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    Delhi High Court Sets May 11 Hearing on CBI Plea Against Kejriwal–Sisodia Discharge in Excise Policy Case
    Delhi High Court Sets May 11 Hearing on CBI Plea Against Kejriwal–Sisodia Discharge in Excise Policy Case
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    Delhi High Court Sets May 11 Hearing on CBI Plea Against Kejriwal–Sisodia Discharge in Excise Policy Case

    The Delhi High Court deferred the CBI’s challenge to the trial court’s discharge order in the liquor policy case and set May 11 for the next hearing. It awaited consent from senior lawyers for the AAP leaders involved.

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    Disturbing Order: Supreme Court Slams Orissa High Court, Grants Bail to Murder Convict
    Disturbing Order: Supreme Court Slams Orissa High Court, Grants Bail to Murder Convict
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    Disturbing Order: Supreme Court Slams Orissa High Court, Grants Bail to Murder Convict

    The Supreme Court granted bail to a murder convict after calling the Orissa High Court’s refusal to hear his delayed appeal a “disturbing order.” The bench stressed that the High Court should have taken a practical approach there.

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    Supreme Court Issues Notice on Challenge to UGC Equity & Grievance Regulations of 2026, 2023 and 2012
    Supreme Court Issues Notice on Challenge to UGC Equity & Grievance Regulations of 2026, 2023 and 2012
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    Supreme Court Issues Notice on Challenge to UGC Equity & Grievance Regulations of 2026, 2023 and 2012

    The Supreme Court issued notice on a petition challenging the constitutional validity of multiple regulations framed by the University Grants Commission, including its 2026 Promotion of Equity rules and the 2023 and 2012 student grievance-related frameworks. These regulatory measures are now in dispute.

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    Enough Is Enough, An Apology Should’ve Come First: Supreme Court Slams MP Govt for Delay in Action Against Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah
    Enough Is Enough, An Apology Should’ve Come First: Supreme Court Slams MP Govt for Delay in Action Against Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah
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    Enough Is Enough, An Apology Should’ve Come First: Supreme Court Slams MP Govt for Delay in Action Against Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah

    The Supreme Court criticised the Madhya Pradesh government for delaying sanction to prosecute minister Kunwar Vijay Shah over objectionable remarks. CJI Surya Kant said, “Just comply with our order, enough is enough, the first thing was an apology.”

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    AAP vs Centre: Supreme Court Seeks Reply on Suspension of Gujarat Unit’s Instagram and Facebook Accounts
    AAP vs Centre: Supreme Court Seeks Reply on Suspension of Gujarat Unit’s Instagram and Facebook Accounts
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    AAP vs Centre: Supreme Court Seeks Reply on Suspension of Gujarat Unit’s Instagram and Facebook Accounts

    The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Union government after the Aam Aadmi Party filed a plea. It challenges the blocking and suspension of its Gujarat unit’s Instagram handle @aapgujarat and its official Facebook page.

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    Big Update in WB Polls: Ex-Calcutta HC Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam Resigns From SIR Appellate Tribunal
    Big Update in WB Polls: Ex-Calcutta HC Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam Resigns From SIR Appellate Tribunal
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    Big Update in WB Polls: Ex-Calcutta HC Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam Resigns From SIR Appellate Tribunal

    Former Calcutta High Court Chief Justice T. S. Sivagnanam, appointed as one of 19 retired judges serving as single-member Appellate Tribunals for Special Intensive Revision in West Bengal, resigned from his tribunal position on Thursday citing personal reasons.

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    BREAKING | West Bengal Legislative Assembly Dissolved Under Article 174(2): Is President’s Rule Coming?
    BREAKING | West Bengal Legislative Assembly Dissolved Under Article 174(2): Is President’s Rule Coming?
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    BREAKING | West Bengal Legislative Assembly Dissolved Under Article 174(2): Is President’s Rule Coming?

    West Bengal saw a major constitutional twist as Governor R. N. Ravi dissolved the Legislative Assembly under Article 174(2)(b), issuing the order through an official Lok Bhavan press note. The move took immediate effect citing constitutional provisions today.

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    No Advocate Deserves to Be Threatened With Judicial Custody: Young Lawyers Urges Withdrawal of AP Bar’s Resolution on Judge’s Conduct
    No Advocate Deserves to Be Threatened With Judicial Custody: Young Lawyers Urges Withdrawal of AP Bar’s Resolution on Judge’s Conduct
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    No Advocate Deserves to Be Threatened With Judicial Custody: Young Lawyers Urges Withdrawal of AP Bar’s Resolution on Judge’s Conduct

    Young members of the Bar have strongly criticised the Andhra Pradesh High Court Advocates Association over its 06 May 2026 resolution, expressing deep disappointment. They said no advocate, especially a newly enrolled lawyer, deserves to be threatened with judicial custody for placing a file loudly.

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    Somebody Has to Take Responsibility: Supreme Court Slams ADR Over Blank Verification in Plea Against CEC Appointment Law
    Somebody Has to Take Responsibility: Supreme Court Slams ADR Over Blank Verification in Plea Against CEC Appointment Law
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    Somebody Has to Take Responsibility: Supreme Court Slams ADR Over Blank Verification in Plea Against CEC Appointment Law

    The Supreme Court of India flagged serious procedural defects in a petition filed by Association for Democratic Reforms challenging the CEC appointment law. The Court said the defect must be cured, adding, “Somebody has to take responsibility for the statements made.”

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    A Step Towards Quicker Disposal of Cases: CJI Surya Kant Welcomes Expansion of Supreme Court Judges Strength From 33 To 37
    A Step Towards Quicker Disposal of Cases: CJI Surya Kant Welcomes Expansion of Supreme Court Judges Strength From 33 To 37
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    A Step Towards Quicker Disposal of Cases: CJI Surya Kant Welcomes Expansion of Supreme Court Judges Strength From 33 To 37

    Chief Justice of India Surya Kant welcomed the Union Cabinet’s decision to expand the Supreme Court of India strength from 33 to 37 judges. He said the move is aimed at ensuring quicker disposal of cases and improving justice delivery across the country.

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