SC Dismisses Sharmila Tagore's Stray Dog Plea
Supreme Court hears petitions on stray dog rules, sharply criticising arguments by Sharmila Tagore's counsel. Court warns against romanticising dogs in hospitals. Read the full details.
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Court rejects medical bail plea in Rs 24 crore flat fraud case
A Mumbai sessions court denied the temporary bail plea of Purushottam Chavan, accused of a Rs 24 crore cheating scam. The plea, sought on medical grounds, was opposed by the complainant. Read the full details.
Supreme Court Signs MoU with Bhutan for Law Clerk Exchange
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.
India, Bhutan Supreme Courts Sign MoU for Law Clerk Exchange
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.
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.
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 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.
HC fines HSVP Rs 3 lakh, gives relief to Haryana landowners
Punjab & Haryana HC quashes HSVP's demand for 2025 land prices & 11% interest from oustees. Court imposes Rs 3 lakh fine, resets price to 2018 rate. Key victory for landowners.
57 Maharashtra Civic Results Await Supreme Court Ruling
The fate of 57 local bodies in Maharashtra hangs in balance as the Supreme Court's January 21 verdict on reservation limits will decide the final outcome. Mahayuti leads but faces uncertainty.
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.
SC to Rule Jan 21 on 57 Maharashtra Civic Bodies' Fate
The Supreme Court's January 21 verdict will decide the fate of 57 Maharashtra local bodies where quota limits were breached. Results for Mahayuti and MVA hang in the balance. Read for full details.
Maharashtra Local Body Results Await SC Verdict
Results for 57 Maharashtra local bodies hang in balance as Supreme Court verdict on Jan 21 will decide fate of seats where quota limit exceeded 50%. Mahayuti leads but outcome uncertain.
HC Seeks Fresh RTE Compliance Data from Haryana Govt Schools
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered the Haryana government to submit updated district-wise data on RTE Act compliance in government schools. This follows concerns over the implementation of the 25% EWS quota.
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.
BSF Sports Quota 2025: 549 Constable GD Posts
The Border Security Force (BSF) invites applications for 549 Constable (GD) posts under the Sports Quota 2025. Apply online from Dec 27, 2025, to Jan 15, 2026. Check eligibility, salary, and key details here.
Bangladesh Student Leader Shot in Head During Protests
Another Bangladesh student leader, Asif Mahmud, was shot in the head during anti-quota protests. This follows the shooting of Hadi Hossain, escalating tensions in Dhaka. Read the full report.
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.
Bombay HC suspends ex-minister Kokate's sentence
Bombay High Court suspends NCP politician Manikrao Kokate's 2-year jail term in a 30-year-old EWS quota cheating case but refuses to stay his conviction, triggering disqualification concerns. Read the full details.
Rajasthan HC Stays RAS 2023 Departmental Quota Appointments
Rajasthan High Court halts appointments to departmental quota posts in RAS 2023 recruitment, citing need to examine caste-based reservation rules. Read the full story for details.
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.
Karnataka Assembly Seeks 9th Schedule Shield for 56% Quota
Karnataka Assembly passes resolution urging Centre to include 56% internal reservation hike in Constitution's 9th Schedule for legal protection. Historic move for SCs, STs, and OBCs.
Maharashtra Minister Kokate Resigns After Jail Sentence
Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate resigns after court upholds 2-year jail term in a 1995 EWS housing scam. Nashik police move to execute arrest warrant. Read the full story.
Sedition Case Against Hardik Patel Withdrawn in Surat
A Surat sessions court has discharged BJP MLA Hardik Patel and three others in a 2015 sedition case, accepting the state government's application to withdraw prosecution. Read the full details.
Maharashtra Minister Kokate Resigns After Court Conviction
Maharashtra Cabinet minister Manikrao Kokate resigns after Nashik court sentences him in a 1995 EWS housing quota fraud case. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar accepts resignation, portfolios reallocated.
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.
HC Questions Haryana's Rejection of Karate Medallist's Job Claim
Haryana High Court demands answers after state 'reasonlessly' rejects international karate medallist's sports quota job application. Details on the legal battle and implications for athlete welfare.
Maharashtra Minister Kokate Loses Portfolios After Arrest Warrant
Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate was stripped of all portfolios after a Nashik court issued an arrest warrant in a 1995 cheating case. The NCP MLA is the second from his party to face action under the Mahayuti government. Read the full story.
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