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If Mediation Fails...: Supreme Court In Sunjay Kapur Family Trust Row
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Supreme Court Delays Bail Decision for Leena Maria Paulos in 200 Crore Fraud Case
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Supreme Court stays arrest of Abhishek Banerjee's aide Sumit Roy in Salboni land-grabbing case
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SC stays arrest of Abhishek Banerjee's aide Sumit Roy in Salboni land-grabbing case
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Supreme Court directs Jaipur tribunal to clear pending illegal construction appeals in two weeks
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Rajya Sabha Passes Bill to Raise Supreme Court Judges' Strength to 38
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Calcutta HC denies Abhishek Banerjee permission to travel abroad for eye treatment
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Supreme Court grants States six weeks to respond to plea on disclosure of identity of shop owners
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Supreme Court to get four more judges as Rajya Sabha passes Judge Strength Bill
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Parliament clears bill to raise Supreme Court judge strength to 38
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The Supreme Court said retaining experienced judicial officers may impose a lesser financial liability than retiring the
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CJP protest: Supreme Court says youngsters need to be pacified, law enforcement must show restraint
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Supreme Court orders automatic challans for uninsured vehicles using cameras
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Created Task Force, 'Air-Gapped' AI Systems: Centre To Supreme Court On NEET Reforms
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Irdai told to draw up plan to make 3rd-party cover must for fuel purchase
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SC proposes no fuel for uninsured vehicles, seeks tech-driven road safety overhaul
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Six NEET-UG candidates move Supreme Court over alleged discrepancies in OMR sheets
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Withdraw cases, allow youngsters to continue studies: SC to states
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CBI alleges non-cooperation by state in probe against CM Khandu
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SC weighs release of TMC funds for daily expenses
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Tamil Nadu moves SC against Karnataka over Cauvery water release
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SC to frame protocol on pellet gun use against protesters
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Centre to explain NEET question paper security process to Supreme Court
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Supreme Court panel recommends gender-sensitive language in sexual offence judgments
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CJP urges Centre, BJP states to withdraw FIRs after SC clarifies order on student protesters
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Lok Sabha passes Bill to increase Supreme Court judges' strength
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Tamil Nadu moves Supreme Court seeking directions to Karnataka to release Cauvery water
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States can withdraw FIRs against student protesters despite SC order: CJP's Saurav Das
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Lok Sabha clears bill to increase number of Supreme Court judges, without debate
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Cauvery Dispute: Tamil Nadu Seeks SC Direction to Enforce Water Release
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Tamil Nadu files petition in Supreme Court seeking Cauvery water
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Bill to increase Supreme Court judges passed by LS without debate; House adjourned for day
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Cauvery Dispute: Tamil Nadu moves Supreme Court against Karnataka over water release
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SC refuses to stay Madras HC order on Thiruparankundram Deepam
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Supreme Court directs MEA to trace Indian seafarer missing after Black Sea drone attack
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SC clears withdrawal of FIRs against NEET protesters
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Citizens Have Right To Know: Supreme Court Judge On Judicial Appointments
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan said resolutions by the Supreme Court collegium were earlier supported by some reasons, even if the
Supreme Court only hope for Tamil Nadu to resolve Cauvery water dispute, says Nirmalkumar
No point to releasing water to another state when Karnataka faces shortage: Union minister V Somanna
Union minister V Somanna stated Karnataka faces a severe water shortage. An all-party meeting will determine the state's
