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Interim order to continue, Gyanvapi mosque suit transferred to district judge: Supreme Court
The bench noted that the District Judge has an experience close to 30 years and would be able to handle the matter.
Madhya Pradesh: OBC body calls for ‘state bandh’ on Saturday; Congress extends support
The opposition Congress has extended its support for the bandh, saying that the OBC must get 27 per cent reservation in local body polls instead of just 14 per cent.
SC Sets Aside 10-yr Sentence In Sexual Assault Case, Says Can’t Disturb Happy Family Life
The apex court, which was informed about the custom in Tamil Nadu of the marriage of a girl with her maternal uncle, said considering the facts and circumstances of the case, the conviction and sentence of the man deserve to be set aside.
Law Minister Has No Authority To Draw Any ‘Arbitrary Lakshman Rekha’: Chidambaram
Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram hit back at Law Minister Kiren Rijiju over his remarks after the Supreme Court put on hold the application of sedition law and said that he has authority to draw any arbitrary Lakshman Rekha.
Jailed journalist Siddique Kappan’s wife hails CJI Ramana
Siddique Kappan and the others were travelling in a car when they were stopped by the UP Police at the Hathras toll plaza and detained.
‘Cognisant of civil liberties of citizens’: SC puts sedition law on hold till review
The top court order came on a batch of pleas filed by Major General S.G. Vombatkere (retd) and the Editors Guild of India and others, challenging the constitutional validity of Section 124A which carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonment.
Supreme Court puts sedition law on hold, no new FIRs to be lodged till review is complete
Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, representing one of the petitioners, contended that Section 124A has become prima facie unconstitutional and the apex court must stay application of the sedition provision till the Centre reviews the provision.
SC to examine if petitions challenging sedition law should be referred to larger bench
Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, representing one of the petitioners, submitted that the three-judge bench can consider the matter, instead of referring to a larger bench.
‘LIC bound by Constitution’: SC directs verification of claims of temporary workers
The bench said that all persons who are found to be eligible on the above norm shall be entitled to compensation computed at the rate of Rs 50,000 for every year of service or part thereof.
‘Don’t need lecture from Home Secretary’: SC slams Centre in Abu Salem case
New Delhi, April 22 : The Supreme Court on Thursday strongly objected to some statements made by the…
Constitution bulldozed: Brinda Karat
The law and the constitution have been bulldozed by these illegal demolitions
Receiving foreign donation a reflection on constitutional morality of nation: SC
"Introducing change for the betterment of governance is the prerogative and wisdom of the Parliament. The FCRA account operators cannot claim right of continuity of a deficient and flawed framework."
‘But where are the schools?’: SC on instituting Right to Education
It further added that various authorities, including municipalities, state governments etc., were tasked to set up schools, but where do they get teachers from? Often, budget constraints are cited, it said.
Supreme Court agrees to list Abhishek Banerjee’s plea against ED summons
The petitioners urged the apex court to stay the high court order and direct the ED to summon the petitioners under section 50 PMLA only in Kolkata.
Why Oppn approached SC after elections were announced, asks Imran Khan
Islamabad : Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday questioned the Opposition as to why they approached the…
SC refuses to entertain plea against PM Cares Fund
The bench, also comprising Justice B.R. Gavai, asked the petitioner to move back to the high court with a review petition. "You go and file a review. Let us have the benefit of the high court order."
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee, wife move SC against ED summons
On March 11, the High Court dismissed their plea. The couple has moved the apex court challenging the high court order.
Despite opposition by Centre, SC grants bail to Rajiv Gandhi assassination convict
Perarivalan was sentenced to death for aiding in making the bomb, which killed Rajiv Gandhi.
Biden nominates Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson for US Supreme Court
The US President will deliver remarks announcing the nomination at the White House on Friday afternoon.
SC suggests changing name of film ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’
The plea sought an injunction against Bhansali Productions from producing, directing or airing the promo of any film based on the novel, and also the Alia Bhatt movie.
Rs 18,000 Cr returned to banks from Mallya, Nirav and Choksi: Centre to Supreme Court
New Delhi, Feb 23 : Solicitor General Tushar Mehta on Wednesday informed the Supreme Court that Rs 18,000…
‘Committed crime, face it’: SC declines urgent listing of plea by Sulli Deals app accused
The app had created a major uproar last year for targeting Muslim women and uploading their images without their consent. The 'Bulli Bai' case appears to be a clone of the 'Sulli Deals' app.
Gujarat Freedom of Religion Act: SC notice on plea against HC order
The Gujarat government contended that Section 5 of the Act, which was stayed, impacts cases where inter-religious marriages have been solemnised by a person without force, or fraudulent means.
Stop It Or We Will: Supreme Court To Team Yogi About Fining CAA Protests
Stop It Or We Will: Supreme Court To Team Yogi About Fining CAA Protests
Supreme Court to resume physical hearings from next week on non-miscellaneous days
New Delhi, Feb 8 : Against the backdrop of declining Covid cases, the Supreme Court on Monday said…
Supertech twin towers’ demolition to begin in 2 weeks: SC
Supertech Twin Towers Demolition: The Supreme Court on Monday said the demolition work for the two 40 story…
SC adjourns hearing of road rage case against Navjot Singh Sidhu to Feb 25
New Delhi, Feb 3 : The Supreme Court on Thursday adjourned hearing on a plea seeking review of…
SC to hear road rage case involving Navjot Singh Sidhu on Thursday
New Delhi, Feb 2 : The Supreme Court on Thursday will hear a plea seeking review of its…
No question of repeal of statute, declared unconstitutional by court: Supreme Court
After this judgment, PILs were filed in the Manipur High Court to declare the similar 2012 Manipur law as unconstitutional. In 2018, the Manipur legislature passed a repealing law, but with a saving clause on appointments of Parliamentary Secretaries.
Pegasus Spying: Fresh plea in SC seeks FIR against PM Modi
The plea seeks registration of FIR to recover public money paid for the impugned deal and prosecute concerned persons including Narendra D. Modi in accordance of law .
Supreme Court revokes 12 BJP MLAs’ Suspension: MVA Cautious, Opposition Exults
Mumbai, Jan. Jan 28 : Hours after the Supreme Court quashed the suspension of 12 Opposition legislators from…
Tripura communal violence: SC allows petitioner to file rejoinder on govt’s response
The state government further added that these people were selectively outraged with it, though they remained silent on large-scale post-poll violence, which occurred in West Bengal.
Reliance vs DMRC: SC says where is question of negotiation, compelling for a compromise
In September, last year, the top court ruled that the state-owned enterprise has to pay an arbitral award of around Rs 7,200 crore to the DAMEPL.
Dharma Sansad case: Plea in SC seeks SIT probe into hate speeches against Hindus
It further urged the court to direct a probe into the incident of hate speech given against the Constitutional spirit as well as the unity and integrity of India.
Supreme Court grants protection from arrest to Bengal CM’s poll agent in murder case
As Mehta emphasised that the petitioner is quite powerful and the offence is very serious, the top court asked hims to not get politics into the matter.
Avoid Mobiles, use Desktop/Laptop for Virtual Hearings, SC to Lawyers
Earlier during the day, a bench headed by Chief Justice N.V. Ramana had expressed unhappiness at lawyers appearing for virtual hearings through their mobile phones - where they were either barely audible or not visible.
SC seeks Centre, Uttarakhand govt response on plea seeking action on hate speeches
New Delhi : The Supreme Court on Wednesday issued notice to the Uttarakhand government on a petition by…
PM Security Breach: Supreme Court to announce name of judge to head probe panel
The bench said: "We are taking the PM's security breach very seriously." It added that it will ask the committee to submit its report to it within a short span.
Stalin welcomes SC ruling on NEET-PG admission with OBC quota
Chennai, Jan 8 : Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Friday welcomed the Supreme Court ruling for…
NEET-PG admissions: SC to pronounce verdict on Friday on validity of EWS quota
In an intervention plea, the federation of doctors urged the top court to allow commencement of counselling.
Plea claims PM Security Breach Raises Serious Questions, Supreme Court to Consider on Friday
The Punjab government has formed a high-level committee to probe lapses during Modi's visit.
US House Jan 6 panel asks Supreme Court to deny Trump’s bid to shield records
Washington, Dec 31 : The US House Select Committee investigating the January 6 Capitol riot has asked the…
Delhi’s striking resident doctors call for total medical service shutdown
The doctors are holding a midnight meeting to intensify their protest.
Jayalalitha death: SC asks AIIMS to nominate a panel of specialists to assist commission
On November 30, the top court had said it will pass orders to allow the setting up of a medical board of AIIMS doctors to help the Justice Arumughaswamy Commission of Inquiry. The order in the matter was uploaded recently.
‘Major Cities turned into Slums’: SC seeks Action Against Encroachments
The bench pointed out that the primary duty to see that there is no encroachment of public land is of local government.
Supreme Court consistently disagreed to setting up its benches outside Delhi: Govt
According to the Law Ministry, there are 69,855 cases pending in Supreme Court as on December 6, and 56,41,212 cases pending in various high courts as on December 10.
Chardham Project: SC sets up Oversight Committee headed by ex-SC judge
The top court said the objective of this Committee is not to undertake an environmental analysis of the project afresh but to assess the implementation of the recommendations already provided by the HPC.
Kolkata Civic Polls: Supreme Court declines to entertain BJP plea for central forces
New Delhi, Dec 13 : The Supreme Court on Monday declined to entertain a plea by the BJP…
Consider criminal’s state of mind, conditions, says SC; commutes death sentence
The bench noted that the accused hails from a rural and economically poor background and there are no criminal antecedents.
Insurer’s Duty to Inform Policyholders on limitations Imposed During Renewal: Supreme Court
He emphasised the insurer had a duty to inform the appellants that a change regarding the limitation on its liability was being introduced and this duty to take the insured into confidence was breached in the present case.
‘I should have not been on that bench’: Ex-CJI Ranjan Gogoi on sexual harassment allegation
Ex-CJI Gogoi was speaking at a television interview at the launch of his autobiography "Justice for the Judge".
Rights, Freedoms shouldn’t be used by Private Businesses to Avoid Regulation: Supreme Court
The bench noted scholars across the world have warned against the judiciary constitutionalising an unregulated marketplace.
Father liable to maintain son till he becomes a major, rules Supreme Court
The bench noted that the mother of the child is not earning and she is residing at her parental house at Jaipur.
No instance of Rohingyas being associated with IS, ISI: Kerala tells Supreme Court
The state government said the directions have been given to the officers to curtail intrusion of illegal immigrants, under the guise of being north-Indian migrant labourers.
Governor cannot delay decision on disqualification of MLAs: Supreme Court
The bench issued notice to the Secretary to the Governor on a plea seeking to bring on record the decision and scheduled the matter for further hearing on November 11.
Apex Court Judges should Retire at 65 only: SC judge
At present, the age of the retirement age of Supreme Court judge is 65 and for a high court judge, it is 62.
Perturbed by SC order that many refused to be in Pegasus probe panel: Chidambaram
The Congress has welcomed the Supreme Court decision, and Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said that the party will raise the issue in Parliament.
Congress to raise Pegasus issue in winter session: Rahul Gandhi
The Congress had been on the forefront demanding enquiry into the snoopgate.
SC declines bail to gangster Abu Salem in 1995 builder murder case
Abu Salem is also a convict in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts. After a long legal battle, he was extradited from Portugal on November 11, 2005.
Welcome Back: SC tells advocates on resumption of Physical Hearing
The top court had gone virtual since the beginning of the lockdown, to control the spread of Covid-19, in March 2020.
Gauri Lankesh murder case: SC restores KCOCA charges against an accused
Against the backdrop of this top court order, the possibility of Nayak getting bail would become difficult during the trial.
Granting Reservation in Promotion to SCs/STs won’t hamper efficiency: Centre to Supreme Court
The Centre filed the affidavit in connection with petitions on reservation in promotions to SC/ST employees.
Lakhimpur Kheri violence: SC unhappy with tweet claiming CJI met victims’ kin
"They must have some sense because I was sitting in the court. How can I go to Lucknow and visit the family."
Not satisfied with UP’s probe into Lakhimpur Kheri violence: SC
"CBI is also not a solution and you know the reason why… You find out better mode."
NEET-PG: SC issues notice on plea seeking release of answer key
New Delhi, Oct 8 : The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice on a plea seeking direction…
Lakhimpur Kheri violence: SC takes suo moto cognizance, to hear case on Thursday
The lawyers said that there is a need to protect the rule of law in 'violence-ravaged' Uttar Pradesh, which is evident from media reports.
Medical Education has Become a Business: Supreme Court
On the aspect of syllabus change, the bench told the National Board of Examinations (NBE) counsel, "what was the hurry. You have an examination pattern which had been going on from 2018 to 2020…".
