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SC orders status quo on deportation of 5 women declared foreigners by Assam tribunal
In its order passed on two pleas, the bench said the petitioners, if they were in detention, be not deported till the ne...
SC issues contempt notice to AIIMS acting director, asks him to be personally present
We pause here to indicate that we had specifically sought explanation to be furnished by Director, AIIMS, and it is not ...
SC refuses to entertain plea to fill vacant posts in state human rights commissions
The plea sought direction to authorities concerned for expeditious filling up of vacant posts of chairperson and members...
Supreme Court Revokes High Court's Decision Allowing Accused to Travel Abroad Amidst Ongoing Trial
Supreme Court rules that the right to travel abroad under Article 21 is not absolute, emphasizes need for a balance betw...
Trial spanning decades, is a matter of grave concern - Constitutional courts must intervene
Supreme Court Mandates Swift Conclusion of 20-Year-Old Investigation in Gujarat Forgery Case, Constitutional Courts Urge...
Supreme Court Upholds Enhanced Royalty on Iron Ore Dispatch Post-Law Amendment
Apex Court rules that statutory amendments supersede contractual terms; BMM Ispat Ltd. to pay increased royalty rates....
SC frowns upon delay in settling two-decade-old criminal complaint, directs Guj Police to conclude probe within 6 weeks
In 2014, the police presented a report before the judicial magistrate which came to be rejected, and further investigati...
Public employment must be given to eligible candidates as per prescribed qualifications: SC
The top court said the high court had overlooked that the employee had secured an appointment to a post earmarked exclus...
Thiruparankundram hill lamp row: SC dismisses plea for action against officials
While we are not inclined to interfere with the impugned order passed by the high court, we are of the opinion that impo...
7 medical colleges not paying stipends to interns, resident doctors: NMC tells SC
He would also add that one medical college has remained closed and there are no interns in the said college. He further ...
SC dismisses WFI plea against HC order allowing Vinesh at selection trials
A bench of Justices PS Narasimha and Aravind Kumar, which refused to go into the observations made by the high court, sa...
SC dismisses plea seeking guidelines for time-bound disposal of cases
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SC dismisses plea seeking guidelines for time-bound disposal of cases
A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and V Mohana dismissed the plea filed by a lawyer, who had also sought laying down of un...
Supreme Court Ensures Fair Trial by Granting Access to Classified Documents in V.K. Singh Case
Supreme Court balances national security with the right to a fair trial, allowing access to crucial documents under stri...
Supreme Court Upholds Dismissal of Employee for Suppressing Educational Qualifications
Public Employment Must Adhere to Prescribed Qualifications, Says Apex Court...
Natural guardian alienating minor's property - Alienation without prior court permission is voidable, not void
Supreme Court Permits Development of Minor's Property with Safeguards, Apex Court Overturns Lower Courts' Decisions, Emp...
Prolonged separation of 15 years, coupled cruelty, is a valid ground for divorce under Section 13(1)(ia)
Supreme Court Dissolves 18-Year-Old Marriage Citing Irretrievable Breakdown and Cruelty, The Supreme Court exercises Art...
NDPS Act - Bail involving commercial quantity; Twin conditions of Section 37 are essential
Supreme Court Overturns Punjab & Haryana High Court’s Bail Order in NDPS Case, Apex Court Emphasizes Compliance with Sec...
Exclusion of married daughters from the definition of 'family'is unconstitutional
Supreme Court Upholds Rights of Married Daughters for Compassionate Allotment of Fair Price Shops, Landmark judgment dec...
Supreme Court Mandates Formation of Expert Committee for Aravalli Hills Review
High-Powered Committee to Address Ecological and Environmental Concerns; Report Due by August 2026...
When law enforcers turn extortionists, citizen looks with suspicion: SC
In this case, the complainant was travelling with his daughter from Mumbai in the Hapa Duronto Express. They, along with...
Supreme Court Quashes Anticipatory Bail for Police Officers Accused of Extortion
Apex Court Emphasizes Adherence to Protocols in Law Enforcement and Maintains Trust in Police Force...
Supreme Court Revives FIR Against Police Sub-Inspector for Alleged Corruption
SC Criticizes Karnataka High Court for Prematurely Quashing FIR, Reinforces Broad Interpretation of Anti-Corruption Law...
Supreme Court Orders Fresh Review of IPS Officer's Voluntary Retirement Request
Central Government Directed to Reconsider Abdur Rahman's VRS Notice Amidst Pending Disciplinary Proceedings...
Prolonged matrimonial litigation only leads to perpetuity of marriage on paper: SC
"Therefore, the conclusion of the high court is sustained. The decree of divorce as granted by allowing the appeal of th...
SC forms high-powered expert panel to re-examine Aravalli definition
In its order, the court observed that a "fair, impartial and independent expert opinion" was necessary after consulting ...
Sovereignty of country paramount, not personal liberty in drugs case: SC
Noting that the accused has only undergone a year and seven months in jail, the bench said if found guilty, a maximum pr...
Exclusion of married daughter from definition of 'family' manifestly arbitrary: SC
A bench comprising Justices PS Narasimha and Alok Aradhe made the observation while setting aside an order of the Allaha...
Can govt employee be terminated from service for suppressing higher qualification: SC to examine
The government upon reconsideration of the matter, passed a detailed speaking order dated April 30, 2022 that the petiti...
SC directs removal of encroachments from Agasthyamalai ecological landscape
A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta said encroachments within the protected areas of Agasthyamalai landsca...
Temporary status casual labourers are entitled to pensionary benefits on superannuation even in the absence of formal regularisation
Supreme Court Upholds Pension Rights for Temporary Status Casual Labourers, Pensionary benefits extended to temporary st...
Victims of trafficking for commercial sexual exploitation have a constitutionally protected right to rehabilitation
Supreme Court Mandates Comprehensive Victim Protection Plan for Trafficking Victims, Recognizes Their Fundamental Right ...
SC denies bail to accused in drugs case, says people dealing with narcotics should be dealt with a firm hand
His counsel had argued that though the high court in November 2024 had directed the trial court to complete the trial wi...
Can't employ temporary staff in precarious condition while seeking work similar to regular employees:SC
The bench said this court has taken a consistent judicial approach that long-serving employees, whether casual or tempor...
SC notice to Centre on plea seeking compliance with recommendations of disability commissions
This defeats the purpose behind having a specialised commission to deal with violations of disability rights i.e. ensuri...
SC questions waqf institution's plea for court fees exemption in tribunals
The high court rejected the contention that court fees were not payable because proceedings under Section 83 are initiat...