Read why Supreme Court upheld Calcutta High Court Order directing NIA probe in WB Ram Navami Violence
Six first information reports were registered by the Police over the Ram Navami violence in the State of West Bengal.
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Never Reported Judgment | When contract is not for delivery of goods in installments, supplier cannot treat non-payment of goods as ground for non-delivery of balance goods [1951 SCC 267]
This report covers the Supreme Court's Never Reported Judgment dating back to the year 1951 on breach of contract.
Explained| Why SC granted bail to Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira in Bhima Koregaon Violence case
Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira were charged with several offences under IPC and Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 and they were alleged to have played an active role in recruitment of and training for cadres of the Communist Party of India (Maoist).
Consumer Dispute| Supreme Court explains the scope of maintainability of SLP under Art 136 against NCDRC orders
The Court explained that the power to special leave is an exceptional and overriding power, naturally it must be exercised sparingly and with caution and only in very exceptional situations. It will only be used to advance the cause of justice and its exercise will be governed by well-established principles.
Bhima Koregaon Violence | SC grants bail to Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira
Earlier, the Bombay High Court had denied the plea of Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira.
Another 46 days in service for ED Chief SK Mishra as Supreme Court allows extension till 15 Sept
Supreme Court further made it clear that no further extension of tenure would be granted for SK Mishra.
‘Courts cannot lose sight of serious accusations against an accused while granting bail’; SC sets aside cryptic and casual bail order
The Supreme Court said that due consideration must be given to the facts which are suggestive of the nature of crime, the criminal antecedents of the accused and the nature of punishment that would follow a conviction vis-à-vis the offences alleged against an accused.
“Voter’s right to know election candidate’s full background is an added dimension to rich tapestry of Constitutional jurisprudence”; SC dismisses BB Patil’s appeal
The alleged non-compliance with statutory and Election Commission mandated regulations, and their legal effect, cannot be examined through a summary proceeding under Order VII Rule 11, CPC, or even under Order XII Rule 6, CPC.
SC warns States/UTs for failure to submit response on National Policy on Menstrual Hygiene
The Court directed the States and Union Territories to submit their responses positively by 31-08-2023.
“Prosecution had failed to establish charge”; SC acquits murder convict after 15 years in prison
Supreme Court said that once there is no eyewitness of the incident, the prosecution will have to establish a motive for the commission of the crime because in a case of no direct evidence, motive has a major role.
Gyanvapi Mosque| SC stays ASI Survey till July 26; allows Anjuman Intezamia Masajid Committee to move Allahabad HC
The Supreme Court was hearing a petition against the Varanasi District Court’s Order wherein ASI was directed to undertake scientific survey of the Gyanvapi Mosque to find out whether the same was constructed over a pre-existing structure of Hindu Temple.
Writ Petition filed after Suit seeking same relief was withdrawn without liberty to file afresh not Maintainable: SC reiterates
The Supreme Court called the matter at hand a classic case in which a litigant had been able to mislead the Courts and authorities at different levels to put life into his stale claim.
Never Reported Judgment | Can property acquired through invalid adoption be considered joint family property? [1951 SCC 557]
This report covers the Supreme Court's Never Reported Judgment dating back to the year 1951 on whether the property acquired through invalid adoption, will be considered as joint family property.
Supreme Court grants interim relief to makers of the film ‘Adipurush’; Stays proceedings in all HCs
Supreme Court also issued notice on a separate transfer petition filed by the producer of the film for transferring the proceedings of the movie in different High Courts to the Supreme Court.
SC issues Notice in Modi Surname Defamation Case; to hear Rahul Gandhi’s plea on August 4
The Supreme Court was hearing Rahul Gandhi’s plea challenging Gujarat High Court’s order dismissing his application to stay two years conviction Order.
Supreme Court refers Delhi Government plea challenging Union’s NCTD Ordinance to Constitution Bench
The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Ordinance, 2023 was promulgated just eight days after the Constitution Bench had decided on the issue of administrative control over transfers and postings of civil servants in the NCTD.
Manipur Women Video Parade | Supreme Court takes suo motu cognizance; directs govt to inform action taken against culprits
The Bench led by CJI Dr D.Y. Chandrachud directed the Central and State government to inform the steps taken against the perpetrators in the instant matter.
School Transfer Certificate not acceptable for age determination of victim in POCSO Act: Supreme Court
Supreme Court regarded the result of ossification or bone test in the instant matter, as the most authentic evidence for being corroborated by the examining doctor as well.