Supreme Court Of India: News
Established on 28th January 1950, Supreme Court of India is the highest authority of judiciary and the guardian of constitution in the country. It is located in Tilak Marg, New Delhi and works on the motto of ‘’Whence law (dharma), thence victory’’. Dipak Misra is the current chief justice of India.
CBI files first chargesheet against Reliance Communications, 15 others
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed its first chargesheet against Reliance Communications Limited and 15 other accused.
'Strict monitoring exists, but NEET leaked?' Supreme Court raps NTA
The Supreme Court of India has expressed serious concerns over the recent NEET-UG paper leak. The court questioned how such a major breach could happen despite existing monitoring mechanisms and oversight committees.
Twisha Sharma case: CBI gets 5-day custody of Giribala Singh
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has been granted a five-day custody of Giribala Singh, the mother-in-law of Twisha Sharma, who was found dead on May 12.
'Pronounce bail orders in one day': SC tells high courts
The Supreme Court has issued a set of binding directions to high courts to ensure timely delivery of judgments in reserved matters.
Indian competition watchdog's ₹202cr fine on Amazon quashed by SC
The Supreme Court has overturned the Competition Commission of India's ₹202 crore fine on Amazon.
SC upholds retrospective 28% GST on online gaming in India
The Supreme Court has upheld the Indian government's decision to impose a retrospective Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 28% on online gaming companies.
Twisha Sharma case: SC 'pained' by narrative judiciary delaying trial
The Supreme Court said it was "pained" by the narrative suggesting that the judiciary was delaying or preventing a proper probe into the death of Twisha Sharma.
'Authorities haven't learnt lesson yet': Supreme Court on NEET-UG leak
The Supreme Court has expressed disappointment over authorities not learning from past NEET exam paper leak incidents.
SpiceJet faces fresh legal trouble, lessor seeks $8M dues enforcement
Cash-strapped airline SpiceJet is facing another legal challenge.
SpiceJet can seek Delhi HC's relief from ₹144cr deposit order
The Supreme Court of India has allowed budget carrier SpiceJet to approach the Delhi High Court for relief from a ₹144.5 crore deposit order.
'Euthanize aggressive strays...': Key takeaways from SC's stray dog order
The Supreme Court has ruled that no criminal proceedings should be initiated against authorities who are acting in good faith to implement its directions on controlling stray dog attacks.
SC refuses to modify earlier directions to remove stray dogs
The Supreme Court has refused to modify its earlier directions on the removal of stray dogs from public places.
'Judges to carpool, WFH for staff': SC introduces fuel-saving measures
The Supreme Court of India has introduced a series of fuel-saving measures in line with the Union government's push to conserve resources amid the West Asia crisis.
SC questions Union minister's inclusion in poll chief selection panel
The Supreme Court of India on Thursday raised questions on the inclusion of a Union Cabinet Minister in the selection committee for appointing the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners.
SC mandates GPS, panic buttons for all public vehicles
In a landmark decision aimed at enhancing passenger safety and road safety enforcement, the Supreme Court of India has directed all states and Union Territories to enforce rules mandating GPS tracking systems and panic buttons in public service vehicles.
SpiceJet moves SC against a deposit order of ₹144.5cr
SpiceJet has challenged a Delhi High Court order in Supreme Court that asked the airline to deposit ₹144.5 crore in its ongoing legal battle with Kalanithi Maran and KAL Airways Pvt Ltd.
SC urges law change on pregnancy termination for minor rape-victims
The Supreme Court on Thursday commented that the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act should be revised to remove the time constraints for the legal termination of pregnancies stemming from the rape of minor girls.
Sunjay Kapur's mother Rani reacts to SC asking for mediation
The Supreme Court of India recently suggested mediation to resolve the estate dispute between late businessman Sunjay Kapur's mother, Rani Kapur, and his widow, Priya Sachdev Kapur.
'They had...child together': SC decries rape allegation in live-in case
The Supreme Court has questioned the possibility of a criminal offense of sexual assault on a false promise of marriage in a long-term live-in relationship.
'Decide issue peacefully': SC suggests mediation in Sunjay Kapur case
The Supreme Court of India on Monday suggested a negotiated settlement in an ongoing inheritance dispute within the Sona Group family.
ED seeks more time regarding Jacqueline's approver request
A Delhi court has deferred the hearing on actor Jacqueline Fernandez's plea to turn approver in a high-profile money laundering case linked to alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar.
Commercial vehicles now have to pay more to enter Delhi
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has hiked the Environment Compensation Charge (ECC) for light and heavy commercial vehicles entering the national capital.
Supreme Court issues guidelines to enhance road safety
The Supreme Court of India has issued comprehensive guidelines to enhance road safety across the country.
Ex-TCS Nashik staffer reveals vulgar abuse, Hindu festival mockery
A former employee of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has leveled serious allegations against the company's Nashik office, claiming a toxic work environment.
No relief for Anil Ambani as SC upholds 'fraud' tag
The Supreme Court of India has rejected a plea by Anil Ambani, challenging the classification of his loan accounts as "fraud" by a consortium of banks.
