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Victim marries former POCSO convict: Supreme Court invokes extraordinary powers to acquit him

The Supreme Court invoked its extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Constitution to acquit a Tamil Nadu man convicted under the POCSO Act after noting that he had married the victim after both attained adulthood. The court considered the subsequent settlement between the parties

1 day ago

SC closes WFI plea against Vinesh Phogat's Asian Games trials participation

The apex court clarified that its decision should not be seen as endorsing the Delhi High Court's observations against the Wrestling Federation of India and kept all legal issues open. Phogat, who was granted permission to compete despite eligibility concerns linked to WFI's revised policy.

6 days ago

Exclusion of daughters from compassionate benefits based on marital status 'unconstitutional': Supreme Court

The court held that marital status has no connection with factors such as dependency, financial need, residence, or ability to run the dealership. It rejected the assumption that a daughter ceases to be part of her parental family after marriage, calling it a gender stereotype that violates Articles 14 and 15(1) of the Constitution.

8 days ago

NEET-UG leak probe: Latur doctor, coaching faculty among three remanded by Delhi court

Delhi court remands three accused in NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case; re-test scheduled for June 21

A Delhi court has remanded three accused, including a Latur-based doctor and a Pune coaching institute faculty member, to judicial custody till June 15 in connection with the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case being investigated by the CBI.

9 days ago

Delhi court remands three accused in NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case; re-test scheduled for June 21

9 days ago

Delhi court remands three accused in NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case; re-test scheduled for June 21

9 days ago

Pawan Khera faces marathon questioning by Assam Police

The Supreme Court had earlier granted him anticipatory bail while directing him to assist investigators. The FIR includes charges related to false statements, cheating, forgery, use of forged documents, intentional insult and defamation under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

27 days ago

Vijay renews demand to scrap NEET after 2026 exam cancellation

Vijay renewed his demand to abolish NEET after the cancellation of NEET-UG over alleged paper leaks and irregularities. Vijay urged the Union Government to allow States to conduct medical admissions based on Class 12 marks instead of a national entrance test

28 days ago

Priya Sachdev, Karisma Kapoor at Sunjay Kapur's prayer meet

'Mahabharat will look small': Supreme Court on ₹30,000-crore Kapur family inheritance war despite mediation

Rani Kapur claims Priya Kapur colluded with Sunjay Kapur to shift assets to a trust through illegal transactions, seeking to declare the trust void.

29 days ago

'Why are you concerned with all of this?': SC questions intent of PIL that led to Sabarimala judgment

The court also cautioned against non-believers challenging established customs and stressed that it would not revisit the facts of the 2018 verdict, focusing instead on broader constitutional questions related to religious freedom, equality, and judicial review.

May 5, 2026

Sunjay Kapur- Karisma Kapoor- Priya Sachdev and kids

Relief for Karisma Kapoor's children as Delhi court freezes Sunjay Kapur's ₹30,000 crore assets; Kareena Kapoor hails justice

The Delhi High Court has ordered the preservation of businessman Sunjay Kapur's ₹30,000 crore estate amid a dispute between his third wife, Priya Sachdeva Kapur, and his children Kiaan and Samaira from his marriage to actor Karisma Kapoor.

Apr 30, 2026

Centre issues detailed protocol for Vande Mataram, now a must for all govt events

SC declines plea against Centre's 'Vande Mataram' circular

The Supreme Court declined to hear a plea challenging the Centre's circular on singing the national song 'Vande Mataram' at official and public functions, calling the petition "premature" as the guidelines are advisory and carry no penalties.

Mar 25, 2026

Harish Rana, first Indian allowed passive euthanasia, dies at AIIMS Delhi after 13 years in coma [Final video released]

At 31, he had been in a permanent vegetative state since 2013, dependent on life support for breathing and nutrition. In March 2026, the Supreme Court approved the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment under strict medical supervision, citing his irreversible condition and 100% disability.

Mar 24, 2026

Sabarimala women entry issue flares up ahead of polls; CPI(M), Opposition spar

Kerala Assembly polls: Sabarimala women entry debate fuels CPI(M)-Opposition tussle

The Kerala government's shift in position on women's entry into the Sabarimala temple has ignited political tensions ahead of the Assembly elections. Opposition leader V.D.

