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High Court best suited to understand the needs of the judicial service: Supreme Court [Read Judgment]

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.

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Supreme Court Extends Stay on Mahesh Raut's Bail in Bhima Koregaon Case, NIA Appeal Admitted

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Delhi Government Pleads Supreme Court to set up Bench to consider plea against service law

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ED Delays Summoning BRS Leader K Kavitha Until November 20 Amid Delhi Excise Scam Probe

Supreme Court Expresses Concern Over Delays in Approving Collegium Recommended Judicial Appointments

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...

Supreme Court Relaxes Bail Conditions for Ashish Mishra, Son of Union Minister, in Lakhimpur Kheri Case

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...

Aadhar Cards to be issued after necessary verification: Supreme Court in Manipur Violence Case

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 Rejects Plea to Quash FIR Against Retired Major General V K Singh Over RAW Secrets Book [Read Order]

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.

Slap incident in UP school: SC directs for monitoring probe by senior IPS officer

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 Refuses Urgent Hearing to Former AP CM Chandrababu Naidu in Skill Development Scam 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.

Supreme Court and UNICEF India Host Two-Day Consultation on Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice [Read Press Release]

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 Upholds Stringent Standards for Police Employment, Rejects Man's Plea After POCSO Act Acquittal in Madhya Pradesh [Read Judgment]

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.

Supreme Court Rejects EVM Source Code Audit Plea, Citing Hacking Concerns

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 Frees Death Row Convicts Due to Flawed Investigation in 2013 Kidnap Murder Case [Read Judgment]

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 to Tamil Nadu Govt Against Udhayanidhi Stalin Over Remarks on Sanatan Dharma

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...

Supreme Court to Review Validity of SC/ST Reservations in Legislative Bodies

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 Refers 1998 Narasimha Rao Case on MP’s Immunity from Prosecution to 7-Judge Bench

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...

Advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay Files Supreme Court Plea to Revisit 1998 Narasimha Rao Case, Targeting Corruption in Indian Parliament [Read Petition]

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 Verdict Nullifying Prajwal Revanna's MP Election

Supreme Court stays Karnataka HC's decision nullifying JD-S MP Prajwal Revanna's election, allowing him to contest future Parliament elections.

Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Plaster of Paris Ganesh Idols, Citing Environmental Concerns

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 Rejects Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's Plea Against ED Summons in Alleged Illegal Mining Case

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...

Cattle Smuggling Case: Supreme Court Seeks CBI Response to TMC Leader Anubrata Mondal's Bail Plea

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.

Amicus curiae supports plea for permanent disqualification of convicted lawmakers [Read Report]

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...

ED Extends Summons for Telangana CM's Daughter in Delhi Liquor Policy Scam

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...

Supreme Court expresses concern over NLU’s relying solely on contractual teaching staff [Read Order]

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 ...

Chief Justice Chandrachud Announces Real Time Supreme Court Data Integration with National Judicial Data Grid [Press Release]

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 18 Additional Judges for Permanent Roles in Punjab, Haryana and Allahabad High Courts

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 MHA to Develop Guidelines for Media Briefings Aimed to Curb Media Trials in Criminal Investigations

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 Donates Bus to Children with Special Needs in Honor of Constitutional Expert PP Rao

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 Ex Army Officer, Professor in FIR's lodged in Manipur

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.

Supreme Court Dismisses Asaram Bapu's Bail Petition in Minor Rape Case

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 Declares Retroactive Prosecution of Central Govt Officers in Corruption Cases [Read Judgment]

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...

SEBI suppressed material facts in Adani probe, Supreme Court told [Read Affidavit]

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...

Supreme Court lawyer allegedly killed by husband after she opposed sale of bungalow in Noida

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's Landmark Ruling: No Prior Sanction Required for Prosecution of High-Ranking Officials Since 2003

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.

Supreme Court Extends Protection for Editors Guild Members in Manipur Amidst Controversy

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.

Supreme Court Upholds Relief to Telecom Companies on AGR Amidst Covid-19 [Read Order]

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...

Varanasi Court Grants ASI 4 More Weeks for Gyanvapi Mosque Survey Amid Controversy

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...

Subjectivity in cruelty, holistic approach in divorce law must: Supreme Court [Read Judgment]

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...

Bharat vs. India: Understanding their Political and Constitutional meaning. Watch insights shared by Adv. Vijay Sardana.

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 ...

Election Commission Opposes 100% VVPAT Verification, Citing Concerns About Reverting to Paper Ballots [Read Order]

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...

Supreme Court Rejects Plea for Cooling-Off Period for Retired Judges Taking Up Political Posts

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 Govt in Muzaffarnagar School Slap Case

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...

