Supreme Court delivers a split verdict on Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, with judges differing on its validity and referring the issue to a larger bench.
Read Full ArticleSupreme Court reviews AIIMS report in a passive euthanasia plea and seeks to interact with the patient’s parents before taking a final decision.
SC acquits woman, brother & brother-in-law in 2006 policeman murder case, citing unreliable confessions and lack of evidence.
Supreme Court cancels bail of POCSO convict, criticising Rajasthan HC for flawed reasoning and failing to assess chances of acquittal.
SC orders States, UTs to free convicts immediately after sentence completion, slamming delays that keep prisoners jailed beyond their term.
SC takes suo motu cognisance of ED summoning lawyers; to frame norms to protect legal advice, lawyer-client privilege, and independence of the Bar.
SC: Summoning advocates for client info violates legal autonomy, threatens justice system; seeks judicial oversight in exceptional cases.
SC slams UP jail officials for 28-day delay in bail release, calls nitpicking on court orders a serious dereliction; orders ₹5L interim compensation.
SC to examine plea seeking OBC certificates for children of single mothers; final hearing on July 22 to address key issue of caste certification rights.
CJI Gavai to hold court during summer break; SC lists 21 benches for hearings from May 26 to July 13, marking a rare move in vacation period.
SC reserves SCBA Secretary post for women; elections on May 20. One-third executive seats for women; results on May 21.
SC: Courts can modify arbitral awards under limited conditions to avoid hardship, reduce delays, and uphold the object of the Arbitration Act.
SC ends 63-year tenant dispute over Prayagraj cinema hall, orders vacation by Dec 2025, upholding landlord’s bona fide need under UP rent law.
SC upholds homebuyers’ right to peaceful protest; quashes defamation case for grievance poster, calls it protected under Article 19 of the Constitution.
SC directs Centre to ensure no non-Muslim is appointed to Waqf bodies, and ‘waqf-by-user’ properties remain unchanged till next hearing on May 5.
Transgender Rights Amendment Bill 2026 narrows definition, mandates medical certification, and raises concerns over violation of NALSA judgment and fundamental rights.
26 March, 2026 07:12 PM
Tis Hazari Court grants interim anticipatory bail in ₹5 crore cyber fraud case; allows WhatsApp notice and bars coercive action against accused.
27 March, 2026 05:22 PM
SC restores conviction in child rape case, reverses acquittal, and directs strict compliance with law prohibiting disclosure of victim identity.
26 March, 2026 02:05 PM
UK High Court rejects Nirav Modi’s plea to reopen extradition appeal, holding India’s assurances against interrogation comprehensive and reliable.
26 March, 2026 08:26 PM
Congress asked to vacate 24 Akbar Road and Raisina Road offices by March 28 under Public Premises Act; eviction notices issued.
26 March, 2026 06:57 PM
India mandates shift from LPG to PNG within 90 days amid supply crisis; non-compliant users risk LPG disconnection under new government order.
27 March, 2026 06:26 PM
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