The Centre has been pulled to the Supreme Court over reports that 10 Indians died while fighting alongside Russian forces in the Ukraine war. A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi said the matter needs “tactful handling”, noting there may be immense difficulty in retrieving mortal remains from the conflict zone.
The Supreme Court expressed shock at a delay of more than 16 years in a Delhi High Court acid attack trial, remarking that even the national capital cannot address such cases on time. Hearing a plea related to the condition of acid attack survivors, the bench called it a “shame on the system” amid ongoing proceedings.
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The Supreme Court criticised alleged gherao and the detention of judicial officers involved in West Bengal’s SIR exercise, calling it an extraordinary, election-driven situation where democracy is at risk. In hearings, the court also alleged interference by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during a Central agency’s investigation, warning that actions by a state CM could jeopardise the democratic process.
President Donald Trump reposted a Michael Savage radio rant on Truth Social attacking birthright citizenship, calling it a loophole that allows “anchor babies” to sponsor relatives and weaken U.S. immigration control. The move comes as the Supreme Court weighs arguments over a Trump administration order that challenges how the 14th Amendment grants citizenship to people born in America.
The Supreme Court will hear on December 29 the CBI’s appeal against a Delhi High Court order that suspended the life sentence of expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao rape case. The CBI is challenging the bail granted by the High Court, seeking to overturn the suspension and restore the life term.
The Supreme Court will examine the NCLT bar association’s locus standi as it challenges the Centre’s 2019 notification that fixed tribunal members’ terms at three years or until age 65. The court said whether members can continue beyond three years hinges on the decision on the association’s standing. Further hearing is set for July 20.
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The Supreme Court has concluded hearings in the Additional Tier-1 (AT1) bond write-down case involving Yes Bank, with a verdict expected soon. After the bank’s near-collapse in 2020, around ₹8,415 crore was written down, triggering lawsuits by investors. Yes Bank says it does not anticipate a material financial impact from the ruling.
State Bank of India has moved the Supreme Court seeking a review of a ruling that bars telecom spectrum from being treated as an asset during insolvency proceedings. SBI warns the decision could sharply weaken recovery prospects for lenders and disrupt infrastructure and telecom financing, arguing the judgment overlooks key issues banks rely on for resolution and recoveries.
Budget 2022 proposes a legal tweak expanding who can be treated as a “proper officer,” enabling CBIC customs officials or senior commissioners to perform assigned functions. The move is designed to invalidate a Supreme Court order, allowing DRI and Customs Preventive Audit officers to demand customs duty under the amended framework.
The Supreme Court has referred Christian Michel’s plea seeking release from jail to a new bench. Michel, accused and involved in the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam, had his petition rejected by the Delhi High Court. He is challenging aspects of the India-UAE extradition treaty and argues he has served the maximum sentence for the offences tied to his extradition.
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The Supreme Court has emphasized that India’s Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code is designed not just to resolve insolvencies, but to actively promote investment. It highlighted the code’s time bound approach for corporate persons, firms, and individuals, reinforcing that swift resolutions can strengthen investor confidence and improve India’s global appeal.
After strong voter turnout in West Bengal’s first phase, the Supreme Court has ordered appellate tribunals to fast-track urgent additions to voter lists. People left out of the rolls can seek redressal through 19 appointed tribunals. The court will later consider broader questions about the right to remain on electoral rolls, tightening access to voting.
With the Supreme Court sharply targeting procedural delays in IBC cases, attention is turning to how tribunals function in practice. NCLT is set to strengthen capacity with 20 new members across 16 benches, aiming to speed up case disposal and cut pendency. The push comes as stakeholders expect better timeline adherence and faster outcomes.
The Enforcement Directorate has approached the Supreme Court, arguing its officers should be protected under fundamental rights via Article 32. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told the court that West Bengal has seen serious rule-of-law violations, pointing to a coal smuggling case involving around ₹2,700 crore, and urged protection for ED personnel.
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The Supreme Court has resumed hearing the Sabarimala Temple entry case, focusing on whether women aged 10 to 50 can enter. The court’s task is to weigh long-standing religious customs against the constitutional promise of individual equality. Whatever the outcome, it will likely influence the direction of other religious freedom disputes across India.
Justice Nagarathna urged authorities to consider legislating specifically against deepfakes and AI-enabled forms of child abuse, pointing to rising threats to girls’ safety. Speaking at the Supreme Court’s Juvenile Justice Committee stakeholders consultation with UNICEF India, she highlighted the need for stronger safeguards and a safer environment for the girl child.
Allegations against Indiabulls Housing Finance and its former promoter Sameer Gehlaut—including evergreening of loans, kickbacks, share manipulation and roundtripping—have lingered for years without traction. Now, a fresh Supreme Court communication could revive attention and accelerate the stalled proceedings. The big question: will this latest move finally turn old claims into actionable scrutiny?
The Supreme Court modified its earlier order on the Rajasthan Sub-Inspector recruitment exam, reducing relief from a wider group of candidates to just the original petitioner, Suraj Mal Meena. The Rajasthan Public Service Commission said accommodating a large number of beneficiaries was difficult. Despite the change, the exam dates of April 5-6 remain unchanged and the process will continue as scheduled.
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With India’s IPO boom fueling a “happy harvest” for PE and VC, a Supreme Court stance is casting a shadow over how offshore investors structure funds into the country. Stakeholders fear renewed scrutiny of complex cross-border arrangements, and the court has signaled that simply producing tax-haven residency certificates won’t automatically justify tax treatment.
The Supreme Court has ruled that when a Karta buys property using both personal funds and ancestral income, the property is presumed to be joint family property. The Karta must prove how much came specifically from personal sources. If money is intermingled and not clearly separated, the entire property is treated as joint, shifting the burden of proof to the purchaser.
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