Supreme Court Judgments

Supreme Court establishes independent committee to resolve housing project disputes

Ravi Prakash Srivastava & Ors. vs. State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors.

Supreme Court orders an independent committee to resolve disputes regarding a stalled housing project involving multiple allottees and financial irregularities.

Supreme Court mandates comprehensive measures to address stray dog menace

Suo Moto Writ Petition (Civil) No. 5 of 2025

Supreme Court issues directives for managing stray dogs, ensuring public safety in institutional areas. Case: Suo Moto Writ Petition (Civil) No. 5 of 2025.

Mandatory Written Grounds of Arrest Under Article 22: Supreme Court's Clarification

Mihir Rajesh Shah vs. State of Maharashtra and Another

The Supreme Court clarifies the necessity of written grounds of arrest under Article 22 in Mihir Rajesh Shah vs. State of Maharashtra, ensuring protection of personal liberty.

Deemed Sanction Under Delhi Municipal Corporation Act: Court's Ruling

South Delhi Municipal Corporation v. Bharat Bhushan Jain (Dead) Thr. Lrs.

Supreme Court affirms deemed sanction for residential construction under DMC Act, emphasizing property rights and mixed-use regulations.

Partition of Joint Family Property Under Hindu Law: Key Rulings in P. Anjanappa Case

P. Anjanappa (D) By LRs vs. A.P. Nanjundappa & Ors.

Supreme Court clarifies partition rights in joint family properties in P. Anjanappa case, emphasizing the validity of release deeds and their implications.

Application of Split Multiplier in Compensation Calculations: Supreme Court's Clarification

Preetha Krishnan & Ors. v. The United India Insurance Co. Ltd. & Ors.

Supreme Court clarifies the application of split multiplier in compensation calculations in Preetha Krishnan v. The United India Insurance Co. Ltd.

Execution of Decree Validated: Court Addresses Nullity in Appeal Process

Vikram Bhalchandra Ghongade vs. The State of Maharashtra & Ors.

Supreme Court rules on execution of trial court decree, addressing nullity in appeal process due to death of appellants. Case: Vikram Bhalchandra Ghongade.

Disqualification of Councillor for Non-Disclosure of Conviction Under Section 138

Poonam vs. Dule Singh & Ors.

Supreme Court rules on disqualification of a Councillor for failing to disclose conviction under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, impacting electoral integrity.

Validity of Arbitration Clause Under Section 11 of A&C Act Examined

M/S ALCHEMIST HOSPITALS LTD. vs. M/S ICT HEALTH TECHNOLOGY SERVICES INDIA PVT. LTD.

Supreme Court examines the validity of an arbitration clause under the A&C Act in M/S ALCHEMIST HOSPITALS LTD. vs. M/S ICT HEALTH TECHNOLOGY SERVICES INDIA PVT. LTD.

Supreme Court clarifies appeal rights in acquittal cases involving CBI investigations

State of Chhattisgarh vs Amit Aishwarya Jogi

The Supreme Court clarifies the appeal rights of the State and victims in acquittal cases involving CBI investigations in State of Chhattisgarh vs Amit Jogi.

High Courts Cannot Test Credibility of Dowry Harassment Allegations While Quashing FIRs Under Section 482 CrPC

Muskan v. Ishaan Khan (Sataniya) & Ors., Criminal Appeal No. 4752 of 2025

Supreme Court sets aside Madhya Pradesh High Court order quashing a dowry cruelty FIR, holding that High Courts cannot assess credibility or conduct a mini trial while exercising powers under Section 482 CrPC. Supreme Court Restores Dowry Cruelty FIR, Holds High Court Cannot Conduct Mini Trial at Quashing Stage

Investigation Under Section 156(3): Supreme Court Restores FIR in Hanchinmani Case

Sadiq B. Hanchinmani vs. The State of Karnataka & Ors.

The Supreme Court reinstates FIR in Sadiq B. Hanchinmani case, emphasizing the need for police investigation under Section 156(3) of the CrPC.