Order CBI Probe in Lakhimpur Kheri Violence under top court monitoring, CJI urged
New Delhi, Oct 5 : Two lawyers have written to the Chief Justice of India seeking a CBI…
‘What is protest for if farm laws stayed?’: SC to decide if right to protest absolute
"A large number of pleas (challenging the farm laws) have been filed… an unfortunate event happened at Lakhimpur Kheri," he submitted.
Sr Advocates should provide Pro Bono Service to weaker sections: President
Kovind also said that the advice of Gandhiji should be followed by the legal fraternity, especially the designated senior advocates in the Supreme Court and the high courts.
CJI Ramana on a Mission to make Justice Accessible to Common People
Whether it is a courtroom or a podium at a function, Ramana speaks profusely that the vulnerable and downtrodden should not be denied access to justice.
SC judge praises role of women advocates in MeToo Movement
He added that there are about 11,000 women lawyers among over 47,000 panel advocates at the district level and about 17,000 women para-legal volunteers out of the total number of nearly 44,000.
Was thinking of panel for complaints against officials, especially police: CJI
The top court declined to grant protection to suspended to Gurjinder Pal Singh in a case filed against him under the Prevention of Corruption Act. However, it granted him protection in two other criminal cases - sedition and extortion.
SC relief to TV actor Chahat Khanna’s Estranged Husband accused of sexual, Physical Abuse
In his plea, Mirza said: "It is submitted without prejudice that at its worst, this is a case of a marriage between two parties, both of whom have had successful careers in their respective fields, going through tough times."
Supreme Court rules no Insurance Claim for Stolen Vehicle without Valid Registration
Godara, on July 28, went to Jodhpur on business, staying at a guest house at night and parking his vehicle outside the premises. In the morning, he found that car was stolen.
SC dismisses Adani’s plea against gas distribution bids in Ahmedabad
Adani Gas, in the bidding process which was carried out by the PNGRB in 2016, lost to state-run Gujarat Gas Ltd to supply PNG and CNG in Sanand, Bavla, and Dholka areas of the district.
‘Don’t treat doctors as footballs’: SC fumes at last minute changes in NEET SS syllabus
Unhappy with the NBE counsel's response, the bench shot back: "Don't treat these young doctors as footballs in the game of power. Hold the meeting and put your house on order."
Remove Slogan, PM Modi’s Picture from footer of top court’s official e-mails: Supreme Court to NIC
Sources in the apex court told PTI that the slogan and the picture were put inadvertently by National Informatics Centre (NIC) which provides the e-mail services to the top court
Census of Backward Classes difficult, cumbersome, Centre to SC
The Maharashtra government had moved the Supreme Court seeking release of the 2011 SECC census data so that they could implement the 27 percent reservation for OBCs announced under the Zilla Parishads and Panchayat Samitis Act.
SC agrees to hear bail plea of wife of close aide of gangster Vikas Dubey
New Delhi, Sep : The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to hear the bail plea of wife of…
Need programmes to re-integrate women prisoners in society: CJI Ramana
Pointing at measures for re-integration of women prisoners into the society, he emphasised on "non-discriminatory access to education and vocational training, dignified, and remunerated work".
One Principal Object of IBC to Revive Debtor, Liquidation Last Resort: Supreme Court
The bench noted in pursuance of the assurance given before the NCLAT, an amount of Rs 18,50,000 was also paid to the ex-employee D. Ramjee towards arrears of salary by the corporate debtor.
No point in persuading couple to live together, says Supreme Court
The trial court and the high court had refused to accept husband's contentions that he is entitled for divorce by holding that he could not make out a case of cruelty meted out by his wife.
Amrapali homebuyers, including M.S. Dhoni, asked to clear outstanding dues within 15 days
Dhoni, in April 2016, had resigned as brand ambassador of Amrapali, which is now non-operational.
Pegasus row: Centre says will file detailed affidavit, SC to hear on Sep 13
Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, representing senior journalist N. Ram, submitted that he does not have any objection to Mehta's request.
‘Accused can’t be kept in jail without trial’: SC on probe into siphoning of RFL funds
Singh had moved the top court against the Delhi High Court order passed on June 14, which cancelled the bail granted to him by the trial court.
Justice D Y Chandrachud: Need to ensure unbiased press, can’t rely on state to determine truth
New Delhi, Aug 28 : Supreme Court judge Justice D Y Chandrachud on Saturday said as citizens we…
Supreme Court refuses to interfere with bail granted to alleged IS member
The agency also alleged that the accused had come back to India with a motive to carry out 'lone wolf attack' kind operation. Raju added that decent behaviour can't be a ground for bail to him by the trial court.
‘Very disturbing trend’, Supreme Court on use of Sedition Law on Suspended IPS Officer Gurjinder Pal Singh
This is a very disturbing trend in the country and the police department is also responsible for it.
77 Muzaffarnagar riots cases withdrawn by UP without any reason, SC told
The amicus submitted that the 77 cases may be examined by the high court by exercising revisional jurisdiction under Section 401 of CrPC, in the light of the law laid down by the top court in the case of State of Kerala vs K. Ajith 2021.
Shocked by Himachal Pradesh govt’s delay in Litigating Rape Matter: Supreme Court
The top court issued notice to the man, who was acquitted in the case, on the SLP filed by the state government challenging the high court verdict.
Builders only understand ‘colour of money’ or a jail term: Supreme Court
The top court observed that on January 5, it had affirmed the verdict of National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC), passed on August 28, directing refund with 9 per cent interest.
‘Extremely upset’, says CJI on media reports on judges’ appointment process
New Delhi, Aug 18 : Chief justice N.V. Ramana on Wednesday said he is “extremely upset” with media…
SC declined to entertain Maharashtra govt’s plea against CBI FIR on Anil Deshmukh
The top court emphasized that CBI has to investigate all aspects of the allegations and it cannot be limited. It further added that this will be like denuding the powers of a constitutional court.
SC issues notice on plea against Bengal Commission to probe Pegasus Scandal
The top court had already issued notice on Tuesday to the central government on a bunch of petitions seeking probe into the Pegasus snooping allegations.
Supreme Court directs Man to Pay Rs 4 crore in Settlement to Estranged Wife
Counsel argued that his client's business is facing insolvency proceedings and that his client will pay Rs 1 crore in one month and another Rs 1 crore after three months.
People must be Allowed to raise Voice in Democracy: Supreme Court
The Centre, however, contended that there was no illegality in its decision to modify the tenure of incumbent ED Director Sanjay Kumar Mishra from two years to three years.
