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The year 2022 saw a bustling activity in the Supreme Court vis-a-vis appointments and retirements. The Collegium headed by 3 CJIs this year, oversaw new elevations and recommendations. Whereas a significant number of Judges bid farewell to their Judgeship this year as well. Read this curated piece to know how 2022 affected the judicial strength of the Supreme Court.
There was an apparent error of law in the order passed by the Gujarat High Court as the writ court is primarily concerned with examination of the decision-making process when a disciplinary action is challenged. Accordingly, the Supreme Court upheld the order of removal from service passed by the disciplinary authority.
Allahabad High Court said that even if it is believed that part of proceeds of crime was transferred in the bank account of Atikur Rahman, that itself may not be sufficient to prove that Siddique Kappan has dealt with the proceeds of crime which had been allegedly received by K.A. Rauf Sherif. Thus, granted him bail.
Civil Procedure Code, 1908 — Or. 12 R. 6 — Grant of relief on the basis of admission — When
The Supreme Court said that the seniority list was correctly published by interspacing those direct recruits who were eligible in the recruitment year 2009-10 and were appointed against the vacancies of the said year with 53 promotees who were promoted. However, it recommended a reference to a 5-judge bench for reconsideration.
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The petitioner had undergone incarceration for more than 4 months and completion of trial would take some time, thus, the Court enlarged him on bail
In a case where a physics teacher was accused of sexual harassment and molestation of a minor girl, the Delhi High Court held that in dealing with such matters, paramount consideration must be given to the well-being of the child whose mental psyche was vulnerable, impressionable and in a developing stage.
Supreme Court held that the CBEC circular was not contrary to the intent of the Central Excise Act and Rules. Thus, the show cause notice is not defective and unenforceable. However, the order of the Commissioner regarding the value of the goods sold to the Assessee’s sister concerns is in consonance with the Court’s earlier judgments and CBEC Circular.
“The approach of the High Court is like a visually impaired person looking for a black cat in a dark room when the cat itself is not there.”, observed the Supreme Court.
Supreme Court observed that the principles of Administration of Justice states that justice should not only be done but it should be seen to be done and free and fair trial is sine qua non of Article 21 of the Constitution.
Supreme Court reiterated that, in absence of any notification under S.10 of CLRA Act, 1970 and any allegations that the contract was sham and camouflage, the Courts cannot direct the principal employer to absorb contractual workers as employees
Criminal proceedings against Arvind Kejriwal in Sultanpur Court have been stayed by Allahabad High Court, considering that special leave to appeal is still pending in Supreme Court and if it is allowed, then the entire proceedings would be a futile exercise.
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended elevation of the following Chief Justices / Judges of the High Courts, as Judges in the
In a matter relating to criminal proceedings against Reliance Industries, SEBI had failed to comply with the Supreme Court’s order directing it to furnish a copy of documents, leading to initiation of contempt proceedings against SEBI.
The President has appointed Shri Justice Dipankar Datta, Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, to be a Judge of
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The accused had argued that the complainant and her family, out of ill will, had orchestrated the complaint and were extorting the petitioner for their own means and benefits. Rajasthan High Court, however, did not appreciate the fact that the previous complaints filed by the prosecutrix was closed on account of being frivolous and a closure report was also filed in the matter.
by Tarun Jain†
Cite as: 2022 SCC OnLine Blog Exp 85