Should multiple marriages be banned among muslims, asks SC
The Supreme Court has sought the Centre's response to a PIL challenging Muslim polygamy. This petition argues the practi
Foreigner cant be deported sans nationality proof: Centre to SC
New Delhi: A foreign national whose nationality is unverified cannot be deported unless their home country confirms the
Families of Indians killed in Russia war get SC relief
The Supreme Court has directed the Ministry of External Affairs to appoint a nodal officer to assist families in identif
Centre to SC: Foreign citizens can't be deported without nationality verification
The Centre informed the Supreme Court about deportation procedures for foreign nationals. Nationality verification and a
Plea in Supreme Court seeks standardised crowd-control protocols, clear police identification norms
An IIT Patna student who claims to have been injured during the police action at the July 20 Sansad Chalo protest in New
Rights lawyer flags poor awareness of SC sex workers ruling
Hyderabad: The Supreme Courts 2026 judgment in Prajwala v. Union of India, which introduced safeguards to protect the ri
Karnataka CM DKS urges Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to defer Bengaluru visit as Cauvery protests grow
Karnataka's chief minister urged Tamil Nadu's counterpart to postpone a planned visit. Widespread protests are occurring
Bandh in Karnataka over Cauvery row, DKS asks Vijay to nix Bengaluru visit; TN decides to move SC
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's visit to Bengaluru is likely deferred due to escalating Cauvery water dispute tensions. Karn
Around 60,000 migrants enter Spains Ceuta from Morocco; at least 34 die
Around 60,000 migrants crossed into Spains North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco over the past 24 hours, while at
The Supreme Court rejected the Uttarakhand government's plea against bail for Abdul Malik. The court expressed serious r
SC slaps Rs 1 lakh fine on Rajasthan government for harassing official
The Supreme Court has ordered Rajasthan to pay one lakh rupees to a government official. This payment is compensation fo
SC for mechanism on solatium in accidents caused by animals
Issues slew of directions to Centre, states New Delhi: Taking note of accidents due to stray animals on roads, the Supre
Permit to Pray? Town Clamps Down on Jews Worship SCOTUS to Hear Case
City officials in University Heights, Ohio, have forbidden a Jewish man from hosting a prayer group at his home. The Sup
SC seeks Centres response on plea to declare polygamy among Muslims as unconstitutional
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday sought the Centres response on a plea to declare the practice of polygamy among M
Sri Lanka's Ex-Police Chief Sentenced To Death Over 2019 Easter Sunday Attack
Jayasundara, 66, and Fernando, 76, can appeal against the sentence in the Supreme Court, but have been remanded to judic
Palestinian authorities have asked the US Supreme Court to halt a $656 million judgment. This massive award stems from d
CBI takes over investigation in Armstrong murder case
The agency stepped in after the Tamil Nadu government withdrew its Special Leave Petition in the Supreme Court; the BSP
Spain's PM blames Ceuta migrant influx on criminal networks manipulating recent court ruling
A Spanish Supreme Court ruled earlier this month that immediate returns of migrants crossing the border illegally did no
Muslims offer namaz near Bhojshala complex in heightened security after Supreme Court order
A day after the Supreme Court permitted Muslims to offer Friday prayers at a site adjoining the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal
SC directs Centre to aid families hit by Russia-Ukraine war
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday, July 31, directed the Centre to appoint a nodal officer in the external affairs
Cauvery flashpoint: DK Shivakumar asks Vijay to defer Bengaluru visit as Karnataka protests erupt
Karnataka's Chief Minister requested Tamil Nadu's CM to postpone his visit. Protests intensified across Karnataka over t
Reckless words, real consequences: The case for CJPs contempt for the Supreme Courts jurisdiction
Constitution insulates the Court from being leaned on by whoever holds power or public pressure at a given moment, a gov
Earlier Supreme Court rapped the Bihar government for keeping an unelected Minister, Deepak Prakash, beyond the six mont
SC stays CIC order declaring NSE 'public authority' under RTI Act
The Supreme Court has stayed a Central Information Commission order. This order declared the National Stock Exchange of
SC orders status quo on demolition of 25 houses in MPs Khandwa
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday, July 31, ordered a status quo on the demolition of houses in Khandwa, Madhya Pra
Supreme Court seeks Centre's response on plea to declare polygamy among Muslims as unconstitutional
A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana issued notice to the Centre on a petition
MP: Namaz offered at site near Bhojshala complex in Dhar
Dhar: A day after the Supreme Court granted permission, Muslims offered prayers on Friday, July 31, at a site near the B
Zero FIR against Noida woman over PM Modi remarks: Is abusive language punishable under Indian law?