SC issues notice to Centre on PILs seeking probe into Pegasus row
The Centre refused to disclose whether it used Pegasus or not.
Man, woman set themselves on fire in front of Supreme Court
The man appears to have sustained burn injuries on his leg. In a video, he could be seen covered with a heavy blanket.
Show us debate in Parliament, reasons: SC on Tribunals Reforms Bill
New Delhi, Aug 16 : The Supreme Court on Monday expressed deep distress with the Centre for not…
Decriminalising Politics: SC fines Congress, BJP, 6 other parties for contempt
New Delhi, Aug 10 : In a bid to decriminalise politics, the Supreme Court on Tuesday held nine…
‘Delhi High Court at less than 50% in week’: SC criticises Centre’s appointment delays
"So much for the urgency expressed by the Government of India in the present proceedings!"
SC to Centre: Submit action taken report on oxygen allocation
Citing that it has given enough time to the government to implement its orders, the bench said, "Now we want to look towards where we stand, should there be a third wave".
“Wanted something concrete: SC to CBI on weekly report into Dhanbad judge Uttam Anand’s murder
"Let the chief justice continue to monitor the case. We will keep the case pending, we direct the CBI to file a status report in Jharkhand High Court every week."
Pegasus is rogue technology, enters our lives without our knowledge; Kapil Sibal informs SC
Lawyers, academicians, activists have become terrorists if their names are included in the list, added Sibal. Sibal also said that this spyware is only sold to government agencies and not to private entities.
‘Allegations serious if reports true’: SC seeks Centre’s stance on Pegasus row
The bench pointed out the petition by Ram says a California court has observed that some Indian journalists and other persons were also targets, asking: "Where in the judgment does it say that? We didn't see it."
Why come after 2 yrs, why no FIR when phone was hacked: SC on Pegasus snooping row
The court said, the surveillance issue came into light two years ago, why come now suddenly and why no complaint or FIR was registered?
Supreme Court notice on plea claiming mills owners Rs 18K crore to sugarcane farmers
The PIL urged the apex court to direct the governments to release some ad hoc payment to the sugarcane growers against their outstanding dues.
Pegasus Row: Editors Guild moves SC seeking probe into snooping scandal
Petitions in the matter have also been filed by advocate M.L. Sharma, CPI-M Rajya Sabha member John Brittas, and senior journalists N. Ram and Sashi Kumar. The top court has scheduled the matter for hearing on August 5.
We will see: SC on plea challenging Rakesh Asthana’s appointment
The plea said the Centre gave additional charge of the Delhi Police commissioner to Balaji Srivastava after the retirement of S.N. Shrivastava on June 30, and there was no indication at the time that the charge was temporary.
First Physical Hearing in Supreme Court after a gap of 16 months
The top court in its order said: "The learned counsel for the parties are physically present today. Parties to appear physically on the next date of hearing. List these matters on September 1, 2021."
Can’t quash FIR at third party’s behest, says Supreme Court on anti-Modi posters
On July 19, the top court had asked Yadav to bring on record the cases registered and people arrested for allegedly pasting posters.
Supreme Court gives no relief to Anil Deshmukh, to hear plea Aug 3
Param Bir Singh, former Commissioner of Mumbai Police, in his letter to Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, alleged that Deshmukh had indulged in "malpractices" and asked Waze to collect Rs 100 crore every month.
Contempt plea in SC challenging Rakesh Asthana’s appointment as Delhi Police chief
The plea said the Centre gave additional charge of the Delhi police commissioner to Balaji Srivastava after the retirement of S.N. Shrivastava on June 30, and there was no indication at the time that the charge was temporary.
Supreme Court refuses to reduce Rs 5 lakh cost on petitioner challenging former CJI appointment
On July 9, the top court had directed Jain, who had challenged the elevation of Justice Dipak Misra as the Chief Justice in 2017, to deposit costs of Rs 5 lakh despite the death of co-petitioner Swami Om.
SC agrees to hear Pegasus snooping plea next week
Earlier, advocate ML Sharma and Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas had also moved the apex court seeking probe into the spying allegations.
Supreme Court on Kerala Assembly violence: Acts of vandalism not under free speech
The top court added that privileges are not a mark of status, which allows legislators to stand on a different pedestal, and privileges are also not gateway to claim exemption from law.
Senior journalists move SC for probe into Pegasus snooping scandal
It contended that the attack prima facie constitutes an act of cyber-terrorism that has several grave political and security ramifications.
Can’t take elitist view on begging, they have no choice: Supreme Court
The plea argued that beggars at traffic junctions, markets and public places could contribute to the spread of Covid, therefore it is essential to rehabilitate them. The bench noted that this is a wider issue of social welfare policy.
Judiciary must remain free from political pressures, can’t have dual system: SC
The top court on March 26, had observed that an effort was made to shield the accused after the DGP had said that despite court order, police were not able to arrest him.
Hospitals have become Large Industries, Better Close Them: Supreme Court
The bench said hospitals have become a real estate industry, and instead of providing succour to patients in distress, it is widely felt they have become money minting machines, which fleece patients.
Prisoners released amid Covid shouldn’t asked to surrender now: SC
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday ordered that all prisoners, released by the High-Powered Committee (HPC) of…
‘Why keep colonial law used to silence Gandhi, Tilak?’ SC on sedition law
The Chief Justice said the situation on the ground is grave, and if one party does not like what the other is saying, Section 124A is used.
Supreme Court takes Cognizance of Delay in Prisoners’ Release after Bail
On Friday, the top court will also examine the situation in connection with its May 8 order in another suo motu case of 2020, which was taken up to decongest prisons to contain the spread of Covid-19 in prisons.
Suvendu Adhikari asks SC to transfer Mamata’s poll plea outside Bengal
New Delhi, July 15 : BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday moved the Supreme Court seeking transfer of…
How far is ‘Ram Bharose’ comment justified: Supreme Court on Allahabad High Court take
New Delhi, July 14 : The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will examine the limit of constitutional…
India keeps close watch on Nepal developments as Sher Bahadur Deuba’s star shines
Udaya Shumsher Rana, member of the Nepali Congress and former minister of state for finance, told India Narrative that traditionally his party has always maintained cordial and stable relations with India.
Birlas vs Lodhas: SC declines to interfere in HC order in H.V. Lodha case
A battery of senior advocates -- Kapil Sibal, P. Chidambaram, K.V. Vishwanathan, and Janak Dwarkadas - appeared for the Birlas and Newar, and submitted that the high court is completely wrong in dismissing the contempt petitions.
