Supreme Court warns M.P. govt. of paramilitary deployment to rein in Chambal sand miners
The top court directed the installation of CCTV cameras, GPS tracking along the routes; matter posted for May 11
Illegal sand mining has created environmental crisis in National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary: SC
The Supreme Court has declared rampant illegal sand mining in the National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary an environmental cr
TCS Nashik Case News: Allegations of religious coercion and exploitation at a TCS Nashik workplace have reached the Supr
The petition filed by advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay contended that deceitful religious conversion is not only a seriou
SC turns down Anil Ambani plea against 'fraud' tag
The Supreme Court has rejected Anil Ambani's appeal. He challenged banks classifying his loan accounts as fraudulent. Th
SC dismisses contempt plea on asset disclosure
The Supreme Court has dismissed a contempt plea against the central government. The plea alleged the government failed t
Voters cleared by tribunals up to 2 days before polls can vote: SC
The Supreme Court has ruled that voters in West Bengal cleared by appellate tribunals at least two days before polling w
The order by a Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant spelt a huge reprieve for citizens whose right to vote
The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea challenging the Election Commission of India's orders to transfer senior police o
Supreme Courts intervention offers fresh hope to excluded electors for West Bengal Assembly polls
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee urged all deleted voters to apply to the tribunals and assured them that they will get th
On the Sabarimala temple entry case
As a Supreme Court Bench examines the broader implications of its 2018 Sabarimala ruling, the case prompts a look into t
A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant directed the State government to accept a representation challenging
Watch: Delimitation row erupts in Parliament: What happened? | Above the Fold | 16.04.2026
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Pawan Khera Appeals to Supreme Court to Lift Stay on Transit Bail
New Delhi, April 16: Congress leader Pawan Khera has once again approached the Supreme Court amid fears of his arrest. H
Top Court Allows Last-Minute Inclusion Of 'Cleared' Voters In Bengal Rolls
If the appeals are adjudicated by April 21 for the first phase and April 27 for the second phase then a supplementary re
Woman Backs Out Of Divorce Settlement, Irked Top Court Dissolves Marriage
A woman who negotiated a divorce settlement and then changed her mind about the divorce, had her marriage dissolved by a
SC asks UP to consider plea flagging risk of tetrapack liquor in educational campuses
Supreme Court urges Uttar Pradesh to review tetrapack liquor sales due to potential risks in educational institutions.
New Petition Filed in Supreme Court Over Illegal Conversion Network in Nashik
New Delhi, April 16: A new petition has been filed in the Supreme Court regarding a significant revelation of an illegal
Supreme Court upholds detention of actor Ranya Rao in gold smuggling case
The case involves the seizure of over 14 kg of gold at Bengaluru airport and has drawn significant public attention
CM Mamata Banerjee hails SC relief on supplementary voter list ahead of Bengal polls
The Supreme Court has intervened to ensure eligible voters are not disenfranchised in the West Bengal assembly elections
Supreme Court Clarifies Voting Rights Amid Bengals Special Intensive Review
New Delhi, April 16: The Supreme Court has clarified that individuals excluded from the revised voter list during the Sp
Will move SC against delimitation bill, if passed in Parliament: DMK
Chennai: The DMK on Thursday said that it will move the Supreme Court against the delimitation bill, if it is passed in
SC notice to Centre on PIL against Muslim personal law sections being 'discriminatory' against women
New Delhi, Apr 16: The Supreme Court on Thursday sought the Centre's response on a PIL challenging the constitutional va
Nashik TCS case: Plea in SC to declare forced religious conversion as terrorist act
New Delhi: A plea was filed in the Supreme Court on Thursday in the aftermath of allegations of religious conversion and
Supreme Court permits voting for West Bengal residents cleared shortly before poll day
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that voters in West Bengal reinstated to the electoral rolls by appellate tribunals
The petition challenges the ECIs decision to transfer wholesale 63 IPS officers and 16 senior bureaucrats, including the
SC refuses to entertain plea of Army veterans against current pay-fixation rules
The Supreme Court declined to hear a plea from ex-servicemen challenging pay-fixation rules that penalize veterans joini
Supreme Court Denies Relief to Anil Ambani in Reliance Communications Loan Fraud Case
New Delhi, April 16: The Supreme Court on Thursday declined to intervene in the Bombay High Courts order that revoked in
Supreme Court Rejects Petition for Womens Reservation in Judiciary
New Delhi, April 16: The Supreme Court has declined to hear a petition seeking 50% reservation for women in the judiciar
Public perception of judicial independence tied to verdicts in big cases: Justice Rajesh Bindal
Retiring Supreme Court judge Rajesh Bindal has observed that although judges decided cases strictly according to law, pu
Supreme Court denies relief to Anil Ambani in bank fraud classification case
