Featured Case: The Right to Dignity in Life and Death – Supreme Court Streamlines Euthanasia Guidelines

In a landmark decision with profound ethical, medical, and legal implications, the Supreme Court has re-emphasized the ‘right to die with dignity’ under Article 21, specifically authorizing the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment for a patient in a permanent vegetative state. This judgment clarifies and streamlines the procedural safeguards for passive euthanasia established in the Common Cause guidelines, unequivocally classifying Clinically Assisted Nutrition and Hydration (CANH) as medical treatment. It underscores the "best interest of the patient" principle and the imperative for robust palliative care, while strongly urging the Union Government to enact comprehensive legislation to provide a clear statutory framework for end-of-life decisions.

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HARISH RANA VS UNION OF INDIA & ORS., decided on 11-03-2026

Other Supreme Court Decisions You Might Find Interesting:

Arbitration Autonomy Affirmed: Court Limits Challenges to Tribunal Constitution

The Supreme Court recently dismissed a challenge by the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai against an arbitral award, critically interpreting an arbitration clause concerning the appointment of a presiding arbitrator. The Court held that a stipulated 30-day period for co-arbitrators to appoint a third party is an enabling provision, not a strict deadline that automatically divests their power if no party requests external intervention. This judgment reinforces the limited scope of judicial interference in arbitral awards, warns against using "jurisdictional aces" for belated challenges, and upholds the principle of party autonomy and the ethos of arbitration, a crucial insight for legal professionals and contracting entities.

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MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF GREATER MUMBAI VS M/S R.V. ANDERSON ASSOCIATES LIMITED, decided on 11-03-2026

Corporate Governance Under Scrutiny: SC Directs Expedited Adjudication of Oppression & Mismanagement Petition

In a significant case highlighting corporate governance challenges, the Supreme Court has directed the NCLT to expeditiously adjudicate a petition alleging oppression, mismanagement, fabrication of statutory filings, and illegal shareholding changes in a development company. The Court maintained an interim status quo, preventing further alteration or creation of third-party interests in valuable project land, while emphasizing the NCLT’s role in safeguarding the subject matter of dispute. This ruling underscores the judiciary’s vigilance in protecting shareholder rights and ensuring corporate transparency during ongoing disputes, vital for investors and corporate legal teams.

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MONIVEDA CONSULTANTS LLP AND ANOTHER VS SHAJAS DEVELOPERS PRIVATE LIMITED AND OTHERS, decided on 11-03-2026

OBC Creamy Layer: SC Excludes PSU/Private Salary from Income Test, Prevents Hostile Discrimination

The Supreme Court has delivered a crucial judgment clarifying the 'creamy layer' exclusion criteria for OBC reservation benefits. The Court ruled that salary income for employees in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and private organizations cannot be included in the income/wealth test for creamy layer determination, upholding the 1993 Office Memorandum over a later clarificatory letter. This decision prevents hostile discrimination against PSU/private employees compared to government counterparts and emphasizes a status-based assessment, a critical update for HR professionals, public policy experts, and those involved in reservation policies.

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UNION OF INDIA AND OTHERS VS ROHIT H NATHAN AND ANOTHER, ETC., decided on 11-03-2026

Seniority Rules for Assistant Engineers: Training Period Counts as Duty, SC Clarifies

In a decision impacting public sector employment, the Supreme Court has clarified the determination of inter-se seniority for Assistant Engineers in the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board. Overturning a High Court ruling, the SC held that a direct recruit's seniority counts from their first date of joining duty, which includes the mandatory training period, as training is explicitly considered part of service/duty under applicable regulations. This judgment provides clarity on service regulations and seniority calculations, crucial for HR departments and public sector employees.

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M. THANIGIVELU AND ORS. VS TAMIL NADU ELECTRICITY BOARD AND ORS., decided on 11-03-2026

CBI Bribery Conviction Reinstated: SC Overturns High Court Acquittal for Income Tax Inspector

The Supreme Court has reinstated the bribery conviction of an Income Tax Inspector, overturning a High Court acquittal. The Court affirmed that direct evidence of demand and acceptance of a bribe can lead to conviction under the Prevention of Corruption Act, even if a larger conspiracy charge is not proven. This ruling underscores the judiciary’s firm stance against corruption and reinforces that credible testimony from complainants and raiding party members, even with minor inconsistencies, can be sufficient to establish guilt. A key reminder for vigilance and ethical conduct in public service.

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Central Bureau of Investigation VS Baljeet Singh, decided on 10-03-2026

Jurisdictional Divide: SC Clarifies Civil vs. Revenue Court Powers on Khatedari Rights

Addressing a jurisdictional conflict, the Supreme Court ruled that Civil Courts cannot simply reject a plaint challenging a gift deed involving 'khatedari rights' due to lack of jurisdiction. Instead, if khatedari rights are central to the dispute, the Civil Court must refer this specific issue to the Revenue Court or keep the civil suit in abeyance pending the Revenue Court's decision. This clarification is vital for legal practitioners dealing with property disputes, particularly those involving agricultural or tenancy rights under state-specific land laws like the Rajasthan Tenancy Act.

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Arjun & Anr. VS Mukesh & Ors., decided on 27-02-2026

Vicarious Liability in Murder Cases: SC Upholds Conviction for Unlawful Assembly

In a criminal appeal, the Supreme Court upheld the conviction and life sentences for individuals involved in a murder case under Section 149 IPC, which establishes vicarious liability for every member of an unlawful assembly with a common object. The Court reaffirmed that specific overt acts by each individual are not required when the common object is proven. This judgment reinforces the legal principle of collective responsibility within an unlawful assembly, an important reference for criminal law practitioners and jurisprudence on group criminality.

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Dablu & Ors. VS State of Madhya Pradesh, decided on 11-03-2026

Dying Declarations & Deficient Investigations: SC Upholds Acquittal in Arson & Murder

The Supreme Court affirmed a High Court's acquittal in an arson and murder case, citing unreliable dying declarations and a 'grossly deficient' investigation. The Court emphasized that dying declarations must inspire full confidence and be free from suspicion, especially when lacking medical certification of the declarant's fit state of mind. Crucially, the judgment highlighted the fatal impact of a poor investigation, including missing forensic evidence and inadequate examination of the accused under Section 313 Cr.P.C., on the prosecution's ability to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt. This serves as a critical precedent on evidentiary standards and investigatory diligence for criminal legal professionals.

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Sanjay Kumar Sharma vs. State of Bihar & Ors., decided on 11-03-2026