‘Health Ministry Dilly-Dallying’: SC on plea raising delay in NEET-MDS counselling
The plea cited concerns regarding the conduct of NEET-PG and NEET-MDS counselling together since NEET-PG has been postponed till August 31.
Stalin wants senior lawyers to defend state’s 69% reservation quota case in SC
Chennai, July 9 : Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Friday directed officials to engage senior lawyers…
Supreme Court refuses to entertain PIL against Congress ‘Toolkit’
New Delhi, July 5 : The Supreme Court on Monday declined to entertain a plea seeking a NIA…
Counsel of Ramdev, doctors’ body slug out as SC says ‘don’t quarrel’
Ramdev alleged that the IMA has unleashed barrage of cases, civil and criminal, against him via its different chapters in the country.
DMA challenges Ramdev’s plea against FIRs in Supreme Court
The DMA claimed that Patanjali has earned over Rs 1,000 crore by selling Coronil kits, which were not approved by the medical bodies.
‘No sufficient grounds’: SC on Centre’s plea for states’ power on SEBCs
On May 13, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment had issued a statement saying the Centre has filed a review petition challenging the May 5 verdict.
Implement ‘One Nation One Ration Card’ for migrant workers, SC to States
The Parliament with an aim to provide food and nutritional security to the people had enacted the National Food Security Act, 2013, noted the bench.
All states must implement ‘One Nation One Ration Card’ scheme by July 31: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court also ordered the Centre to provide dry ration for free distribution among migrant workers till the situation eases. It also directed the states, UTs to run community kitchens for migrant workers till the pandemic situation continues in respective states.
Unpardonable: SC slams Centre for delay on portal for migrant workers’ registration
The top court directed the Centre to develop the portal in consultation with National Informatics Centre (NIC) for registration of the unorganized labourers/migrant workers.
‘Boards are independent’: SC nod to CBSE, ICSE Class 12 assessment schemes
The top court dismissed all challenges to the assessment policies framed by the CBSE and the ICSE to evaluate class 12 students after the cancellation of exams.
Delhi Riots: SC says HC’s judgment granting bail to 3 activists not be treated as precedent
The top court said the way the Delhi High Court has interpreted UAPA, when it was not even requested to do so, requires it to examine the issues raised by the Delhi Police.
Congress Demands Supreme Court Intervention in Ayodhya Land Deal
Trust member Anil Mishra and Ayodhya mayor Rishikesh Upadhyay were signatories to the ₹18.5 crore land sale deed, they alleged.
Supreme Court frowns on Delhi, Bengal for not sharing info of kids orphaned amid Covid
The top court also asked the Delhi government to upload the information on the NCPCR's website as soon as it is collected and implement its schemes without waiting for the court's order.
Modi Govt decided to provide free vaccines after SC’s rap: Congress
"Following the bashing from the courts and demands of the Congress and opposition parties, the government has decided to vaccinate all above 18 years of age for free at government hospitals from June 21.
‘You must Smell the Coffee,’ SC asks tough Questions from Centre over Vaccine Policy
On the aspect of vaccine policy, Justice Chandrachud told Mehta that the ability to recognise that 'I am wrong' is not a sign of weakness, but that of strength.
‘Be optimistic for a resolution’: SC agrees to hear plea seeking Class XII board exam cancellation
Last year, amid the pandemic the top court had asked boards to determine and declare Class XII exam results on the basis of earlier assessment of students.
Plea in SC seeks direction to states for treating non-Covid patients
"Non-Covid-19 patients are facing a lot of difficulties. Major surgeries are postponed in all the hospitals as doctors are fully busy with Covid-19 patients… for heart patients or pregnant women, it is very difficult to get admission,"
Plea Moved in Supreme Court seeking direction to impose President’s Rule in West Bengal
The plea contended that there is growing tendency by certain political parties to impose party dictatorship after coming to power that needs to be nipped in the bud.
Plea in SC seeks using PM Cares Fund for Oxygen Plants, Vaccines
The plea also asked the top court to direct states to set up electric and other crematoriums in all cities and additionally, maintain and improve the condition of existing facilities.
Assam coordinator moves SC seeking re-verification of NRC list
The draft list was published in August 2019, excluding 19.06 lakh out of 3.3 crore applications for lack of adequate documents for establishing their Indian citizenship.
Centre challenges SC interpretation of 102nd Constitutional Amendment
The Centre has filed a review petition in the Supreme Court in connection with its judgment conferring the President with the sole power for identification of a community as backward and its eligibility for reservation benefits.
SC notice to Punjab on Prashant Kishor’s appointment as CM’s advisor
Petitioners submit that the appointment of Kishor as Principal Advisor to the Chief Minister, that too in the rank and status of a Cabinet minister at the cost of public money, is not permissible
Ensure 700 MT Oxygen per day to Delhi until further orders: SC to Centre
The bench observed that except for a bare assertion that an increase of 210 MT to Delhi would result in a corresponding reduction to other states, no material has been produced on the record by the Centre.
Mamata Govt moves SC seeking direction to disband Centre’s Vaccination Policy
West Bengal government moved the Supreme Court on Friday seeking directions to disband Phase-III vaccine policy of the Centre
SC asks Centre to keep supplying 700 MT Oxygen to Delhi till further orders
The Supreme Court on Friday asked the Centre to keep supplying 700 MT of liquid medical oxygen (LMO) to Delhi for treating COVID-19 patients on a daily basis till further orders
Putting officers in jail won’t bring oxygen to Delhi, says SC; seeks info on allocation in 3 days
New Delhi: Putting officers in jail is not going to bring oxygen to Delhi, the Supreme Court said…
SC strikes down Maratha reservation law, rules out review of 50% cap on quota
New Delhi: In a major decision, the Supreme Court on Wednesday termed the 2018 Maharashtra law, providing reservations…
Media Can’t Be Stopped From Reporting Discussions In Higher Courts: SC On EC Plea
While hearing a plea filed by the EC, the Supreme Court said media should be able to report all the proceedings of high courts to ensure accountability.
Supreme Court refuses to stay counting of votes for Uttar Pradesh panchayat polls
It said that the State Election Commission will fasten responsibility on gazetted officers for the observance of COVID-19 protocols at counting centres.
Supreme Court seeks govt reply on plea against sedition
A bench, headed by justice Uday U Lalit, sought a response from Centre on a plea challenging the constitutional validity of sedition law while also calling for assistance of attorney general KK Venugopal considering the significance of the matter.
