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A plea to shift the liquor scam investigation trial from Uttar Pradesh to Chhattisgarh faced scrutiny in the Supreme Court. The bench, led by CJI Surya Kant, deliberated on the practical...
The Supreme Court has delivered a significant ruling in the high-profile Nan scam case in Chhattisgarh. The apex court has canceled the anticipatory bail granted to former IAS officers Anil Tuteja...
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice B.R. Gavai strongly opposed the restriction on firecrackers only in Delhi-NCR on Friday. He stated that the right to clean air is not just for the 'special'...
A case involving alleged baby swapping at a private hospital in Raipur has reached the Supreme Court. A couple claims that their newborns were switched at the hospital. The Supreme Court has...
The state government has announced the promotion of 27 Sub-Inspectors to the rank of Inspector in the Chhattisgarh Police Department. This decision follows the orders of the Supreme Court. The list...
Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has filed a petition in the Supreme Court to avoid arrest. The move comes after his name surfaced in cases related to liquor, coal, and the Mahadev...
The Supreme Court has rejected the bail plea of Anwar Dhebar, the main accused in the high-profile 2161 crore Chhattisgarh liquor scam. The court's decision, delivered on Monday, marks a significant...
The Supreme Court has thrown its weight behind mediation in the bitter family showdown over late businessman Sanjay Kapoor's vast estate. Ruling firmly, it prohibited any steps by feuding relatives...
A bitter family feud over late tycoon Sanjay Kapoor's 30,000 crore empire has reached India's top court. Rani Kapoor, the grieving mother, petitioned the Supreme Court to halt any dealings with her...
Bollywood's suspense maestro Sujoy Ghosh has emerged triumphant from a protracted copyright tussle over 'Kahaani 2'. The Supreme Court on March 20 delivered a decisive blow to the plaintiff's claims,...
YouTube sensation Elvish Yadav has received a major legal victory from India's top court, which dismissed ongoing criminal charges against him in the snake venom consumption scandal. Citing...
The Supreme Court intervened decisively in the 'Veera Raja Veera' song controversy, compelling Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman to include credits for the iconic Junior Dagar Brothers in the hit...
The Supreme Court has slammed the door shut on legal challenges against the controversial film 'Ghooskhhor Pandit,' offering a clean slate to its producers. In a landmark order on Thursday, the top...
The Supreme Court of India has deferred to next Friday a keenly watched case pitting legendary Dhrupad singer Ustad Fayyaz Wasifuddin Dagar against music maestro AR Rahman. At stake is the 'Veera...
The Supreme Court of India has adopted a no-nonsense stance in the row surrounding Netflix's 'Ghuskhor Pandit', declaring that artistic freedom cannot justify insulting religious or caste groups....
The certification battle for Thalapathy Vijay's blockbuster 'Leo' intensifies with the CBFC filing a caveat in the Supreme Court. This preemptive move ensures the board's voice is heard before any...
The Supreme Court is set to delve into a contentious battle over privacy versus public right-to-know on January 16. At the center is investigative reporter Priya Sachdeva's bid to unseal secret...
The corridors of the Supreme Court are buzzing with the 'Leo' censorship saga, pitting Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay against India's film regulatory machinery. What started as routine...
Breaking: Singer Neha Singh Rathore scores a legal breather from the Supreme Court in the row over her viral social media post. This interim relief halts police pursuit, spotlighting the friction...
Comedian and YouTuber Samay Raina is facing repercussions for insensitive content. Previously criticized for jokes about parents, Raina now faces another legal issue. Following complaints from the...
John Abraham has expressed gratitude for the Supreme Court's decision regarding stray dogs in Delhi. The court's ruling mandates that all stray dogs in Delhi will be sterilized and released. The...
The Supreme Court has overturned the bail granted by the Karnataka High Court to Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, his girlfriend Pavithra Gowda, and five other individuals implicated in the...
Karnataka Rakshana Vedike (KRV), led by Praveen Shetty, announced their decision to cease opposition to the release of Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life' in Karnataka. This shift follows a Supreme Court...
The producers of the film 'Thug Life,' starring Kamal Haasan, have sought the intervention of the Supreme Court. They claim the Karnataka government has failed to provide security or assistance...