The Supreme Court of India has declined to grant relief to industrialist Anil Ambani in a case challenging the classific
Supreme Court dismisses plea challenging transfer of officers by EC in poll-bound West Bengal
The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea challenging the Election Commission's transfer of administrative and police offic
West Bengal elections: Supreme Court upholds ECI decision to transfer senior officers
The Supreme Court on Thursday declined to interfere with the Election Commission of India (ECI)s decision to transfer se
Supreme Court questions limits of judicial scrutiny under Article 25
The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether religious practices, like the nudity of Digambar Jain sadhus, can be banned
A Bench headed by CJI Surya Kant did not intervene against the Division Bench decision to set aside a Single Judge order
Voters cannot be punished for not wanting to vote: Supreme Court
Awareness about the right to vote, and not compulsion, is the right antidote, says Supreme Court
SC Rejects Pleas Of Anil Ambani Challenging Bombay High Court Order
NEW DELHI, Apr 16: The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed the pleas of industrialist Anil Ambani challenging the Bombay
Supreme Court refuses to entertain plea seeking guidelines for display of Ashoka Chakra
The petitioner showed a picture of the Ashoka Chakra installed at a roundabout in Varanasi, but the Bench refused to ent
Liquor in tetra pack: Supreme Court sends petitioner to state authority
The Supreme Court has declined to directly examine a plea raising concerns over the sale of liquor in tetra pack packagi
A recent Supreme Court verdict has dashed the hopes of Telangana and Andhra
In 2025 verdict, Supreme Court had warned of delimitation destabilising uniform electoral framework
The Supreme Court has consistently held that though judicial review of delimitation was limited, the court could interve
Wetland lies in waiting: Why Ramsar tag eludes Dhanauri
Dhanauri, a haven for nearly 217 bird species including the sarus crane, meets criteria for international wetland status
India's Trade Gap Shrinks As Rise In Exports To US Offsets Iran War Hit
Exports to the US rose 17.4 per cent month-on-month to $8.02 billion, supported by a cut in tariffs to 10 per cent after
SC stays Telangana HC`s anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera
The Supreme Court on Wednesday stayed a Telangana High Court order that had granted Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera a
Most tariff refunds facing denial if importers dont opt in
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Can't Hollow Out Religion In Name Of Reforms: Supreme Court In Sabarimala Case
Chief Justice Surya Kant remarked that perhaps the most difficult task for the court is facing is how to declare that th
Activists Urge CM Revanth To Oppose Transgender Act
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'Difficult to declare millions of beliefs wrong': SC hears PIL limits in Sabarimala case debate
The Supreme Court is examining the permissibility of public interest litigations concerning religious practices. A nine-
Supreme Court Addresses Complexities of Religious Beliefs in Sabarmala Review Case
New Delhi, April 15: The Supreme Court of India stated on Wednesday that one of the most challenging tasks for a constit
Pawan Khera case: Supreme Court stays Telangana HC transit bail order
The Supreme Court has stayed the Telangana High Courts order granting transit anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan
A nine-judge Constitution Bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant was told by the TDB that the beliefs and practices of
BJP Sharpens Attack on Pawan Khera after SC stays Telangana HC Relief
BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla said Khera has received a strong setback from the Supreme Court and alleged
CJI Surya Kant hails achievements of outgoing Supreme Court judge Rajesh Bindal
Justice Bindal was elevated to the top court on February 13, 2023, and demitting office on April 15, 2026, with over thr
Indian Delegation To Visit Washington Next Week For US Trade Talks
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CJI Surya Kant hails achievements of outgoing SC judge Rajesh Bindal
New Delhi, Apr 15: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Wednesday hailed the achievements of outgoing Supreme Court judg
Courts can't sit in judgement in matters of religious belief of denomination: TDB to Supreme Court
The Travancore Devaswom Board told the Supreme Court of India that courts cannot judge religious beliefs, which must be
SC stays interim relief to Pawan Khera, issues notice on Assam govt plea
New Delhi: In a setback to Congress leader Pawan Khera, the Supreme Court on Wednesday, April 15, stayed the Telangana H
Supreme Court Stays Bail Relief to Pawan Khera
New Delhi, April 15 (Udaipur Kiran): The Supreme Court on Wednesday stayed the Telangana High Courts order granting tran
Supreme Court stays Telangana HC order granting transit anticipatory bail to Pawan Khera
The case arises from a press conference addressed by Mr. Khera on April 4, 2026, in which he alleged that the Assam Chie
Setback For Pawan Khera, Supreme Court Stays Telangana High Court's Transit Bail Order
According to the Supreme Court bail order, Pawan Khera has to approach the competent jurisdictional Court in Assam and s
Supreme Court to Hear Assam Governments Petition Against Relief Granted to Pawan Khera
New Delhi, April 15: The Supreme Court will hear the Assam governments petition on Wednesday, challenging the interim re
Trumps tariff rates could be restored by July, says US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
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HCs senior advocate designations under Supreme Court lens as plea alleges bias
SCOTUS Chiles Decision Strikes a Blow Against Homo/Trans Lobby and for Freedom
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SC collegium recommends names of two women advocates as judges of Kerala HC
The Supreme Court collegium has recommended two women advocates for the Kerala High Court. Three judicial officers were
Does the term morality in Articles 25 and 26 mean public morality? We decode the Unions submissions last week that chall
Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Three Judicial Officers for Karnataka High Court Judgeship
New Delhi, April 14: The Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, has recommended the appointment
CBI Launches Major Operation Against Builders and Financial Institutions Across 8 States
New Delhi, April 14: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has initiated a significant operation targeting alleged c
Supreme Court to Hear Assam Governments Plea Against Pawan Kheras Interim Relief
New Delhi, April 14: The Supreme Court will hear a plea from the Assam government on Wednesday, challenging the interim
SC to hear on April 15 plea of Assam govt against anticipatory bail to Cong leader Pawan Khera
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Wednesday a plea filed by the Assam government challenging the Telangana High
Upholding Constitutional Values Greatest Tribute To Dr Ambedkar: CJI Surya Kant
NEW DELHI, Apr 14: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and other Supreme Court judges paid tributes to Dr B R Ambedkar on
CBI Conducts Raids at 77 Locations in Builder-Financial Institution Collusion Case
New Delhi, April 14: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched a significant operation based on directives
Why nursing homes worry about Trumps push to deport Haitians
Lower courts blocked the effort to send home Haitian immigrants, part of an already shrinking workforce in nursing homes
Builders-Financial Institutions Nexus Case: CBI Searches In Eight States
New Delhi, Apr 14: The CBI on Tuesday conducted searches at 77 locations in eight states in connection with builders-fin
SC notice to Centre, EC on biometric system at Polling Stns
NEW DELHI, Apr 13: The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre, Election Commission and others on a ple
Wife reneges on divorce consent, SC steps in to end marriage
The Supreme Court dissolved a marriage and quashed a domestic violence case, citing misuse of court proceedings in a mat
SC refuses to junk land-for-rail jobs FIR against Lalu
The Supreme Court has refused to quash the FIR against Lalu Prasad in the land-for-jobs case. However, the court granted
Supreme Court expresses shock at the impunity of Chambal sand miners
The Bench further suggested that a GPS system could be installed in heavy earth-moving machines in the area to keep a tr
Onus on Supreme Court to protect faith in democracy
In West Bengal, during the SIR of electoral rolls, ECI devised hurdles that many found impossible to cross and created a
SC wants govt response to PIL seeking hike in MSP for grains
The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre and states on a PIL demanding a higher Minimum Support Price (MSP
Supreme court seeks views on MSP PIL
The Supreme Court is examining a petition demanding minimum support prices for crops be set using a weighted average cos
Can't let those with appeals pending to vote: Apex Court
The Supreme Court has ruled that individuals with pending appeals against their exclusion from the voter list cannot par
A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant considers the financial implications of implementing such a mechanis
Wife reneges promise of consent divorce, SC invokes Article 142 to grant divorce
The Supreme Court dissolved a marriage and quashed a domestic violence case. A woman broke a divorce settlement after re
Assam Government Challenges Interim Relief Granted to Congress Leader Pawan Khera in Supreme Court
New Delhi, April 13: The Assam government has approached the Supreme Court against the interim relief granted to Congres
SC seeks Centres response on plea over MSP linked to cost of cultivation
The Supreme Court is currently reviewing an appeal aimed at elevating the significance of state-led assessments of farmi
The Supreme Court referred Teesta Setalvad's passport plea to a three-judge bench, while Akhilesh Yadav blamed BJP polic
To be on electoral roll, to vote is a sentimental right, says Supreme Court
The act of voting is the biggest expression of nationality and patriotism, the EC departed from promise to leave voters
No Supreme Court Relief For Bengal Voters Deleted In SIR Process
SIR Hearing In Supreme Court, West Bengal Elections: No Supreme Court Relief For Bengal Voters Deleted In SIR Process
Judicial officers' gherao: NIA arrests Congress leaders, releases party nominee after questioning
The National Investigation Agency has arrested two Congress leaders in Malda. The arrests are linked to the gherao of ju
Supreme Court refers Teesta Setalvad's plea for release of passport to 3-judge bench
The Supreme Court has sent activist Teesta Setalvad's plea for her passport release to a three-judge bench. Her passport
Supreme Court Seeks Centre, States Reply On RTE Implementation Plea
We are issuing notices. We would like to examine the issue, the CJI said.
