Supreme Court
Supreme Court Dismisses Centre's Challenge to MGNREGA Implementation Order in West Bengal
Oct 28, 2025 10:01 am CST
The Supreme Court has rejected the Centre's appeal against a Calcutta High Court order mandating MGNREGA implementation in West Bengal from August 1, 2025. The high court ruling allows the Centre to impose special conditions to prevent irregularities while reinstating the rural employment guarantee scheme that has been suspended in the state for nearly three years.
Supreme Court Declines Contempt Proceedings Against Lawyer Who Threw Shoe at Chief Justice Gavai
Oct 28, 2025 02:54 am CST
The Supreme Court has refused to initiate contempt proceedings against a 71-year-old lawyer who attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India BR Gavai during court proceedings. While acknowledging the act constituted serious contempt of court, Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi respected the CJI's decision to pardon the lawyer, but indicated they would consider establishing preventive guidelines to protect judicial dignity and prevent similar incidents in the future.
Supreme Court Mandates Implementation of Mental Health Guidelines for Educational Institutions Across India
Oct 28, 2025 12:51 am CST
The Supreme Court has ordered all states and Union Territories to report on their implementation of guidelines addressing student mental health issues and suicide prevention in educational institutions. The Court established a comprehensive framework including mandatory registration and grievance mechanisms for coaching centers, while emphasizing the need for uniform mental health policies based on initiatives like 'Ummeed' and 'Manodarpan' to combat the rising student suicide crisis in India.
Supreme Court Demands Transparency in RTI Commission Appointments Amid Massive Vacancies
Oct 27, 2025 10:31 pm CST
The Supreme Court has ordered all state governments to report on Information Commission vacancies by November 17, as petitioners claim deliberate undermining of the RTI Act. With the CIC lacking a chief and eight of ten commissioner positions unfilled, nearly 300,000 cases remain pending, creating year-long delays in information access. The Court pledged to ensure transparent appointment processes for both central and state commissions.
Election Commission Announces Second Phase of Voter Roll Revisions in 12 States Ahead of 2025-2027 Elections
Oct 27, 2025 09:13 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has launched the second phase of its nationwide special intensive revision of voter rolls in 12 states and union territories, including Bengal and Tamil Nadu which face elections next year. The process will commence after Bihar's polls, with enumeration running from November 4 to December 4 and final lists published by February 7. This marks the first comprehensive revision in over two decades, aimed at addressing issues like duplicate registrations and removing deceased voters from electoral rolls.
Supreme Court Criticizes Delhi Police for Delays in Umar Khalid and Co-accused's Bail Hearing in Delhi Riots Case
Oct 27, 2025 07:05 pm CST
The Supreme Court has admonished Delhi Police for failing to respond to bail petitions from Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and other Delhi riots case accused who have spent over five years in jail. The Court rejected police requests for additional time and demanded answers regarding whether prolonged pre-trial detention justifies bail consideration. The matter has been scheduled for an expedited Friday hearing with instructions for police to file their response before then.
Supreme Court Declines Contempt Action Against Lawyer in Chief Justice Shoe-Throwing Incident
Oct 27, 2025 05:22 pm CST
The Supreme Court has refused to initiate contempt proceedings against Advocate Rakesh Kishore who attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India BR Gavai. While acknowledging the gravity of the incident, Justices Surya Kant and Joymala Bagchi respected CJI Gavai's decision to pardon Kishore. The Court will focus instead on developing guidelines for handling and reporting such incidents, expressing concern about the glorification of the attack in media and social platforms.
Supreme Court Directs CBI to Lead Investigation into Cross-Border Digital Arrest Scams
Oct 27, 2025 04:18 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has indicated plans to task the CBI with investigating the growing epidemic of 'digital arrest' scams, where criminals impersonate government officials to defraud victims of their savings. Following revelations of international connections to these operations in Thailand and Myanmar, the Court emphasized the need for a unified investigative approach across India, with potential international cooperation through Interpol to combat these sophisticated cyber fraud operations.
Supreme Court Orders States to Address India's Stray Dog Crisis: Compliance and Implementation Challenges
Oct 27, 2025 02:33 pm CST
The Supreme Court has reprimanded state governments for failing to comply with its August directive on managing stray dogs through catch-neuter-release programs. Despite increasing dog attacks nationwide, most states have not submitted required affidavits, while Rajasthan, Chennai, and Noida have begun implementing dog population control measures including sterilization, vaccination, and microchipping in accordance with Animal Birth Control rules.
Madras High Court Reviews Multiple Petitions in Deadly Karur Stampede Case: Legal Developments and Investigation Updates
Oct 27, 2025 02:32 pm CST
The Madras High Court is examining seven petitions related to the Karur stampede tragedy that claimed 41 lives during a TVK political rally. The hearings include bail applications from party officials and a PIL seeking standard protocols for political gatherings in Tamil Nadu, while the Supreme Court has ordered a CBI investigation monitored by a special committee.