Citizens’ lives are at stake, cooperate with Centre: SC to Delhi govt
“Politics is for the time of elections, but now the citizens’ lives are at stake,” a Supreme Court…
Supreme Court Asks UP Govt To Submit Medical Records Of Journalist Siddique Kappan
Kerala Union of Working Journalists (KUWJ) alleged that Kappan has been chained to a cot in the hospital he was admitted to after falling in the bathroom and later testing positive for Covid-19.
Saw hills, even guns in background, says outgoing CJI on virtual hearing
"I hand over the baton to Justice (N.V.) Ramana who, I am certain, will very ably lead the court," he added.
Supreme Court Notice on Plea Questioning Indian Brands of Honey
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday sought response from Centre and states on a plea seeking permanent…
Plea in SC seeks Covid vaccination for 18 yrs and above
New Delhi: A plea has been moved in the Supreme Court seeking direction to provide Covid-19 vaccine to…
SC terms plea for removing 26 verses of Quran as absolutely frivolous, imposes Rs 50K cost
Last month, an FIR was registered in Bareilly against Rizvi for allegedly hurting religious sentiments of Muslims with his petition in the top court.
Coronavirus in SC: 44 staffers positive, judges hear matters virtually from home
New Delhi, April 12 : The surge in cases amid the second wave of Covid-19 has hit the…
Plea on EMAS at airports: SC tells Centre to address it
A bench headed by Chief Justice S.A. Bobde and comprising Justices A.S. Bopanna and V. Ramasubramanian told the…
Roads should not be blocked: Supreme Court
Justice Kaul observed, "We are not concerned, how you resolve this issue, whether politically, administratively or judicially. We have said this before that roads should not be blocked."
SC declines to free Rohingyas but says no deportation without due process
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday declined to release nearly 150-170 Rohingya refugees held in a sub-jail…
Supreme Court stays trial against Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa in ‘illegal’ land denotification case
Pasha had accused the Chief Minister, Nirani and others of allegedly forging the documents to establish the withdrawal of approval of 26 acres of land to him in Devanahalli Industrial Area in Bengaluru Rural in 2011.
Five Lakh cases pending in High Court’s, SC set to recall retired judges
There have been precedents of recalling retired judges to work as SC judges under Article 128 of the Constitution, but that practice went into disuse after 1975. However, no retired HC judge was ever called back for another innings.
SC sets aside NCLAT order reinstating Cyrus Mistry as Tata Sons Chairman
The top court said the value of SP Group shares will depend on the valuation by Tata Sons equities and the court will not determine the fair value.
SC quashes Madhya Pradesh HC ‘Rakhi for Bail’ order
The Supreme Court on Thursday set aside Madhya Pradesh High Court’s order granting bail to a man accused in a molestation case on a condition that he would tie ‘Rakhi’ to the victim
SC to hear on Mar 24 plea against opening of window for sale of electoral bonds
SC agreed to hear on March 24 a fresh plea seeking a direction to Centre to not open any further window for sale of electoral bonds during pendency of a PIL pertaining to funding of political parties
Imran Khan govt incapable of running country, says Pakistan SC
Islamabad/New Delhi, March 16 : Pakistan’s Supreme Court has expressed its displeasure with the Imran Khan government, saying…
Delhi Gymkhana moves SC against NCLAT order appointing administrator
New Delhi, March 10 : The Delhi Gymkhana Club (DGC) has moved the Supreme Court challenging the National…
Nepal SC Reinstates Dissolved Parliament, Annuls Decisions By Incumbent Govt
The court also ordered the government to summon the House session within the next 13 days.
NSEL Crisis: Chidambaram represents ‘Not Fit and Proper’ brokers in SC
After the incriminating report by the EOW Mumbai and the complaint filed by NSEL, the SEBI had found top five NSEL brokers guilty of malpractices in the Rs 5,600 crore NSEL payment default crisis.
Supreme Court flags Centre’s lack of response on Ramesh’s plea against RTI amendment
The Right to Information (Amendment) Act 2 gives power to the government to prescribe tenure, allowances and salary of Information Commissioners, and run contrary to the statement of objects and reasons (SOR) of the RTI Act, 2005, it said.
Supreme Court Directs TSIIC To Refund Rs 165 Cr With Interest To Unitech
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Telangana State Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (TSIIC) to refund Rs…
No suo moto contempt case against Rajdeep Sardesai, clarifies Supreme Court
In September last year, the Attorney General K K Venugopal had declined to give consent to initiate criminal contempt against Sardesai.
Flirting With a Junior Officer is Not Acceptable Conduct for a Judge: Supreme Court
"This phenomenon is ubiquitous. All kinds of allegations come during promotion. We cannot generalise it. In this case, there is (an) allegation," the CJI replied.
Scores of lawyers march to SC to protest ‘atrocities’ on them
"The entire justice system and constitutional democracy will collapse. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that advocates' protection is ensured," Pracha added.
SC says young adults choosing life partners mustn’t succumb to ‘class honour’
“The right to marry a person of choice was held to be integral to Article 21 of the Constitution,” said the top court.
Custodial Torture Leading To Death Of Person Not Acceptable In Civilised Society: SC
Custodial violence which lead to the death of a person is "abhorrent" and “not acceptable in the civilized society”, the Supreme Court on Thursday said, while refusing to compound the offence of two policemen, accused of assaulting a man, who later succumbed to injuries in 1988 in Odisha.
Supreme Court appointed panel on farms laws holds discussions with industry
New Delhi: The expert committee, appointed by the Supreme Court to facilitate discussions on the three farm laws,…
Supreme Court ruling to pay 100% school fee during pandemic shocks parents in Rajasthan
The Rajasthan High Court also announced a similar pattern when a few private school associations approached it in October.
SC directs activist Rehana Fathima not to use social media to hurt religious sentiments
The High Court had observed that use of term having religious sentiments during a cookery show is prima facie likely to hurt Hindus' religious feelings who worship cow as a deity.
Supreme Court says not condoning Republic Day violence
New Delhi, Feb 3 : The Supreme Court on Wednesday cited Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘s statement that law…
SC declines interim relief to AAP MP Sanjay Singh
Aam Aadmi Party leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh on Tuesday did not get immediate relief from…
Remarks against top court ‘growing’ and everybody joining: Supreme Court
Justice Bhushan replied that court agrees with his submission, but this is growing and everyone is dong it now.
SC asks Congress MP to establish if farm laws took away MSP regime
The top court had already stayed the implementation of the three farm laws and set up a committee of agriculture experts to hear the farmers' grievances.