SC notice to Centre, EC on finger, iris verification at polling booths
The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre, the Election Commission, and others on a plea proposing th
Banke Bihari temple timings: SC makes important announcement about darshan
The Supreme Court has decided against immediate changes to religious practices at the Bankey Bihari Temple, deferring a
Congress stands with Pawan Khera, we will not be intimidated: Rahul
Assam government has moved the Supreme Court challenging the transit anticipatory bail to Pawan Khera
Ranchi, April 13: In line with Supreme Court directives, the Jharkhand High Court has issued significant instructions re
Supreme Court refuses to quash CBI FIR against Lalu Yadav in land for jobs case
The Supreme Court of India refused to quash the CBI FIR against Lalu Prasad Yadav in the land-for-jobs case but granted
SC refuses to entertain plea against deletion of names from Bengal voter list
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday, April 13, declined to entertain a plea by a group of 13 people seeking its inter
Supreme Court refuses to quash CBI FIR against Lalu Prasad Yadav in land-for-jobs case
However, the court granted him exemption from appearing before the trial court
Supreme Court Issues Notice on Biometric Voter Verification in Elections
New Delhi, April 13: The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the central government, the Election Commission of India (
Assam government moves Supreme Court against transit bail granted to Pawan Khera
The Assam government has approached the Supreme Court challenging a Telangana High Court order granting transit anticipa
Supreme Court flags margin of error in Bengal SIR, refuses to intervene
The Supreme Court expressed serious concerns regarding West Bengal's electoral roll revision, emphasizing the need for a
Umar Khalid files review petition against Supreme Court order denying bail
New Delhi: Jailed activist Umar Khalid, on Monday, April 13, filed a review petition challenging the Supreme Courts ruli
Supreme Court agrees to hear plea challenging validity of Rajasthans anti-conversion law
The Bench tagged the plea with separate pending petitions challenging the validity of the 2025 Act
Assam govt moves SC against anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera
New Delhi: The Assam government has moved the Supreme Court against the Telangana High Court order granting one-week tra
SC agrees to hear plea challenging validity of Rajasthans anti-conversion law
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday, April 13, agreed to hear a plea challenging the validity of the Rajasthan Prohib
Supreme Court Demands Government Response on MSP Pricing for Farmers
New Delhi, April 13: The Supreme Court has conducted a significant hearing regarding a petition on Minimum Support Price
Supreme Court Delays Hearing on Banke Bihari Temple Management Case by Two Weeks
New Delhi, April 13: The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing regarding the management of the renowned Banke Bihari T
Assam moves Supreme Court against Telangana HC relief to Congress leader Pawan Khera
The Assam Police had challenged the jurisdiction of the High Court to entertain the petition, saying the case was regist
The Supreme Court has asked the Centre to respond to a petition. The petition challenges parts of the Digital Personal D
Supreme Court agrees to hear plea challenging validity of Rajasthan's anti-conversion law
The Supreme Court will hear a plea challenging the Rajasthan Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2025. T
Supreme Court seeks responses from Centre, others on on plea concerning MSP
The plea has sought direction to the authorities to ensure complete procurement of all notified crops under the MSP calc
SC notice to Centre, EC on plea to implement finger, iris biometric system at polling stations
The Supreme Court will examine a plea for biometric identification at polling stations. This system aims to prevent dupl
Needs to be examined: Supreme Court seeks Centre, ECI response on biometric voting plea
The Supreme Court is reviewing a proposal to implement fingerprint and iris scans at polling stations to combat voter fr
The Chief Justice of India said, We are issuing notices. We would like to examine the issue.