SC seeks ECI's response on biometric facial verification for voters
The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the central government and the Election Commission of India (ECI) on a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay.
SC orders time-bound probe into Anil Ambani's alleged financial irregularities
The Supreme Court of India has ordered a time-bound, fair, and transparent investigation into alleged financial irregularities linked to the Reliance Anil Ambani Group (RAAG).
Adani gets SC nod to acquire Jaiprakash Associates for ₹14,500cr
The Supreme Court of India has declined to interfere with Adani Enterprises Ltd.'s ₹14,543 crore resolution plan for the bankrupt Jaiprakash Associates Ltd (JAL).
Adil Hussain's 'Mercy' first look attached to 'Dhurandhar'
The much-awaited drama Mercy, starring Adil Hussain, will be released in theaters on April 24.
Scheduled Caste status restricted to Hindus, Sikhs, and Buddhists: SC
The Supreme Court has ruled that once a person converts to Christianity and actively professes and practices the faith, he cannot continue to be a member of the Scheduled Caste community.
SC grants women Navy, Army SSCOs permanent commission
In a historic judgment, the Supreme Court has ruled that women Short Service Commission (SSC) officers are entitled to Permanent Commission.
Your power bills in Delhi will go up from April
Delhi's electricity rates are likely to see a hike from April.
Sharjeel Imam walks free after 6 years on 10-day bail
Activist Sharjeel Imam, an accused in the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots case, was granted 10-day interim bail by a Delhi court.
Sujoy Ghosh gets relief, SC dismisses 'Kahaani 2' copyright case
The Supreme Court of India has quashed the proceedings against director-writer Sujoy Ghosh in a copyright infringement case related to his movie Kahaani 2.
Bring law recognizing paternity leave: Supreme Court tells Union
The Supreme Court has urged the Union Government to introduce a law recognizing paternity leave as a social security benefit.
Adoptive mothers also entitled to 12 weeks maternity leave: SC
The Supreme Court has declared a provision of the Social Security Code, 2020, unconstitutional. The provision in question was Section 60(4), which restricted maternity benefits to adoptive mothers with children under three months old.
'Forgive everyone': Harish Rana's family bids goodbye in heartbreaking video
In a heartbreaking farewell, Harish Rana's family bid him goodbye in Ghaziabad.
Sonam Wangchuk's wife shares their first uncaged conversation post-release
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was released from Jodhpur Central Jail on Saturday after the Union government revoked his detention under the National Security Act (NSA).
SC stays defamation case against lawyer over Mamata book posts
The Supreme Court has stayed a defamation case against advocate Koustav Bagchi for posting extracts of a book about West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on social media, according to NDTV.
Supreme Court adopts AI for case listing and bench assignments
The Supreme Court of India is set to revolutionize its administrative processes with the introduction of an artificial intelligence (AI)-based system.
'Nobody will hire women': SC rejects PIL on menstrual leaves
The Supreme Court has rejected a public interest litigation seeking a nationwide menstrual leave policy for women students and workers.
Moosewala murder case: Accused Pawan Bishnoi, Jagtar Singh granted bail
The Supreme Court of India has granted bail to two accused, Pawan Kumar Bishnoi and Jagtar Singh, in the 2022 murder case of famous Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala.
Judge tears up while allowing passive euthanasia for Harish Rana
Justice JB Pardiwala got emotional while delivering a verdict that allowed passive euthanasia for Harish Rana, in his early 30s, who has been in a vegetative state for 13 years.
SC allows passive euthanasia for man in 13-year vegetative state
The Supreme Court has allowed the withdrawal of life support for 32-year-old Harish Rana, who has been in a permanent vegetative state for 13 years.
Centre's order bars filing of cases over diverted LNG supplies
The central government's Natural Gas (Supply Regulation) Order, issued on March 9 under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, contains a clause that prohibits entities receiving diverted natural gas supplies from filing court cases against revised supply arrangements.
CBI summons Vijay yet again in Karur stampede case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has summoned actor-turned-politician Vijay for further questioning in connection with the deadly stampede at a political rally in Karur last year.
SC classifies Rooh Afza as fruit drink, gives tax relief
In a major relief for Hamdard Laboratories, the Supreme Court of India has ruled that Sharbat Rooh Afza cannot be classified under a higher tax slab just because it is marketed as a sharbat.
Xiaomi moves Supreme Court against $72M tax demand in India
Xiaomi, a leading player in India's smartphone market, has challenged an Indian tax tribunal's ruling that accused the company of evading $72 million in tariffs on royalty payments.
SC declines plea to ban 'Yadav Ji ki Love Story'
The Supreme Court of India has refused to ban or change the title of the upcoming movie Yadav Ji ki Love Story, reported PTI.
'Has quality of elected leaders improved?' SC doubtful of NOTA
The Supreme Court has raised doubts over the efficacy of the "None of the Above" (NOTA) option in improving the quality of elected representatives in India.