Prioritise Justice Over Technical Violations: SC To Writ Courts
The Supreme Court recently reaffirmed that writ courts should not interfere in cases involving mere violations of statutory provisions or norms unless such violations result in injustice. The Division Bench of Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice R. Mahadevan, emphasized that the High Court’s power under Article 226 is discretionary. Therefore, even if an order is […]
No More Power Rebates for Industries: SC Backs Goa Government
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court upheld the Goa Government’s decision to reclaim electricity tariff rebates previously granted to various industrial establishments. The Court’s verdict reaffirmed the government’s authority to retract or alter economic incentives if they impose a strain on public finances. A bench comprising Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice Sandeep Mehta concluded […]
SC Disposes PIL on Mob Lynching, Cow Vilgilantism: Declines Uniform Compensation for Mob Lynching Victims
The Supreme Court bench of Justice B.R. Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran disposed of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by the National Federation of Women that raised concerns over incidents of mob violence and lynching, particularly by "cow vigilantes" in the name of preventing cattle smuggling and slaughter. Advocate Nizamuddin Pasha, representing the […]
SC Explains S.141 NI Act: ‘Director in Charge’ vs ‘Director Responsible’ Are Separate Aspects
“A Director who is in charge of the company and a Director who was responsible to the company for the conduct of the business, are two different aspects.” held the Supreme Court bench of Justice Abhay S. Oka and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan while setting aside the criminal proceedings against the Appellant, who was accused […]
Public Priorities Misplaced: SC Rejects Nationwide Cycle Track Plea
Expressing frustration over a petitioner’s demand for cycle tracks when basic public utility services are in dire need of fulfilment the Supreme Court observed that "People don't get water and housing. And we are day-dreaming talking about cycle tracks!" The bench of Justice Abhay S Oka andJustice Ujjal Bhuyan refused to entertain the Public Interest […]
SC: Necrophilia Not Classified as Rape Under IPC
In a notable ruling, the Supreme Court rejected the appeal filled by the State of Karnataka, observing that necrophilia could not be classified as a punishable offense since it does not fall within the scope of the penal provisions defining the offense of rape under Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). A bench […]
SC Dismisses Petition Challenging Delhi HC’s Senior Designations
On 7th February, 2025, the Supreme Court bench of Justice B.R. Gavai and Justice K. Vinod Chandran, dismissed a petition filed by Advocate Mathews J. Nedumpara, challenging the Delhi High Court's decision to confer senior designations on 70 advocates. The Supreme Court bench in the previous hearing slammed Advocate Nedumpara for alleging nepotism in the […]
Wife Separated from 1st Husband Can Claim Maintenance from 2nd Husband: SC
“It must be borne in mind that the right to maintenance u/s. 125 CrPC is not a benefit received by a wife but rather a legal and moral duty owed by the husband.”…Supreme Court. The Supreme Court bench of Justice BV Nagarathna and Justice Satish Chandra Sharma overturned the Telangana High Court's order and clarified […]
Mere Use of Filthy Language Without Context or Intent to Offend Modesty Doesn’t Attract Section 506 IPC: SC
The Supreme Court in its recent judgement pronounced that Mere Application of Filthy language without any context that suggests an intent to offend modesty doesn't fall under S.506 IPC. The Supreme bench of Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra were considering an appeal challenging the Karnataka High Court's decision. The High Court had […]
Justice Demands Merit, Not Favouritism: SC Criticizes Political Appointments of Public Prosecutors
A Supreme Court bench comprising Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice R Mahadevan strongly criticized the appointment of Government Pleaders and Public Prosecutors in High Courts based on political considerations rather than merit. The Court emphasized that favouritism and nepotism should not dictate these appointments and that the State Government owes a duty to ascertain the […]