Assam Government Challenges Telangana High Court Ruling on Pawan Khera in Supreme Court
New Delhi, April 13: Congress leader Pawan Khera is facing increased legal challenges as the Assam government has approa
Assam Govt Moves Supreme Court Against Bail to Pawan Khera
Challenges Telangana High Courts pre-arrest relief in case registered in Assam
Supreme Court Denies Relief to Lalu Prasad Yadav in Land-for-Job Scam Case
New Delhi, April 13: Former Railway Minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Lalu Prasad Yadav faces increasing legal ch
The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Centre, all states, and Union Territories. This follows a Public Interest Li
SC refuses to quash CBI FIR, chargesheet against Lalu Prasad Yadav in land-for-jobs case
The Supreme Court has refused to quash the CBI FIR in the land-for-jobs case against Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family. W
Umar Khalid Files Review Petition Against Supreme Courts Bail Denial in Delhi Riots Case
New Delhi, April 13: Umar Khalid, an accused in the Delhi riots case, has filed a review petition in the Supreme Court r
Packed campaign schedule for Amit Shah today; five rallies, roadshow in WB
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will lead five campaign events and a roadshow in West Bengal as parties intensify outreach
Congress moves Supreme Court against cancellation of Ponda Assembly bypoll in Goa
The Bombay High Courts Goa bench quashed the ECIs notification for bypoll in Ponda, citing violation of the Representati
12-crore stock scam: Supreme Court AOR warns of rising fraud tactics; 5 tips to stay safe
A 12 crore stock scam exposes the rising cyber-fraud risks in the country, as a Supreme Court AOR warns that awareness r
Those hit by SIR deletions may see their other rights diluted: Prashant Bhushan
Concerns are rising over the removal of nearly 91 lakh voters from West Bengal's electoral rolls. Prominent figures like
Supreme Court to Hear Petition for Immediate Implementation of Womens Reservation Bill
New Delhi, April 13: Ahead of the upcoming special session of Parliament, the Supreme Court is set to hear a petition on
SC to hear plea seeking immediate implementation of Women Reservation Bill today
New Delhi: Ahead of the upcoming special session of Parliament, the Supreme Court is slated to hear, on Monday, a plea s
State bound to bear medical expenses of employees: CAT Srinagar
The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) in Srinagar has directed authorities to reconsider a medical reimbursement cla
4 days after Bengal roll freeze, tribunals to start hearings today
Kolkata's 19 appellate tribunals will commence hearing elector inclusion/exclusion appeals on Monday, following the free
West Bengal polls: NIA detains Congress nominee, 3 others over Malda unrest
The NIA has detained Congress candidate Sayem Choudhury and gram panchayat member Golam Rabbani for questioning. The det
Supreme Court to Hear Petition Demanding Immediate Implementation of Womens Reservation Bill
New Delhi, April 12: The Supreme Court is set to hear a petition on Monday demanding the immediate implementation of 33%
Is the Supreme Court Asking the Right Questions About FGM?
'Hundreds of girls have been cut because the practice continues, unabated, said FGM-survivor Masooma Ranalvi.
Trump ballroom renovation allowed to proceed, for now
A US appeals court has allowed President Donald Trump to temporarily continue work on a $400 million White House ballroo
Wetlands vanishing in J&K, EPG warns of ecological crisis
Srinagar, Apr 11: The Environmental Policy Group (EPG) has raised serious concerns over the rapid shrinking and disappea
Appointed as per INC eligibility criteria, employee cant claim retirement under UGC Regulations: CAT
Srinagar, Apr 11: The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) in Srinagar has ruled that an employee appointed as per the
Activists condemn Amit Shahs remarks against Salwa Judum verdict
Hyderabad: Peoples organisations and activists in Telangana strongly condemned Union Home Minister Amit Shahs remarks in
Right to vote, right to contest not fundamental rights: Supreme Court
New Delhi:The Supreme Court on Friday, April 10, reiterated that neither the right to vote nor the right to contest an e
The Supreme Court refused to grant divorce to a 54-year-old man paying Rs 15,000 monthly maintenance, suggesting he prop
The petitioner, C. Geetha, said her name had been a mainstay in the States electoral roll over the years; she was even i
SC blasts Ghaziabad police over probe in 4-year-olds rape-murder
PTI New Delhi The Supreme Court on Friday lambasted Ghaziabad polices insensitive approach in the investigation of the r
Supreme Court of India seeks replies on 28% IGST plea on phone batteries
The Supreme Court is examining a customs department appeal. It seeks higher taxes on imported lithium-ion batteries for
Hearing in Supreme Court on Monday, Noida girls team also out of basketball event
Earlier, UPBA barred the 12-member U-19 boys team from participating in the championship held in Pratapgarh from April 5
Supreme Court steps in after transwoman teacher seeks work
As an interim relief, Supreme Court revives a January 2023 direction of a single-judge Bench of the Delhi High Court all
The petitioner, C. Geetha, said her name had been a mainstay in the States electoral roll over the years; she was even i
