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In a historic verdict, the Supreme Court of India upholds the abrogation of Article 370, affirming the removal of Jammu and Kashmir's special status and endorsing the bifurcation into two Union Territories. The court also directs the Election Commission to conduct legislative assembly elections in J&K by September 2024 and urges the restoration of full statehood at the earliest.
Read Full ArticleThe Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognizance of a Calcutta High Court judgment which observed that female teenagers should control their “sexual urges” rather than giving in to enjoy sexual ple...
The article discusses the Law Ministry's report to the Rajya Sabha, revealing a lack of diversity in India's High Court judicial appointments over six years, with low representation of SC, ST, OBC, an...
Supreme Court likely to pronounce verdict in Article 370 case on Monday. A five-judge Constitution bench presided by Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud had reserved its verdict on as many as 23 pe...
SCBA President Adish C Aggarwala criticizes senior advocate Dushyant Dave's letter to the CJI, alleging undue influence in shifting sensitive Supreme Court cases. Aggarwala urges maintaining the judic...
Explore the Supreme Court's landmark ruling on arbitration agreements: Non-signatory firms can be bound under the 'group of companies' doctrine in India. Dive into the details of the 152-page judgment...
Supreme Court Overrules Gujarat High Court's Decision to Quash FIR Against Fugitive Mehul Choksi and Wife: Comprehensive coverage of the recent Supreme Court verdict reinstating a 2015 FIR against Meh...
Read the latest update on the Supreme Court hearing regarding the Centre's commitment to establish guidelines for the seizure of electronic devices by investigative agencies. Get insights on the gover...
Former SCBA President Dushyant Dave writes to CJI D Y Chandrachud expressing concern over the reassignment of sensitive cases in the Supreme Court. Dave highlights issues in case allocation and urges ...
Supreme Court seeks Centre's reply on plea to allow surrogacy for single unwed women. Here's all you need to about the case.
Uncover the latest tension within India's judiciary as the Supreme Court bench, including Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, expresses concern over the removal of a case from its agenda. This case, pivotal i...
Explore the Supreme Court's inquiry into sustainable iron ore mining in Odisha. Learn about the MoEFCC's involvement, economic impacts, and intergenerational equity considerations in this comprehensiv...
Umar Ansari, son of gangster-politician Mukhtar Ansari, files a Supreme Court petition citing fears for his father's safety in Uttar Pradesh's Banda jail, alleging a conspiracy to assassinate him and ...
Supreme Court of India forms a five-judge Constitution bench, led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, to re-examine the 2018 judgement on the 'Asian Resurfacing case'. This case involves the automatic l...
Supreme Court expresses concern over Patna High Court judge's delay in delivering anticipatory bail order, seeks detailed report from Registrar General. The case involves Justice Sandeep Kumar withhol...
Delving into the Indian judiciary's latest development, this article sheds light on the Supreme Court's decision to reevaluate its 2018 'Asian Resurfacing case' ruling. Spearheaded by Chief Justice D ...
The Supreme Court says that the power of Punjab Police is unaffected by the Centre's decision to expand the jurisdiction of the Border Security Force (BSF) to undertake search seizure, and arrest with...
Supreme Court directs Manipur government to conduct final rites for corpses in mortuaries, including unclaimed bodies, with dignity and as per religious practices. The court emphasizes on resolving th...
The Supreme Court has modified the bail conditions of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, allowing him to participate in political events. This development follows the Andhra Pr...
Supreme Court dismisses PIL by Prashant Bhushan against the use of public servants for electoral gains, involving the Controller General of Defence Accounts and DoPT. The plea, challenging government ...
Supreme Court of India declines bail to Tamil Nadu Minister V Senthil Balaji on medical grounds, citing his condition as non-serious. Read detailed coverage on the court's decision, arguments from sen...
Exploring the Karnataka High Court's ruling on privacy rights and marriage: How the court upheld the individual's right to privacy under the Aadhaar Act, emphasizing the importance of procedural heari...
The Supreme Court of India denies anticipatory bail to an IPS officer for impersonating the Chief Justice of Patna High Court via a fake WhatsApp account, used to influence judicial proceedings. The c...
Decoding the Supreme Court's decision on the Governor's power in bill assent, emphasizing its constitutional implications and impact on state legislatures in India, with a focus on the Punjab case.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that a High Court or Sessions Court can grant limited anticipatory bail to a person apprehending arrest in connection with an FIR registered outside their territorial...
The Supreme Court has reproached the Uttar Pradesh government for not complying with its order to depute a counselling agency for the Muslim boy and his classmates, who were allegedly instructed by th...
Supreme Court declines to stay the Allahabad High Court's order transferring to itself the suits filed in connection with Mathura's Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah dispute. Read on to know all abo...
The Supreme Court came down hard on Punjab governor after the state government accused them of delaying action on bills cleared by the assembly. Here's what the apex court said.
Supreme Court has issued notice to the Union government on a plea by the Tamil Nadu government, contending that the Governor has not acted upon 12 Bills, 54 proposals of premature release, 10 appointm...
The Supreme Court asks the Centre and States to take long term measures to improve air quality in the Delhi NCR, emphasising the need to stop farm fires and saying it cannot allow people to suffer fro...
The Supreme Court upholds the gender-specific nature of anti-sexual harassment regulations, declining to extend protections to LGBTQIA+ individuals through judicial orders, emphasizing the original ai...
The Supreme Court of India has granted interim protection from arrest to Congress leader Randeep Surjewala in a case dating back to 2000, involving a protest in Varanasi. With a non-bailable warrant i...
Get the latest news about the Supreme Court as it welcomes three new judges, increasing its strength to 34. Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud administered the oath, addressing the mounting case backlog.