The Supreme Court has rejected a public interest litigation (PIL) that challenged the government's directive on blending petrol with 20% ethanol. Justices B.R. Gavai and Vinod Chandran delivered the...
The Indian government is promoting ethanol-blended petrol to reduce pollution and decrease reliance on imported fuel. However, vehicle owners and experts have recently reported that E20 fuel is...
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) regarding India's E20 petrol policy. The hearing, set for September 1, 2025, will address challenges to the government's...
Why should anyone pay for being stuck in a 12-hour traffic jam? This strong remark by the Supreme Court on Monday reflected the plight of thousands of travelers who were stranded for hours on the...
In a detailed response to multiple political developments, Uttar Pradesh Minister Narendra Kumar Kashyap welcomed the Supreme Courtโs verdict backing the Election Commissionโs Special Intensive...
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has validated the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, dismissing petitions that questioned its legitimacy. The judgment has triggered...
In a significant development, the Supreme Court has given its nod to the Election Commissionโs Special Intensive Revision drive, prompting the BJP to launch a fresh offensive against the opposition....
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has affirmed the legality of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists ordered by the Election Commission. The bench observed that the exercise is...
After months of deliberation, the Supreme Court will announce its decision today regarding petitions against the Election Commissionโs special intensive revision of voter lists. The core dispute...
A five-judge bench led by Chief Justice Suryakant will on Wednesday pronounce its long-awaited order on the legality of the Special Intensive Revision of voter lists. The petitions question whether...
A new online trend mocking governance has drawn sharp criticism from Biharโs Revenue Minister Dilip Jaiswal. The minister accused jobless youngsters behind the Cockroach Janata Party of spreading...
The political temperature in West Bengal soared after the Supreme Court turned down TMC's urgent plea against central officials overseeing vote counting in the state assembly elections. BJP leaders...
In a pivotal move to combat India's cybercrime epidemic, Attorney General R. Venkataramani has submitted a robust set of proposals to the Supreme Court. Focused on the menacing 'digital arrest'...
Former Kerala minister Antony Raju faced a major setback as the Supreme Court rejected his urgent plea to suspend his three-year sentence in a notorious evidence manipulation scandal from over three...
The Supreme Court sprang into action over a horrifying domestic attack on advocate Madhu Rajput at Karkardooma Court in Delhi. Taking suo motu notice, the court addressed the April 24 nighttime...
West Bengal set a new benchmark in electoral participation with 91.78% voting in the inaugural phase, eclipsing the previous high from 2011. The Supreme Court, led by the Chief Justice, voiced...
The Supreme Court delivered a stern rebuff to Sajjan Kumar's bail application on Monday, solidifying his continued imprisonment related to the 1984 Delhi anti-Sikh riots. The Congress veteran, once a...
In a resounding declaration from the national capital, BJP spokesperson Ajay Alok forecasted monumental victories for his party in the upcoming West Bengal and Tamil Nadu legislative elections. He...
The Supreme Court of India will delve into a contentious petition filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday, focusing on her alleged role in...
In a dramatic turn, Assam's government has knocked on the Supreme Court's doors, contesting a Telangana High Court decision shielding Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera from arrest. The state seeks to...
Justice Yashwant Varma, a sitting judge at the Allahabad High Court, has resigned immediately, handing in his papers to President Droupadi Murmu. This unexpected development occurs against the...
Amid rising concerns over electoral violence in West Bengal, the Akhil Bharatiya Hindu Mahasabha has knocked on the Supreme Court's doors. The organizationโs PIL seeks immediate deployment of central...
Arvind Kejriwal, AAP's national convenor, has knocked on the Supreme Court's doors in the high-stakes Delhi liquor policy case. Following a setback from the Delhi High Court, Kejriwal seeks to shift...
Karnataka Labour Minister Santosh Lad has sparked a national conversation by deeming a nationwide law for four to five days of menstrual leave 'impractical.' His remarks, made on Saturday, echo...
Tensions are flaring in Kerala as the Travancore Devaswom Board makes a stunning U-turn on the contentious Sabarimala temple entry issue for women, just months before state polls. Board chief K....