School Assembly News Headlines (April 11): Top National, World, Sports, Education News
School Assembly News: Learn about the ongoing global events, breakthroughs in education, and Supreme Court's take on wel
SC sets aside Patna HC orders suspending sentences of 2 in murder case
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday, April 10, said parameters governing suspension of sentence post-conviction are q
State can't differentiate between serving employees and pensioners on DA: SC
The Supreme Court has ruled that governments cannot offer different rates for inflation allowances to serving employees
Supreme Court refuses to entertain bail plea of suspended Punjab Police DIG in corruption case
While dismissing his bail plea, the high court had granted him liberty to apply for bail afresh before the special court
US trade court weighs legality of Trump 10% global tariff
A U.S. trade court will review a 10% global import tax enacted by the Trump administration. Several states and small bus
Supreme Court to Hear West Bengal Voter List Freeze Controversy on April 13
New Delhi, April 10: The Supreme Court held a significant hearing on the controversy surrounding the freezing of the vot
SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has dismissed a fresh application seeking urgent medical directions
Supreme Court confirms interim bail for journalist Mahesh Langa
Supreme Court of India regularises interim bail in money laundering case linked to GST fraud allegations probed by Direc
Approach authorities instead of rushing to court, Supreme Court tells petitioner who filed 25 PILs
The Supreme Court advised an advocate to approach relevant authorities with his concerns rather than filing numerous Pub
Well-Reasoned, Well-Researched PILs Will Always Be Entertained: Supreme Court
The Chief Justice told a advocate to first raise issues with the concerned authorities and file a PIL in the court only
West Bengal SIR: SC to consider plea against EC's decision to freeze electoral rolls ahead of polls
The Supreme Court will hear a plea on April 13 concerning the freezing of electoral rolls for West Bengal assembly polls
Cash recovery row: Justice Yashwant Varma resigns amid impeachment process; what is the case about
Justice Yashwant Varma has resigned from his post following a cash recovery controversy and impeachment proceedings. All
West Bengal SIR row: NIA registers 12 cases over gherao of judicial officers
The move came following a directive from the Supreme Court
Implement Supreme Court verdict in the TAIT-2022: Congress leader writes to CM
Due to the wrong decision of the State governments education department, about 8000 OBC and other candidates have been e
NEW DELHI, Apr 9 : On the third day of the hearing in the Sabarimala reference, the Centre on Thursday reiterated before
Indian Government Defends Sabarmala Temple Restrictions in Supreme Court
New Delhi, April 10: The Indian government reiterated in the Supreme Court that the restrictions at the Sabarmala Temple
Former Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli and Ex-Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak Released from Jail
Kathmandu, April 10: Former Prime Minister of Nepal, KP Sharma Oli, and ex-Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak were released fro
DC Edit | Lakhs of Indians Failed By EC In Bengal SIR
It calls for the urgent intervention of the President of India, an office mandated to preserve, protect and defend the C
Follow the rituals and practices of a temple or stay out, says Supreme Court
Petitioners say the 2018 verdict, which allowed women of all ages to enter Sabarimala, didnt apply the sampradaya test
Everybody should have access to temples, matha: Apex Court
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has asserted that all individuals deserve the right to enter any temple. Justice
Orissa HC quashes summons against Mukesh Ambani
The court penalises a lawyer for repeatedly filing criminal complaints during his 23-year legal battle from a lower cour
Watch: Sabarimala women entry case: What happened in the Supreme Court?
The Sabarimala case is back in the Supreme Court, and this time, the debate has taken a sharp turn. During Wednesdays he
The Supreme Court expressed concern over sect-based temple restrictions, warning they could harm Hinduism and divide soc
Hinduism will be adversely impacted if temples restrict entry on ground of denominations: SC
The Supreme Court has voiced concerns that restricting temple entry based on religious sects could harm Hinduism and div
The Supreme Court has thrown out a petition seeking the formation of a national task force focused on food safety, citin
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Russia's Supreme Court has declared the Nobel Peace Prize-winning human rights group Memorial an extremist organization.
Exclusion from temple may divide society, impact Hinduism: SC
New Delhi: Everybody must have access to all temples and maths and excluding a denomination will negatively affect Hindu
Supreme Court Petition Calls for Central Forces to Ensure Fair Elections in Bengal
New Delhi, April 9: A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court, demanding immediate directiv
PIL in SC seeks stringent guidelines for issuing Aadhaar cards to adolescents, adults
A Public Interest Litigation filed in the Supreme Court demands new Aadhaar cards be issued only to children under six.
