In Union of India v. M/s Kamakhya Transport Pvt. Ltd. (2025 INSC 805), the Supreme Court held that Indian Railways can recover penalties for misdeclared consignments even after delivery under Section 66 of the Railways Act, 1989. Overturning the Gauhati High Court, it clarified that the law sets no time limit for such recovery, and dues may be imposed before or after delivery if misdeclaration is detected.
In Somdatt Builders – NCC – NEC (JV) vs. National Highways Authority of India & Ors. (Civil Appeal No. 2058/2012), the Supreme Court upheld the arbitral tribunal's award, emphasizing minimal judicial interference under Section 34 of the Arbitration Act. It reiterated that courts do not act as appellate bodies and Read more »
The Hon’ble Supreme Court of India, in Rahul v. State of U.P., 2026 INSC 825, relying upon Prashant Bharti v. State (NCT of Delhi) and Rajiv Thapar & Others v. Madan Lal Kapoor, reiterated that the High Court, while exercising jurisdiction under Section 482 Cr.P.C., can quash an FIR at Read more »
The Supreme Court held that two companies incorporated in India could choose a seat for arbitration outside India and the resultant award would be enforceable under Part II of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The Supreme Court, however, held that such parties are also entitled to interim relief under Read more »
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