Pro Pakistan National Conference Leader Files Affidavit in Supreme Court Upholding Constitutional Provisions [Read Affidavit]

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...

Sanatan Dharma remarks: Former judges, civil servants, veterans write to CJI for contempt action against TN govt on failure to act against Udhayanidhi [Read Letter]

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...

Supreme Court upholds order to bar Advocate from practice for running taxi service [Read Order]

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...

'J&K is an integral part of India,' SC asks lead petitioner in Art 370 to file affidavit

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...

Ensure supply of food, medicines, do airdropping of supplies, SC to Centre, State on Manipur violence

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 ...

'She wanted to wreak vengeance,' SC quashes dowry harassment charges against judicial officer, brother, mother [Read Judgment]

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...

Supreme Court Raises Concerns Over House Arrest Order for Gautam Navlakha in Bhima Koregaon Case

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 ...

Lead petitioner in Art 370 matter raised Pakistan Zindabad' slogan, supported terrorism, secessionism in J&K, SC told

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...

Rajasthan HC Issues Show Cause Notice to CM Gehlot Over Remarks on Judiciary

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...

Children from void, voidable marriage can claim right to parents' ancestral property in Hindu joint family: SC [Read Judgment]

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...

SC Panel Recommends Equal Treatment for Transgender Prisoners in Landmark Prison Reforms Report [Read Report]

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...

Supreme Court Awards Life Term to Former RJD MP Prabhunath Singh for 1995 Poll Violence Murders

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 ...

High Court Prohibits Compulsion of Hijab and Islamic Texts on Students of Different Faiths at Ganga Jamuna School [Watch Video]

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...

Fact-Check of Mohammad Zubair's Fact-Check || PM Modi BRICS Summit 2023 Visit

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...

Only Central Govt empowered to undertake census, Centre tells Supreme Court [Read Affidavit]

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...

SEBI Provides Supreme Court with Adani Hindenburg Probe Update, 22 Investigations Finalized, 2 Await External Responses [Read Status Report]

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 Declines Stay on Defamation Trial as Gujarat University Pursues Case Against Delhi CM Kejriwal

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.

Supreme Court Rejects Stay on Premature Release of Ex-UP Minister Convicted in Poet's Murder Case

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...

SC cancels bail of Rajasthan Cong MLA's son, two others in gang rape of minor girl from SC/ST community [Read Judgment]

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 Bail To Ex Chief Secy in Andaman and Nicobar Rape Case

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.

Supreme Court Affirms Women's Right to Reproductive Choices as Central to Human Dignity [Read Order]

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...

Antilia Case: Supreme Court grants bail to ex-cop Pradeep Sharma

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...

Uniform Citizen Code: A Game Changer. Is an amendment in constitution imminent ? Watch special report || Vakeel Saab

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...

Supreme Court Directs States to Strengthen Support for Child Victims Under POCSO Act Implementation [Read Judgment]

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...

Centre Seeks Permission from Supreme Court for Bihar's Caste Census Affidavit, Acknowledges Potential Ramifications

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...

Supreme Court Committee Calls for Document Reconstruction and Compensation Scheme Upgrade in Manipur

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'...

Supreme Court Empowers Accountability: Public Authorities Ordered to Ensure RTI Act Compliance [Read Judgment]

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 Rejects West Bengal's Plea Against CBI Probe in Linked Municipality and Teachers' Recruitment Scam

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...

Supreme Court Sets Aside Kerala HC Order Suspending Conviction of MP Mohammed Faizal in Attempted Murder Case

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...

Supreme Court to Establish Guidelines on Summoning Government Officers During Court Proceedings

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...

Supreme Court Rebukes Gujarat High Court's Handling of Rape Survivor's Pregnancy Termination Plea

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...

Supreme Court holds former RJD MP Prabhu Nath Singh guilty of murder for shooting down two for voting against him [Read Judgment]

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 ...

'Sense of urgency required not lackadaisical attitude,' SC on Guj HC deferring termination of pregnancy plea

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...

Social media users have to be careful of consequences before forwarding message: Supreme Court

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...

Supreme Court Stresses Equal Treatment for All Sides in Hate Speech Cases, Citing Tehseen Poonawalla Guidelines

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...

Supreme Court Handbook Combating Gender Stereotypes Explained !

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...

Fodder Scam: CBI moves Supreme Court against bail to Lalu Prasad

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...

Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Budi Habung's Elevation as Judge to Gauhati High Court [Read Resolution]

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...

Huge budget for e-courts to give technological boost to lower courts: CJI

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...

Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Two Candidates for Orissa High Court Judge Appointments [Read Resolution]

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...

Supreme Court releases handbook to combat gender stereotypes in judgments and pleadings [Read Handbook]

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.

Centre to overhaul British-era IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act

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 Granted 2-Month Medical Bail by Supreme Court in Money Laundering Case

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...

Suspended Panchkula Judge Arrested by Enforcement Directorate in Money Laundering Investigation

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...

Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Transfer of 23 High Court Judges

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...

Supreme Court Directs Centre to Form Committee Addressing Hate Speech Cases and Promoting Community Harmony

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...

Supreme Court Advises High Courts to Consider Surrounding Circumstances When Quashing FIRs, Not Just Allegations [Read Judgment]

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 Mishra Recuses from Hearing Umar Khalid's Bail Plea in 2020 Delhi Riots Case

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...

PM Modi Set to Address Parliament on No-Confidence Motion Amidst Anticipation !

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 CM D K Shivakumar's Name Removed from Advocates' Conference Amid Pending Cases Controversy

"Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar's name removed from Advocates' Conference due to pending cases, following objections. Chief Minister to inaugurate the event."

'Public outcry, agitations can’t affect judicial decisions', SC on plea against release of Bilkis Bano case convicts

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 ...

Parliamentary Panel Recommends Setting Up Regional Benches of Supreme Court and Reducing Vacation to Enhance Justice Accessibility [Read Report]

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...

He just sold tickets to visitors,' SC rejects plea against bail to Morbi bridge collapse case accused

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 Chandrachud Dismisses Ex-CJI Gogoi's Remarks on Basic Structure Doctrine as 'Opinions, Not Binding Facts’

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...

No reason to disbelieve on Centre: Supreme Court on cheetah deaths

"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...

Supreme Court Appoints All Women Ex-HC Judges Panel for Humanitarian Relief in Manipur Amidst Violence [ Watch Court Proceedings]

"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...

Supreme Court Halts Madras High Court Decision, Allows Expelled AIADMK Member's Continued Parliament Membership

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...

Supreme Court Grants Enforcement Directorate Custody of Tamil Nadu Minister Senthil Balaji in Cash-for-Job Money Laundering Case

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 ...

Use of regional languages declined in HCs of Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal and Karnataka: Law Minister [Read Statement]

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...

Hindi is our national language; Supreme Court rejects plea to transfer case on ground of language [Read Order]

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...

Need to ensure curbing hate speech doesn’t affect free speech: Supreme Court

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...

For you, it may be 'frivolous', for the other side it may be a matter of faith,' SC allows scientific survey at Gyanvapi complex [Watch Hearing]

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 Halts Rahul Gandhi's Defamation Conviction, Restores MP Status [Read Order]

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.

Former Kerala CM's Principal Secretary Granted Interim Bail on Medical Grounds by Supreme Court in FCRA Violation Case [Read Order]

"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...

Supreme Court Begins Landmark Hearing on Article 370 Challenges: Kapil Sibal Argues Against Dilution of Special Status

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. ...

Supreme Court Directs States to Ensure Peaceful Protest Rallies Amidst Nuh Violence Controversy [Read Order]

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...

Complete breakdown of law and order and constitutional machinery in Manipur from May to July end: Supreme Court

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...

Supreme Court finds Manipur viral video incident of 'Unprecedented magnitude', sidesteps violent incidents in WB, other States

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...

Number of Constitution bench matters reduced drastically over decades, Lok Sabha informed [Read Statement]

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...

Supreme Court Allows Sanjay Kumar Mishra to Continue as ED Till Sept 15 in Larger National Interest

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 ...

WB LoP Suvendu Adhikari Challenges Calcutta High Court's FIR Order in Supreme Court

West Bengal's Leader of Opposition, Shuvendu Adhikari, moves the Supreme Court against the order to lodge an FIR based on alleged provocative speeches during the Panchayat polls. The SC will hear his ...

Supreme Court Rejects West Bengal Government's Plea Against NIA's Probe into Ram Navami Violence Cases

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...

Supreme Court Seeks Details of Lord Krishna's Birthplace Dispute Pending Before Allahabad High Court

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...

Supreme Court to Hear Rahul Gandhi's Plea for Stay on Conviction in Defamation Case over Modi Surname Remarks on Jul 21

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 ...

Supreme Court Seeks Election Commission's Response on Cross Verification of EVMs with VVPATs Plea

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...

Supreme Court Issues Notice to CBI and ED on Manish Sisodia's Bail Plea in Delhi Liquor Policy Scam

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...

Supreme Court Issues Notice to Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Over Delay in Disqualification Plea Against Chief Minister and MLAs

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 ...