Discover the Supreme Court's directive for the re-circulation of its 2021 judgement on maintenance guidelines, emphasizing adherence to asset disclosure affidavits in family law cases, and the impact ...
The Supreme Court directs the High Courts to register a suo motu case for effective monitoring and expeditious disposal of criminal cases involving sitting and former MPs and MLAs, besides prioritisin...
Explore the Supreme Court's stance on sexual harassment in the workplace, emphasizing the need for serious consideration and rigorous scrutiny of accusations to ensure justice. Learn about the SC's di...
The Supreme Court mandates strict adherence to firecracker curbs nationwide, emphasizing self-regulation over legal enforcement to mitigate environmental pollution. The court highlights the selfish na...
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended Chief Justices from the Delhi, Rajasthan, and Gauhati High Courts for elevation as Supreme Court judges, aiming to maintain full judge-strength due to the h...
The Supreme Court of India mandates immediate cessation of stubble burning in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi to combat air pollution and safeguard public health, with local autho...
Learn about the Supreme Court's ruling on the suspension of sentences, highlighting the absence of a fixed duration for an accused to serve before seeking suspension. Get insights into a recent case a...
Supreme Court directs the Centre to create a national model for girls' toilet facilities and standardize the distribution of sanitary napkins in government schools. This move aims to address the chall...
Get the latest updates on the Supreme Court's decision regarding RSS route marches in Tamil Nadu. Learn about the court's instructions to the state government and the ongoing debate surrounding permis...
The Supreme Court has rejected a plea by the Popular Front of India challenging the central government’s decision to impose a five-year ban on the outfit and its eight affiliated organisations.
Supreme Court grants interim protection to journalists Ravi Nair and Anand Mangnale in the Adani-Hindenburg row, restraining coercive action by Gujarat Police. Stay updated on this legal development. ...
Stay updated with the latest legal developments as the Supreme Court rejects a plea challenging the transfer of the Gyanvapi case in the Allahabad High Court. Get insights into the decision and its im...
Learn about mobile number deactivation and WhatsApp data cleaning policies as explained by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India. Find out how to prevent misuse of WhatsApp data when changing devi...
Get the latest update on the Supreme Court's notice to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy and the CBI regarding the plea for transferring the disproportionate assets case trial outsid...
The Supreme Court asks AAP MP Raghav Chadha to tender an unconditional apology to Rajya Sabha Chairperson Jagdeep Dhankhar in a matter related to his indefinite suspension for naming other MPs in a Se...
While in 2006, the Bar Council of India had passed a resolution that no advocate would address judges as "My Lords" and "Your Lordships", it failed to be followed in practice. A Supreme Court judge's ...
Discover the latest developments in the RSS route march case as the Supreme Court refuses to issue notice to the Tamil Nadu government. Get insights into the Madras High Court's summoning of officials...
Review petition filed in Supreme Court against same-sex marriage judgment, arguing it treats homosexuals unfairly. The plea highlights errors in the judgment and calls for protection of fundamental ri...
The Supreme Court upholds a life sentence for a man who threw a matchstick on his wife, leading to her death. The ruling emphasizes that there is no exception to the murder offense in such cases, as t...
Kerala government challenges Governor's delay in assenting Bills in Supreme Court, citing democratic values and justice. Learn about the pending Bills and their impact.
Supreme Court affirms bail for activist Teesta Setalvad and her husband in embezzlement case. Get updates on this legal matter as the court directs cooperation with investigating agencies.
Tamil Nadu government appeals to Supreme Court over Governor R N Ravi's alleged delay in assenting bills, claiming constitutional deadlock and malafide exercise of power, demanding judicial interventi...
The Supreme Court directs Maharashtra Speaker to resolve disqualification proceedings against CM Eknath Shinde and others by Dec 31, and for NCP MLAs by Jan 31, highlighting the urgency in concluding ...
The Supreme Court of India voiced concerns over the indefinite suspension of AAP MP Raghav Chadha, emphasizing the gravity of excluding an opposition member from the House and its implications for dem...
Supreme Court mandates immediate action to fill vacancies in information commissions across the Centre and states, highlighting RTI Act's purpose at risk with escalating pending cases.
Supreme Court rejects bail to Manish Sisodia in excise policy case. Read the whole report to know about the case.
The Supreme Court directs TANGEDCO to appoint Mohamed Ibrahim, who has a mild color vision deficiency, as an assistant engineer (AE). The decision challenges traditional understandings of "disabilitie...
Supreme Court directs sale of ancestral properties to pay Rs 1.25 crore in maintenance to a woman whose husband abandoned her and fled to Australia. Read about the legal battle and court's decision in...
Learn about the Supreme Court's stance on judges following discipline and not taking up cases without specific assignments from the Chief Justice. Find out why a bench imposed a fine in a case of alle...
Popular Front of India (PFI) approaches the Supreme Court challenging the central government’s decision to impose a 5-year ban on the outfit and its eight affiliated organisations. The plea also ...
CJI Chandrachud receives Harvard Law School's 'Award for Global Leadership' for his initiatives in the Supreme Court, emphasizing technology, gender equality, and interdisciplinary studies in the lega...
Supreme Court upholds Tamil Nadu's ban on reinforced paper cups for a pollution-free environment. The court also reviews the ban on non-woven bags in light of plastic waste management rules.
The Supreme Court has objected to segregation of names recommended by the Collegium for appointment as judges as it affected the seniority and dissuaded the meritorious candidates to join the bench.
The Supreme Court directs government authorities to pay a compensation of Rs. 30 lakh in case of sewer deaths during the practice of manual scavenging across the country.
Supreme Court junks frivolous plea challenging restoration of Lok Sabha membership of National Congress Party leader Mohammed Faizal with Rs. One lakh cost.