CJI cites Internet shutdown on Jan 26 amid Tablighi Jamaat hearing
"It's as important as providing lathis to policemen…and deploying barricades. It's an important preventive part of the law and order situation," said the Chief Justice, drawing an analogy.
Tandav FIRs: Actors, makers may face arrest as SC declines protection
New Delhi, Jan 27 : Web series ‘Tandav’ actors, makers, including Saif Ali Khan and Ali Abbas Zafar…
Tandav FIRs: SC says freedom of speech not absolute
The bench observed that the right to freedom of speech is not absolute and it is subjected to restrictions.
Beant assassination case: SC gives last chance to govt to decide on Rajoana’s plea
The Supreme Court on Monday gave the Centre two weeks to decide on Balwant S Rajoana’s plea seeking…
SC comes to the rescue of DU law student, gives her shot at career in law
The past two years have been tumultuous for law student Ankita Meena. Amid several legal adversities, she continued…
Centre to SC: Can’t give extra attempt to UPSC aspirants who couldn’t take last chance
The Centre on Friday told the Supreme Court it is not keen on granting an extra attempt to…
Andhra govt petitions SC to defer Panchayat polls
The Andhra Pradesh government has challenged the High Court’s green signal to conduct rural local bodies elections through…
Sandalwood drug case: SC grants bail to Ragini Dwivedi
Ragini was arrested under the NDPS Act by the Crime Branch in Bengaluru and accused of links with…
UP man complains Mirzapur maligns district, SC notice to Amazon Prime
The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notice on plea of a Mirzapur resident complaining against the web series…
Jaishankar raised Mallya’s extradition, UK not giving details: Centre to SC
he Centre on Monday informed the Supreme Court that Vijay Mallya’s extradition has been raised at the highest…
We will not quarrel, but celebrate R-Day: Farmer leader Rakesh Tikait
The farmers protesting against the new Central farm laws have announced a ‘Tractor March’ on Republic Day. On…
SC: Delhi Police to decide whether farmers be allowed in city to protest
The Supreme Court on Monday told the Centre that it is for the Delhi Police to decide whether…
CAIT moves SC against WhatsApp, Facebook
The CAIT will not allow any corporate or conglomerate to enforce its 'obnoxious policies and sinister designs' to make profit in an unethical manner by firing from the shoulder of the people of India, added its petition.
Supreme Court to take up pleas connected to farm laws on Jan 18
The Supreme Court is likely to hear on Monday the pleas challenging the three farm laws and also the pleas seeking the removal of farmers camping at various Delhi borders.
Won’t go to SC-appointed committee, talks with govt to continue: Tikait
Harpal Singh Sangha, Azad Kissan Committee, told reporters, "Not even a single issue was resolved in today's talk as well. The Centre said it will talk about MSP later on."
Congress questions ‘impartiality’ of members on panel formed by Supreme Court
“The stay order on the farm laws is a tight legal slap on the BJP’s dictatorial law- making and imposing mechanism,” he said.
Union Leder welcomes SC order, but says farmer protests will continue
Tikait’s remarks came soon after the Supreme Court stayed the implementation of three farm laws and formed a committee comprising mostly agriculturists to hear the grievances of the farmer unions against the laws.
SC stays implementation of farms law until further orders, 4-Member Committee to be constituted
In the hearing on Tuesday, the Supreme Court has stayed the implementation of Agrarian laws while paving way for the constitution of a committee to resolve the matter.
PM Modi should apologise to farmers, says Opposition
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar, meanwhile, met Left leaders Sitaram Yechury and D Raja in New Delhi to discuss the Supreme Court observations.
Disruption of Republic Day Parade will be huge embarrassment: Centre to Supreme Court
“The 26th January Republic Day ceremony is not an isolated standalone ceremony, rather a grand rehearsal takes place on 23rd January where everything which is to happen on 26th January of each year is rehearsed,” added the affidavit.
SC worries for health of elderly, children, women in protest, urges them to go back home
Senior advocate H.S. Phoolka, representing farmer unions, said the farmers want to protest at Ramlila Maidan. “Why can’t they be allowed to go there?” he said.
Centre says farm laws from two decades of deliberations, no repeal
“The Central government has done its best to engage with the farmers to remove any misapprehensions or misgivings in the minds of the farmers and no efforts have been found lacking,” said the affidavit filed by Agriculture and Farmer Welfare Secretary.
Farmers won’t appear in the committee formed by SC, say unions
“The Supreme Court was requested by our lawyers as also by other lawyers including Harish Salve to fix the hearing again tomorrow to enable them to consult the organisations and seek their consent to the suggestion of the court,” it added.
SC should stay operations of 3 farm laws, and hear constitutionality: Tewari
Earlier in the day, while hearing the petition, Chief Justice said, “We will stay implementation if the Centre doesn’t do it.”
Supreme Court ‘disappointed’ with govt’s handling of farmer protests, says hold farm laws or we will
The Monday hearing in the Supreme Court assumes significance as the Centre and the farmer leaders are scheduled to hold their next meeting on January 15.
Will move Supreme Court against ‘love jihad’ law: Poonawalla
“Despite assurances of NO PROTEST. The ACP himself is present who is threatening to detain us! Is this democracy?” he asked.
After Airtel, Vodafone Idea moves SC over DOT’s assessment errors
Vodafone Idea’s total AGR dues as per DoT stood at Rs 58,254 crore, while the dues according to the company stood at Rs 21,533 crore.
SC seeks Centre’s reply on plea for appointment in SC/ST panels
The Annual report of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes has not been published for the years 2018-19 and 2019-20, as of yet.
Jamiat cites arbitrary appointment to NCMEI, SC notice to Centre
The NCMEIs consists a Chairperson and three members to be nominated by the Centre.
‘Uttar Pradesh inter-faith marriage ordinance tool to demonise Muslim youth’
The plea said the Ordinance is unconstitutional being violative of Articles 14, 21 and 25 of the Constitution.
Central Vista: Case of misplaced priorities, says Congress
"We are living in strange times. No relief for the migrant labour, no Justice for India's farmers fighting for their rights in bitter cold, pouring rain, tear gas and braving lathis. As we approach 'Ganatantra Diwas' need to reflect on state of Republic."
SC upholds environmental clearance, government notification on Central Vista project
He, however, disagreed with the judgment on change of land use and on grant of environmental clearance for the project.
