Supreme Court notes unusually high number of petitions in stray dogs case, more than in human rights matters. Hearing scheduled for Wednesday. Details on the court's directives and the suo motu case.
Supreme Court denies bail to Umar Khalid & Sharjeel Imam in Delhi riots case, citing 'hierarchy of culpability'. Five co-accused granted bail. Read the detailed analysis of the court's reasoning on stringent UAPA bail conditions.
Supreme Court holds Uttarakhand's entire executive accountable for systematic forest land grabbing since 2000. State given two weeks to file detailed affidavit. Read the full story.
Supreme Court rejects bail for Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case, while granting relief to five others. Details inside.
India's Supreme Court partners with Bhutan's apex court for a landmark law clerk exchange program. CJI Surya Kant announces full financial support for Bhutanese clerks. Read more.
The Supreme Court of India and the Supreme Court of Bhutan sign a landmark MoU for exchanging law clerks and judicial knowledge, strengthening bilateral legal ties. Read more about this historic judicial partnership.
Uttar Pradesh accounts for one-third of India's pending Pocso cases. A new study reveals a high disposal rate but low convictions, highlighting systemic challenges.
Coimbatore sees a significant drop in serious crimes like murder and assault in 2025, though drug peddling cases rise. Police report higher conviction rates but struggle with burglaries. Read the full analysis.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu mandates weekly hearings for land partition cases and sets a March 31 deadline for corrections. Aiming for transparency, he orders a comprehensive land data compilation.
The Anti-Corruption Bureau in Vijayawada registered 115 cases in 2025, achieving a 46% conviction rate. DG Atul Singh outlines plans for 2026, including AI tools to fight graft. Read more.
Supreme Court rules passport authorities cannot deny renewal to an accused if courts allow it. Landmark judgment upholds right to life and liberty under Article 21. Details inside.
Ernakulam Rural Police's special drive on New Year's Eve led to 8 narcotics cases & 116 for drunk driving. 1200 officers ensured peaceful celebrations. Read the full report.
Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha stated the state government could examine land-related cases against RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav if raised in public forums. Read the latest political developments.
The Supreme Court of India convenes vacation benches, including one led by CJI Surya Kant, during the winter break—a historic first. Discover the urgent cases heard.
In a historic first, Supreme Court vacation benches, including one led by CJI Surya Kant, convened during the winter recess. The court was closed from Dec 22 to Jan 2. Read more.
From Supreme Court rulings to defamation claims and arrests, explore the major courtroom dramas that defined Bollywood in 2025. Get the full breakdown here.
CJI Surya Kant expresses frustration as lawyers continue mentioning urgent matters despite new rules. Meanwhile, Congress leadership upset as MPs skip crucial MGNREGA parliamentary committee meeting.
Russian President Vladimir Putin held an urgent meeting with top military officials following discussions with US President Donald Trump. The talks focused on the escalating conflict and Russia's strategic response. Read the full analysis.
Delhi High Court orders expedited trial for a Yemeni national facing multiple cases, noting his prolonged detention is a financial burden on the state. Details inside.
The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the Aravalli deforestation case. A bench led by CJI Chandrachud will hear the matter on Monday, December 30, 2024. Read for details.
The Supreme Court acquits a man in a 2013 rape case, citing a 'sixth sense' that the parties could reconcile. The bench emphasized the need for nuance in consent cases. Read the full legal analysis.
The Supreme Court has clarified that a driving licence becomes invalid the day after its expiry if not renewed. Know the legal implications and renewal process to avoid penalties.
From online gaming bans to judicial accountability, explore the 10 pivotal Supreme Court cases set for 2026 that will impact India's constitutional rights and society. Read the full analysis.
Supreme Court reprimands Uttarakhand govt for failing to clear forest land encroachments. Bench demands immediate action plan and status report within 3 weeks.
CJI Surya Kant instructs Supreme Court Registry to carefully examine urgent cases for appropriate listing. Special vacation benches are currently operational for immediate hearings. Read the full details.
Chandigarh's estate office resolves 1,170 long-pending cases in a major drive. Over 500 cases were more than a decade old. Read about the cleanup effort.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant will lead a special vacation bench on December 22 to hear urgent matters. This move ensures judicial access during the Supreme Court's winter break.
Delhi PWD mandates helpline signage on key roads for stray dog complaints, following a Supreme Court directive. Aim is faster reporting and response to improve public safety.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced that one or two Supreme Court benches may sit on December 22 to hear urgent cases. The registry will verify the urgency before listing. Read for details.
Supreme Court regularises BDS degrees for 2016-17 Rajasthan students admitted with NEET percentile relaxation, but imposes ₹10 crore fines on erring colleges and mandates pro-bono service from students.