A Supreme Court-appointed amicus curiae blamed the MCD for the Saidulajab building collapse that killed six people and injured fourteen. The report stated that authorities were aware of unauthorised construction for years but failed to take effective action, making the tragedy a result of prolonged regulatory neglect.
The Supreme Court said it would continue monitoring the investigation into the alleged 2026 NEET-UG paper leak, stressing that identifying procedural lapses alone is insufficient unless real accountability is fixed on those responsible for compromising the integrity of one of India’s largest competitive medical entrance examinations.
The Centre told the Supreme Court that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is personally monitoring the government’s response to the NEET-UG paper leak controversy. Talking about the cancellation decision, it said he is overseeing every step taken very carefully.
Today, On 25th May, The Supreme Court of India began hearing a suo motu case on alleged bias in Twisha Sharma’s death probe. SG Tushar Mehta said a woman lost her life and warned it is better to have a divorced daughter.
The Supreme Court of India has taken suo motu cognisance of the tragic death of Twisha Sharma, sparking nationwide outrage. The case has intensified public concern over serious allegations of dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, demanding urgent judicial attention.
The Enforcement Directorate asked the West Bengal government’s Director of Securities to ensure that absconding Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner Santanu Sinha Biswas appears for questioning in money laundering cases. The agency said his presence is important for investigation.
Today, On 20th April, Delhi High Court rejected Arvind Kejriwal’s demand seeking Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma’s recusal in the Delhi liquor policy case. She said her constitutional oath ensures justice does not bend or yield to pressure and she will decide the case fearlessly.
Justice Manmohan of the Supreme Court said criticism should be seen as guidance and not rejection, urging openness to improvement. He added, “Criticism should not be treated as a condemnation of the system. It should be treated as a suggestion.”
The Supreme Court took a firm stand against corruption as it refused to hear the bail plea of a 70-year-old lawyer accused of seeking a Rs.30-lakh bribe, stating he attempted to “sell the judiciary.” The bench told him, “You tried to sell a judge in the open market.”
Today, On 24th March, The Supreme Court asked whether the Enforcement Directorate can seek relief from the West Bengal government after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee allegedly obstructed its raid at I-PAC, raising broader concerns over accountability and legal recourse.