Supreme Court junks plea against allotment of car-like party symbols
Supreme Court sets aside death penalty of against man accused of rape and murder of 3-month-old female baby. Read more to know why.
Supreme Court adjourns former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's plea for anticipatory bail. Protection against arrest to continue till next date, i.e. November 9.
Supreme Court refuses plea for Hindus, Jains, Buddhists, and Sikhs to manage religious places like Muslims. The court deems it a matter of policy and not within its jurisdiction.
Stay updated with the latest Supreme Court developments as it issues contempt notices to NCLAT members in the Finolex Cables case. Learn why the court is taking this unprecedented action and how it ai...
Stay updated on the latest legal developments as NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha and HR head Amit Chakraborty challenge their arrest under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Get insights i...
Supreme Court rejects negligence complaint against Apollo Hospital in a patient's death case. Justices find no evidence of post-operative negligence leading to a heart attack.
Supreme Court grants final opportunity to Maharashtra Assembly Speaker in disqualification pleas against Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and others. Delays in adjudication under the anti-defection law cr...
Read about the Supreme Court's decision upholding the classification of senior advocates based on a transparent merit-based mechanism. The court dismisses a writ petition challenging the designation, ...
Supreme Court of India declines to recognize same-sex marriage but affirms the right to cohabitational unions for queer couples, leaving the issue to Parliament and State legislatures.
The Supreme Court has referred the validity of Electoral Bonds to a five-judge Constitution bench, addressing concerns over money bills, anonymous funding, and corruption. Stay updated on this signifi...
Latest news on Delhi liquor policy case: CBI and ED mull over naming Aam Aadmi Party as an accused, invoking legal provisions, and discuss potential charges. Stay updated with the Supreme Court's proc...
Supreme Court rejects plea to terminate a married woman's 26-week pregnancy with no foetal abnormality, citing legal limits. Explore the ethical dilemma surrounding the case.
Get the latest update on the Supreme Court's decision to refuse the immediate lifting of the CBI probe stay against Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar in a disproportionate assets case. St...
Bail proceedings of AAP leader and former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia in the cases registered by CBI and the ED over the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam are currently ongoing before th...
NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha and HR head Amit Chakraborty challenge Delhi High Court's dismissal of their plea in the Supreme Court regarding their arrest under anti-terror law. Stay updated o...
Supreme Court acquits man in murder case, emphasizing that education and being God-fearing alone do not determine reputation. Learn about the importance of character and reputation distinctions in thi...
Supreme Court set to hear AAP MP Raghav Chadha’s plea against suspension from Rajya Sabha today. Tune into Law Street Journal to get the latest updates.
Supreme Court mandates support persons for POCSO Act victims, making it non-optional. Get insights into the court's directive for uniform guidelines and qualifications for support persons.
Get the latest updates on the Gyanvapi mosque dispute in Varanasi, India. The Supreme Court is considering whether the lawsuit is barred by the 1991 Place of Worship Act, with a focus on the structure...
Supreme Court stays CBI probe into alleged staff appointment irregularities in UP Legislative Assembly and Council. UP government challenges high court order. Get the latest updates.
Indian Supreme Court dismisses a PIL challenging Charles Darwin's Theory of Evolution and Einstein's popular mass–energy equivalence (E=MC²) equation. Read the whole report to know why the petitio...
Supreme Court urges timely action on disqualification petitions against Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's faction. Find out the latest updates on this crucial legal matter.
Supreme Court orders fresh evaluation of a 26-week pregnant woman's conditions seeking abortion due to ailments. AIIMS to assess foetal health. Legal debate on pro-choice and pro-life.
Two women Supreme Court judges disagree on the termination of a 26-week pregnancy, one considering medical viability, while the other emphasizes the petitioner's wishes. The case awaits a larger bench...
Supreme Court emphasizes balancing the rights of pregnant women and unborn children in abortion case. The ethical dilemma of terminating a 26-week pregnancy is discussed, highlighting the need to cons...
Explore the Supreme Court's examination of whether state governments can impose conditional remissions on convicts and revoke them if conditions are breached. Get insights into a case involving Mafabh...
Supreme Court extends interim bail for former Maharashtra Minister Nawab Malik by three months on health grounds in a money laundering case linked to Dawood Ibrahim. Get the latest updates on this leg...
Supreme Court emphasizes that caste should not influence leniency in child sexual assault cases, criticizes the mention of caste in judgments, and increases the sentence of an accused. The court stres...
Supreme Court and IIT Madras join forces in a landmark MoU to digitally transform the Indian judiciary, enhancing access to justice. Stay updated on this significant collaboration.
The Chief Justice of India on Tuesday said that the Supreme Court cannot render itself dysfunctional by hearing all big and small matters as there could be thousands of matters in country which could ...
Renowned artist Chintan Upadhyay sentenced to life for the murder of his estranged wife Hema Upadhyay and her lawyer Haresh Bhambhani in a Mumbai court. Get the latest on this sensational case.
Supreme Court questions CBI's handling of Chanda Kochhar's interim bail extension in a loan fraud case. Get insights into the legal proceedings and controversies surrounding the former ICICI Bank CEO ...
Stay informed about the Supreme Court's upcoming final hearing on the validity of Electoral Bonds in India's political funding scheme. Get insights into the arguments, concerns, and implications surro...
Supreme Court upholds murder conviction of husband unable to explain poison in wife's body. Case underscores the importance of sensitivity in crimes against women. Details on Section 106 of the Indian...
Stay tuned for the latest legal developments as the Supreme Court suspends the conviction of Lakshadweep MP Mohammed Faizal in an attempt to murder case. Get insights into this high-profile case and i...
Supreme Court issues notice to Maharashtra Assembly Speaker on delay in deciding disqualification plea against Ajit Pawar and other MLAs. Stay updated on the latest political developments.
