The Supreme Court will hear 10 major petitions on April 16 challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. Petitioners argue the law violates Muslim rights and the Indian Constitution.
Christian Michel James, accused in the AgustaWestland case, wants to serve his sentence in India instead of seeking bail due to security concerns. He has alleged poisoning attempts in Tihar Jail, prompting a court directive for a report from jail authorities. Medical treatment for his post-surgery pain has also been ordered.
The Telangana High Court has postponed the Kancha Gachibowli land case hearing to April 7, 2025, while temporarily halting tree cutting and excavation on the disputed 400 acres. Environmental concerns have prompted public interest litigations against alleged illegal activities. The Supreme Court has also intervened, directing a stop to deforestation.
The Supreme Court expressed concerns about the absence of Advocate-on-Record P. Soma Sundaram during a hearing, as he was unreachable in a remote Tamil Nadu village. The Court ordered him to appear in person by April 1, 2025, with travel proof, after failed attempts for virtual attendance due to connectivity issues.
Tahawwur Rana, who is accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks case, has once again approached the US Supreme Court. He has filed a fresh request with US Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, seeking to stop his extradition to India. This comes after his previous appeal was rejected earlier this month by US Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan.