In a suit for partition, Civil Court cannot go into the question of title, unless the same is incidental to fundamentals of claim: SC
The Court said that allegations of fraud require special pleadings in terms of Order VI, Rule 4 CPC, 1908.
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[Railway Compensation Claim] Mere absence of railway ticket on deceased does not negate them of being a bonafide passenger: SC
‘Passenger’ would include a person who has purchased a valid ticket for travelling by a train carrying passengers on any date or a valid platform ticket and becomes a victim of an untoward incident.
RIICO not a statutory body but a Company brought into being under the Companies Act, 1956 by State of Rajasthan: SC
The Supreme Court further held that when the actions of a Committee constituted by Cabinet are validated by the Council of Ministers and the rest of the Council, it ensures that the Rules of Business were followed by the State Government in the course of decision-making process.
Late payment of Rent as per direction of Revenue Court, a valid ground for eviction of Cultivating Tenant under Tamil Nadu Cultivating Tenant Protection Act: SC
The Court said that Section 4 of the Tamil Nadu Cultivating Tenant Protection Act provides for restoration of possession only in limited cases and that too when the default is of only one year of lease amount to be paid.
“Courts below failed to evaluate testimonies on settled legal principles, resulting in grave miscarriage of Justice”; SC sets aside conviction in 22-year-old murder case
The Court said that the case in hand was a quintessential case where to solve a blind murder, occurring in a forest in the darkness of night, bits and pieces of evidence were collected.
Explained| Supreme Court’s decision on Liability for payment of Stamp Duty in Immovable Property Sale Deeds
The Supreme Court ruled that the value of the plant and machinery must be considered and ascertained for payment of stamp duty on sale deeds.
SC holds NRI father guilty for contempt of Court as his misrepresentation before Foreign Court leads to dishonouring Principle of Comity of Courts
The contempt petition against the US resident was outcome of matrimonial dispute as he had committed breach of settlement orders and showed scant respect for the Court by defying the orders of the Court.
Supreme Court invites bids to implement AI to transcribe arguments and proceedings
The bids have been invited from experienced firms for Design, Development and implementation of AI solutions, tools.
Rajasthan Civil Judge Recruitment| SC delivers Split verdict on considering candidature of OBC-EWS candidates despite belated submission of category certificates
Justice Ajay Rastogi and Bela M. Trivedi delivered their split verdicts while examining the challenge raised against the Judgment of Rajasthan High Court, dismissing the appeals of the qualified candidates of OBC, EWS category.
Supreme Court grants interim relief to homebuyers for deferred payment of EMIs till possession of homes
The Court granted interim relief to the homebuyers viewing the interim protection granted by the Delhi High Court vide order dated 25-05-2022.
[Manipur Violence] Centre and State Government file status report; Supreme Court directs authorities to ensure peace and tranquility
The status report indicated the steps taken to bring normalcy to the law and order situation in the State, security measures taken for protecting religious places and details of relief camps.
SC upholds NCLAT’s ‘project-wise-resolution’ process order in Supertech Insolvency; allows it to complete housing projects
The Court said that if Committee of Creditors would be constituted for all projects of Supertech, it will cause immense hardships to the home buyers and will throw ever project into uncertainty.
Specimen Document and Signature must be admitted by parties before comparing with disputed handwriting under S. 73 of IEA: Orissa HC
In case one party refuses to admit the specimen document, it is incumbent on the Court to first satisfy that the signature or writing on the specimen document is proved to be of the person concerned.
SC Collegium recommends elevation of Prashant Kumar Mishra Chief Justice, Andhra Pradesh HC to Supreme Court
Supreme Court: On 16-05-2023, the Supreme Court Collegium headed by CJI Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud, Sanjay Kishan Kaul, K.M. Joseph, Ajay Rastogi, Sanjiv
SC Collegium recommends appointment of Senior Advocate KV Viswanathan as Supreme Court Judge
Supreme Court: On 16-05-2023, the Supreme Court Collegium headed by CJI Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud, Sanjay Kishan Kaul, K.M. Joseph, Ajay Rastogi, Sanjiv
SC upholds Calcutta High Court’s order directing the STC, Calcutta to release employee’s pension
The Court said that for any fault on the part of the employer, the employees cannot be made to suffer.
Supreme Court issues notice in plea filed by Mohammed Shami’s wife seeking Uniform Laws for Divorce
Mohammed Shami’s wife Hasin Jahan filed plea before the Court to declare certain provisions of Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, 1937 as unconstitutional.
SC expresses displeasure over petition filed by DRT, Chandigarh Presiding Officer M.M. Dhonchak; dismisses petition challenging P&H High Court Order
The Supreme Court said that it was unfortunate that Mr. Dhonchak had filed the petition against the order of Punjab and Haryana High Court.
Operational Creditors must be paid equivalent amount as per Section 53 of the IBC in case of liquidation of Corporate Debtor: SC
The Court said that Vistra ITCL (India) Ltd. would be treated as a secured creditor in terms of Section 52 and 53 of the IBC, and would be entitled to retain the security interest in the pledged shares.
Manipur Violence: SC directs State to ensure medical care, basic amenities, rehabilitation measures and protect places of worship
The Court expressed its concerns over the loss of human life and destruction of the homesteads and places of worship.