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Rape of 4-yr-old: SC questions police's 'insensitive' approach to probe, summons Gurugram CP

Rape of 4-yr-old: SC questions police's 'insensitive' approach to probe, summons Gurugram CP

Averments in the affidavit suggest a very disturbing manner in which the victim was examined in court," said the court, ...

Supreme Court Grants Regular Bail to Muppidi Avinash Reddy in Andhra Pradesh Liquor Scam

Supreme Court Grants Regular Bail to Muppidi Avinash Reddy in Andhra Pradesh Liquor Scam

Invoking Article 142, the Apex Court moulds relief from anticipatory to regular bail, emphasizing unique circumstances a...

Unhappy over their 'reluctance', SC asks CBI, ED to conduct fair probe against ADAG firms

Unhappy over their 'reluctance', SC asks CBI, ED to conduct fair probe against ADAG firms

A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi took note of the submissio...

Supreme Court Takes Stern Action Against Illegal Sand Mining in National Chambal Sanctuary

Supreme Court Takes Stern Action Against Illegal Sand Mining in National Chambal Sanctuary

State Governments and Departments Held Vicariously Liable for Threatening Endangered Wildlife...

SC refuses to entertain PIL by ‘Bada Khatarnak’ for installation of national emblem on its dome

SC refuses to entertain PIL by ‘Bada Khatarnak’ for installation of national emblem on its dome

A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi said it will exam...

Kolkata Metro: SC pulls up Bengal govt for creating 'roadblocks', says 'don't politicise everything'

Kolkata Metro: SC pulls up Bengal govt for creating 'roadblocks', says 'don't politicise everything'

A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi, which dismissed a plea of the sta...

Nothing left in matter: SC disposes of wife's plea challenging Sonam Wangchuk's detention

Nothing left in matter: SC disposes of wife's plea challenging Sonam Wangchuk's detention

A bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and PB Varale noted that the Centre revoked its order of Wangchuk's detention on March...

SC seeks replies from Haryana govt, DGP on plea seeking CBI probe into minor's rape in Gurugram

SC seeks replies from Haryana govt, DGP on plea seeking CBI probe into minor's rape in Gurugram

A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi also asked the police comm...

SC directs states, UTs to furnish updated details on prisons, including overcrowding

SC directs states, UTs to furnish updated details on prisons, including overcrowding

A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta also asked the states and UTs to provide details about the number of w...

SC concerned over cops uploading videos online, says poses threat to fair trial

SC concerned over cops uploading videos online, says poses threat to fair trial

The bench was hearing a PIL that alleged that police upload videos and photographs of the accused on social media and cr...

Courts to ensure fair trial, especially when an Amicus Curiae is appointed in the absence of the convict's counsel

Courts to ensure fair trial, especially when an Amicus Curiae is appointed in the absence of the convict's counsel

Supreme Court Orders Retrial in Bhola Mahto Case, Emphasizes Fair Trial and Adequate Representation Court Remands Appeal...

"Deemed Forest" Master Plans, once approved, gain statutory force and are not subject to alteration by subsequent natural developments.

"Deemed Forest" Master Plans, once approved, gain statutory force and are not subject to alteration by subsequent natural developments.

Supreme Court Upholds Master Plan, Dismisses Appeal on Deemed Forest Status for Bijwasan Railway Project Supreme Court r...

Corruption; Confiscation proceedings can continue even after the death of the accused public servant

Corruption; Confiscation proceedings can continue even after the death of the accused public servant

Supreme Court Upholds Continuation of Confiscation Proceedings Against Relatives Post Accused's Death, Confiscation unde...

Gangsters Act; FIR quashed due to procedural irregularities in the Gang Chart

Gangsters Act; FIR quashed due to procedural irregularities in the Gang Chart

Supreme Court Quashes FIR Against Gabbar Singh Due to Procedural Lapses, FIR under Uttar Pradesh Gangsters Act Struck Do...

Supreme Court Grants 9-Month Extension for Indrani Mukerjea Trial with Strict No-Extension Policy

Supreme Court Grants 9-Month Extension for Indrani Mukerjea Trial with Strict No-Extension Policy

Accused Indrani Mukerjea Permitted to File Fresh Application for Overseas Travel, Trial Extension Request Denied Future ...

Supreme Court Grants Bail to Shabir Ahmed Shah Amid Prolonged Custody Concerns

Supreme Court Grants Bail to Shabir Ahmed Shah Amid Prolonged Custody Concerns

Bail granted with stringent conditions due to prolonged custody, age, and delayed trial proceedings...

