When a vaccination programme was undertaken as a State-led public health intervention, the government could not evade responsibility towards families who allege deaths or serious injuries following vaccination, particularly when official data itself acknowledged that some deaths occurred after COVID-19 vaccination.
A conclusion of an auction sale would not bar re-valuation of the auctioned property, when a question arises regarding the adequacy of valuation or fixation of the reserve price.
The Court expressed concern over unclear railway fund allocation and emphasized that spending must prioritize public safety and welfare. Railways were directed to submit a detailed affidavit explaining funding priorities.
The Court indicated that the three-year practice requirement should continue and sought suggestions from High Courts and law universities before deciding on the plea for exemption.
The Supreme Court dismissed the SLP challenging the Karnataka High Court decision that Kambala events cannot be restricted only to Dakshina Kannada and Udupi, as the PCA amendments permitting such sports have been upheld.
Supreme Court held that dismissal of public servant [police officer] on the basis of presumption without department inquiry under Article 311(2) proviso (b) of the Constitution of India is unsustainable in law. Accordingly, order of dismissal is liable to be quashed.
Supreme Court held that the privy purses and other privileges granted to the erstwhile rulers of the Princely States were the direct outcome of political and contractual arrangements.
Supreme Court held that mere determination of the status of a candidate as to whether he/she falls within the creamy layer or the non-creamy layer of the OBCs cannot be decided solely on the basis of the income of their parents.
The Court held that the petitioner had already brought the matter to the authorities and declined to issue a mandamus. It expressed confidence that authorities would consider earlier observations while formulating a model policy.
The Supreme Court held that candidates with benchmark disabilities could be considered for Group C posts identified as suitable under a 2021 notification. Authorities were directed to process their dossiers and ensure appointment.
