Supreme Court

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.

10 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

11 days ago

'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.

12 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.

19 days ago

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.

24 days ago

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

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

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

'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

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': 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

SC: New waste management rules won't fix ground reality without stronger infrastructure

The Supreme Court has emphasized that repeated updates to solid waste management rules will not improve ground realities unless authorities strengthen infrastructure.

Feb 13, 2026

'Most shocking and disappointing': SC cancels bail of husband accused in dowry death case

The case relates to the death of a 22-year-old woman in Uttar Pradesh's Shrawasti district within three months of her marriage. Her father alleged that despite giving Rs 3.5 lakh and other dowry items, the husband and his family demanded a four-wheeler and subjected her to harassment. She was found dead with injury marks on her neck.

Feb 12, 2026

SC issues notice on PIL to exclude doctors from Consumer Protection Act

Citing a 2024 Supreme Court judgment that exempted advocates from the CPA and questioned an earlier 1995 ruling covering doctors, the petition urges reconsideration of medical services under consumer protection laws, saying prolonged litigation harms both doctors and patients.

Feb 10, 2026

SC cautions against further adjournments in petition challenging Wangchuk's detention

The Supreme Court warned against further adjournments in the habeas corpus plea challenging the NSA detention of Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk, stressing the urgency of such matters.

Feb 9, 2026

Free to take part in BCCI affairs, says SC while lifting ban on Anurag Thakur

The Supreme Court has lifted the nearly nine-year-old ban on BJP MP and former Union Minister Anurag Thakur, allowing him to participate in BCCI affairs again.

Feb 5, 2026

SC pulls up ED, CBI over delay in Anil Ambani-led RCOM loan fraud probe

The Supreme Court has pulled up the Enforcement Directorate and the CBI over an unexplained delay in investigating alleged bank loan frauds linked to Anil Ambani-led Reliance Communications and group companies, involving public funds of around Rs 40,000 crore.

Feb 4, 2026