Supreme Court
SC frowns upon delay in settling two-decade-old criminal complaint, directs Guj Police to conclude probe within 6 weeks
In 2014, the police presented a report before the judicial magistrate which came to be rejected, and further investigati...
Public employment must be given to eligible candidates as per prescribed qualifications: SC
The top court said the high court had overlooked that the employee had secured an appointment to a post earmarked exclus...
Thiruparankundram hill lamp row: SC dismisses plea for action against officials
While we are not inclined to interfere with the impugned order passed by the high court, we are of the opinion that impo...
7 medical colleges not paying stipends to interns, resident doctors: NMC tells SC
He would also add that one medical college has remained closed and there are no interns in the said college. He further ...
SC dismisses WFI plea against HC order allowing Vinesh at selection trials
A bench of Justices PS Narasimha and Aravind Kumar, which refused to go into the observations made by the high court, sa...
SC dismisses plea seeking guidelines for time-bound disposal of cases
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SC dismisses plea seeking guidelines for time-bound disposal of cases
A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and V Mohana dismissed the plea filed by a lawyer, who had also sought laying down of un...
Natural guardian alienating minor's property - Alienation without prior court permission is voidable, not void
Supreme Court Permits Development of Minor's Property with Safeguards, Apex Court Overturns Lower Courts' Decisions, Emp...
Prolonged separation of 15 years, coupled cruelty, is a valid ground for divorce under Section 13(1)(ia)
Supreme Court Dissolves 18-Year-Old Marriage Citing Irretrievable Breakdown and Cruelty, The Supreme Court exercises Art...
NDPS Act - Bail involving commercial quantity; Twin conditions of Section 37 are essential
Supreme Court Overturns Punjab & Haryana High Court’s Bail Order in NDPS Case, Apex Court Emphasizes Compliance with Sec...
Exclusion of married daughters from the definition of 'family'is unconstitutional
Supreme Court Upholds Rights of Married Daughters for Compassionate Allotment of Fair Price Shops, Landmark judgment dec...
When law enforcers turn extortionists, citizen looks with suspicion: SC
In this case, the complainant was travelling with his daughter from Mumbai in the Hapa Duronto Express. They, along with...
Prolonged matrimonial litigation only leads to perpetuity of marriage on paper: SC
"Therefore, the conclusion of the high court is sustained. The decree of divorce as granted by allowing the appeal of th...
SC forms high-powered expert panel to re-examine Aravalli definition
In its order, the court observed that a "fair, impartial and independent expert opinion" was necessary after consulting ...
Sovereignty of country paramount, not personal liberty in drugs case: SC
Noting that the accused has only undergone a year and seven months in jail, the bench said if found guilty, a maximum pr...
Exclusion of married daughter from definition of 'family' manifestly arbitrary: SC
A bench comprising Justices PS Narasimha and Alok Aradhe made the observation while setting aside an order of the Allaha...
Can govt employee be terminated from service for suppressing higher qualification: SC to examine
The government upon reconsideration of the matter, passed a detailed speaking order dated April 30, 2022 that the petiti...
SC directs removal of encroachments from Agasthyamalai ecological landscape
A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta said encroachments within the protected areas of Agasthyamalai landsca...
Temporary status casual labourers are entitled to pensionary benefits on superannuation even in the absence of formal regularisation
Supreme Court Upholds Pension Rights for Temporary Status Casual Labourers, Pensionary benefits extended to temporary st...
Victims of trafficking for commercial sexual exploitation have a constitutionally protected right to rehabilitation
Supreme Court Mandates Comprehensive Victim Protection Plan for Trafficking Victims, Recognizes Their Fundamental Right ...
SC denies bail to accused in drugs case, says people dealing with narcotics should be dealt with a firm hand
His counsel had argued that though the high court in November 2024 had directed the trial court to complete the trial wi...
Can't employ temporary staff in precarious condition while seeking work similar to regular employees:SC
The bench said this court has taken a consistent judicial approach that long-serving employees, whether casual or tempor...
SC notice to Centre on plea seeking compliance with recommendations of disability commissions
This defeats the purpose behind having a specialised commission to deal with violations of disability rights i.e. ensuri...
SC questions waqf institution's plea for court fees exemption in tribunals
The high court rejected the contention that court fees were not payable because proceedings under Section 83 are initiat...
SC refuses to accept plea to conduct NEET-UG retest in CBT mode
A bench of Justices P S Narasimha and Aravind Kumar, which posted the plea by RJD MP Sudhakar Singh and others for heari...
Supreme Court Affirms State Power to Regulate Betting and Gambling Including Games of Skill Played with Stakes
Landmark Judgment Sets Aside High Court Rulings, Upholds Tamil Nadu and Karnataka Laws Prohibiting Online Betting and Ga...
Supreme Court Upholds GST on Actionable Claims in Betting, Gambling, Online Gaming, Fantasy Sports, and Casinos
Landmark verdict clarifies that staking money on uncertain outcomes constitutes betting and gambling under GST law, vali...
Suppression or non-disclosure of material facts by litigants can disqualify them from relief
Supreme Court Upholds Tribunal's Order Against State of Andhra Pradesh, Supreme Court Allows Appeal, Directs Compliance ...
Frivolous complaint filed against an Advocate with oblique motives quashed by Supreme Court
Supreme Court Quashes Unjustified Warning Against Advocate in Frivolous Complaint Case, Apex Court Overturns Bar Council...
Dishonour of Cheque - Treasurer of an NGO, who is the authorized signatory under an MOU, held liable
Supreme Court Upholds Liability of NGO Treasurer Under Negotiable Instruments Act, Treasurer Held Responsible for Cheque...
Disciplinary proceedings against a judicial officer by the Registrar Court without the approval of Chief Justice or a Committee of Judges is void ab initio
Supreme Court Nullifies Disciplinary Action Against Uttarakhand Judicial Officer, Registrar General's Unilateral Action ...
Supreme Court Orders Release of Vehicle in Cow Slaughter Case
Appellant Pharuk's Ownership of Vehicle Proven; Directed for Release by District Magistrate...
Lokayukta not exempt under RTI Act
Supreme Court Nullifies Madhya Pradesh Exemption Notification Under RTI Act, Lokayukta Organisation's Exemption Deemed I...
Supreme Court Upholds Right to Die with Dignity
Harish Rana's Peaceful Passing Highlights Importance of End-of-Life Care and Medical Ethics...
Prolonged non-payment of salaries, dues and emoluments to employees is a constitutional concern under Article 21
Supreme Court of India Intervenes in Prolonged Salary Dispute of Bihar and Jharkhand State Corporation Employees, Landma...
Supreme Court Issues Guidelines to Expedite High Court Reserved Judgments
Supreme Court of India mandates timelines to address delays in judgment pronouncements by High Courts, ensuring adherenc...