Case Law Digest

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of a High Court's ex-parte stay order on a Sessions Court's discharge order, emphasizing individual liberty and due process. Case Details Case Name: Sudershan Singh Wazir v. State (NCT of Delhi) Citation: 2025 INSC 281. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Arms Act, 1959; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023; General Principles of Law; Constitutional Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of terminating probationary judicial officers, emphasizing fair evaluation, adherence to natural justice, and the impact on women in the judiciary. Case Details Case Name: Sarita Choudhary v. High Court of Madhya Pradesh Citation: 2025 INSC 289. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-02-2025 List of Acts: Constitution of India, 1949; Madhya Pradesh Judicial Service (Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 1994; General Principles of Law; International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, 1966; Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court determined that a company obtaining a project loan for post-production of a movie does not qualify as a 'consumer' under the Consumer Protection Act. Case Details Case Name: The Chief Manager, Central Bank of India v. M/s Ad Bureau Advertising Pvt Ltd Citation: 2025 INSC 288. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-02-2025 List of Acts: Consumer Protection Act, 1986; Recovery of Debts Due to Banks and Financial Institutions Act, 1993 (RDDBFI Act); Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act (SARFAESI Act); General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether a High Court, while deciding a bail application under Section 439 of the CrPC, can award compensation for alleged wrongful confinement. Case Details Case Name: UNION OF INDIA v. MAN SINGH VERMA Citation: 2025 INSC 292. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-02-2025 List of Acts: Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Indian Penal Code, 1860; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

In a motor accident claim, the Supreme Court addressed whether a minor was driving negligently, overturning lower court findings due to lack of evidence. Case Details Case Name: Sachin Yallappa Usulkar v. Vijayata Citation: 2025 INSC 290. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Motor Vehicles Act, 1988; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court overturned the conviction of appellants, citing inconsistencies in eyewitness testimonies and flawed investigation, emphasizing the need for credible evidence in homicide cases. Case Details Case Name: Abdul Wahid v. State of Rajasthan Citation: 2025 INSC 295. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Constitution of India, 1949 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed appeals against the High Court's refusal to quash an FIR and denial of anticipatory bail to a retired IAS officer accused of misusing his position. Case Details Case Name: Pradip N. Sharma v. The State of Gujarat Citation: 2025 INSC 291. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 28-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Bombay Land Revenue Code, 1879; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

This case clarifies the scope and limitations of arrest powers under the Customs Act, 1962 and the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, emphasizing safeguards. Case Details Case Name: Radhika Agarwal v. Union of India Citation: 2025 INSC 272. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 27-02-2025 List of Acts: The Customs Act, 1962; Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court affirmed that property contributed to a partnership becomes the firm's property under Section 14 of the Indian Partnership Act, dismissing the appeal. Case Details Case Name: SACHIN JAISWAL v. M/S HOTEL ALKA RAJE Citation: 2025 INSC 275. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 27-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Partnership Act, 1932; Constitution of India, 1949; Transfer of Property Act, 1882; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether the requirement of an affidavit for complaints under Section 156(3) CrPC, as per Priyanka Srivastava, applies retrospectively. Case Details Case Name: Kanishk Sinha v. The State of West Bengal Citation: 2025 INSC 278. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 27-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Information Technology Act, 2000; Criminal Procedure Code, 1973; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants for offences including kidnapping and gang rape, emphasizing the prosecutrix's minority and the lack of valid consent. Case Details Case Name: Raju @ Nirpendra Singh v. The State of Madhya Pradesh Citation: 2025 INSC 392. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 27-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the High Court's denial of leave to appeal an acquittal in a murder case, emphasizing the need to consider a prima facie case under Cr.P.C. Section 378(3). Case Details Case Name: Manoj Rameshlal Chhabriya v. Mahesh Prakash Ahuja Citation: 2025 INSC 282. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 27-02-2025 List of Acts: Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.); Indian Evidence Act, 1872; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

In a case hinging on circumstantial evidence, the Supreme Court upheld the High Court's acquittal, emphasizing the prosecution's burden to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Case Details Case Name: THE STATE OF CHHATTISGARH v. ASHOK BHOI Citation: 2025 INSC 256. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 27-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