A Noida FIR was registered against Ruchika Singh for alleged remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The case invo
Four groups representing Bhopal gas tragedy survivors allege sewage-contaminated water supply
Survivors claim Bhopal's civic body supplies sewage-contaminated drinking water. Many water samples tested positive for
Supreme Court stays Delhi High Court order declaring NSEI public authority under RTI Act
The High Courts division bench had observed that if the body is owned, controlled or substantially financed by the appro
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and his estranged wife Payal Abdullah on Friday informed the Supreme Cour
The Supreme Court has mandated compensation mechanisms for stray animal road accidents. Animal owners must now be held r
What is Zero FIR filed against Noida woman facing charges over abusive remarks against PM Modi
A Noida salon employee faces a criminal case after a protest video went viral. The woman was booked under the Bharatiya
Supreme Court agrees to dissolve J&K CM Omar Abdullah's marriage with estranged wife
The Bench was hearing two pleas, including the one filed by Omar Abdullah seeking divorce on the grounds of cruelty.
Should projects get green clearances after violating the law? | The Hindu Editorial
A recent Supreme Court order has revived the debate over post-facto environmental clearances in India. Can projects be a
SC seeks Centres response on plea to end polygamy among Muslims
New Delhi:The Supreme Court on Friday, July 31, sought the Centres response on a plea seeking to have polygamy among Mus
SC dissolves Omar Abdullahs marriage with estranged wife
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday, July 31, agreed to dissolve the marriage of Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Oma
Tamil Nadu government doctors body hails Supreme Court order on super-speciality seats
TASMAC corruption case: Supreme Court grants DMK's Senthil Balaji interim protection from arrest
The Supreme Court on Friday brought an end to the long-pending matrimonial dispute between Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minis
TASMAC scam case: Supreme Court stays FIR against DMKs Senthil Balaji
Issues notice to Tamil Nadu government on his plea challenging the Madras High Courts refusal to grant him anticipatory
Supreme Court stays arrest of former Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji in TASMAC corruption case
The Supreme Court on Friday granted interim protection from arrest to former Tamil Nadu Minister and DMK MLA V Senthil B
The Supreme Court on Friday appointed former Supreme Court judge Justice Ajay Rastogi as the substitute sole arbitrator
SC grants interim anticipatory bail to DMK's Senthil Balaji in TASMAC case
The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to DMK leader V Senthil Balaji. This relief was provided until further order
Cryptic bail orders need not be revisited: SC
The Supreme Court stated liberty depends on the prosecution's case. It rejected an appeal against bail granted to an acc
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar holds high-level meet as Cauvery row intensifies
Karnataka Chief Minister reviewed the Cauvery water situation after recent authority orders. The Cauvery Water Managemen
SC upholds NCLAT order setting aside CCI's Rs 301.6-cr penalty on Grasim Industries
The Supreme Court upheld an NCLAT order concerning Grasim Industries. This decision set aside a significant penalty prev
Supreme Court stays Senthilbalajis arrest in TASMAC corruption case
The apex court Bench said with the change in government in Tamil Nadu, there was no cause of worry for the State that Mr
Help families file compensation with Russian embassy, match DNA of Indians killed in war: SC to govt
The Supreme Court ordered the MEA to appoint a nodal officer for families. This officer will coordinate with families of
SC Judge V Mohana recuses from hearing Senthil Balaji's anticipatory bail plea
Justice V Mohana recused herself from hearing V Senthil Balaji's bail plea. The Supreme Court will hear the urgent plea
Omar Abdullah, Payal agree to divorce; Supreme Court disposes of plea: report
Srinagar, July 31: The Supreme Court on Friday disposed of Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's divorce plea
The Delhi government has directed that no adverse legal action be taken against students who participated in the NEET-UG
SC issues notice to Centre on plea seeking ban on polygamy among Muslims
The Supreme Court on Friday issued notice to the Centre on a writ petition seeking a ban on polygamy among Muslims and c
The Supreme Court has strongly criticised the Rajasthan government for reversing its earlier decision refusing prosecuti
The Chief Justice said he would constitute an appropriate Bench shortly to hear the petition
Delhi high court seeks police reply on Umar Khalid's 3rd bail appeal in 2020 riots conspiracy case
The Delhi high court has sought responses from the Delhi Police regarding Umar Khalid's bail appeal. Khalid challenges t
Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah for actions against students. He alleged the governme
No action against peaceful NEET protesters, says Delhi minister
Delhi Minister Ashish Sood clarified no action against peaceful student protesters. This exemption does not apply to tho
Parliament to take up Births and Deaths, Supreme Court judges Bills today
Parliament's Monsoon Session continues Friday with key bills in both houses. The Lok Sabha will consider birth registrat
Parliament to take up Births and Deaths, Supreme Court Bills today
The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha are set to take up several key Bills during Friday's Monsoon Session proceedings. The Lowe
T.N. moves Supreme Court against HC striking down jobs to Karur stampede victims families
The Madurai Bench of the High Court had quashed the government orders granting jobs to the victims family members on com
Eviction of forest dwellers: Raja Muzaffar meets Assembly Speaker
As Forest Department intensifies its eviction drives to retrieve forest land in different areas of Jammu & Kashmir espec
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
Whys CJI not on panel to pick CEC, Supreme Court asks government
The Supreme Court questioned Parliament's decision to exclude the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel. Justi
Supreme Court: No blanket ban on use of pellet guns for crowd control
The Supreme Court ordered the Delhi government to treat all injured protesters. It questioned the feasibility of banning
Top court refuses to impose blanket ban on pellet guns
Preserve ammunition log of RAF deployed at Jantar Mantar New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday said that pellet guns
Clearance in reverse: On top court, post facto clearances
Supreme Court of Indias nod for post facto approval must not be read as support for amnesty schemes
ReT transfer policy report in final stage: Sakeena
Srinagar, Jul 30: Education Minister Sakina Itoo on Thursday said that the committee constituted to frame a transfer pol
Shouldn't selection panel on CEC, ECs have a show of fairness? SC asks Centre
The Supreme Court questioned the fairness of the selection panel for Election Commissioners. The central government argu
SC directs Delhi govt to treat Jantar Mantar protesters injured in pellet firing
The Supreme Court ordered the Delhi government to treat protestors injured by police pellet guns. This direction came af
SC issues notice to Bhagwant Mann on plea against quashing of rioting case
The Supreme Court has issued a notice to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. This notice follows an appeal filed by the
Govt to strengthen district, ULB-level ABC teams
Srinagar, July 30: The government has nominated 11 officers and officials from Municipal Corporations and Urban Local Bo
Calcutta High Court stays discontinuation of PDS benefits to woman over SIR deletion
The Bengal govt. has issued notifications linking SIR deletions with benefits of public distribution system and Annapurn
Supreme Court orders States to set up district-wise prison oversight boards in four weeks
These oversight bodies are essential for ensuring accountability and effective monitoring of prison administration
CJP protest fallout: Noida woman booked over 'objectionable' remarks against PM Narendra Modi
Noida Police registered a zero FIR against a 25-year-old woman for alleged objectionable language. The complaint was fil
Watch: Despite Centres assurance, are student protesters still facing police action?
A week after the Centre assured that cases against student protesters would be withdrawn, allegations of fresh detention
The Supreme Court has made key observations on the police crackdown during the NEET-UG protests, even as fresh reports e
Cant PM be trusted on appointing CEC, government asks Supreme Court
Supreme Court says that it is not about lack of faith in the Prime Minister, but about the principle of justice and fair
'How is unelected minister continuing for over six months?' SC raps Bihar govt
The Supreme Court questioned the Bihar government regarding a minister's continued service. This minister has served bey
Insurers not liable for accident compensation if driver's licence was invalid: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court ruled insurance companies are not liable for accidents with unlicensed drivers. Driving without a vali
Anil Akkara seeks transfer of all Vigilance files to CBI in Kerala LIFE Mission case
Former MLA says parallel investigations weaken the probe; urges State to withdraw Supreme Court plea and extend full coo