Supreme Court held that states cannot undo decades-old land transactions to reclaim title, emphasizing protection of innocent buyers and their right to basic amenities.
The case involved a large-scale digital fraud using coercion and impersonation to extract funds. The Court denied bail, holding that the accused played key roles and that investigation must proceed without interference.
The Court reduced the death penalty to life imprisonment after finding the case did not satisfy the strict capital punishment threshold. It ruled that lifelong imprisonment without remission is a more proportionate sentence in severe sexual offence cases.
The Court ruled that making unverified allegations against judicial officers amounts to criminal contempt. It emphasized that criticism must be evidence-based and not undermine judicial authority.
The Court examined whether prior orders and perceived bias justified recusal and held they did not. It ruled that unsubstantiated apprehensions cannot form the basis for disqualification of a judge.
The Court noted that the temple was built and used by local residents for decades. It held that such collective acceptance negates encroachment claims.
The High Court ordered rescheduling of bar elections after authorities failed to implement the Supreme Court’s 30% reservation for women. The ruling reinforces that constitutional directives under Article 142 are binding and cannot be ignored.
Supreme Court holds safe road passage integral to Article 21 and issues nationwide directions on highway safety, enforcement, and infrastructure compliance.
The Court examined misuse of anti-conversion laws through third-party complaints lacking factual basis. It held that such false FIRs are a disturbing trend and require strict scrutiny and accountability.
The Court held that FIR details are public documents and can be reported by media. It ruled that such disclosure does not violate privacy or amount to a media trial.
