N V ANJARIA

The appellant, a 38‑year‑old skilled carpenter, lost his right leg above the knee in a motor vehicle accident caused by a rash Jeep driver. The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal awarded Rs.4,77,823, which the High Court enhanced to Rs.11,51,423, but the appellant sought further enhancement. The Supreme Court examined the …

The appellant Kavin, aged 21, suffered 100% permanent disability in a bus accident and claimed Rs.1 crore compensation under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal awarded Rs.67,83,866, but the Madras High Court reduced it by Rs.19 lakh, cutting amounts for future medical expens…

K. Pounammal, a 75‑year‑old widow and former Inspector of Central Excise, was convicted under Sections 7 and 13(2) read with 13(1)(d) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 for demanding a bribe of ₹300 from a factory supervisor in 2002. The trial court sentenced her to six months rigorous imprisonment and a fine of…