This case addresses the validity of a sale deed executed via a Power of Attorney after the original owner's death, focusing on agency, property transfer, and registration laws. Case Details Case Name: M.S. ANANTHAMURTHY v. J. MANJULA Citation: 2025 INSC 273. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 27-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Contract Act, 1872; The Powers-of-Attorney Act, 1882; Transfer of Property Act, 1882; Registration Act, 1908; Limitation Act, 1963; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether land acquisition under the Urban Land Ceiling Act was validly executed before the Repeal Act, focusing on mandatory notice compliance and actual possession. Case Details Case Name: M/S A.P. ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT CORPORATION v. THE TAHSILDAR & ORS. Citation: 2025 INSC 274. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 27-02-2025 List of Acts: The Urban Land (Ceiling and Regulation) Act, 1976; The Urban Land (Ceiling and Regulation) Rules, 1976; The Urban Land (Ceiling and Regulation) Repeal Act, 1999; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether a sister could be impleaded as a defendant in a property dispute suit initiated by her deceased mother, despite the brother's objections. Case Details Case Name: PAPPAMMAL v. JOTHI Citation: 2025 INSC 277. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 27-02-2025 List of Acts: Civil Procedure Code, 1908 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court upheld the eviction notices issued to slum dwellers, affirming the Slum Rehabilitation Authority's power to redevelop "censused slums" without additional notifications. Case Details Case Name: MANSOOR ALI FARIDA IRSHAD ALI v. THE TAHSILDAR-I, SPECIAL CELL Citation: 2025 INSC 276. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 27-02-2025 List of Acts: The Maharashtra Slum Areas (Improvement, Clearance and Redevelopment) Act, 1971; Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Act, 1976 (MHAD Act); Development Control Regulations for Greater Mumbai, 1991 (DCR) Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the maintainability of an intra-court appeal and the jurisdiction of a Division Bench to hear a writ petition without proper assignment by the Chief Justice. Case Details Case Name: GARDEN REACH SHIPBUILDERS AND ENGINEERS LIMITED v. GRSE LIMITED WORKMENS UNION Citation: 2025 INSC 363. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 25-02-2025 List of Acts: Constitution of India, 1949; Letters Patent; Rules framed by the High Court at Calcutta; Writ Rules; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

This case addresses delays in depositing balance sale consideration in specific performance decrees, emphasizing appellate courts' duty to set deposit timelines and the limited applicability of the doctrine of merger. Case Details Case Name: Ram Lal v. Jarnail Singh (Now Deceased) Through Its Lrs & Ors. Citation: 2025 INSC 301. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 25-02-2025 List of Acts: Specific Relief Act, 1963; Limitation Act, 1963; Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC); General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court examined the expulsion of a Member of the Legislative Council, balancing legislative privilege with the need to uphold fundamental rights and proportionality. Case Details Case Name: Sunil Kumar Singh v. Bihar Legislative Council Citation: 2025 INSC 264. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 25-02-2025 List of Acts: Constitution of India, 1949; Representation of the People Act, 1951 (RP Act); The Industrial Disputes Act, 1947; Indian Penal Code, 1860; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the rights of Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in government procurement, focusing on turnover clauses and the 2012 Procurement Policy. Case Details Case Name: Lifecare Innovations Pvt. Ltd. v. Union of India Citation: 2025 INSC 269. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 25-02-2025 List of Acts: Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006; Public Procurement Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) Order 2012; Constitution of India, 1949 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court allowed an appeal, holding that the insurance company improperly repudiated a life insurance policy due to a partial disclosure of existing policies. Case Details Case Name: Mahaveer Sharma v. Exide Life Insurance Company Limited Citation: 2025 INSC 268. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 25-02-2025 List of Acts: Insurance Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed land reservation lapses under the MRTP Act, emphasizing timely acquisition and protecting landowners from indefinite deprivation of property use. Case Details Case Name: Nirmiti Developers v. State of Maharashtra Citation: 2025 INSC 265. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 25-02-2025 List of Acts: The Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966 (MRTP Act); Land Acquisition Act, 1894; The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013; General Principles of Law; Constitution of India, 1949 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against the appellant, holding that prior sanction for prosecution was necessary and that "deemed sanction" is not applicable under Section 197 CrPC. Case Details Case Name: Suneeti Toteja v. State of U.P. Citation: 2025 INSC 267. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 25-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the appellant, holding that she was entitled to pension benefits, as her service had been regularized, despite a period of unauthorized absence. Case Details Case Name: Jaya Bhattacharya v. The State of West Bengal Citation: 2025 INSC 270. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 25-02-2025 List of Acts: West Bengal Service (Death-cum-Retirement Benefit) Rules, 1971; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed appeals related to a fraudulent scheme involving forged Telegraphic Transfers, ultimately acquitting an accused due to insufficient evidence linking him to the stolen gold. Case Details Case Name: Hiralal Babulal Soni v. The State of Maharashtra Citation: 2025 INSC 266. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 25-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court overturned the High Court's acquittal, emphasizing circumstantial evidence, the accused's lack of explanation, and restored the Trial Court's conviction for murder and evidence tampering. Case Details Case Name: THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH v. BALVEER SINGH Citation: 2025 INSC 261. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 24-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

