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This case concerns a dispute over the validity of a will and the application of Section 67 of the Indian Succession Act, where the Supreme Court examined whether the High Court erred in applying this section based on an additional question of law framed during the second appeal. Case Details Case Name: C.P. FRANCIS v. C.P. JOSEPH Citation: 2025 INSC 1071 Court: Supreme Court of India Decision Date: 03-09-2025 List of Laws: Indian Succession Act, 1925; Code of Civil Procedure, 1908; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Case Brief Legal Framework Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

This case concerns a dispute over alleged oppression and mismanagement in Satori Global Limited. The Supreme Court assessed the validity of a gift deed and board meeting proceedings, ultimately ruling in favor of the appellant, Shailja Krishna. Case Details Case Name: Shailja Krishna v. Satori Global Limited Citation: 2025 INSC 1065 Court: Supreme Court of India Decision Date: 02-09-2025 List of Laws: Companies Act, 2013; Specific Relief Act, 1963; Indian Penal Code, 1860; Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005; Articles of Association (AoA); General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Case Brief Legal Framework Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

This case addresses whether a High Court can decline to consider bail cancellation based on witness intimidation, suggesting the Witness Protection Scheme as an alternative. The Supreme Court clarifies the distinct roles of bail cancellation and witness protection. Case Details Case Name: Phireram v. State of Uttar Pradesh Citation: 2025 INSC 1074 Court: Supreme Court of India Decision Date: 02-09-2025 List of Laws: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Witness Protection Scheme, 2018; General Principles of Law; Article 142 of the Constitution of India Study Materials (Access for Members only) Case Brief Legal Framework Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

This case concerns the enforceability of an arbitral award, specifically focusing on whether a contractual clause barred the arbitral tribunal from awarding pendente lite interest. The Supreme Court examined the interplay between contractual terms and statutory provisions regarding interest. Case Details Case Name: OIL AND NATURAL GAS CORPORATION LTD v. M/S G AND T BECKFIELD DRILLING SERVICES PVT. LTD Citation: 2025 INSC 1066 Court: Supreme Court of India Decision Date: 02-09-2025 List of Laws: Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996; Indian Contract Act, 1872; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Case Brief Legal Framework Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

This appeal addresses the High Court's acquittal of the respondents in a rape case, focusing on inconsistencies in evidence, improper joint trial under Cr.P.C. Section 223, and the necessity of proving actual prejudice for overturning a trial. Case Details Case Name: SUSHIL KUMAR TIWARI v. HARE RAM SAH Citation: 2025 INSC 1061 Court: Supreme Court of India Decision Date: 01-09-2025 List of Laws: Indian Penal Code, 1860; Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Case Brief Legal Framework Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

This case concerns the validity of rules defining "local candidates" for medical college admissions in Telangana, focusing on whether the High Court can interfere with legislative definitions and the constitutionality of residency requirements. Case Details Case Name: The State of Telangana v. Kalluri Naga Narasimha Abhiram Citation: 2025 INSC 1058 Court: Supreme Court of India Decision Date: 01-09-2025 List of Laws: Constitution of India, 1949; Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014; Andhra Pradesh Educational Institutions (Regulation of Admissions) Order, 1974; Telangana Medical & Dental Colleges Admission (Admission into MBBS & BDS Courses) Rules, 2017; Telangana Educational Institutions (Regulation of Admission and Prohibition of Capitation Fee), Act, 1983; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Case Brief Legal Framew...

This case concerns a sugar mill's alleged environmental violations and the National Green Tribunal's (NGT) imposition of compensation without adhering to principles of natural justice and statutory procedures. Case Details Case Name: M/S TRIVENI ENGINEERING AND INDUSTRIES LTD. v. STATE OF UTTAR PRADESH Citation: 2025 INSC 1060 Court: Supreme Court of India Decision Date: 01-09-2025 List of Laws: The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010; Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974; Environment Protection Act, 1986; Companies Act, 2013; Code of Civil Procedure, 1908; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Indian Penal Code, 1860; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Case Brief Legal Framework Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

This case addresses whether the High Court erred in granting anticipatory bail to an accused under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, despite the Act's restrictions. Case Details Case Name: Kiran v. Rajkumar Jivraj Jain Citation: 2025 INSC 1067 Court: Supreme Court of India Decision Date: 01-09-2025 List of Laws: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989; Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023; Constitution of India, 1949; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Case Brief Legal Framework Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

This case concerns a property dispute between brothers, where the plaintiff claimed ownership based on an agreement to sell, GPA, and a will from their father. The Supreme Court examined whether these documents conferred valid title. Case Details Case Name: Ramesh Chand (D) Thr.Lrs. v. Suresh Chand Citation: 2025 INSC 1059 Court: Supreme Court of India Decision Date: 01-09-2025 List of Laws: Transfer of Property Act, 1882; Indian Succession Act, 1925; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Contract Act; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Case Brief Legal Framework Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key

This case concerns a dispute over electricity tariffs between KKK Hydro Power and Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board, focusing on regulatory oversight and the validity of tariff modifications. Case Details Case Name: M/s. KKK Hydro Power Limited v. Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Limited Citation: 2025 INSC 1057 Court: Supreme Court of India Decision Date: 29-08-2025 List of Laws: Electricity Act, 2003; Electricity Regulatory Commissions Act, 1998; Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (Power Procurement from Renewable Sources and Cogeneration by Distribution Licensee) Regulations, 2007; General Principles of Law Study Materials (Access for Members only) Case Brief Legal Framework Court Judgment MCQs & Answer Key