Supreme Court orders immediate investigation into Noida Authority's illegal compensation payments to landowners. Get the latest updates on this high-profile case.
Supreme Court's notice on plea by Ashwini Upadhyay against pre-election freebies in Rajasthan and MP, seeking to prevent misuse of public funds and establish guidelines.
Supreme Court issues notice to the Centre regarding support for children with muscular dystrophy. Advocates seek financial aid, timely treatment, and rare disease reclassification. Learn more in this ...
Supreme Court declines status quo on Bihar caste census, allowing the state to collect and publish caste data. Court issues notice on petitions challenging the decision, scheduled for a hearing in Jan...
Get insights into the recent Supreme Court hearing regarding the Delhi liquor policy scam case involving the AAP, with a focus on legal questions, the money trail, and policy implications. Learn about...
Famous artist Chintan Upadhyay found guilty in the murder of his estranged wife Hema Upadhyay and her lawyer Haresh Bhambhani in a sensational 2015 case. Get details on the verdict and the ongoing leg...
Supreme Court questions why the political party involved in the Delhi liquor policy scam has not been accused in the Manish Sisodia case. The case involves money laundering charges against the AAP lea...
Read about the Supreme Court's decision to order the immediate release of M3M real estate company's directors in a money laundering case. The court emphasized the importance of disclosing grounds of a...
The Supreme Court dismisses three applications by ex-IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt, imposing a total cost of Rs 3 lakh. Bhatt, known for his criticism of PM Modi and involvement in several high-profile cas...
Supreme Court reminded of its motto 'yato dharmastato jayah' in a plea against illegal cattle markets for Bakri Eid. Petitioner sought relief against illegal trading and non-implementation of animal w...
Supreme Court refuses immediate relief for Chandrababu Naidu in Skill Development Scam case, sets hearing for quashing FIR on Monday. Legal battle over Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act unfo...
Supreme Court grants bail to a 75-year-old man convicted in a 1983 rape and murder case after a 40-year-long trial. Learn about the reasons behind the delay and the court's decision.
Discover why the Supreme Court believes that the High Court is best suited for judicial service selections. Explore the key factors influencing this decision and the constitutional provisions involved...
Stay updated on the Bhima Koregaon case as the Supreme Court extends the stay on Mahesh Raut's bail, following an appeal by the National Investigation Agency. Get insights into the legal proceedings a...
Supreme Court allows CBI to investigate Kunda MLA Raja Bhaiya's role in 2013 DSP murder case. Raghuraj Pratap Singh, a former UP Minister, faces scrutiny. Get the latest update on this high-profile ca...
Delhi government pleads with the Supreme Court to set up a bench to consider its plea against the Centre's new service law. Get updates on the legal battle over control of bureaucrats in the national ...
Latest updates on the K Kavitha case involving the Enforcement Directorate and her alleged involvement in the Delhi excise scam. Stay informed about the legal proceedings scheduled for November 20.
Supreme Court expresses concern over delays in approving judicial appointments recommended by the Collegium, including the sensitive appointment of Delhi HC judge as Manipur HC chief justice. About 70...
Read about the Supreme Court's decision to soften bail conditions for Ashish Mishra, son of Union Minister Ajay Mishra, in the Lakhimpur Kheri case. Mishra is now allowed to visit Delhi for his ailing...
Supreme Court addresses Aadhaar card issuance for those displaced in Manipur violence, emphasizing the need for necessary verification. The court highlights the importance of verifying genuine citizen...
Supreme Court refuses to quash FIR against retired Major General V K Singh over his book revealing RAW secrets. Singh alleges vendetta, highlights corruption in India's external intelligence agency.
Supreme Court orders senior IPS officer to oversee probe into UP school slap incident involving discrimination based on religion. Right to Education Act violation. Updates on the case.
Supreme Court denies urgent hearing for former AP CM N Chandrababu Naidu's plea to quash an FIR in a skill development scam case. Get the latest updates on this legal battle.
Discover best practices for children in conflict with the law at the Supreme Court's two-day consultation with UNICEF India. Explore prevention, restorative justice, and alternatives to detention. Joi...
Supreme Court sets a stringent standard for police force employment, rejecting a man's plea after POCSO Act acquittal in Madhya Pradesh. Learn why moral conduct matters.
The Supreme Court declines a plea for an audit of Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) source code, citing concerns about potential hacking risks. The petitioner sought transparency and adherence to standa...
Supreme Court acquits two death row convicts in a 2013 kidnap-cum-murder case, highlighting the urgent need for a reliable police investigation code. Learn how shocking lapses led to this historic dec...
Supreme Court issues notice on plea for FIR against Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin over derogatory remarks made during 'Sanatana Dharma Eradication conference.' Advocate seeks CBI investigatio...
Explore the Supreme Court's decision to review the validity of the Constitution's 104th Amendment Act 2019, which extends reservations for SC/STs in legislative bodies. Learn about the key issues and ...
Supreme Court's 7-judge bench to reconsider the 1998 Narasimha Rao case, which granted immunity to MPs/MLAs from prosecution for bribery related to their parliamentary activities. Learn about the impl...
Explore the plea filed by advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay in the Supreme Court, seeking a relook at the 1998 Narasimha Rao Case that involved bribery by JMM MPs. Discover the significance of this move...
Supreme Court stays Karnataka HC's decision nullifying JD-S MP Prajwal Revanna's election, allowing him to contest future Parliament elections.
Supreme Court declines to challenge Madras High Court's ban on Plaster of Paris Ganesh idols. Legal battle over eco-friendly idol-making during Vinayakar Chaturthi.
Supreme Court refuses to consider Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's plea against ED summons in an alleged illegal mining case, directs him to approach the High Court. Soren claims political motives behind t...
