In-depth analysis and explainers of landmark Supreme Court decisions
Chandra Bhan Singh vs. State of Uttar Pradesh & Others
Supreme Court upholds demand for 10% contributions to DMF under Chandra Bhan Singh case, clarifying statutory obligations.
K. Umadevi Vs. Government of Tamil Nadu & Ors.
Supreme Court clarifies maternity leave rights under FR 101(a) in K. Umadevi Vs. Government of Tamil Nadu.
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd. & Ors. v. Adani Power Rajasthan Ltd. & Anr.
Supreme Court clarifies the interpretation of change in law under the Electricity Act in Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd. v. Adani Power Rajasthan Ltd.
Kasireddy Upender Reddy vs. State of Andhra Pradesh and Ors.
The Supreme Court clarifies the legal requirements for arrest under Article 22 in the case of Kasireddy Upender Reddy vs. State of Andhra Pradesh.
Sanjay Prakash & Ors. Vs. Union of India & Ors.
The Supreme Court in Sanjay Prakash & Ors. ruled that CAPFs are Organized Group A Services, ensuring benefits like NFFU and addressing service stagnation.
Sameer Sandhir vs Central Bureau of Investigation
Supreme Court clarifies limits on evidence production under Section 173 CrPC in Sameer Sandhir vs CBI, impacting criminal trial procedures.
Agniraj & Ors. vs State through Deputy Superintendent of Police CB-CID
The Supreme Court acquits Agniraj & Ors. of murder charges under IPC, highlighting issues of witness credibility and evidence reliability.
Vinod Bihari Lal vs. State of Uttar Pradesh & Anr.
The Supreme Court clarifies the definition of 'gang' under the Uttar Pradesh Gangster Act in Vinod Bihari Lal vs. State of Uttar Pradesh, impacting legal interpretations.
IN RE: RIGHT TO PRIVACY OF ADOLESCENTS
The Supreme Court's ruling on adolescent privacy under the POCSO Act emphasizes state responsibility in protecting minors and ensuring their rights.
State of Kerala & Another Versus Asianet Satellite Communications Ltd. & Others
The Supreme Court clarifies the liability of DTH operators under Entry 62 for entertainment tax, impacting tax practices across states.
Chaduranga Kantharaj Urs vs. S.V. Ranganath and Ors.
The Supreme Court addresses contempt petitions regarding DRCs and TDRs under the BPAT Act, emphasizing compliance with court orders.
In Re: Zudpi Jungle Lands
Supreme Court's ruling on Zudpi Jungle lands clarifies their status under the Forest Conservation Act, impacting land use and conservation efforts.