Supreme Court gets two more judges, Increasing Strength to 32

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...

'Adipurush' Makers File Plea in Supreme Court Against High Court Order on Personal Appearance

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...

Supreme Court Grants Further Time to Centre on Challenges to 1991 Law, No Blanket Stay on Proceedings Related to Religious Places

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...

Supreme Court Upholds Civilian Control Over Armed Forces in Manipur-Violence Case

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 ...

Supreme Court emphasizes sensitivity and state government's responsibility in addressing ethnic violence in Manipur

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...

Supreme Court to Commence Day-to-Day Hearings on Petitions Against Dilution of Article 370 from August 2

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...

Supreme Court Refuses Stay on Centre's Ordinance Wresting Control Over Civil Servants in Delhi

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...

Unprecedented Era of Peace and Development in Jammu and Kashmir Following Article 370 Withdrawal: Centre to SC [Read Affidavit]

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...

Land Scams affecting socio economic progress: Supreme Court [Read Judgment]

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...

Supreme Court: No Lesser Sentence Under POCSO Act for Aggravated Sexual Assault on Children [Read Judgment]

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...

Supreme Court Sentences Four Convicts in 1996 Lajpat Nagar Blast Case to Life Imprisonment Without Remission [Read Judgement]

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...

Supreme Court Refuses to Consider Plea Against Internet Shutdown in Manipur

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...

Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Woman Chief Justice for Gujarat HC and CJs for 6 Other HCs [Read Recommendation]

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 ...

Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Chief Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and S Venkatanarayana Bhatti as Judges to Apex Court [Read Recommendation]

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...

Supreme Court Requests Third Judge for Senthil Balaji's Case Following Split Verdict in Madras High Court

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...

Supreme Court Grants Teesta Setalvad One Week's Protection, Stays Gujarat HC Order to Surrender [Read Order]

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.

Supreme Court Introduces Fresh Procedure for Urgent Listing of Cases Before Benches [Read Circular]

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...

Supreme Court Denies Relief to Husband of High-Profile Jharkhand IAS Officer in Money Laundering Case

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. ...

Supreme Court Rejects West Bengal Government's Plea for Central Forces Deployment in Panchayat Polls [Read Order]

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...

Supreme Court Declines to Interfere with Madras HC's Decision on TN Minister Senthil Balaji's Habeas Corpus Petition in Money Laundering Case

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 ...

Supreme Court Issues Notice to Kadapa MP in Vivekananda Reddy Murder Case Over Pre-Arrest Bail

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...

Supreme Court to Hear on June 20 Plea Against High Court's Order on Central Forces for Panchayat Polls

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 ...

Supreme Court Declines Plea Against Mahapanchayat After Foiled 'Love Jihad' Bid

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...

The Role of the Supreme Court of India as a Protector and Warden of the Constitution

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...

Supreme Court Declines Urgent Hearing on Plea Against Internet Shutdown in Manipur

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 ...

Supreme Court Sets Aside Orissa High Court's Order for Enrollment of Candidate as Advocate [Read Judgment]

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...

Supreme Court to Hear on June 13 Plea Against Pre-Arrest Bail Granted to Kadapa MP in Viveka Murder Case

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...

Supreme Court Grants Interim Protection to Muslim Doctor in Rape Case of Hindu Woman

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...

Supreme Court Seeks Report From Registry on Ashwini Upadhyay's Plea Against RBI Decision on Rs 2,000 Note Exchange

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...

Supreme Court Stays High Court's Order on Horoscope Examination of Rape Victim [Read Order]

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...

Supreme Court Refuses Urgent Hearing on Plea Against Delhi High Court's Order on Rs 2,000 Banknote Exchange

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...

Supreme Court Grants Protection to Woman Apprehending Threat to Life from Family [Read Order]

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...

Supreme Court Grants Interim Bail to Former Delhi Minister Satyender Jain on Medical Grounds [Read Order]

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...

Supreme Court Refuses to Interfere with Probe Order on Abhishek Banerjee in WB School Recruitment Case [Read Order]

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...

Supreme Court Sets Aside Death Penalty in Rape-Murder Case of 6-Year-Old Child [Read Judgment]

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...

Supreme Court Rejects PIL for President's Inauguration of New Parliament Building

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 ...

Supreme Court Halts Rs 100 Cr Penalty in Avulapalli Reservoir Project on Condition of Rs 25 Cr Deposit [Read Order]

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...

Himachal Pradesh High Court Grant Bail to a Man Accused of Committing Unnatural Acts with Cow, Said that there is no Criminal History Depicting Pervert Mind [READ ORDER]

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 ...

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