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The Supreme Court directs the Union Government to constitute a committee within two weeks to examine unethical pharmaceutical marketing practices and recommend a suitable statutory and regulatory framework within two months of its first meeting. The Court observes that the existing framework has not proved entirely effective in curbing such practices.
Read Full ArticleThe Supreme Court finds a prima facie case of contempt over alleged non-compliance with its earlier directions on Delhi Metro and railway restrictions. It directs normal transport and internet services, ensures free movement subject to lawful restrictions, and prohibits illegal detention, particularly of peaceful, unarmed groups outside areas covered by Section 163 BNSS. The matters will be heard again on October 13, 2026.
Supreme Court weekly roundup with 7 key rulings on victim's right to speedy trial, circumstantial evidence, insurance portals, breach of trust and women's safety.
The Supreme Court issues contempt notices to insurance company heads over non-compliance with appearance directions, rejecting Navi General Insurance’s apology as “only cosmetic and not heartfelt.” It directs the integration of VAHAN, SARATHI, eDAR and IIB portals within four weeks and gives States a final opportunity to constitute Special Investigation Teams.
Supreme Court restores a former Telephone Department cashier’s acquittal under Section 409 IPC, holding that the prosecution failed to prove entrustment or dishonest intention and could not shift the burden of proof to the accused.
Supreme Court holds that a victim has locus standi to seek an expedited trial under Section 528 BNSS, setting aside a Delhi High Court order that dismissed the complainant’s plea as frivolous and im...
Supreme Court holds that succession to a woman Bhumidhar’s agricultural holding under Section 51(2) of the Delhi Land Reforms Act is governed by the personal law applicable at her death, and that Se...
The Supreme Court declined to entertain a PIL alleging banking fraud at JKM Infra Projects, while clarifying that ED, SFIO, CBI and RBI may act on the allegations.
The Supreme Court held that Gujarat daily-wage skilled workers treated as permanent under the 1988 Government Resolution are entitled to the retirement-day increment and revised pension.
The Supreme Court upheld the acquittal in a double murder case, holding that the prosecution failed to establish a complete chain of circumstantial evidence beyond reasonable doubt.
The Supreme Court stressed proactive policing, real-time CCTV monitoring and intensified patrolling to prevent sexual offences against women in Delhi-NCR.
The Supreme Court quashed a rape case, holding that the relationship was consensual and the complaint appeared to have been filed to coerce the accused into marriage.
Supreme Court weekly roundup featuring 6 key rulings on cheque-bounce notice, compromise decrees, BNSS cognizance, arbitration, Delhi-NCR safety and pay parity.
Supreme Court acquits Santosh Gurung in the rape-murder of his minor niece, finding the circumstantial evidence insufficient and noting DNA showed recovered bones were of male origin. indiankanoon.org
Supreme Court grants bail to Kanha @ Kanhaiya Singh, holding that judges must refrain from imposing personal views on morality while deciding bail or criminal trials.
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