Supreme Court

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Pandat after filmmaker Neeraj Pandey confirmed that the controversial title and all promotional content had been withdrawn.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The Supreme Court of India dismissed as withdrawn a plea by 1993 Mumbai blasts convict Abu Salem .The court allowed him to approach the Bombay High Court for relief.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

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

Reliance Communications', Anil Ambani's loan accounts declared as 'fraudulent' by Bank of Baroda

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

CM Mamata files fresh plea in SC to stop voter name deletions during SIR in Bengal

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has filed a fresh application in the Supreme Court seeking an immediate halt to the deletion of voters' names during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state. Alleging a serious risk of large-scale disenfranchisement, she accused the Election Commission

Feb 4, 2026

Lawsuit claims Meta can access WhatsApp chats; company calls it 'frivolous'

"Exit India if you can't': SC reprimands WhatsApp, Meta over data sharing for ads, questions user privacy

The Supreme Court sharply criticised WhatsApp and its parent company Meta over the sharing of user data for targeted advertising, warning that citizens' privacy cannot be compromised. Making strong observations, the court said such practices amount to exploitation of user data and questioned how ordinary Indians could be expected to understand complex privacy policies.

Feb 3, 2026

SC issues notice on plea challenging anti-conversion laws enacted by multiple states

The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre and 12 states, including Rajasthan and Arunachal Pradesh, on a fresh PIL filed by the National Council of Churches in India challenging the validity of their respective anti-conversion laws.

Feb 2, 2026

'Will divide society and have grave repercussions': SC stays UGC's new equity regulations, issues notice

The petitions challenge the new regulations for allegedly institutionalising discrimination by restricting grievance redressal mechanisms to SC, ST and OBC categories, thereby excluding individuals from the general category and violating constitutional guarantees of equality and fair access to remedies.

Jan 29, 2026

Canadian PM calls for 'buy Canadian' in response to Trump's new tariff threat

'Tariffs are indispensable': Trump vows alternative measures if Supreme Court curbs authority

US President Donald Trump defended tariffs as a central pillar of his economic and foreign policy, calling them "indispensable" for boosting domestic investment and manufacturing. He said tariffs had forced companies to build plants in the US, generated hundreds of billions of dollars in revenue, and helped fund support programmes such as aid for farmers.

Jan 28, 2026

'Dispute will escalate further': Maulana Razvi as SC allows both Basant Panchami worship and namaz; peaceful Friday namaz offered amid tight security

'Dispute will escalate further': Maulana Razvi as SC allows both Basant Panchami worship and namaz at Bhojshala complex

The Supreme Court allowed both Basant Panchami worship and Friday namaz at the disputed Bhojshala–Kamal Maula Mosque complex in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. Friday prayers were conducted peacefully under tight security, while Maulana Razvi warned the decision could escalate the dispute.

Jan 23, 2026

Bank 'fraud' by Anil Ambani-led RCOM: SC seeks sealed-cover reports from CBI, ED; issues fresh notice

The PIL alleges that over Rs 1.50 lakh crore in RCOM group debt was written off and describes the case as one of the largest bank loan frauds in the country. It claims funds were siphoned off through shell companies and that the CBI's FIR covers only a small portion of the alleged irregularities.

Jan 23, 2026

Siddaramaiah govt rejects K'taka Governor's demand to drop 11 paras from address; may move SC

The Karnataka government has refused Governor Thawarchand Gehlot's demand to delete 11 paragraphs from his joint session address, raising the possibility of a constitutional standoff. If the Governor does not deliver the speech as prepared, the state may approach the Supreme Court seeking directions for him to fulfill his constitutional duties.

Jan 22, 2026

SC extends stay on revised Aravalli Hills definition, orders ban on illegal mining

The Court also banned illegal mining in the Aravalli region, instructing the Rajasthan government to prevent unlawful extraction and ensure legal compliance. Further hearings are scheduled in four weeks.

Jan 21, 2026

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