Arun Goel’s Election Commission appointment challenged; Justice KM Joseph recuses from case
The Supreme Court bench comprising Justice KM Joseph and Justice BV Nagarathna listened to the petitioner’s attorney, advocate Prashant Bhushan,…
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Supreme Court Slams Mumbai Metro’s Tree-Felling Bid in Aarey
The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) faced strong condemnation from the Supreme Court for requesting permission to cut down…
Supreme Court Recommends Uniform Format for Judgments and Orders, Paragraph Numbering
The Supreme Court has directed all High Courts and tribunals across India to use a uniform format and number all…
Supreme Court Slams Karnataka Government for Scrapping Muslim Quota Based on Faulty Assumptions
During the hearing, the Supreme Court raised doubts about the justification behind the Karnataka government’s move to abolish the 4%…
Plea for reservation to Christian, Muslim Dalit converts: Supreme Court emphasizes constitutional concerns
Justice Amanullah explained during the hearing that the Christian and Muslim Dalit communities were seeking protection through reservation due to…
Supreme Court confirms dismissal of Civil judge for rendering verdicts without reasoned judgments and blaming stenographer
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that a judge cannot pronounce the conclusion of a judgment in open court…
74-year-old lawyer accused of abetting suicide granted bail by Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has granted bail to a 74-year-old lawyer who was accused of aiding in a suicide. The court’s…
Centre assures Supreme Court of new data protection law during monsoon session amidst WhatsApp privacy policy concerns
Despite the objections raised by the petitioners, the Bench has decided to defer the hearing until the new Bill is…
Supreme Court to Examine if Non-Signatory to Cheque Can Be Prosecuted under Section 138 of NI Act
In a recent development, a petition was filed to challenge the proceedings for cheque dishonour against a joint account holder…
Breaking Barriers: Delhi Child Rights Body Supports Legalisation of Same-Sex Marriages
The Delhi Commission for the Protection of Child Rights (DCPCR) has not only requested the legalisation of same-sex marriages but…
MediaOne Verdict: Supreme Court Protects Press Freedom and Upholds Journalistic Responsibility
The Intelligence Bureau drew the conclusion that MediaOne had an anti-establishment stance based on its programming and commentary regarding the…
BJP’s Prashant Patel Umrao battles legal challenges over alleged attack on Bihari migrant workers
On Wednesday, Prashant Patel Umrao, a BJP spokesperson and lawyer from Uttar Pradesh, filed a petition with the Supreme Court…
Landmark MediaOne case: Supreme Court rules sealed covers breach right to fair trial
The bench, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, noted that there are no guidelines for courts to accept sealed documents.…
Jamiat-Ulama-I-Hind Claims Same-Sex Marriage is a Threat to Family Structure
The Jamiat-Ulama-I-Hind, an Islamic religious organization, has opposed pro-LGBTQIA+ movements and the Supreme Court petitions aimed at legalizing same-sex marriages…
Only officers with the rank of Inspector or higher are authorised to conduct searches and seize illegal gas cylinders: The Supreme Court
According to the relevant rules, only a person of Inspector rank or higher can conduct exercises such as search and…
Supreme Court hears Karnataka Lokayukta appeal against BJP MLA Madal Virupakshappa’s anticipatory bail.
In an appeal lodged by the Karnataka Lokayukta against the provisional anticipatory bail that was granted to Madal Virupakshappa in…
After 18 years, the Supreme Court acquitted a man convicted by a lower court for receiving a bribe of 300 rupees.
The Supreme Court acquitted a man accused of accepting a bribe of 300 rupees, 18 years after he was convicted…
Citizens cannot claim the right to petition Parliament directly to discuss significant issues: Supreme Court.
The Supreme Court dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a declaration that citizens have a fundamental right to directly…
“Unimaginable; mockery of court proceedings”: Supreme Court on lawyer seeking plea withdrawal during judgement.
Supreme Court of India expressed concern about a counsel seeking to withdraw a petition as the top court The was delivering…
Membership in an unlawful association is sufficient to constitute an offence under UAPA: Supreme Court upholds Section 10(a) (i)
The Court overruled its previous decision from 2011, in which it held that mere membership in a prohibited organisation under…