In a circumstantial evidence case, the Supreme Court acquitted the appellant, emphasizing the broken chain of evidence and inconsistencies in witness testimonies regarding the murder of a minor. Case Details Case Name: MD. BANI ALAM MAZID @ DHAN v. STATE OF ASSAM Citation: 2025 INSC 260. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 24-02-2025 List of Acts: The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC); Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (Cr.P.C.); Indian Evidence Act, 1872; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court allowed a disabled medical aspirant's appeal, emphasizing functional assessment over rigid disability quantification and reasonable accommodation under the RPwD Act. Case Details Case Name: Anmol v. Union of India Citation: 2025 INSC 313. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 21-02-2025 List of Acts: Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016; Constitution of India, 1949; Graduate Medical Education Regulations (Amendment), 2019; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Surinder Dogra for offenses related to forgery and corruption involving manipulation of air tickets while working as Traffic Superintendent. Case Details Case Name: Surinder Dogra v. State Through Director CBI Citation: 2025 INSC 258. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 21-02-2025 List of Acts: Ranbir Penal Code (RPC) of 1989; Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988; Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether legal heirs of a deceased partner are bound by arbitration agreements in partnership deeds, even if they are non-signatories. Case Details Case Name: Rahul Verma v. Rampat Lal Verma Citation: 2025 INSC 296. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 21-02-2025 List of Acts: Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996; Indian Partnership Act, 1932; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed appeals concerning pension benefits for 'Job Contractors' in Odisha, distinguishing them from 'work-charged' employees under the Odisha Pension Rules. Case Details Case Name: State of Odisha v. Sudhansu Sekhar Jena Citation: 2025 INSC 259. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 21-02-2025 List of Acts: Odisha Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1992; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of a government notification regarding exemptions on reclamation fees for paddy land under the Kerala Conservation Act. Case Details Case Name: THE STATE OF KERALA v. MOUSHMI ANN JACOB Citation: 2025 INSC 255. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 20-02-2025 List of Acts: Kerala Conservation of Paddy Land and Wetland Act, 2008; Kerala Conservation of Paddy Land and Wetland Rules, 2008; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether candidates holding a Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering possess equivalent qualifications for a Junior Engineer post requiring a Diploma in Electrical Engineering. Case Details Case Name: Sajid Khan v. L Rahmathullah Citation: 2025 INSC 251. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 20-02-2025 List of Acts: Recruitment Jurisprudence Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's acquittal of the accused, emphasizing deficiencies in the prosecution's case and the accused's entitlement to the benefit of the doubt. Case Details Case Name: THE STATE OF HIMACHAL PRADESH v. RAJESH KUMAR @ MUNNU Citation: 2025 INSC 331. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 20-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court overturned the High Court's intervention in personal insolvency proceedings, emphasizing the statutory process under the IBC and the Adjudicating Authority's role. Case Details Case Name: Bank of Baroda v. Farooq Ali Khan Citation: 2025 INSC 253. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 20-02-2025 List of Acts: Constitution of India, 1949; Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016; Insolvency and Bankruptcy (Application to Adjudicating Authority for Insolvency Resolution Process for Personal Guarantors to Corporate Debtors) Rules, 2019; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the maintainability of PILs against policy decisions, limiting judicial interference in contracts between the state and private entities. Case Details Case Name: Racing Promotion Private Limited v. Dr. Harish Citation: 2025 INSC 252. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 20-02-2025 List of Acts: Public Interest Litigation (PIL); Contract Law; Policy Decisions of the Government; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the conduct of advocates, particularly advocates-on-record, concerning duties, obligations, and ethical standards, while considering the designation process for senior advocates. Case Details Case Name: Jitender @ Kalla v. State (Govt.) of NCT of Delhi Citation: 2025 INSC 249. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 20-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Advocates Act, 1961; Constitution of India, 1949; Supreme Court Rules, 2013; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court directed the Union of India to ensure States/UTs provide facilities for nursing mothers in public places, upholding their fundamental rights and child welfare. Case Details Case Name: MAATR SPARSH AN INITIATIVE BY AVYAAN FOUNDATION v. UNION OF INDIA Citation: 2025 INSC 302. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 19-02-2025 List of Acts: Constitution of India, 1949; National Food Security Act, 2013; Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015; Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017; Universal Declaration of Human Rights, 1948; United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (“UNCRC”); General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of registering a second FIR concerning the same or connected offenses, clarifying the circumstances under which such registration is permissible. Case Details Case Name: State of Rajasthan v. Surendra Singh Rathore Citation: 2025 INSC 248. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 19-02-2025 List of Acts: Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988; Indian Penal Code, 1860; Criminal Procedure Code, 1973; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the bail appeal, focusing on interpreting Section 437(6) of the CrPC, clarifying its discretionary nature and relationship with Article 21. Case Details Case Name: Subhelal @ Sushil Sahu v. The State of Chhattisgarh Citation: 2025 INSC 242. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 18-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Constitution of India, 1949 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the refund of stamp duty on a lost e-stamp paper, emphasizing principles of equity, restitution, and constitutional rights. Case Details Case Name: DR. POORNIMA ADVANI v. GOVERNMENT OF NCT Citation: 2025 INSC 262. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 18-02-2025 List of Acts: Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to the appellant, considering the charge-sheet had been filed, in a case involving allegations of cheating and rape under the IPC. Case Details Case Name: Hitesh Umeshbhai Mashru v. The State of Gujarat Citation: 2025 INSC 246. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 18-02-2025 List of Acts: The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court quashed defamation proceedings against appellants, emphasizing the necessity of preliminary inquiry under Section 202 Cr.P.C. and responsible journalism under Article 19(1)(a). Case Details Case Name: Jaideep Bose v. M/S Bid and Hammer Auctioneers Private Limited Citation: 2025 INSC 241. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 18-02-2025 List of Acts: The Press and Registration of Books Act, 1867; Indian Penal Code, 1860; Criminal Procedure Code, 1973; Constitution of India, 1949 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the appropriate government's power to grant remission, emphasizing fair procedures, the necessity of policy frameworks, and adherence to constitutional principles. Case Details Case Name: IN RE POLICY STRATEGY FOR GRANT OF BAIL Citation: 2025 INSC 239. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 18-02-2025 List of Acts: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court overturned the High Court's decision, holding that a preliminary inquiry isn't mandatory before filing an FIR under the Prevention of Corruption Act. Case Details Case Name: THE STATE OF KARNATAKA v. T.N. SUDHAKAR REDDY Citation: 2025 INSC 229. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 17-02-2025 List of Acts: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision, affirming that amendments to VAT rules could not retroactively reduce input tax credits already earned before the enabling statutory provision came into effect. Case Details Case Name: State of Punjab v. Trishala Alloys Pvt. Ltd. Citation: 2025 INSC 231. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 17-02-2025 List of Acts: The Punjab Value Added Tax Act, 2005 (Punjab VAT Act); The Punjab Value Added Tax Rules, 2005 (Punjab VAT Rules); Central Sales Tax Act; Central Excise Rules, 2002; Tamil Nadu Value Added Tax Act, 2006; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed whether gratuity can be forfeited for misconduct involving moral turpitude without a criminal conviction, clarifying the scope of the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972. Case Details Case Name: WESTERN COAL FIELDS LIMITED v. MANOHAR GOVINDA FULZELE Citation: 2025 INSC 233. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 17-02-2025 List of Acts: Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972; General Clauses Act, 1897; Conduct, Discipline and Appeal Rules, 1978; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court granted bail to Tapas Kumar Palit, emphasizing the right to a speedy trial under Article 21 and concerns over prolonged pre-trial detention. Case Details Case Name: Tapas Kumar Palit v. State of Chhattisgarh Citation: 2025 INSC 222. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 14-02-2025 List of Acts: The Unlawful Activities Prevention Act, 1967; Chhattisgarh Vishesh Jan Suraksha Adhiniyam, 2005; Indian Penal Code, 1860; Constitution of India, 1949; Criminal Procedure Code, 1973; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed a case involving a bidder's error in a tender, balancing contractual obligations with principles of equity and proportionality. Case Details Case Name: M/s ABCI Infrastructures Pvt. Ltd. v. Union of India Citation: 2025 INSC 215. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 14-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Contract Act, 1872; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed liability for wreck removal costs under the Indian Ports Act, emphasizing that the High Court should have determined liability instead of dismissing the case due to delay. Case Details Case Name: JSW STEEL LTD. v. THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE MUMBAI PORT TRUST MUMBAI Citation: 2025 INSC 257. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 14-02-2025 List of Acts: The Indian Ports Act, 1908; Constitution of India, 1949 Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court addressed the propriety of a High Court's review of a labor dispute, focusing on the employer's suppression of crucial evidence and its impact on fairness. Case Details Case Name: MAHARASHTRA STATE ROAD TRANSPORT CORPORATION v. MAHADEO KRISHNA NAIK Citation: 2025 INSC 218. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 14-02-2025 List of Acts: Constitution of India, 1949; Motor Vehicles Act, 1988; The Industrial Disputes Act, 1947; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC); General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

The Supreme Court acquitted the appellant, Vinod @ Nasmulla, due to insufficient evidence, questioning the reliability of identification and arrest procedures in a dacoity case. Case Details Case Name: Vinod @ Nasmulla v. The State of Chhattisgarh Citation: 2025 INSC 220. (Supreme Court of India) Decision Date: 14-02-2025 List of Acts: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Arms Act, 1959; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Detailed Case Brief Legal Framework Analysis Full Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key