Google, Meta Urged to Remove Defamatory Content Linking Sandesara, Family to Fraud Case
The suit contended that such content continued to remain accessible online despite earlier Supreme Court orders staying
Supreme Court Petition Seeks to Limit Aadhaar Registration to Children Under Six
New Delhi, April 9: Advocate Ashwini Upadhyay has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Supreme Court, request
The National Medical Commission has directed all medical colleges to charge MBBS fees only for the prescribed 4.5 academ
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Former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and ex-Interior Minister Ramesh Lekhak have been released from custody in Nepal. The
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New Delhi, Apr 9: The Supreme Court has voiced grave concern over rising cases of child trafficking, saying gangs are op
The Supreme Court has brought an end to a ten-year matrimonial dispute, annulling the marriage and describing it as a Ma
The National Medical Commission has clarified that medical colleges can only charge MBBS fees for the 4.5-year academic
Bengal SIR: NIA files 12 FIRs over gherao of judicial officers in Malda
New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday, April 8, registered 12 cases to probe a gherao of judic
Logic may not be the right tool to examine faith and belief systems, says Supreme Court
Nine-judge Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant continues hearing on Sabarimala entry issue
Sabarimala PIL was entertained in 2006, but would have been dismissed now: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court expressed concern over the misuse of Public Interest Litigation for personal agendas, suggesting it wo
Academicians appeal to President to intervene in Supreme Court textbook row
By forcefully intervening in what is essentially an educational matter, threatening criminal contempt of court and banis
Bombay HC quashes ECI notification for Goas Ponda bye-election, day before polling
Congress leader and Central Working Committee member Girish Chodankar said the party will file a special leave petition
Can non-devotees of Lord Ayyappa challenge customs of Sabarimala temple: Supreme Court to Centre
Supreme Court is diving into a pivotal discussion about the authority to contest religious customs, as a nine-judge benc
'Not good law': Centre questions adultery, same-sex relationship verdicts in Supreme Court
The government has informed the Supreme Court that landmark rulings decriminalizing adultery and same-sex relationships
A Supreme Court judge has voiced strong disapproval of the practice of barring menstruating women from the Sabarimala te
The Centre has informed the Supreme Court that landmark judgments on adultery and same-sex relationships were based on s
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The Supreme Court of India ruled that using the word astard in a heated exchange does not constitute obscenity under Sec
Andhra Pradesh liquor scam: High Court grants bail to main accused Raj Kesireddy
Andhra Pradesh High Court grants bail to Raj Kesireddy, main accused in 3,200 crore A.P. liquor scam, months after Supre
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Sabarimala case: SC says it can hold what superstition in a religion is, Centre opposes
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SC hearing on Sabarimala women entry LIVE: Supreme Court to continue hearing of pleas today
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Mere use of word 'bastard' without sexual element not obscenity: Supreme Court
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Centre tells Supreme Court Sabarimala verdict was wrongly decided
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NCERT reconstitutes textbook committee after Supreme Court rap
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Voluntary retirement not mere act of leaving, rather distinct right of employee: Supreme Court
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Vacancies for candidates with disabilities open to all categories: SC
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Supreme Court rules High Courts cannot waive stamp duty penalties
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Woman can't be treated as 'untouchable' for 3 days: Justice Nagarathna in Sabarimala case
Supreme Court Justice BV Nagarathna stated women cannot be considered untouchable for three days monthly. This remark ca
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The Supreme Court has ordered Rajasthan to halt untreated effluent discharge into rivers, citing widespread groundwater
Supreme Court begins nine-judge bench hearing on Sabarimala review
The Supreme Court of India has begun hearings on the Sabarimala temple entry review with a nine-judge bench led by Surya
West Bengal elections: Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged names of people from specific communities were removed fro
Watch: CBI probes 73,000 Cr Reliance loan fraud
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Urgent cases to be mentioned only before CJI-led Bench: Supreme Court
Usually, urgent matters are mentioned for listing and hearing before the senior-most judge of the apex court if the CJI
CCTVs in police stations: All issues will be sorted out within two weeks, Centre tells Supreme Court
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Urgent Cases To Be Mentioned Only Before CJI-Led Bench: SC
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Nine-judge Supreme Court bench hears pleas on discrimination against women at religious places
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Center Defends Religious Practices in Supreme Court Ahead of Sabari Mala Hearing
New Delhi, April 7: The central government has supported petitions for reconsideration regarding the 2018 decision allow
Karnataka High Court orders recheck of 279 Sringeri postal ballots, stay for two weeks
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Nearly 91 Lakh Names Deleted From Bengal Electoral Rolls After SIR
Any change hereon will depend solely on fresh directions, if any, from the Supreme Court : EC
No personal oral hearing needed before labelling bank accounts as fraud: SC
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CCTVs In Police Stations: All Issues Will Be Sorted Out Within Two Weeks, Centre Tells SC
New Delhi, Apr 7: The Centre on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that all issues concerning installation of CCTVs in polic
SC clears path for Adanis JAL bid, asks NCLAT for speedy verdict
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CBI, ED probe Rs 73,000 crore alleged bank fraud linked to Anil Ambani Group
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CCTV rollout in police stations: SC asks Union home secys help in implementation
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Supreme Court orders CBI probe into Arunachal public works contracts
The bench directed the CBI to file a status report before it in the matter within 16 weeks.
