In-depth analysis and explainers of landmark Supreme Court decisions
MD. BANI ALAM MAZID @ DHAN VERSUS STATE OF ASSAM
Supreme Court acquits Bani Alam Mazid in a murder case, emphasizing the importance of motive and complete circumstantial evidence. Case reference: MD. BANI ALAM MAZID @ DHAN VERSUS STATE OF ASSAM.
Surinder Dogra vs. State Through Director CBI
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Surinder Dogra for forgery and corruption, emphasizing the importance of evidence in such cases.
State of Odisha & Ors. Versus Sudhansu Sekhar Jena
The Supreme Court clarifies pension eligibility for job contractors under Odisha Pension Rules, impacting many employees. Case: State of Odisha & Ors. vs. Sudhansu Sekhar Jena.
Rahul Verma & Ors. vs. Rampat Lal Verma & Ors.
Supreme Court ruling in Rahul Verma & Ors. clarifies that legal heirs can enforce arbitration agreements post the death of a partner.
Racing Promotions Private Limited Versus Dr. Harish & Ors.
Supreme Court clarifies public-private partnership principles in Racing Promotions Private Limited case, impacting future sports events.
The State of Himachal Pradesh Versus Rajesh Kumar @ Munnu
The Supreme Court dismisses the appeal in The State of Himachal Pradesh v. Rajesh Kumar, affirming the High Court's acquittal based on evidentiary gaps.
Bank of Baroda vs. Farooq Ali Khan & Ors.
Supreme Court clarifies limits of judicial review under Article 226 in personal insolvency proceedings in Bank of Baroda vs. Farooq Ali Khan.
Sajid Khan vs. L Rahmathullah & Ors.
The Supreme Court clarifies the equivalence of diplomas in recruitment in Sajid Khan vs. L Rahmathullah & Ors., emphasizing employer discretion.
State of Kerala & Ors. v. Moushmi Ann Jacob
The Supreme Court clarifies the interpretation of the exemption notification under the Kerala Conservation of Paddy Land and Wetland Act in State of Kerala & Ors. v. Moushmi Ann Jacob.
Jitender @ Kalla v. State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi) & Ors.
The Supreme Court in Jitender @ Kalla v. State emphasizes the responsibilities of advocates-on-record and proposes guidelines for their conduct.
Vishal Shah vs Monalisha Gupta & Ors.
The Supreme Court dissolves marriage on grounds of irretrievable breakdown in Vishal Shah vs Monalisha Gupta, emphasizing judicial discretion under Article 142.
Zon Hotels Pvt. Ltd. Versus Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority & Ors.
Supreme Court rules on natural justice in environmental compensation case, Zon Hotels Pvt. Ltd. vs. Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority.