Sarswati Singh vs Shailesh Singh

The Supreme Court held that the petitioners are entitled to a refund of Rs. 35 lakhs deposited in court, including Rs. 10 lakhs currently in deposit and Rs. 25 lakhs withdrawn by the respondents. The Court directed the respondents to refund the withdrawn amount within three weeks and ordered the return of title deeds deposited by the petitioners. The judgment emphasized the need for the return of funds following the dismissal of the writ petition, establishing the principle that deposits made under interim orders must be returned if the underlying case is resolved unfavorably for the depositor.