Get the latest update on the Cattle smuggling case involving TMC leader Anubrata Mondal. The Supreme Court seeks CBI's response to his bail plea. Stay informed with the latest legal developments.
Explore the plea for permanent disqualification of convicted lawmakers in India. Discover why legal experts argue that limiting disqualification to six years is arbitrary and violates Article 14 of th...
Get the latest update on the Delhi Liquor Policy scam involving K Kavitha, daughter of Telangana CM K C Rao, as the Enforcement Directorate extends summons, while she challenges them and requests prot...
The Supreme Court expresses concern over National Law University, Jodhpur, relying solely on contractual teaching staff, deeming it “unacceptable and undesirable." The court seeks a remedy from the ...
Stay updated on the Indian judiciary's historic move! Chief Justice Chandrachud announces real-time Supreme Court data on the National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG), enhancing transparency and accountabil...
Supreme Court Collegium recommends 11 additional judges of Punjab & Haryana High Court and 7 of Allahabad High Court for permanent positions. Get details on the recommended judges and the process behi...
Supreme Court directs Ministry of Home Affairs to create guidelines for media briefings, emphasizing the need to prevent media trials and protect the rights of victims and accused in criminal investig...
SC Senior Advocate Mahalakshmi Pavani honors the legacy of constitutional expert PP Rao by donating a bus to children with special needs through HCRA. Learn about this heartwarming gesture.
Supreme Court grants protection to retired Army officer and professor facing FIRs in Manipur for book content and alleged hate speech. Get the latest legal updates.
Read about the Supreme Court's dismissal of Asaram Bapu's bail petition in a minor rape case. Learn why the court's decision and the legal implications in this news update.
Supreme Court ruling: Central government officers can be prosecuted in corruption cases without prior sanction, applying retrospectively to pending cases. Learn about the 2014 judgement's impact on Se...
Explore the allegations of suppressed facts and conflicts of interest in SEBI's Adani probe following the Hindenburg report. Learn about the claims of non-disclosure, potential stock market manipulati...
Stay informed about the latest developments in the tragic case of Supreme Court lawyer Renu Sinha's alleged murder by her husband. Discover the details surrounding this incident, including the ongoing...
Supreme Court declares 2014 judgement on prior sanction in graft cases applies since 2003. Get insights on the ruling and its implications for corruption cases involving high-ranking public servants.
Stay updated on the Supreme Court's extension of protection for Editors Guild members in Manipur. Get the latest on this legal development and its implications.
Stay updated on the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the relief provided to Telecom companies regarding Adjusted Gross Revenue amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. Learn why the Court dismissed a plea agai...
Latest update on the Gyanvapi mosque survey as Varanasi district court grants ASI four more weeks to complete the scientific investigation. Get insights into the ongoing controversy and legal proceedi...
Explore the Supreme Court's perspective on subjectivity in cruelty and the holistic approach to divorce law under the Hindu Marriage Act. Learn how societal context and socio-economic factors play a c...
What's in the name?, The political uproar over India vs Bharat is still continued as the term “President of Bharat” has been used for the first time in an official invite for a banquet hosted by ...
Discover why the Election Commission opposes 100% VVPAT verification, arguing it could revert to the old paper ballot system. Get insights into their stance and the legal aspects surrounding VVPAT use...
The Supreme Court declines to consider a plea for a cooling-off period for retired judges before taking up political posts, sparking a debate on the independence of the judiciary. Get insights into th...
Supreme Court issues notice to UP government on Muzaffarnagar school slap incident. Tushar Gandhi, great grandson of M K Gandhi, seeks independent probe and action against atrocities. Explore the case...
National Conference leader Mohd Akbar Lone files an affidavit in the Supreme Court upholding constitutional provisions amid controversy over his pro-Pakistan stand in the Article 370 matter. Get the l...
Eminent citizens including former judges, bureaucrats, and veterans have written to the Chief Justice of India urging contempt action against the Tamil Nadu government for failing to act against Udhay...
The Supreme Court upholds the decision to bar an advocate from practicing law for one year due to misconduct related to running a taxi service. The court found serious allegations against the appellan...
The Supreme Court has asked the lead petitioner challenging the abrogation of Article 370 to file an affidavit affirming allegiance to the Indian Constitution and opposition to secessionism. This requ...
Supreme Court urges Central and Manipur governments to address blockades on national highways due to violence, ensuring the supply of food and medicines. Airdropping of supplies suggested. Updates on ...
The Supreme Court quashes dowry harassment charges against a judicial officer, his brother, and mother, citing inconsistencies and insufficient evidence in the complainant's allegations. The court emp...
The Supreme Court expresses reservations about its decision to place Bhima Koregaon case accused Gautam Navalakha under house arrest, citing concerns about setting a wrong precedent. The court defers ...
The lead petitioner challenging the abrogation of Article 370 faces allegations of supporting secessionism, raising pro-Pakistan slogans, and promoting terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. The Supreme Cour...
The Rajasthan High Court issues a show cause notice to Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot for his remarks on alleged corruption in the judiciary. Advocates protest and demand accountability. Get the latest u...
The Supreme Court's recent ruling allows children from void or voidable marriages to claim ancestral property rights in Hindu joint families under the Mitakshara system of law. The judgement harmonize...
Learn about the recommendations of the Supreme Court Committee on Prison Reforms to treat transgender prisoners equally, provide rights and facilities, and curb abuse. Understand the need for training...
The Supreme Court awards a life sentence to former RJD MP Prabhunath Singh for the 1995 murder of two individuals during poll violence. The court also grants compensation to the victims' families and ...
Madhya Pradesh High Court's decision regarding Ganga Jamuna School: Principal and teacher prohibited from enforcing 'hijab' on students of Hindu and Jain faiths. Learn about the court's directives and...
