Supreme Court of India refused fresh directions on hate speech, citing adequate laws. Bench of Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta stressed issue lies in enforcement, not legislative gaps.
The Supreme Court of India will today hear an urgent plea highlighting the serious issue of 1,140 NEET-PG seats left vacant nationwide. The petition seeks immediate directions to stop this large-scale wastage after all counselling rounds have already concluded.
Supreme Court of India stayed execution of death row convict Aman Singh and issued directions on sentencing reform. Bench led by Vikram Nath sought records, suspending death sentence pending appeals.
A PIL before the Supreme Court seeks removal of IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma as Police Observer in West Bengal, alleging intimidation, bias, and conduct that may affect election neutrality. It claims his continued role risks public confidence and threatens free and fair 2026 Assembly Elections, raising concerns over democratic integrity and lawful conduct of electoral processes.
The Supreme Court rebuked an advocate in the Sabarimala reference hearing for irrelevant submissions, saying he was going beyond the subject and must confine arguments to the issue. The Court also said, “Please don’t argue like this,” during proceedings.
The Supreme Court has directed that a meeting be held on May 6 to review how states have used the allocated funds meant for installing CCTV cameras in police stations. The Court seeks full compliance and transparency now.
Supreme Court of India was informed of a multi-agency crackdown on digital arrest scams involving regulators, RBI, CBI and tech firms. WhatsApp banned 9,400 linked accounts, strengthening cybercrime enforcement efforts.
The Supreme Court said there can be no anarchy, noting that managing religious institutions cannot mean operating without structure, and emphasised the need for rules as the nine-judge Bench heard petitions on Sabarimala women’s entry and religious freedom.
Supreme Court of India held bona fide purchaser cannot face prosecution for cheating or forgery without intent. Court stressed criminal liability requires clear evidence of inducement and participation in alleged fraud.
Supreme Court of India refused to interfere with Delhi High Court ruling upholding EC’s power to classify parties. Decision affirms validity of Election Symbols Order 1968 governing national and state party recognition.
