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Supreme Court Overturns Acquittal in Horrific Dowry Death Case: A Strong Message Against Social Evil
NEW DELHI – In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India has reinforced the constitutional fight against the "cross-cultural evil" of dowry. The court heard an appeal filed by the State of U.P. against the acquittal of a husband and mother-in-law who were initially convicted for the brutal death of a young…
Attempt to Rape vs Preparation Explained: Supreme Court Orders Expert Committee to Ensure Judicial Sensitivity in Sexual Offence Cases under IPC & POCSO Act
SUPREME COURT ON IPC & POCSO ACT: Attempt to Rape vs Preparation Explained – High Court Order Set Aside The Supreme Court of India delivered an important judgment clarifying the difference between Section 376 read with Section 511 of IPC (Attempt to Rape) and mere preparation, while also highlighting the importance of…
Acquittal in Cheque Dishonour Case Under Section 138 of Negotiable Instruments Act Due to Lack of Proof of Legally Enforceable Debt
A significant judgment was delivered on 08 April 2026 by the Court of Ms. Surabhi Rastogi, JMFC (NI Act)-01, Dwarka Court, New Delhi, in a cheque dishonour case filed under Section 138 Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The case revolved around allegations of non-payment of Rs. 12,00,000 through a cheque that was…
UPSIDA’s Cancellation of Piaggio’s 33-Acre Plot in Noida Upheld Over Non-Utilisation: Supreme Court
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of India upheld the cancellation of a 33-acre industrial plot in Surajpur, Greater Noida, allotted to M/s. Piaggio Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. The dispute arose because the company failed to develop and utilize the land as per the terms of the lease agreements executed in 2002 and 2007.…
Cheque Bounce Case Against Director Quashed, Mere Board Role Not Sufficient for Liability: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court delivered a landmark judgment in Saroj Pandey vs Govt. of NCT of Delhi & Ors., deciding on the scope of director liability in cheque dishonour cases under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The Court clarified that merely being a director or signing board resolutions does not automatically make a…
Horizontally Reserved PwD Post In Unreserved Category Open To SC/ST/OBC Candidates With Disabilities : Supreme Court
The Supreme Court addressed a significant question concerning horizontal reservation for Persons with Disabilities (PWD) in unreserved posts. The case, The West Bengal State Electricity Transmission Co. Ltd & Ors. VERSUS Dipendu Biswas & Ors., was decided on 07.04.2026 by a bench comprising Justices Sanjay Karol and N…
Murder Conviction in Rajasthan Bride Burning Case Confirmed, Key Dying Declaration Evidence Upheld: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has upheld the conviction of Shankar for murdering his wife, Sugna Bai, in Rajasthan. The incident occurred in October 2012, barely a month after their marriage. The prosecution stated that the victim had been facing abuse due to her husband’s alleged alcohol consumption and violent behavior. On the…
Doctors Granted Bail in NDPS Case as Grounds of Arrest Not Provided in Writing as per ‘Mihir Shah’ Verdict: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India recently granted bail to two medical professionals in a narcotics case involving Tramadol tablets. The decision was based on the failure of authorities to supply the grounds of arrest in writing prior to their production before the Magistrate, a requirement under Articles 21 and 22 of the…
Blacklisting Is Not Automatic Upon Contract Termination, Requires Independent Application of Mind: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India delivered a crucial judgment clarifying that blacklisting of a contractor cannot be automatic upon termination of a contract. The Court emphasized that such action must follow principles of natural justice and comply with Article 14 Of Constitution Of India. Background of the Case The…
No Oral Inquiry, No Valid Dismissal, Action Set Aside: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India has delivered a significant judgment reinforcing the importance of principles of natural justice in disciplinary proceedings. In the case of Jai Prakash Saini versus Managing Director U.P. Cooperative Federation Ltd and Others, the court quashed the dismissal of an employee due to failure of…