The Supreme Court has thrown its weight behind the Isha Foundation's innovative gasifier-based crematoriums at its Coimbatore ashram, describing them as a noble endeavor. In a February 26 session,...
The Supreme Court has slammed the door on attempts to halt 'Yadav Ji Ki Love Story', rejecting a public interest litigation filed by members of the Yadav community. Justices B.V. Nagarathna and...
The Supreme Court delivered a major relief to the Kerala government by staying the Kerala High Courtโs order that blocked the โNava Kerala Surveyโ. Announced on Tuesday, this apex court intervention...
The Supreme Court didn't mince words on Friday, blasting the Andhra Pradesh police for their alleged nexus with political authorities in the ongoing murder investigation against YSRCP MLC Anant Uday...
In a high-stakes showdown at India's top court, Ladakh leader Sonam Wangchuk's wife has petitioned for his release from custody, accusing the government of procedural violations. The Supreme Court...
The Supreme Court has shut down Abu Salem's bid for early release, upholding commitments made during his extradition from Portugal. Convicted for the deadly 1993 Mumbai bombings, the gangster's...
Fresh trouble brews for the makers of 'Ghussor Pandit' starring Manoj Bajpayee. A complaint has been registered in Jabalpur district court, alleging the film's title insults the Brahmin community,...
Tensions simmer at Karnataka's historic Ladle Mashk Dargah as the Supreme Court contemplates an expedited hearing on blocking Mahashivratri rituals on a Shivling within its sacred enclosure. Located...
The Supreme Court of India takes center stage today with a crucial hearing on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's petition against the contentious Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of West Bengal's...
Tensions flare in Indian politics after Rahul Gandhi's fiery 'gaddar dost' comment targeting BJP's Ravneet Singh Bittu during Lok Sabha proceedings. BJP spokesperson Shazia Ilmi hit back hard,...
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took her grievances over the voter list overhaul directly to the Supreme Court, which responded by issuing a notice to the Election Commission on Wednesday....
In a scathing critique of banking practices, the Supreme Court on Thursday grilled authorities over the suspiciously low valuation of Delhi's Hyatt Regency hotel amid its insolvency proceedings. The...
New Delhi's Supreme Court has taken a decisive step by issuing notices to multiple states over their anti-conversion statutes, demanding replies in four weeks. This comes in response to a petition...
India's path to robust economic expansion hinges on revitalizing its agrarian backbone, according to Biju Janata Dal MP Sasmit Patra. Speaking amid major policy announcements, the Rajya Sabha member...
The Supreme Court delivered a major blow to the UGC's freshly notified guidelines Thursday, granting an interim stay amid fierce opposition. Petitions argued the rules, particularly Section 3C,...
Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena scored a decisive win today as a local court dismissed a defamation complaint lodged against him by veteran activist Medha Patkar over two decades ago. The Saket...
New Delhi's Supreme Court delivered a blow to the UGC's ambitious anti-discrimination overhaul today, staying its implementation pending further review. The decision came during hearings on petitions...
In a no-nonsense rebuttal to the escalating UGC guidelines controversy, Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar has advised the general category protesters to seek judicial recourse if they lack...
Bengaluru's legislative halls turned into a battleground Thursday when Governor Thawarchand Gehlot delivered an ultra-brief address to the joint session, ignoring the detailed script from the...
New Delhi's Patiala House Court witnessed a crucial development in the Sanjay Kapoor property dispute on Wednesday, as Priya Kapoor, the late tycoon's third wife, deposed her statement in a sealed...
The political storm over ED raids on I-PAC intensified Friday as West Bengal rushed a caveat to the Supreme Court. This preemptive filing aims to block any immediate relief to the affected parties...
Former Chief Minister Harish Rawat has made headlines by insisting that a Supreme Court judge should monitor the investigation into Ankita Bhandari's shocking murder. The young woman's death at a...
The Supreme Court has issued a strong directive: any mistreatment of women feeding stray dogs warrants an immediate FIR. This ruling highlights the judiciary's commitment to safeguarding animal...
In a closely watched legal battle, the Supreme Court wrapped up arguments on Delhi High Court Judge Justice Yashwant Varma's petition today, keeping its decision under wraps. This high-stakes matter...