Supreme Court Upholds Life Imprisonment for Husband in Wife's Murder Case

Supreme Court Upholds Life Imprisonment for Husband in Wife's Murder Case

Apex Court Confirms Conviction Under Sections 302 and 498A IPC; Dying Declaration and Eyewitness Testimony Play Pivotal ...

Supreme Court Closes Criminal Proceedings Against Professor Due to Lack of Prosecution Sanction

Supreme Court Closes Criminal Proceedings Against Professor Due to Lack of Prosecution Sanction

State Government's One-Time Decision Halts Judicial Process in Sonipat Case...

Disciplinary proceeding can continue post-superannuation

Disciplinary proceeding can continue post-superannuation

Supreme Court Upholds Continuation of Disciplinary Proceedings Post-Retirement for Bank Employees, Landmark Judgment Cla...

Husband has to equally participate in household chores as he is not marrying a maid: SC

Husband has to equally participate in household chores as he is not marrying a maid: SC

The observations came from a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta which was hearing a petition filed by a man...

'Kahaani 2' movie: SC quashes proceedings in copyright case against filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh

'Kahaani 2' movie: SC quashes proceedings in copyright case against filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh

The bench set aside an order passed by the Jharkhand High Court on April 22 last year, refusing to quash the proceedings...

'People have the right to criticise judgments,' says SC

'People have the right to criticise judgments,' says SC

The Centre, meanwhile, informed a bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pan...

SC grants regular bail to accused in Rs 730 cr AP liquor policy scam

SC grants regular bail to accused in Rs 730 cr AP liquor policy scam

A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi noted that 11 accused have...

Cabs should accommodate wheelchairs or assistive devices of persons with disabilities: SC

Cabs should accommodate wheelchairs or assistive devices of persons with disabilities: SC

"Now, in larger metros, there are cabs everywhere. Cabs should also be asked to accommodate wheelchairs or assistive dev...

SC's no to plea against Bombay HC order on removal of mangroves for Versova-Bhayandar road

SC's no to plea against Bombay HC order on removal of mangroves for Versova-Bhayandar road

A three-judge bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi said the propo...

Destruction of wildlife habitat in protected area will attract offences, penalties: SC

Destruction of wildlife habitat in protected area will attract offences, penalties: SC

It said detailed consideration of these aspects would be made after receiving the response from various state government...

CJI Surya Kant recuses from hearing on EC appointments law

CJI Surya Kant recuses from hearing on EC appointments law

The bench was hearing PILs challenging the validity of certain provisions of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other E...

Expert committee formed to review revised NCERT chapter on judiciary: Centre to SC

Expert committee formed to review revised NCERT chapter on judiciary: Centre to SC

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told a bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Panchol...

SC turns down plea seeking action against hate speech targeting Brahmin community

SC turns down plea seeking action against hate speech targeting Brahmin community

New Delhi, Mar 20 The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a plea which sought recognition of hate speech target...

SC refuses to entertain plea alleging threats at behest of Karnataka CM

SC refuses to entertain plea alleging threats at behest of Karnataka CM

The counsel representing the petitioner informed a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta that the petitioner w...

Runaway couple protection plea mentioned in SC, CJI asks lawyer to move Delhi HC

Runaway couple protection plea mentioned in SC, CJI asks lawyer to move Delhi HC

In a peculiar turn of events, a lawyer, who mentioned the plea for protection of the runaway couple from their families,...

SC agrees to hear plea seeking probe of rape of 4-year-old girl in Gurugram

SC agrees to hear plea seeking probe of rape of 4-year-old girl in Gurugram

A three-judge bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi took note of a...

Section 364 of IPC cannot be considered a minor offence compared to Section 302

Section 364 of IPC cannot be considered a minor offence compared to Section 302

Supreme Court Upholds Acquittal: Conviction Without Formal Charge Violates Fair Trial Norms, Apex Court Affirms High Cou...

SC quashes copyright case against filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh over his 'Kahaani 2' film

SC quashes copyright case against filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh over his 'Kahaani 2' film

"The summoning order dated June 7, 2018 passed by the CJM (Chief Judicial Magistrate) and order dated April 22, 2025 pas...

A Company depositing surplus funds in a bank fixed deposit receipt not protected by Consumer Protection Act

A Company depositing surplus funds in a bank fixed deposit receipt not protected by Consumer Protection Act

Supreme Court Upholds NCDRC Decision: Corporate Deposits in Banks Not Covered Under Consumer Protection Act, Supreme Cou...

Dishonour of post-dated cheques - Does not ipso facto amount to cheating

Dishonour of post-dated cheques - Does not ipso facto amount to cheating

Supreme Court Quashes Cheating Charges in Movie Investment Case SC Rules No Dishonest Intention in Film Project Investme...