Revenue Entries Aren’t Proof Of Title, Long Possession Isn’t Adverse Possession: Supreme Court In 45-Year Land Dispute

The Supreme Court reaffirmed that a revenue entry recording land as held for religious purposes is not conclusive proof of a completed dedication, that long possession does not become adverse possession without proof of hostile intent, and that a High Court may disturb concurrent findings under Section 100 CPC where they rest on a misapplication […]

Adoption of Niece’s Husband as “Ghardamad” Can’t Confer Property Rights Without Proof of Custom: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled that an uncle-in-law cannot adopt his niece’s husband as a “ghardamad” for inheritance unless such a custom is legally proved. Setting aside three concurrent judgments, the Court held that the alleged Oraon tribal custom lacked sufficient evidence under customary law.

70 Years, 4 Generations, One Land Dispute: Supreme Court Finally Ends Legal Battle, Upholds 1957 Sale Deed

The Supreme Court ended a land dispute that lasted 70 years and spanned four generations by upholding a registered 1957 sale deed. The Court ruled that minor discrepancies cannot invalidate a sale deed unless there are allegations of fraud or forgery.

Possession Does Not End Rights, Homebuyer Can Seek Compensation for Delayed Delivery: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled that homebuyers can approach consumer forums for compensation over delayed possession even after taking flat possession. The Court set aside the NCDRC order and held that arbitration clauses cannot prevent buyers from seeking remedies against real estate developers for deficient services.

State Cannot Cancel Jamabandi Without Due Process, Property Rights Cannot Be Taken Away Summarily: Patna HC 

The Patna High Court quashed Bihar government proceedings cancelling old land records in Katihar and ordered restoration of disputed jamabandis. Justice Sourendra Pandey held that property rights cannot be taken away through summary action without due process and hearing affected parties.

Mere existence of Dargah does not make land a Waqf property, Waqf Board Has No Automatic Claim: Madras High Court

The Madras High Court held that the mere presence of a Dargah on land does not automatically place the property under the Waqf Board’s control. The Court ruled that the Board must first establish, in accordance with law, that the property is a valid Waqf before claiming jurisdiction.

Daughters Cannot Claim Rights In Agricultural Land If Succession Opened Before 2005 Amendment: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court held that daughters cannot claim inheritance or partition rights in agricultural land where succession opened before the 2005 Hindu Succession Act amendment, ruling that such cases remain governed by the Delhi Land Reforms Act, under which male lineal descendants receive preference in succession.

Agreement to Sell Does Not Convey Title, Stamp Duty Applies Only When Possession Is Delivered Under the Agreement: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court held that an agreement to sell between a landlord and a tenant already in possession is not a deemed conveyance unless possession is transferred or the tenancy is surrendered. It added that stamp duty applies only when possession follows.

Calcutta High Court Orders Demolition of Tower at Elita Garden Vista: No Alternative When Structure Built Without Consent

The Calcutta High Court ordered the demolition of a tower at Elita Garden Vista, stressing that there is no alternative when additional structures are built without the consent of flat owners and beyond the sanctioned plan.