SC verdict on Tuesday on pleas challenging Central Vista project
On December 10, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had laid the foundation stone for the new Parliament building. The construction is expected to be completed by 2022 at an estimated cost of Rs 971 crore and the common Central Secretariat is likely to be built by 2024.
Top 10 crucial judgments by Supreme Court in the year of the pandemic
The Supreme Court departed from its history and attempted to mainstream technology, since March 23 the court hearings moved online.
Assets’ transfer case: SC stays criminal proceedings against Premji
The plea added that the trial court order dated January 27 to take cognisance and issue summonses was passed without judicial application of mind.
Republic TV parent company challenges ‘colonial law’, SC says go to HC
Declining to entertain the plea, the bench told him why hadn’t he gone to the Bombay High Court as Bhatnagar insisted that the top court should hear the matter.
SC to pass order tomorrow on issuing contempt notice to comedian Kunal Kamra
The Supreme Court on Thursday reserved its order on contempt petitions filed against comedian Kunal Kamra.
Supreme Court dismisses UP govt appeal against Allahabad HC order on Kafeel Khan
After severely indicting the state government for booking Dr Kafeel Khan under the National Security Act, the Allahabad high court had in September quashed his detention order.
Farmers Have Right To Protest, But Can’t Block Roads: Supreme Court
New Delhi: The farmers’ protest must continue and Delhi cannot be blocked, the Supreme Court said today while…
Jaishankar defends his Rajya Sabha election, SC to hear case in Jan
After a brief hearing in the matter on Monday, a bench headed by Chief Justice S.A. Bobde adjourned the case for detailed hearing in the third week of January 2021.
Farmers’ association moves SC, says new laws will make farmers vulnerable to corporate greed
The apex court had decided to hear pleas of RJD MP Manoj Jha and DMK Rajya Sabha MP Tiruchi Siva, and one by Rakesh Vaishnav of Chhattisgarh Kisan Congress against the three farm laws.
SC terms Republic TV plea seeking various reliefs ‘ambitious’
New Delhi, Dec 7: The Supreme Court on Monday terming the prayers of Republic TV “ambitious” declined to…
Supreme Court grants anticipatory bail to former Punjab DGP Saini in murder case
Bench asks him to surrender his passport, co-operate with probe and not to influence witnesses in the case
State must discard colonial notion of being sovereign: SC
New Delhi, Dec 1 : The Supreme Court said on Tuesday that the state must discard the colonial…
Arnab Goswami’s interim bail in abetment-to-suicide case will continue till Bombay HC disposes his plea: SC
His interim bail will be operative for another 4 weeks from day HC decides his plea in case: SC
Supreme Court Dismisses Ex-BSF Jawan’s Plea Challenging PM Narendra Modi’s Election From Varanasi
The Supreme Court of India rejects sacked BSF jawan's plea against rejection of his nomination to contest 2019 Lok Sabha Polls against PM Modi from Varanasi
‘Situation going out of control’: SC seeks Covid report from Delhi, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Assam
A bench headed by Justice Ashok Bhushan said the infections in these states are "going out of control" and asked them to submit a status report within two days.
SC objects to ‘unfair reporting’, allows journalist Siddique Kappan to meet his lawyers
Kappan, who works with Malayalam news website Azhimukham, and three others were arrested on October 5 in Mathura while on his way to Hathras.
SC does away with 10 year travel restriction on 9 foreigner Tablighi Jamaat members
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has modified a Karnataka High Court order which imposed restrictions on nine Tablighi…
SC permits Uttar Pradesh Government to fill up 69K Shiksha Mitra posts
The petitioners pointed out that the qualifying marks for the same exam were 40 to 45 in the previous year, and if marks were to increase, then it should have been done prior to the exam.
UPSC Jihad show not in ‘good taste, offensive’: Centre to SC
The top court had on September 15 passed on order injuncting the remaining episodes of the TV show, and the stay continues to remain in operation. Four episodes of the planned 10 episodes have been broadcast so far.
SC issues notice on pleas challenging Jaishankar’s election to Rajya Sabha
Earlier, the top court had observed that it may pass an order in connection with the powers of the EC on the issuance of separate notifications for holding bypolls for regular and casual elections to fill vacancies in the Rajya Sabha.
Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari moves SC, seeks stay on contempt proceedings against him
The high court had pronounced all government orders since 2001, which provided housing and other facilities to former chief ministers, as illegal.
Supreme Court permits sale, bursting of crackers in Telangana
The bench also issued notice to advocate P. Indra Prakash and others on whose plea the High Court passed the order. The bench will conduct further hearing on the matter on November 16.
During Arnab hearing, Kapil Sibal points out Siddique Kappan’s ordeal
Siddique Kappan has been in jail for over a month now, and his wife and lawyers say they have not been given the permission to meet him.
“Selective Listing”: Supreme Court Bar Association Chief On Arnab Goswami Bail Plea
New Delhi: Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) president Dushyant Dave on Tuesday wrote a letter to secretary general…
SC favours crackers ban, says preserving life most important
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday said there cannot be anything more important than preservation of life…
Stalin may not contest polls for 6 yrs if SC decision goes against him: TN CM
Chennai, Nov 12: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K. Palaniswami said on Wednesday that a question mark hangs over…
Supreme Court Orders Arnab Goswami’s Release on Interim Bail
“If this court were not to interfere today, we are travelling on a path of destruction of personal liberty undeniably," the bench had said.
Move HC, says SC to Delhi govt plea for more ICU Covid beds
The Delhi government’s plea stressing the urgent need for keeping more ICU beds for Covid patients in view…
All insults against SC/STs can’t be termed as offence under SC/ST Act: Supreme Court
The top court said that it is essential to establish that there is an intention to humiliate the victim because he belongs to such a caste.
Centre says Central Vista project saves money, not wastes it; SC reserves verdict
The top court has so far, thrice, refused to stay the project but made it clear that the validity of step taken will be subject to the outcome of the challenge to the project.
Andhra govt seeks revival of SIT probe in Amaravati land case, SC issues notice
The bench asked Dave if the Jagan Mohan Reddy government has decided to review all decisions of the previous TDP government. Dave replied, "Not at all, only those cases where gross irregularities were found."
Kapil Sibal to SC: delay in hearing MLAs disqualification cases make them infructuous, cites MP bypolls
The plea had cited top court ruling in Manipur case, that the Speaker should decide the disqualification proceedings within a period of three months.
Delhi riots: Set aside trial court order asking for ‘voluminous’ physical charge sheet, police urge HC
The Delhi High Court was on Wednesday requested by the Delhi Police to set aside an order of…