Supreme Court to Hear Sabarmala Case Review Starting Today
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Supreme Court to Hear Long-Pending Sabarimala Case Review Starting Today
New Delhi, April 7: The Supreme Court will commence hearings on the long-pending Sabarimala case today. A special bench
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SC seeks response from Centre on cattle intrusions on highways
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Claims of 27L Bengal voters in doubtful list rejected, can't vote
Nearly 27 lakh voters in West Bengal face exclusion from the electoral roll as their claims were rejected by judicial of
Supreme Court Orders NIA to Investigate Malda Incident in West Bengal
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Supreme Court directs CBI to probe contracts awarded to Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandus family
Petitioners alleged that there was rampant corruption, nepotism and dispensing with a transparent and open tender system
US Supreme Court clears way for dismissal of case against Trump ally Steve Bannon
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Arunachal Chief Minister Welcomes CBI Investigation Amid Opposition Calls for Resignation
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Supreme Court refuses to stay Adanis 14,500 cr JAL resolution plan
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Steve Bannon back in spotlight: Could Trump offer him a Cabinet post?
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Supreme Court Hears West Bengal Case, Questions Raised on Mamata Banerjees Speech
New Delhi, April 6: The Supreme Court is currently hearing a case related to the elections in West Bengal. During the pr
SC upholds cancellation of Piaggio's UP industrial plot lease, orders company to vacate land
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Steve Bannon wins Supreme Court order likely to lead to dismissal of contempt of Congress conviction
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Abusive language alone not obscenity under Indian Penal Code: SC
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SC gives Malda incident probe to NIA, pulls up Bengal chief secretary
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AIMPLB Opposes Plea on Islamic Inheritance, Calls It Mischievous
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Menaka Guruswamy makes history as Indias first openly queer MP
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Na Khaunga Na Khane Doonga A Hoax: Congs Dig At PM In SC Case
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CCTVs in police stations: SC asks Union home secretary to appear before it on Tuesday
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SC orders CBI probe into award of contracts to firms linked to Arunachal CMs kin
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SC does not interfere with order allowing Adani to acquire JAL
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday, April 6, did not interfere with the order of the National Company Law Appellate
SC refuses to interfere with environmental nod for Kozhikode-Wayanad tunnel
The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea against the environmental clearance for the Kozhikode-Wayanad tunnel. The court s
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Delhi riots case: SC grants Delhi Police two weeks to respond to accuseds bail plea
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SC refuses to stay Adani's resolution plan for Jaiprakash Associates in blow to Vedanta
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Supreme Court seeks response from Centre, others on plea to prevent cattle intrusion on highways
The Supreme Court has asked the Centre and states for their views on a plea to keep stray cattle off national and state
Supreme Court Orders Probe Into Firms Linked To Arunachal Chief Minister's Family
Top Court Orders Probe Into Firms Linked To Arunachal Chief Minister Pema Khandus Family
Supreme Court orders CBI preliminary probe into Arunachal contracts linked to CM Pema Khandus kin
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Traffic Police intensify enforcement drive against pressure horns
Jammu: The Traffic Police J&K, under the directions of the Inspector General of Traffic Police- J&K, have initiated an i
Women's rights & religion: CJI-led 9-J bench includes all faiths, and a woman
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Petition filed in SC challenging amended 'transgender persons' law
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Neutrality of polls can't be assured if EC dependent on contestants: Justice Nagarathna
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Neutrality Of Polls Cant Be Assured If EC Dependent On Contestants: Justice Nagarathna
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Supreme Court sets up nine-judge bench to review Sabarimala temple entry verdict
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BJP MP Manan Mishra Condemns Attack on Judicial Officials in West Bengal
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Supreme Court notifies nine-judge Bench for Sabarimala verdict review
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Activists Laxminarayan Tripathi and Zainab Javid Patel challenge the validity of the Act for disregarding transgender id
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Authority Carries Accountability, Says SC; Restores Bank Managers Dismissal
NEW DELHI, Apr 4: The Supreme Court has reinstated the dismissal of a banks senior manager, underscoring that authority
Authority carries accountability: Supreme Court restores bank managers dismissal
The top court noted allegations that the senior manager had connived with an officer and a gunman to misappropriate the
Former CM Digvijaya Singh Urges Reconsideration of TET Requirement for Teachers in Madhya Pradesh
Bhopal, April 4: Former Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Digvijaya Singh, has written to Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, ur
SC judge recuses from case after prior counsel role comes to light
NEW DELHI, Apr 4: Supreme Court judge Justice K V Viswanathan has recused himself from hearing a case in which the apex
Supreme Court Judge recuses from case after prior counsel role comes to light
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Ensure free, fair and fearless polls in West Bengal: ECI instructs officials
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Supreme Court upholds harsher punishment for higher authority
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DC Edit | Ensure West Bengal Polls Are Fought Democratically
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Election petitions must be decided on the basis of material on record: Supreme Court
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Watch: Malda hostage incident rocks West Bengal politics, NIA starts investigation
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RPSC SI exam 2026: Supreme Court modifies order, allows 1 candidate instead of 713 to appear
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