Supreme Court Rejects Tata Sponge Iron’s Plea Against Odisha Entry Tax, No Refund Allowed

The Supreme Court refused to entertain Tata Sponge Iron Limited’s challenge to constitutional validity of the Odisha Entry Tax Act, 1999, upholding Orissa High Court’s dismissal. A Bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and Prasanna B Varale found no infirmity.

Circumstantial Evidence Can Lead to Conviction Only If It Points Solely to Guilt: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court held that circumstantial evidence can justify a conviction only when it is completely inconsistent with the accused’s innocence. The Court ruled that conviction cannot be based solely on the “last seen together” theory without strong corroborative proof.

‘Individual Cannot Always Be the Centre of Attention’: Supreme Court Prioritises National Interest Over Personal Liberty

The Supreme Court held that while Article 21 rights are vital, they cannot be the only basis for bail in cases involving national security. The Court said individual liberty is secondary when the country’s sovereignty and integrity are at risk.

Supreme Court Warns: Municipal Bodies Will ‘Become Defunct’ Without Revenue, Cannot Deliver Basic Services

The Supreme Court has held that civic bodies cannot function or meet their legal duties without steady revenue, stressing that regular tax revisions are essential. The Court warned that without adequate funds, municipalities risk becoming defunct, causing chaos and harming public health.

Supreme Court Ends Jharkhand’s Extra Verification Rule: 2009 Stamp-Duty Directive for Cooperative Societies Declared Illegal

The Supreme Court has struck down Jharkhand’s 2009 order that forced cooperative societies to undergo additional verification for stamp-duty exemptions. The Court held the rule imposed “unnecessary, excessive requirements” and violated principles of simple and transparent governance.

Supreme Court Saves Panchayat Bhawan from Demolition: Sets Aside Allahabad High Court Order in Pilibhit Case

The Supreme Court overturned the Allahabad High Court’s order directing demolition of a Panchayat Bhawan in Pilibhit, saying public money must not go to waste. The Court asked the district collector to resolve the pathway dispute and keep the building intact.

Supreme Court Flags ‘Very Serious Issue’ as Open Prisons Lie Empty Amid Overcrowded Jails

The Supreme Court said the underuse of open correctional institutions is a “very serious issue” even as prisons across states remain overcrowded. The Court plans to issue a detaailed mandate after noting states’ poor response on utilising open prisons.

Protection of Liberty Vital, But Victims’ Pain Cannot Be Ignored: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court set aside Patna HC’s anticipatory bail order in a murder case, stressing that liberty must be balanced with victims’ suffering. The bench directed the accused to surrender within four weeks and apply for regular bail.

Word Spreads Faster Than Wind About Dowry Harassment, Says Supreme Court While Acquitting Mother-in-Law

The Supreme Court acquitted a woman convicted under Section 498-A IPC, observing that “word spreads faster than the wind” about dowry harassment. The bench set aside the Uttarakhand High Court’s order citing lack of reliable evidence.

Supreme Court Sets Aside Allahabad HC Bail Granted to Murder Accused for Gathering Evidence to Prove Innocence

The Supreme Court set-aside the Allahabad High Court’s decision granting bail to a murder accused, ruling that the justification of gathering evidence to prove innocence lacked valid grounds and did not warrant such extraordinary indulgence from the court. New Delhi: The Supreme Court has set-aside an Allahabad High Court order that granted bail to a […]