Mohammed Zubair, A propagandist 'fact-checker, retweeted a tweet on Prime Minister Narendra Modi falsely stating that "PM Modi threw tantrums and refused to get off his plane" Because the South Africa...
The Centre's statement on its exclusive authority to conduct the census in India, amidst calls for caste-based census, raises significance. Opposition parties' demands and implications on welfare meas...
Stay updated on SEBI's investigation into the Adani-Hindenburg issue as it provides a status report to the Supreme Court. Out of 24 investigations, 22 are finalized while two await responses from exte...
Supreme Court denies stay in defamation trial between Gujarat University and Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal over comments about PM Modi's degree. Trial pending in Gujarat High Court.
The Supreme Court has declined to halt the premature release of former UP minister Amarmani Tripathi and his wife, who were convicted in the 2003 murder case of poet Madhumita Shukla. The court issued...
The Supreme Court cancels bail for Rajasthan Congress MLA's son and two others accused of gang-raping a minor girl from the SC/ST community. The court cites the seriousness of the crime and the potent...
Supreme Court rejects plea against bail for former Chief Secretary of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in a rape case. Find out the latest updates on this high-profile case.
The Supreme Court of India emphasizes the right of women to make reproductive choices, stating it is integral to human dignity. The court's decision in a rape survivor's case highlights the importance...
Supreme Court grants bail to retired Mumbai police officer Pradeep Sharma in the Antilia Bomb scare case. The case involved a gelatin-laden SUV near the Ambani residence and the murder of vehicle owne...
After the repeal of three British colonial laws, there is now the potential for another amendment to the country's constitution. If this legislation is passed, it has the potential to impact the citiz...
The Supreme Court directs state governments to implement POCSO Rules 2020 effectively, emphasizing the importance of support for child victims during investigation, trial, and rehabilitation. The role...
The Union government seeks permission from the Supreme Court to file an affidavit regarding Bihar's caste survey, stating potential ramifications. The Court does not plan to stay the survey's publicat...
Learn about the Supreme Court-appointed committee's efforts to reconstruct lost documents due to violence in Manipur, upgrade the victim compensation scheme, and address various issues. The committee'...
The Supreme Court directs public authorities to maintain and publish relevant information under the RTI Act, emphasizing accountability. Learn about the court's decision and its impact on transparency...
Supreme Court dismisses West Bengal's plea against CBI probe into municipality recruitment scam linked with teachers' recruitment irregularities. Abhishek Banerjee, TMC MP, faces setback as court refu...
The Supreme Court sets aside the Kerala High Court's order suspending the conviction of MP Mohammed Faizal in an attempt to murder case. The decision prompts a fresh evaluation of the case based on th...
The Supreme Court of India is set to establish guidelines for summoning government officers during court proceedings, addressing concerns about administrative disruptions and unnecessary comments. The...
The Supreme Court criticizes the Gujarat High Court's handling of a rape survivor's pregnancy termination plea. The High Court's unjust conditions and delay in addressing the matter face disapproval f...
The Supreme Court finds former RJD MP Prabhunath Singh guilty of murder for shooting two individuals who allegedly voted against him in 1995. The case exposes failures in the police, prosecution, and ...
Supreme Court criticizes Gujarat High Court's delay in addressing termination of pregnancy plea for a rape victim. Urgency stressed due to lost time. Court orders fresh medical report to assess remova...
The Supreme Court's dismissal of a plea by S Ve Shekher highlights the need for social media users to be cautious about the impact and consequences before forwarding messages. The case involved deroga...
The Supreme Court emphasizes equal treatment for all sides involved in hate speech cases, following the Tehseen Poonawalla guidelines. Both sides, regardless of their affiliation, will face legal acti...
In courts, lawyers and judges will now have to carefully choose their words when speaking about women, as the Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud has issued a formal list alerting everyone tha...
CBI challenges bail granted to RJD leader Lalu Prasad in fodder scam cases related to fraudulent withdrawal of public funds. Supreme Court to hear the appeal on August 25, after Jharkhand High Court g...
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the elevation of Budi Habung, a senior judicial officer from Arunachal Pradesh, as a judge of the Gauhati High Court. The recommendation comes after thoroug...
Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud praises the substantial budget allocated to the third phase of the e-courts project, emphasizing its potential to enhance the technological capabilities of lower...
The Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud, recommends the appointment of advocate Sibo Sankar Mishra and judicial officer Ananda Chandra Behera as judges of the Orissa...
The handbook, launched by the Supreme Court, aims to assist judges and the legal community in identifying, understanding and combating stereotypes about women. Read the article to know more.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah tabled three Bills to repeal the 163-year-old Indian Penal Code, 126-year-old Criminal Procedure Code and 151-year-old Indian Evidence Act, which he said would free the l...
Former Maharashtra minister Nawab Malik, a Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader, has been granted interim bail by the Supreme Court on medical grounds for two months in a money laundering case. The...
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested suspended Panchkula judge Sudhir Parmar under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in connection with a money laundering case linked to alleged briber...
The Supreme Court Collegium's recommendation to transfer 23 high court judges, including Justice Hemant M Prachchhak of Gujarat High Court, aims to improve the administration of justice. Learn about t...
The Supreme Court directs the Centre to establish a committee to address cases of hate speech, emphasizing the need for harmony between communities. The committee will examine complaints, assess speec...
Learn about a recent Supreme Court directive regarding quashing FIRs. The Court suggests that High Courts should consider surrounding circumstances and evidence, not just the allegations, when evaluat...
Supreme Court Justice Prashant K Mishra recuses from hearing Umar Khalid's bail plea related to the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case. Khalid, arrested under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act, see...
