Keeping Pace with Legal Change
The Supreme Court, comprising Justices Pankaj Mithal and S.V.N. Bhatti, clarified that deemed tenancy under the Bombay Rent Act cannot be claimed from business conducting agreements. The ruling emphasizes distinct contractual intent, protecting property owners and ensuring clarity in commercial lease disputes.
The Supreme Court, led by Justices B.R. Gavai and Augustine George Masih, clarified that the 2012 amendment to the Haryana Good Conduct Prisoners (Temporary Release) Act does not apply retroactively in a parole violation case, ensuring fair application of law and protecting prisoner rights.
The Supreme Court, comprising Justices Abhay S. Oka, Ahsanuddin Amanullah, and Augustine George Masih, upheld the cut-off date for valid category certificates in the Rajasthan Judicial Service Exam, ensuring procedural fairness. The ruling reinforces strict adherence to eligibility criteria, promoting transparency in judicial recruitment.
The Supreme Court, with Justices Sudhanshu Dhulia and K. Vinod Chandran, clarified that liability in accidents involving hazardous goods vehicles without proper endorsement falls on the vehicle owner and driver. The ruling emphasizes strict compliance with transport regulations to ensure safety and accountability under the Motor Vehicles Act.
The Supreme Court, led by Justices Sanjay Karol and Ahsanuddin Amanullah, restored criminal proceedings against the former CFO of Daechang Seat Automotive Pvt. Ltd. for alleged ₹10 crore GST fraud. The ruling emphasizes protecting foreign investments while ensuring fair trials, overturning the Karnataka High Court’s quashing of the case.
The Supreme Court, comprising Justices Sudhanshu Dhulia and K. Vinod Chandran, clarified that government assistance must be deducted from motor accident compensation to prevent double recovery. The ruling ensures fair compensation while maintaining equity in claims under the Motor Vehicles Act.
The Supreme Court, led by Justices Dipankar Datta and Manmohan, upheld exclusive jurisdiction clauses in private employment contracts, affirming their enforceability. The ruling clarifies that such clauses bind parties to designated courts, ensuring legal certainty and streamlining dispute resolution in employment agreements.
Justices Sudhanshu Dhulia and K. Vinod Chandran upheld the legality of a tribal land sale under Section 165 of the M.P. Land Revenue Code, affirming compliance with regulatory provisions. The landmark ruling strengthens tribal land rights while ensuring legal transfers, promoting clarity in property transactions.
The Supreme Court, comprising Justices Rajesh Bindal and N. Kotiswar Singh, upheld the validity of a 1967 gift deed, rejecting the retrospective application of the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act. The ruling clarifies that pre-1988 transactions are exempt, prioritizing legal clarity and property rights.
BJP leader Shazia Ilmi sued journalist Rajdeep Sardesai for defamation after a video from a heated India Today debate on the Agniveer scheme allegedly violated her privacy. The Delhi High Court ordered the video’s removal, citing privacy rights, while partially upholding defamation claims.
