Supreme Court rules tribal women and their heirs are entitled to equal property rights. Denial based on outdated customs violates constitutional equality.
The Supreme Court of India declined to hear a petition for the early release of the NEET-UG 2025 final answer key, stating such matters should first be addressed in High Courts. The Court emphasized practical concerns and the established process, allowing students to challenge results later, while avoiding potential mass litigation.
A PIL in the Kerala High Court challenges the arbitrary pricing of multiplex movie tickets, highlighting consumer exploitation through dynamic pricing models without regulatory oversight. Filed by Advocate Manu Nair, the petition argues for government intervention under existing cinema laws, citing disparities with other Indian states that have implemented price controls. A hearing is scheduled for July 1.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL for a separate Gujjar Regiment in the Indian Army, emphasizing equal recruitment policies without caste distinctions. The judges criticized the demand as unconstitutional, reaffirming the Army’s commitment to national unity through integrated regiments. The petitioner withdrew the case after the court’s observations.
The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to the Central Government and the IRDA regarding a petition from Sanvedana Foundation, challenging the exclusion of epilepsy from health insurance. The petition argues this exclusion violates fundamental rights under Articles 14 and 21, threatening equality and access to treatment for individuals with epilepsy.
On May 21, 2025, the Supreme Court of India rejected Advocate Mathews J. Nedumpara’s petition seeking an FIR against Justice Yashwant Varma regarding cash found at his residence after a fire. The Court emphasized the need for proper legal channels before pursuing action and highlighted ongoing inquiries previously conducted.
NEW DELHI: 19th May: The Supreme Court of India has clearly said that all retired High Court judges – whether they were permanent judges or additional judges – must receive equal pension and other retirement benefits. This ruling aims to ensure that there is no unfair treatment among retired judges when it comes to pensions and post-retirement benefits.
New Delhi, May 5 – The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Central Government and other authorities to respond to a petition challenging the decision to conduct the NEET-PG 2025 examination in two different shifts. The exam is currently scheduled for June 15, 2025. A bench of Justices B R Gavai and K V Viswanathan issued a notice and said, “Issue notice, returnable one week,” while agreeing to hear the plea filed by seven medical professionals.