Along with the opposition, today the entire country is eagerly awaiting to hear the Prime Minister. This evening, PM Modi will present his views on the no-confidence motion in the Parliament. Five yea...
"Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar's name removed from Advocates' Conference due to pending cases, following objections. Chief Minister to inaugurate the event."
The Supreme Court addresses the impact of public outcry on judicial decisions regarding the release of convicts in the Bilkis Bano case. The court emphasizes that legal considerations take precedence ...
A parliamentary panel's report suggests setting up regional benches of the Supreme Court to provide justice to citizens at their doorstep, reducing vacation and increasing diversity in judges' appoint...
The Supreme Court rejects a plea against bail granted by the Gujarat High Court to an accused involved in the Morbi bridge collapse case, which claimed 141 lives. The court considers the accused's rol...
Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud dismisses former CJI Ranjan Gogoi's remarks on the basic structure doctrine, stating that retired judges' views are opinions, not binding facts. The basic struct...
"Supreme Court finds no reason to doubt Centre's efforts to prevent cheetah deaths in Kuno National Park. Experts' suggestions considered. Government consults international panel of experts. Cheetah r...
"The Supreme Court of India establishes a panel of women retired High Court judges to address humanitarian relief and rehabilitation in violence-hit Manipur. The court proposes a team to oversee polic...
The Supreme Court stays the Madras High Court's declaration of the 2019 election of expelled AIADMK member P Ravindhranath as void, allowing him to continue as a Member of Parliament. Get details on t...
The Supreme Court allows Enforcement Directorate's custody of Tamil Nadu Minister Senthil Balaji till August 12 in a money laundering case related to the cash-for-job scam. The legality of the arrest ...
Learn about the decline in the use of regional languages in the High Courts of certain Indian states like Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, and Karnataka. The government's requests to al...
The Supreme Court rejects a plea to transfer a case from Uttar Pradesh to West Bengal due to a language barrier, emphasizing Hindi as the national language. The court cites legal provisions and highli...
The Supreme Court emphasizes finding a solution to the complex issue of hate speech without infringing on free speech rights. The court considers implementation challenges and advocates for collective...
The Supreme Court allows a scientific survey at the Gyanvapi complex in Varanasi to determine if a mosque was built on a pre-existing Hindu temple. The court emphasizes non-invasive methods and highli...
Supreme Court stays conviction of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in defamation case, citing caution needed for public figures. Relief for Gandhi as his disqualification is lifted.
"Supreme Court grants interim bail to former Kerala CM's principal secretary, M Sivasankar, on medical grounds in a Foreign Contribution Act violation case. Get details on the court's decision and the...
Follow the Supreme Court's hearing on challenges to the dilution of Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal argues the removal was a political act. ...
The Supreme Court directs Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan governments to prevent hate speech and violence during VHP-Bajrang Dal rallies protesting Nuh violence, while allowing the rallies with ad...
This content provides a breakdown of the law and order situation and the breakdown of constitutional machinery in Manipur from May to July end. The Supreme Court expresses concern over the lethargic i...
The Supreme Court finds the Manipur viral video incident of sexual assault and naked parading of women of "unprecedented magnitude." However, it sidesteps addressing similar violent incidents in other...
Discover how the number of Constitution bench cases decided by the Supreme Court has decreased drastically over the years, from 440 in the 1950s to only 71 in the 2010s. Currently, 29 cases are pendin...
The Supreme Court allows IRS officer Sanjay Kumar Mishra to continue as director of the Enforcement Directorate till September 15, 2023, due to larger national interest. This decision comes after the ...
The Supreme Court dismisses West Bengal government's plea against the transfer of Ram Navami violence cases to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Get insights into the court's decision and the a...
The Supreme Court seeks details of suits related to Lord Krishna's birthplace, which have been transferred from the Mathura court to the Allahabad High Court for adjudication. The court emphasizes the...
The Supreme Court is set to hear Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's plea for a stay on his conviction in a defamation case regarding his remarks on the Modi surname. The plea argues for the protection of ...
Get the latest update on the plea filed with the Supreme Court, requesting the cross verification of votes in Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) with Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPATs). Explor...
Get the latest update on the Delhi liquor policy scam case involving Manish Sisodia. The Supreme Court issues a notice to the CBI and ED regarding Sisodia's bail plea, considering his wife's medical c...
The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Maharashtra Assembly Speaker in response to a plea by the Shiv Sena regarding the delay in disqualification petitions against Chief Minister Eknath Shinde ...
Get the latest update on the Supreme Court of India as Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud administers the oath of office to Justice Ujjal Bhuyan and Justice S Venkatanarayana Bhatti, increasing the total n...
The makers of 'Adipurush' have filed a plea in the Supreme Court against the High Court's order on their personal appearance regarding objectionable content. Two PILs were filed alleging the movie's d...
The Supreme Court grants the Indian government more time to respond to challenges against the Places of Worship Act, 1991. The court clarifies that there is no blanket stay on proceedings related to r...
The Supreme Court of India refuses to issue orders to the Army in Manipur-violence, emphasizing civilian control over armed forces as a hallmark of democracy. The court urges the government to ensure ...
The Supreme Court of India asserts that it will not escalate violence or take over law and order in Manipur, emphasizing the state government's responsibility. The court considers the matter of ethni...
The Supreme Court of India will begin day-to-day hearings on August 2, 2023, regarding petitions challenging the withdrawal of special status from Jammu & Kashmir under Article 370. Get the latest upd...
The Supreme Court has refused to stay the Centre's ordinance granting control over civil servants in Delhi. The court has issued a notice to the Centre and will hear the matter on July 17, as the Delh...
The Union government declares an unprecedented era of peace, progress, and prosperity in Jammu and Kashmir after the withdrawal of Article 370. Organized stone pelting incidents reduced to zero in 202...
