Government Never Called E20 Blending an Experiment: Attorney General Denies Media Claims on Supreme Court Submissions

The Attorney General’s Office clarified that media reports claiming the Union described the E20 ethanol blending programme as an “experiment” before the Supreme Court were incorrect. It stated no such submission was made, rejecting the reports as a misrepresentation of arguments presented in court.

Supreme Court Rules Lawyers Cannot Surrender or Compromise Clients’ Property Rights Without Explicit Consent

The Supreme Court held that advocates cannot surrender or compromise a client’s substantive property rights without explicit authorisation. The Court ruled that a compromise decree based solely on a lawyer’s consent, without the client’s signature or approval, is legally unsustainable under the Civil Procedure Code.

Rs 370 Biryani Controversy Reaches Supreme Court: PIL Demands Framework for Stand-Up Comedy, Podcasts and Online Content Platforms

A PIL before the Supreme Court seeks a regulatory framework for stand-up comedy, podcasts, live streams, and digital content. The plea over the “Rs 370 Biryani” controversy argues that creators should not face criminal action and highlights algorithm-driven content spread.

Egg Attacks Against TMC Leaders| Human Rights Must Be Ensured for Everyone: Calcutta HC Seeks Bengal Government Report

The Calcutta High Court directed the West Bengal government to submit details of alleged egg-throwing incidents targeting TMC leaders after the 2026 Assembly election defeat. The Court sought information on incidents, FIR registrations, and action taken while hearing a petition linked to Abhishek Banerjee.

Default Bail Can’t Be Claimed Just Because the Chargesheet Copy Wasn’t Supplied to the Accused: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court held that an accused cannot claim default bail merely because a copy of the chargesheet was not supplied. It also ruled that failure to file additional chargesheet copies under Section 193(8) of the BNSS does not invalidate the chargesheet.

Delhi HC Allows 17-Year-Old Minor Son to Donate Liver Portion to Ailing Father in Exceptional Medical Case

The Delhi High Court allowed a 17-year-old minor to donate part of his liver to his critically ill father, considering exceptional circumstances. The Court approved the transplant after finding that the son was the only medically suitable donor available among relatives.

Why West Bengal Removed 77 Muslim Communities From the OBC List: Assembly Passes OBC Amendment Bills

The West Bengal Assembly passed two Bills amending OBC reservation laws, revising the list of eligible communities and introducing a uniform 7% quota. The changes follow Calcutta High Court directions, with the revised framework covering 66 OBC classes instead of the earlier list.

Cow Slaughter Ban Row: Tamil Nadu Moves Supreme Court Against Madras HC Order 

The Tamil Nadu government has approached the Supreme Court challenging the Madras High Court’s order imposing a statewide ban on cow and calf slaughter. The State questioned directions issued to authorities while hearing a PIL seeking regulation of slaughter at authorised places under law.

DJ Remark Case: Calcutta HC Refuses Abhishek Banerjee’s Plea Challenging Voice Sample Order

The Calcutta High Court refused to entertain TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee’s plea challenging a magistrate’s order directing him to provide a voice sample in the DJ remark case. The Court heard arguments on BNSS provisions, investigation rights, and the need for evidence collection.