Supreme Court

Upholding Natural Justice in Disciplinary Proceedings By Justices Dipankar Datta and Justice Prashant K.Mishra

In this case, the Supreme Court struck down a penalty imposed on a senior retired Assistant Engineer, Ram Prakash Singh, under Rule 27 of Tripura Administrative Services Rules on procedural lapse and violation of due process, leaving it clear that departmental inquiry is subject to strict adherence to due process which entails production of evidence, timely conclusions and fair hearing opportunities.

byLegal MaestrosJune 20, 2025June 20, 2025

Supreme Court

A Critical Analysis of Procedural Fairness in Disciplinary Proceedings by Justice Dipankar Datta

The Supreme Court set aside the rejection of Maharana Pratap Singh on basis of denial of due process, broad allegations and absence of fair inquiry. It gave rewards to compensation, stating that the, due process, and following natural justice is an imperative in departmental exercises of discipline.

byLegal MaestrosJune 20, 2025June 20, 2025

Supreme Court

Validity of Gift Deed and the Need for Consequential Relief by Justices J.B. Pardiwala & R. Mahadevan

The Supreme Court in this case clarified that a person not party to a document is not obligated to seek its cancellation. It restored the plaintiff’s title based on a valid gift deed, setting aside the High Court’s erroneous interpretation of Section 31 and 34 of the Specific Relief Act, 1963.

byLegal MaestrosJune 19, 2025

Supreme Court

Irretrievable Breakdown of Marriage by Justice Vikram Nath, Sanjay Karol, and Sandeep Mehta

The Supreme court in a landmark decision dissolved the marriage of a couple who had been separated for more than ten years saying irretrievable breakdown was a valid ground to grant divorce under Article 142 of the Constitution. The case shows that the Court, as an arm of the constitution, has the right to give full justice when there is no statute on the matter.

byLegal MaestrosJune 19, 2025June 19, 2025

Supreme Court

Reaffirming the Rehabilitative Spirit of Justice: Supreme Court’s Verdict by Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice Manmohan

In Chellammal & Anr. V. State of Tamil Nadu (2025), the Supreme Court reviews the fundamentals of jurisprudence regarding sentencing, which lacks a mention of the legal obligation imposed on the courts to seek probation. The case enriches our knowledge of Section 498A IPC and the Probation of offenders Act 1958.

byLegal MaestrosJune 19, 2025June 19, 2025

Supreme Court

Upholding Judicial Integrity: A Comprehensive Inquiry into the Justice Varma Report

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court affirmed the primacy of free speech, striking down restrictive provisions. Led by Justice Chandrachud, the majority underscored constitutional protections, balancing individual liberties with public order, and setting a precedent for robust democratic discourse.

byDileep PoshwalJune 19, 2025June 19, 2025

High court

Haryana’s Prevention of Public Gambling Act, 2025: Key Provisions and Implications

Haryana Prevention of Public Gambling Act, 2025 modernizes century-old regulations to tackle illegal wagering and sports corruption. It defines betting and gaming, imposes stringent penalties, enables robust enforcement with presumptions and forfeiture, aiming to safeguard public order and sporting integrity.

byDileep PoshwalJune 19, 2025June 19, 2025

Supreme Court

Supreme Court Balances Medical Negligence with Fair Compensation: By Justice Dipankar Datta

In April 22, 2025, in a landmark case, the Supreme Court observed medical negligence conviction against Kamieni Hospitals but downsized the monetary award to 10 lakhs instead of 15 lakhs which struck balance between culpability of medical institutions and reasonable recompense to sufferers, a family.

byLegal MaestrosJune 18, 2025June 18, 2025

Supreme Court

Supreme Court Balances Medical Negligence with Fair Compensation: By Justice B.R. Gavai and Justice Augustine George Masih

On April 22, 2025, the Supreme Court delivered a strong judgement that confirmed medical negligence case against Kamieni Hospitals and awarded only 10 lakh rupees to the affected family out of the 15 lakh rupees claimed to maintain the balance between corporate liability of medical institutions and proper redress to the sufferers.

byLegal MaestrosJune 18, 2025

Supreme Court

Public Servants, and the Need for Sanction under Criminal Procedure Code: Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice Manmohan

In this historic decision, the Supreme Court made it clear that those who are on deputation are still under the protection of section 197 of CrPC and cannot be charged without such a sanction and the important constitutional protection is intact.

byLegal MaestrosJune 18, 2025June 18, 2025