The Supreme Court highlights the negative impact of land scams on socio-economic progress, public trust, and development projects in India. Organized criminal networks exploit vulnerable individuals a...
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that courts cannot impose a lesser sentence under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The decision came in response to a case where the Al...
The Supreme Court has sentenced four convicts of the 1996 Lajpat Nagar bomb blast case to life imprisonment without remission. The severity of the offense resulting in the deaths of innocent people an...
The Supreme Court of India refuses to consider a plea against the internet shutdown in Manipur, citing that the matter is already being examined by the High Court. The plea argues that the shutdown is...
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of a woman judge as Chief Justice of the Gujarat High Court, along with Chief Justices for six other high courts in India. Get the details ...
The Supreme Court Collegium recommends the elevation of Chief Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and S Venkatanarayana Bhatti from the Telangana High Court and Kerala High Court, respectively, as judges to the Sup...
Read about the Supreme Court's decision to assign Tamil Nadu Minister Senthil Balaji's habeas corpus plea to a third judge in the Madras High Court after a split verdict. The article discusses the arg...
The Supreme Court grants activist Teesta Setalvad one week's protection, staying the Gujarat High Court's order to surrender in a case related to the fabrication of evidence in the 2002 riots cases.
The Supreme Court of India has introduced a new procedure for urgent listing of cases before benches. The circular outlines the submission deadlines for mentioning pro formas and emphasizes the need f...
Read about the Supreme Court's refusal to grant anticipatory bail to Abhishek Jha, husband of the suspended Jharkhand IAS officer Pooja Singhal, in a money laundering case related to the MNREGA scam. ...
The Supreme Court dismisses the West Bengal government's plea on the deployment of central forces for the upcoming Panchayat polls, emphasizing that the conduct of polls should not lead to violence. G...
Read about the Supreme Court's decision to not interfere with the Madras High Court's consideration of a habeas corpus petition filed by Tamil Nadu Minister Senthil Balaji's wife in connection with a ...
The Supreme Court issues notice to YSRCP MP Y S Avinash Reddy in the Vivekananda Reddy murder case, challenging the Telangana High Court's order granting anticipatory bail. The petition alleges non-c...
The Supreme Court will hear a plea on June 20 filed by the West Bengal government and the State Election Commission against the Calcutta High Court's orders for deploying central forces for Panchayat ...
The Supreme Court of India declines to consider a plea against a proposed mahapanchayat following communal tensions and a foiled 'Love Jihad' bid in Uttarakhand. The court advises the petitioner to ap...
Explore the role of the Supreme Court of India as a protector and warden of the Constitution, including upholding fundamental rights, interpreting the Constitution, landmark judgments, balancing funda...
The Supreme Court refuses an urgent hearing on a petition against internet shutdowns in Manipur, citing ongoing proceedings in the high court. Explore the claims made by the petitioners regarding the ...
The Supreme Court sets aside the Orissa High Court's order to enroll a candidate as an advocate despite obtaining a law degree from an unapproved college. Learn about the Bar Council of India's appeal...
The Supreme Court will hear a plea on June 13 challenging the Telangana High Court's decision to grant pre-arrest bail to YSRCP MP Y S Avinash Reddy in the murder case of former Andhra Pradesh Ministe...
The Supreme Court grants interim protection from arrest to a Muslim doctor from Delhi accused of raping a Hindu woman from Moradabad. Get the latest updates on the case, including the 'love jihad' all...
The Supreme Court seeks a report on a plea by Ashwini Upadhyay challenging the Delhi High Court's decision on exchanging Rs 2,000 currency notes without identification. Get the latest updates on the c...
The Supreme Court stays the Allahabad High Court's order for horoscope examination of a rape victim to determine her 'manglik' status. The court deems the order out of context and raises concerns abou...
The Supreme Court of India has refused to grant an urgent hearing on a plea against a Delhi High Court order that allowed the exchange of Rs 2,000 banknotes without requiring an identification slip. T...
The Supreme Court grants protection to a woman who fears for her life from her own family members. The court directs the Delhi police to provide her with security and arrange for her safe return to Va...
The Supreme Court has granted interim bail to former Delhi Minister Satyender Jain for six weeks on medical grounds in a money laundering case investigated by the Enforcement Directorate. The court im...
The Supreme Court has refused to intervene in the Calcutta High Court's order allowing the CBI and the Enforcement Directorate to investigate Abhishek Banerjee, Trinamool Congress national general sec...
The Supreme Court has set aside the Bombay High Court's judgment upholding the death penalty in a rape and murder case of a six-year-old girl due to procedural irregularities and lack of conclusive ev...
The Supreme Court refuses to consider a PIL requesting the inauguration of the new Parliament building by the President of India. The court dismisses the matter, highlighting the petitioner's failure ...
The Supreme Court stays the Rs 100 Cr penalty imposed on Andhra Pradesh in the Avulapalli reservoir project case, pending the deposit of Rs 25 Cr. Get the latest updates on the suspension of the Natio...
The Supreme Court of India, under the guidance of Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, is taking landmark steps towards inclusion and sensitization of the LGBTQIA+ community. Measures such as universal rest...
A prominent Muslim body opposes a plea for recognizing same-sex marriage in India, stating that it goes against the family system. The organization argues that allowing same-sex marriage could lead to...
Economic Offences Wing of Mumbai Police who was subsequently investigating the matter, had filed 3 charge sheets but not a single rupee has been traced by money trail to the petitioner as a pro...
The implications of an invalid divorce may appear many years later and even may arise after the death of the person who got the invalid divorce from a foreign court. With the changing times, the laws ...
without commenting on the merits of the case at this stage of investigation and the period of detention he faced in jail, the Court after analyzing all things allowed bail to the accused person ( Jai ...