Today, On 16th December, Supreme Court stayed coercive action against private hospitals challenging Kerala High Court directions requiring display of medical services and treatment rates at hospital receptions. Court sought responses from Centre and Kerala government, fixing hearing on February 3, 2026.
Supreme Court criticised Tamil Nadu’s rigid language policy stance, urging cooperation with the Centre instead of escalating tensions publicly. The Bench asked the State to assess required land for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas in every district.
Today, On 16th December, Supreme Court issued notice to the Lok Sabha Speaker and Parliament secretariats on Justice Yashwant Varma’s plea challenging constitution of a three-member inquiry committee. While flagging procedural lapses, the Court questioned how such an oversight occurred during impeachment proceedings.
Today, On 2nd December, The Supreme Court questioned a plea alleging the custodial disappearance of five Rohingyas, asking the petitioner to show the notification that recognises them as refugees. The Bench led by CJI Surya Kant flagged maintainability concerns and security issues.
Today, On 16th December, Delhi High Court has sought a response from the DGCA on a contempt plea by pilot unions alleging illegal relaxations to airlines and approval of fatigue management schemes contrary to CAR 2024 safety norms governing flight duty limits.
Today, On 16th December, Granting relief to Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, a Delhi court dismissed the ED’s PMLA complaint in the National Herald case. The court held the proceedings not maintainable since they arose from a private complaint, not an FIR registered.
Today, On 15th December, Amid severe pollution levels in the national capital, the Delhi High Court issued an advisory to the Bar. Lawyers and self-represented litigants were advised to utilise hybrid appearances via video conferencing to reduce physical presence in court.
Today, On 15th December, The Supreme Court addressed a brief mentioning in the SIR process challenge, highlighting a surge in filings that week. CJI Surya Kant noted, “Week declared miscellaneous due to huge spike in cases,” indicating potential delays before the matter can be heard.
Former Madhya Pradesh High Court judge KK Trivedi stated that the Opposition’s move to impeach Madras High Court judge Justice G R Swaminathan is either politically motivated or intended to influence a favorable ruling. He warned that such actions undermine judicial independence and credibility.
Today, On 15th December, The Supreme Court declined to entertain a plea over IndiGo flight delays and cancellations, observing that parallel proceedings should be avoided. The Bench advised petitioners to approach the High Court first, leaving liberty to return later if aggrieved.