The Supreme Court has directed the Indian government to bring back Sonali Khatoon, a Bangladeshi national who was previously deported, to India on humanitarian grounds. The Centre has agreed to...
A significant controversy surrounding the revered Tirupati temple laddu has prompted former Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Chairman YV Subba Reddy to seek intervention from the Supreme Court....
The Supreme Court has ruled that it is inappropriate for the judiciary to set specific deadlines for the President and state Governors to approve or reject bills passed by legislative bodies. A...
In response to Delhi's severe air pollution crisis, the Supreme Court has advised the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to postpone all sports and athletic activities scheduled in...
The Supreme Court has raised serious concerns regarding liquor packaging that mimics juice boxes, highlighting the potential for children to easily carry alcohol to school. Justices expressed dismay...
The Supreme Court has scheduled November 11 as the date to hear a significant plea lodged by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). The party is challenging the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of...
The Supreme Court has sharply criticized states for their failure to submit essential action-taken reports concerning the ongoing stray dog crisis. Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta, and NV Anjaria...
Delhi-NCR residents can look forward to a more vibrant Diwali celebration this year, as the Supreme Court has permitted the sale and use of 'green crackers' across the region. The landmark decision,...
The Supreme Court has mandated a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the tragic stampede in Karur that resulted in 41 fatalities and numerous injuries. A three-member committee, led by...
An attorney made an attempt to attack Chief Justice of India (CJI) B.R. Gavai within the Supreme Court on Monday. According to initial reports, the lawyer tried to throw a shoe at CJI Gavai during...
The relationship between the Tamil Nadu government and the Governor has been marked by disputes. The government has now approached the Supreme Court, challenging the Governor's decision regarding the...
Gitanjali J. Angmo, the wife of environmentalist and educationist Sonam Wangchuk, has approached the Supreme Court challenging her husband's arrest. Gitanjali is demanding Sonam Wangchuk's release....
Following a Supreme Court order, authorities in Ghazipur have reopened six shops linked to the controversy surrounding the Ghazal Hotel, owned by mafia figure Mukhtar Ansari. These shops had been...
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is conducting raids in multiple cities in connection with a case of fraud involving large builders and banks, affecting thousands of homebuyers. The raids...
The Supreme Court has authorized certified manufacturers to produce eco-friendly firecrackers within the Delhi-NCR region, while simultaneously prohibiting their sale in the same area. The court...
The Supreme Court has voiced its concerns over the increasing registration of First Information Reports (FIRs) in civil disputes. The court stated that the judiciary and the police are not recovery...
The Supreme Court has voiced concerns regarding the selective release of the preliminary inquiry report concerning the June 2025 crash of Air India Flight AI171. The court noted that the report's...
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has announced renewed protests against the Waqf Amendment Act. This decision follows an interim ruling by the Supreme Court regarding the amendment....
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to consider a plea from the family of top Maoist commander Nambala Keshav Rao, seeking the handover of his body for cremation. Rao was killed in an encounter in...
The Supreme Court delivered an interim judgment on Monday, September 15th, regarding petitions challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act. The court declined to halt the entire law but imposed an interim...
The Supreme Court is set to deliver its interim order on petitions concerning the Waqf Amendment Act 2025. The act, which has drawn criticism, faces challenges alleging it leads to a 'creeping...
The Supreme Court has expressed its displeasure over the absence of CCTV cameras in police stations across the country. The court took suo motu cognizance of a news report concerning non-functional...
The Supreme Court has rejected a petition seeking the application of the POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Act to political parties, thereby declining to recognize them as workplaces. The POSH...
The Supreme Court has issued a partial stay on the Waqf Amendment Act, specifically suspending certain provisions. One key aspect put on hold is the requirement that individuals must be practicing...
The Supreme Court has partially stayed the Waqf Amendment Act of 2025, specifically putting on hold certain provisions. One of the provisions stayed mandates that a person must be a practicing Muslim...
Discussions surrounding the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 are intensifying in the country. The Supreme Court is scheduled to deliver its interim order on Monday concerning petitions challenging the...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the 16th Joint Commanders Conference-2025 at Fort William, the headquarters of the Eastern Command of the army in Kolkata. Senior officers from...