Supreme Court Outlines Key Principles for Evaluating Circumstantial Evidence in Criminal Cases
All the five major principles for the appraisal of circumstantial evidence were introduced by the Supreme Court for criminal case investigation, which stressed the need for an overview of those details and associated links that would ensure justice.
Supreme Court: Share Capital Reduction Constitutes Capital Asset Transfer Under Income Tax Law
The Supreme Court has ruled that a reduction in share capital amounts to a transfer under the Income Tax Act, even if there is no sale of shares, thereby affecting the tax treatment of corporate restructuring transactions.
Supreme Court: Faulty Investigation Alone Cannot Lead to Acquittal in Criminal Cases
Supreme Court lays down that defective investigation by itself cannot be a ground for acquittal; courts must consider all available evidence including witness statements and medical reports in criminal cases.
Supreme Court Awards Compensation in Medical Negligence Case, Emphasizing Post-Operative Care Standards
Supreme Court directs eye surgeon to pay Rs. 3.5 lakh compensation for negligence in post-cataract surgery care where delayed infection diagnosis led to patient's vision loss.
Supreme Court Grants Punjab More Time in Farmers’ Leader Medical Aid Case, Balancing Health Concerns with Protest Rights
Supreme Court extends time for Punjab to provide medical aid to protesting farmer leader Dallewal, who agrees to treatment if the Centre initiates talks on MSP demands.
J&K High Court Halts EWS Certificate Cancellation, Citing Due Process Violations
J&K High Court stays cancellation of EWS certificate, pulls up Deputy Commissioner for presuming guilt without fair hearing, violation of principles of natural justice in inquiry process.
Economic Offenses Harming Public Exchequer Can’t Be Quashed Despite Settlement: SC
The top court has ruled that economic offenses involving corruption and public fund losses cannot be quashed through private settlements, stressing their distinct nature and wider societal impact transcending financial damages.
Supreme Court Sets Clear Boundaries for Property Rights Under Part-Performance Doctrine
Supreme Court has held that protection under Section 53A of Transfer of Property Act requires proof of written agreement; mere possession claims without documentation is not enough for part-performance doctrine protection.
Supreme Court Clarifies NDPS Procedural Requirements: Procedural Lapses Not Automatic Grounds for Bail
Supreme Court rules procedural lapses in handling seized narcotics under Section 52A of NDPS Act aren't automatic grounds for bail; High Courts must primarily consider Section 37 conditions for bail decisions.
Supreme Court Collegium Scrutinizes Justice Shekhar Yadav’s Controversial VHP Speech
Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav faces the Supreme Court Collegium over alleged communal remarks, an impeachment motion by 55 MPs, and a PIL over his controversial remarks, casting a shadow on judicial impartiality and ethics.
