Supreme Court's 2025 Shift Towards Judicial Restraint
The Supreme Court's 2025 term marked a pivotal turn towards judicial restraint, redefining its role. Explore the key judgments and their impact on India's constitutional future.
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SC Vacation Benches Sit During Winter Break for First Time
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.
SC Vacation Benches Sit During Winter Break for First Time
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.
Bollywood's Top Legal Disputes of 2025 Explained
From Supreme Court rulings to defamation claims and arrests, explore the major courtroom dramas that defined Bollywood in 2025. Get the full breakdown here.
SC Takes Suo Motu Cognisance of Aravalli Case
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.
SC Approves Kolhapur as Additional Bombay High Court Bench
The Supreme Court has approved the Bombay High Court's notification to establish Kolhapur as an additional bench. This move aims to enhance judicial access for Maharashtra's western region. Read more about this landmark decision.
SC Overturns Rape Conviction, Cites 'Sixth Sense' for Mediation
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.
SC: Driving Licence Invalid Immediately After Expiry
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.
Unnao Survivor to Move SC Against Sengar's Bail Suspension
The Unnao rape survivor vows to move Supreme Court against the suspension of Kuldeep Sengar's jail term, calling his bail a 'kaal' (doom) for her family. Get the latest updates.
SC: Trial courts can't impose imprisonment till natural life end
Supreme Court clarifies trial courts cannot sentence convicts to imprisonment till the end of their natural life. Ruling came in a murder appeal by Kiran. Read the full legal analysis.
SC Criticizes Uttarakhand for Forest Land Encroachment
Supreme Court reprimands Uttarakhand govt for failing to clear forest land encroachments. Bench demands immediate action plan and status report within 3 weeks.
Supreme Court Registry to Scrutinise Urgent Cases: CJI
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.
SC Sets Aside Ex-Parte Anticipatory Bail Cancellation
Supreme Court reinstates anticipatory bail, criticising Bombay High Court's ex-parte order. Case sent back for fresh hearing with both parties present. Key legal principle upheld.
Special SC Vacation Bench Led by CJI to Sit on December 22
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.
Allahabad HC Affirms Right to Live-In Relationships
The Allahabad High Court's order protecting 12 women in live-in relationships reaffirms constitutional liberty. This editorial analyses the judgment's stand against social orthodoxy and its significance for inter-faith and inter-caste couples in India. Re
SC: Sessions Courts can't order life term without remission
The Supreme Court has ruled that only constitutional courts can sentence convicts to life without remission. Sessions Courts lack this power, preserving the state's right to grant clemency. Read the full analysis.
Supreme Court to Hear Urgent Matters on December 22
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.
SC Saves BDS Degrees, Imposes ₹10 Cr Fines on Colleges
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.
SC Empowers HCs to Appoint Retired Judges as Ad Hoc Judges
The Supreme Court has taken steps to utilise retired High Court judges to tackle the massive backlog of 63.6 lakh pending cases. New guidelines address seniority concerns to facilitate appointments. Read more.
Mahesh Sonak to be Jharkhand High Court Chief Justice
Supreme Court collegium approves Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak of Bombay HC as the next Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court. He will succeed Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan, who retires on January 8, 2025.
Supreme Court on Stray Dogs Case: Hearing Cancelled
Supreme Court's sharp remarks in stray dogs case as scheduled hearing before a special bench is cancelled. Kapil Sibal informs bench. Details inside.
HP High Court Warns Officer Over Unpaid Judges' Dues
Himachal Pradesh High Court threatens contempt action against Finance Secretary for defying Supreme Court order to clear pending dues of retired judges. Next hearing could trigger punitive steps.
SC Stops Construction on Disputed 100 Acres in Hyderabad
Supreme Court directs private claimants to halt all construction on disputed Shamshabad land allegedly owned by HMDA. Case involves allegations of fabricated court orders. Read the full legal saga.
SC Stays HC Order on 7-Fold Maintenance Hike for Pune Wife
Supreme Court stays Bombay HC order enhancing wife's maintenance from ₹50k to ₹3.5 lakh/month. Husband directed to clear arrears. Next hearing in 2026. Details inside.
SC Sets Aside HC Order on Rape Accused's Wife in US
India's Supreme Court quashes Rajasthan HC order that forced an NRI woman to stay in India. The ruling upholds fundamental rights under Article 21. Read the full legal analysis.
SC Asks Centre, Bar for Security Proposals After CJI Incident
The Supreme Court directs the Centre and SCBA to propose security measures after a shoe was hurled at CJI Chandrachud. Read the latest updates on judicial security.
SC Raises Compensation for Parents of Teen Killed in Accident
Supreme Court increases compensation to Rs 8.65 lakh for parents of a 14-year-old killed in a road accident, citing 'pain and suffering'. Read the full legal analysis.
SC Refuses Plea on IndiGo Crisis, Sends to Delhi HC
The Supreme Court declined to hear a plea regarding the IndiGo crisis, advising the petitioner to approach the Delhi High Court instead. Read the full details of the legal proceedings.
SC Grants Bail in UAPA Case Over Delayed Chargesheet
Supreme Court grants bail to man held for 2 years under UAPA without chargesheet, calling the prolonged custody 'absolutely unjustified'. Read the full legal analysis.
SC Declines PIL on Regulating AI in Judiciary
India's Supreme Court declined to entertain a PIL seeking AI regulation in courts but acknowledged the concerns. The CJI invited the petitioner to submit recommendations directly to the court. Read the full story.
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