Challenge to UMEED Act Provisions: Delhi High Court Issues Notice to Central Govt, Delhi Govt & Delhi Waqf Board

Delhi High Court has issued notices to the Central Government, Delhi Government, and Delhi Waqf Board in a batch of petitions challenging key provisions of the UMEED Act, alleging infringement of tenant rights and constitutional protections.

Special Electoral Roll Revision Row: Supreme Court Defers Hearing on Challenges to EC’s SIR to Jan 13

Today, On 8th January, The Supreme Court has deferred to January 13 the hearing on petitions challenging the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The pleas question the legality and transparency of the EC’s SIR process ahead of upcoming elections.

SIR Across States: Supreme Court Reschedules Special Intensive Revision Hearing For Tomorrow

Today, On 6th December, Supreme Court rescheduled the Special Intensive Revision hearing for tomorrow. Senior Advocate Dwivedi highlighted the Election Commission’s powers and citizen-centric constitutional provisions, while CJI noted, “If we are able to take up at 12 then we will continue till lunch.”

650 Lawyers Under Scrutiny| Verify Advocates Representing Govt In Supreme Court Yet To Clear AIBE: Delhi HC Tells Centre

The Delhi High Court directs Centre to verify claims that lawyers appointed to represent the government in the Supreme Court are yet to clear the AIBE. The Court heard a PIL challenging appointment of 650 lawyers for the Union.

Vulnerability Is High, So the Parents’ Responsibility Is Higher: Madras HC Urges for Australia-Style Ban on Social Media for Kids

Madras High Court has urged an Australia-like law banning social media for children under sixteen, stressing that “as far as children are concerned, the vulnerability is high, so the parents’ responsibility is higher” while addressing online pornography access.

Nitasha Kaul Challenges OCI Cancellation In Delhi High Court, Calls India Entry Ban “Unfair And Unconstitutional”

UK-based academic Nitasha Kaul has approached the Delhi High Court against the Centre’s decision to cancel her OCI status and ban her entry into India. The plea questions the legality of the move, calling it a violation of free speech and due process.

BREAKING | Violates Separation of Powers and Judicial Independence: Supreme Court Strikes Down Key Provisions of Tribunal Reforms Act

Today, On 19th November, Supreme Court quashes Tribunal Reforms Act provisions on appointment and tenure, ruling that they violate separation of powers and judicial independence, amount to a legislative override of a binding judgment, and fail the constitutional test, requiring urgent corrective action from the government.

Supreme Court Says Biometric Attendance System Legal Even Without Employee Consultation

The Supreme Court ruled that the Biometric Attendance System in government offices is valid and beneficial, stating that lack of employee consultation doesn’t make it illegal. The Court set aside the Orissa High Court’s 2014 order and allowed its full implementation.

Delhi High Court directs Centre to include deaf athletes in Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2025

The Delhi High Court has ordered the government to frame fair criteria allowing deaf sportspersons to apply for the 2025 Khel Ratna Award. The Court also extended the application deadline until the new framework is created.

India’s 53rd Chief Justice: Centre Approves Appointment of Justice Surya Kant As CJI

The Centre has cleared the appointment of Supreme Court Judge Surya Kant as the next Chief Justice of India. He will take over the top post after incumbent CJI BR Gavai retires on November 23, 2025.