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The Supreme Court condoned the delay but dismissed the special leave petitions, affirming the impugned judgments. Petitioners can still pursue other legal remedies.
The Court held that prolonged custody and uncertainty over trial completion justified granting bail. It ruled that the appellant’s completed minimum sentence period warranted release.
The Court held that continued custody was unwarranted even though a significant tax loss was alleged. Bail was allowed as the charge-sheet was filed and a co-accused was already released.
SC holds that unexplained delays in filing chargesheets violate the right to speedy trial under Article 21 and can justify quashing criminal proceedings.
Supreme Court condoned a 524-day delay after noting inefficient internal procedures and repeated scrutiny steps. The ruling stresses need for streamlined administrative processes in filing appeals.
Supreme Court declines judicial intervention in GST registration, emphasizing policy decisions rest with the government and legislature.
The Court held that amounts paid under protest before assessment must be considered when calculating the 10% pre-deposit required under Section 26(6A) of the MVAT Act. The ruling restores the appeal and confirms that the statute must be interpreted strictly as written.
Supreme Court declares the 25-year experience mandate for Chartered Accountants seeking ITAT positions unconstitutional, aligning with prior rulings on advocates.
The judgment confirmed that Section 11(2) of the EPF Act creates a first charge that overrides SARFAESI’s priority clause. Thus, provident fund contributions, interest, penalties, and damages must be paid before clearing secured creditors’ dues.
Supreme Court ruled that CoC and RP can surrender financially burdensome assets voluntarily, clarifying moratorium under section 14(1)(d) is a protective shield, not a retention mandate.
