Supreme Court
Manual Scavenging; Supreme Court enhances compensation for sewer deaths to Rs. 30
Supreme Court Mandates Increased Compensation for Sewer Deaths, Urges Swift Action on Safai Karamcharis Commission Appoi...
The right to life includes the right to menstrual health; Directions for Free Sanitary Pads and Separate Toilets in Schools
Supreme Court Mandates Free Sanitary Pads and Separate Toilets in Schools to Uphold Girls' Right to Education and Dignit...
Supreme Court Grants Interim Relief to Jagat Vijay Printers LLP Amidst Pollution Control Board Dispute
Printing of Punjab Kesari Allowed to Continue, Status Quo for Other Commercial Establishments Maintained Until High Cour...
Signatures of the testator not disputed - Will still requires to be proved
Supreme Court Overturns Kerala High Court's Order on Disputed Will Signature Not Contested, But Will's Legitimacy Requir...
UGC Regulations, 2026 - "Caste-based Discrimination" Regulations to be kept in abeyance till further orders
Supreme Court Halts Implementation of 2026 UGC Regulations, Reinstates 2012 Rules, Court Raises Concerns Over Ambiguitie...
India-France partnership lifeline amid geopolitical tension: CJI Surya Kant
The CJI asked the gathering to name the commonalities that bridge the gap between the Ganges and the Seine and said the ...
Construction after necessary permissions - No evidence that land is "khoai" - Demolition order set aside
Supreme Court Overturns High Court Order: Aarsuday Projects’ Construction Declared Legal, Supreme Court Rules in Favor o...
Supreme Court Acquits Advocate of Misconduct Charges Amidst Withdrawn Complaint
Supreme Court overturns Bar Council's verdict against advocate after complainant retracts allegations....
High Court is the "Court" for extension of time for arbitration proceedings even if tribunal is constituted by the parties
Supreme Court Clarifies Jurisdiction for Extension of Arbitration Proceedings Time Limit, Principal Civil Court Holds Au...
Supreme Court Acquits Russian National in NDPS Case, Cites Procedural Lapses
Search and Seizure Violations and Inconsistencies in Evidence Lead to Acquittal in High-Profile Drug Smuggling Case...
India-France partnership lifeline amid geopolitical tension: CJI Surya Kant
The CJI asked the gathering to name the commonalities that bridge the gap between the Ganges and the Seine and said the ...
If firm profits more from its scale, it has to bear more responsibility for environmental costs: SC
"If a company has a high turnover, it reflects the sheer scale of its operations. Such a company, if found to contribute...
SC upholds Madras HC verdict setting aside appointment of Puducherry Technological University VC
The bench noted several "peculiar facts" and said there were no allegations against Mohan's qualifications, integrity or...
SC quashes rejection of ex-Army officer's candidature for ITAT member, slaps fine on Centre
Upon the evaluation of all candidates, the SCSC placed the petitioner at All India Rank One. However, notwithstanding th...
Menstrual hygiene verdict meant for classrooms where girls hesitate to seek help: SC
The bench directed the apex court registry to forward one copy each of this judgment to all the high courts, state gover...
Legal framework pertaining to stem-cell research fragmented: SC
The court said it is cognisant of the profound difficulties faced by individuals diagnosed with ASD and their caregivers...
SC for sensitisation of male teachers, students to deal with stigma associated with menstruation
The absence of menstrual hygiene facilities in schools is not the only barrier that impedes education but rather it is o...
Menstrual health is fundamental right: SC orders free sanitary pads, separate toilets in school
On the issue of "awareness and training about menstrual health and puberty", it asked the National Council of Educationa...
Stem cell 'therapies' for Autism Spectrum Disorder can't be offered as clinical service: SC
The bench suggested the legislation ought to address points, including clearly defining stem cells and their derivatives...
Mere presence of lawyer in discharge of professional duty not intimidation: SC
The top court noted that the chargesheet material would disclose that the main charge against Manoj was for criminal int...
SC refuses to interfere with bail conditions of YouTuber Shankar
The Madras High Court on December 26 last year had granted interim bail on health grounds to Shankar in 17 criminal case...
Supreme Court Upholds High Court Ruling, Dismisses Shankar @ Savukku Shankar's Plea
Special Leave Petition by Shankar @ Savukku Shankar dismissed; No interference in High Court's decision...
SC says right to menstrual health a fundamental right; orders free sanitary pads for school girls
The top court has reserved its verdict on a PIL filed by Jaya Thakur on December 10, 2024, seeking pan-India implementat...
SC frames 4 questions of law on pleas challenging UGC regulations
The new regulations, mandating all higher education institutions to form "equity committees" to look into complaints of ...
SC allows uninterrupted publication of Punjab Kesari, asks group to approach NGT
"The petitioners may approach the National Green Tribunal, if so advised, at the earliest, along with an application for...
SC clears housing project near Visva-Bharati University, sets aside HC's demolition order
The top court said from the material on record it is evident that Aarsuday Projects undertook and completed the construc...
Service providing agencies have become real exploiters of workers: SC
The bench, also comprising Justice Joymalya Bagchi, was hearing a PIL seeking a comprehensive legal framework and enforc...
SC directs poll panel to display names on 'logical discrepancies' list in SIR of electoral rolls
It asked the poll panel to issue instructions for providing an additional 10 days' time from the date of displaying the ...
SC reserves verdict on pleas challenging EC's SIR of electoral rolls in Bihar
The court had commenced final arguments in the matter on August 12 last year, when it observed that inclusion or exclusi...
NHAI may consider asking road contractors to setup gaushalas for stray animals on highways: SC
The bench said, "If you don't tackle this problem today it will keep on magnifying. Every year the population of stray d...
Supreme Court to Resolve Conflicting High Court Opinions on PF and ESI Contribution Deductions
Supreme Court to examine the interpretation of 'due date' in deductions for employee contributions under Sections 36(1)(...
SC puts new UGC regulations on hold, says can have 'very sweeping consequences'
Justice Bagchi said the ideal of "unity in India" must be reflected in educational institutions. Senior advocate Indira ...
SC directs Sonam Wangchuk's medical examination by specialist doctor
The apex court recorded Nataraj's statement that Wangchuk will be examined by a specialist from a government hospital an...
Wangchuk denies in SC allegations of remarks about overthrowing govt like Arab Spring
According to the amended plea, the detention order is founded upon "stale FIRs, vague imputations and speculative assert...
SC reserves verdict on pleas against SIR of electoral rolls in Bihar
The court had commenced final arguments in the matter on August 12 last year, when it observed that inclusion or exclusi...
SC reserves verdict on pleas for modification of earlier orders on stray dogs
The top court was hearing several petitions seeking modification of its November 7, 2025, order directing authorities to...