique & Ors. vs. Zakariya

Supreme Court clarifies the interpretation of Section 12 of the Kerala Rent Control Act, impacting eviction proceedings and tenant rights.

International Commercial Arbitration: Jurisdictional Limits Under Section 11 of the Act

Balaji Steel Trade v. Fludor Benin S.A. & Ors.

Supreme Court clarifies jurisdictional limits of Section 11 in international arbitration in Balaji Steel Trade v. Fludor Benin S.A.

Supreme Court Revives NGT’s Remedial Framework, Affirms Right to a Healthy Environment, and Constitutes High-Level Committee for Restoration of Polluted River System in Rajasthan

In Re: 2 Million Lives at Risk, Contamination in Jojari River, Rajasthan (2025)

The Supreme Court of India modifies stay on NGT orders, affirms constitutional right to a healthy environment, and creates a High-Level Ecosystem Oversight Committee to address chronic pollution of Rivers Jojari, Bandi and Luni affecting two million lives in Rajasthan.

Defining Aravali Hills: Supreme Court's Directive on Mining Regulations

In Re: Issue Relating to Definition of Aravali Hills and Ranges

Supreme Court's ruling on the definition of Aravali Hills impacts mining regulations, emphasizing ecological preservation and sustainable practices.

Execution of Arbitral Award Under CPC: Supreme Court Clarifies Procedure

Bharat Kantilal Dalal (Dead) Through LR. vs. Chetan Surendra Dalal & Ors.

Supreme Court clarifies execution procedures for arbitral awards under CPC in Bharat Kantilal Dalal case, emphasizing legal representatives' rights.

Priority of Secured Creditors Under SARFAESI Act: Supreme Court's Ruling

Jalgaon District Central Coop. Bank Ltd. vs. State of Maharashtra and Ors.

Supreme Court clarifies priority of secured creditors under SARFAESI Act in Jalgaon District Central Coop. Bank case, impacting recovery rights.

Quashing of Prosecution Under Section 197: Key Rulings in Robert Lalchungnunga Case

Robert Lalchungnunga Chongthu @ R L Chongthu vs. State of Bihar

Supreme Court quashes prosecution against Robert Lalchungnunga under Section 197, emphasizing the need for proper sanction and timely investigation.

Supreme Court upholds High Court's decision to restore plaint in property dispute

C.M. Meenakshi vs. Archbishop of Bangalore & Others

The Supreme Court dismisses the appeal in C.M. Meenakshi vs. Archbishop of Bangalore, upholding the restoration of the plaint in a property dispute.

Supreme Court clarifies Governor's powers under Article 200 and 201

SPECIAL REFERENCE NO. 1 of 2025

The Supreme Court clarifies the powers of the Governor under Articles 200 and 201 in Special Reference No. 1 of 2025, addressing justiciability and discretion.

Uniformity in Organ Donation Under Transplantation Act: Supreme Court's Directive

Indian Society of Organ Transplantation vs. Union of India & Ors.

Supreme Court directs uniformity in organ donation policies under the Transplantation Act, addressing critical healthcare inequalities.