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    “You Cannot Cry After 48 Years”: Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Redefining ‘Industry’ in BWSSB Case
    “You Cannot Cry After 48 Years”: Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Redefining ‘Industry’ in BWSSB Case
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    “You Cannot Cry After 48 Years”: Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Redefining ‘Industry’ in BWSSB Case

    The Supreme Court has reserved its verdict on whether to reconsider the wide definition of “industry” under the Industrial Disputes Act. The ruling could significantly impact labour rights, businesses, and the future of industrial regulation in India.

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    ‘How Can Temples Be Called Industry?’ TN Board Challenges 1978 Supreme Court Definition Before 9-Judge Bench
    ‘How Can Temples Be Called Industry?’ TN Board Challenges 1978 Supreme Court Definition Before 9-Judge Bench
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    ‘How Can Temples Be Called Industry?’ TN Board Challenges 1978 Supreme Court Definition Before 9-Judge Bench

    The Tamil Nadu HR&CE body told the Supreme Court that temples lack profit motive and cannot be treated as “industry” under labour laws. The issue arises in a crucial hearing where the Court is reconsidering its 1978 ruling on the definition of “industry.”

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    “Not Every Govt Work Is Industry”: Centre Draws Line Before Supreme Court in Landmark Labour Law Case
    “Not Every Govt Work Is Industry”: Centre Draws Line Before Supreme Court in Landmark Labour Law Case
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    “Not Every Govt Work Is Industry”: Centre Draws Line Before Supreme Court in Landmark Labour Law Case

    The Centre told the Supreme Court that welfare schemes and sovereign functions cannot be treated as industrial activity under labour laws. The 9-judge bench is now set to redefine the scope of “industry” under the Industrial Disputes Act.

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    “We Are Not Experts”: Supreme Court Refuses to Interfere in Plea Over Mercury Leak Risk from Bhopal Gas Waste
    “We Are Not Experts”: Supreme Court Refuses to Interfere in Plea Over Mercury Leak Risk from Bhopal Gas Waste
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    “We Are Not Experts”: Supreme Court Refuses to Interfere in Plea Over Mercury Leak Risk from Bhopal Gas Waste

    The Supreme Court declined to intervene in a plea raising concerns about mercury leakage from incinerated waste linked to the Bhopal gas tragedy. The court asked the petitioner organisation to approach the Madhya Pradesh High Court, which has been monitoring the case for decades.

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    “Education Must Prepare Citizens for Self-Governance”: CJI Surya Kant on Role of Universities in Democracy
    “Education Must Prepare Citizens for Self-Governance”: CJI Surya Kant on Role of Universities in Democracy
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    “Education Must Prepare Citizens for Self-Governance”: CJI Surya Kant on Role of Universities in Democracy

    Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said democracies invest in higher education to create responsible citizens capable of self-governance, not just prosperous graduates. Speaking at the Central University of Haryana convocation, he urged students to use education to strengthen public institutions and serve society.

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    CJI Surya Kant on AI in Courts: “Technology Can Assist, But Justice Must Remain Human”
    CJI Surya Kant on AI in Courts: “Technology Can Assist, But Justice Must Remain Human”
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    CJI Surya Kant on AI in Courts: “Technology Can Assist, But Justice Must Remain Human”

    Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said artificial intelligence can help courts with research and efficiency but cannot replace human judges in delivering justice. He stressed that interpreting the law and ensuring fairness must always remain the responsibility of the judiciary.

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    Supreme Court to Use AI for Case Listing and Bench Allocation, Move Aims to End Human Intervention in Roster System
    Supreme Court to Use AI for Case Listing and Bench Allocation, Move Aims to End Human Intervention in Roster System
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    Supreme Court to Use AI for Case Listing and Bench Allocation, Move Aims to End Human Intervention in Roster System

    The Supreme Court of India plans to deploy Artificial Intelligence to manage case listing and bench allocation, reducing human intervention in the roster process. The reform aims to improve transparency, fix registry lapses, and ensure faster and more efficient justice delivery.

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    “AI Tools, 4 Jackets & Rs 1,000 Typing Fee”: Supreme Court Rejects Trader’s PIL on PM CARES After Dramatic Hearing
    “AI Tools, 4 Jackets & Rs 1,000 Typing Fee”: Supreme Court Rejects Trader’s PIL on PM CARES After Dramatic Hearing
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    “AI Tools, 4 Jackets & Rs 1,000 Typing Fee”: Supreme Court Rejects Trader’s PIL on PM CARES After Dramatic Hearing

    The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL filed by a Ludhiana hosiery trader seeking transparency in the PM CARES Fund after he admitted using AI tools and paying a typist with four jackets. The Court rebuked the petitioner, calling the plea vague and warning against filing frivolous PILs.

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    Supreme Court Warns Against Allegations on Judicial Officers in West Bengal Voter Roll Revision, Says “Will Not Tolerate”
    Supreme Court Warns Against Allegations on Judicial Officers in West Bengal Voter Roll Revision, Says “Will Not Tolerate”
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    Supreme Court Warns Against Allegations on Judicial Officers in West Bengal Voter Roll Revision, Says “Will Not Tolerate”

    The Supreme Court strongly criticised applications questioning the integrity of judicial officers involved in West Bengal’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. CJI Surya Kant said the Court “will not tolerate” attempts to cast doubt on judicial officers handling the voter verification exercise.

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    Institutional Intent Alone Is Not Sufficient: CJI Surya Kant Calls For Real Action To Improve Women’s Representation In Higher Judiciary
    Institutional Intent Alone Is Not Sufficient: CJI Surya Kant Calls For Real Action To Improve Women’s Representation In Higher Judiciary
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    Institutional Intent Alone Is Not Sufficient: CJI Surya Kant Calls For Real Action To Improve Women’s Representation In Higher Judiciary

    Surya Kant said institutional intent alone cannot improve women’s representation in the higher judiciary, urging High Court collegiums to consider deserving women lawyers and expand the zone of consideration so their elevation to the Bench becomes the norm.

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