Mar 15, 2026

'Love, not lust': Supreme Court quashes POCSO conviction

Pune Porsche case: SC issues notice on bail plea of minor's father

SC issued notice on the bail plea of Vishal Agarwal, father of the minor accused in the 2024 Pune Porsche crash, and sought a response from the Maharashtra government while denying interim bail. Agarwal is accused of conspiring to swap blood samples to obtain a "Nil Alcohol" report

Feb 26, 2026

NCERT's new Class 8 textbook flags 'corruption in judiciary'; Kapil Sibal says 'what about others'

'They fired a gunshot': SC directs seizure of NCERT book, contemplates contempt action against officials

The Supreme Court of India ordered the nationwide seizure and complete ban of a Class 8 Social Science textbook published by the National Council of Educational Research and Training over references to "corruption in the judiciary."

Feb 26, 2026

'Not about caste': Netflix deletes Ghooskhor Pandat promo after FIR on Yogi govt's direction; Manoj Bajpayee, Neeraj Pandey issue statements

SC disposes of plea against 'Ghooskhor Pandat' after filmmakers drop controversial title

Supreme Court disposed of a plea challenging the film Ghooskhor Pandat after filmmaker Neeraj Pandey confirmed that the controversial title and all promotional content had been withdrawn. The original PIL had alleged that the title defamed the Brahmin community by linking "Pandit" with "ghooskhor," violating constitutional protections.

Feb 19, 2026

'How can boy and girl indulge in physical relationship before marriage': Supreme Court observes caution on pre-marital relationships in bail hearing

'How can boy and girl indulge in physical relationship before marriage': SC on pre-marital relationships in bail hearing

The Supreme Court stressed caution in pre-marital relationships in a rape-on-false-promise case, suggesting mediation. It also overturned a controversial Allahabad HC ruling, restoring minor rape attempt charges and directing guidelines for judicial sensitivity in sexual offence cases.

Feb 18, 2026

'Approach Bombay HC': SC refuses to entertain Abu Salem's plea on premature release

The Supreme Court of India dismissed as withdrawn a plea by 1993 Mumbai blasts convict Abu Salem .The court allowed him to approach the Bombay High Court for relief. Salem claimed he had completed 25 years, including remission, but the Maharashtra government said he has not yet served the full term.

Feb 16, 2026

Pakistan: PTI alleges secret hospital transfer plan for Imran Khan, calls it 'risk to his life'

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has alleged that former Prime Minister Imran Khan is being secretly transferred from Adiala Jail to a hospital for medical treatment without informing his family, calling it a "serious risk to his life" and a violation of his fundamental rights.

Feb 15, 2026

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Supreme Court

Victim marries former POCSO convict: Supreme Court invokes extraordinary powers to acquit him

SC closes WFI plea against Vinesh Phogat's Asian Games trials participation

Exclusion of daughters from compassionate benefits based on marital status 'unconstitutional': Supreme Court

Delhi court remands three accused in NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case; re-test scheduled for June 21

Delhi court remands three accused in NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case; re-test scheduled for June 21

Delhi court remands three accused in NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case; re-test scheduled for June 21

Pawan Khera faces marathon questioning by Assam Police

Vijay renews demand to scrap NEET after 2026 exam cancellation

'Mahabharat will look small': Supreme Court on ₹30,000-crore Kapur family inheritance war despite mediation

'Why are you concerned with all of this?': SC questions intent of PIL that led to Sabarimala judgment

Relief for Karisma Kapoor's children as Delhi court freezes Sunjay Kapur's ₹30,000 crore assets; Kareena Kapoor hails justice

SC declines plea against Centre's 'Vande Mataram' circular

Harish Rana, first Indian allowed passive euthanasia, dies at AIIMS Delhi after 13 years in coma [Final video released]

Kerala Assembly polls: Sabarimala women entry debate fuels CPI(M)-Opposition tussle

Pune Porsche case: SC issues notice on bail plea of minor's father

'They fired a gunshot': SC directs seizure of NCERT book, contemplates contempt action against officials

SC disposes of plea against 'Ghooskhor Pandat' after filmmakers drop controversial title

'How can boy and girl indulge in physical relationship before marriage': SC on pre-marital relationships in bail hearing

'Approach Bombay HC': SC refuses to entertain Abu Salem's plea on premature release

Pakistan: PTI alleges secret hospital transfer plan for Imran Khan, calls it 'risk to his life'

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