The Supreme Court of India observed that if every religious practice or ritual is challenged before constitutional courts, it could lead to excessive litigation, weakening religions and affecting India’s civilizational fabric, while stressing that religion remains deeply connected with the country’s social structure.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant welcomed the Union Cabinet’s decision to expand the Supreme Court of India strength from 33 to 37 judges. He said the move is aimed at ensuring quicker disposal of cases and improving justice delivery across the country.
Today, On 7th April, The Supreme Court has directed that exceptionally urgent matters that cannot await the normal listing process must be mentioned only before the Chief Justice of India, even when he is engaged with a constitution bench hearing today itself.
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.
The Supreme Court witnessed an unusual scene as lawyers and litigants crowded the CJI’s courtroom to watch West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee personally present arguments in the SIR case.
The hearing on the electoral roll revision issue drew wide attention and has been adjourned for further proceedings.
The Karnataka government is set to move the Supreme Court after the Governor objected to parts of the prepared speech as “biased” and threatened to skip the Assembly Session. Siddaramaiah’s administration says his absence beyond 11:15 am would violate Article 176(1).
Outgoing Chief Justice B R Gavai bid an emotional goodbye to the Supreme Court, saying he leaves with complete satisfaction after serving the nation to the best of his ability. He described his four-decade legal journey as deeply fulfilling and guided by constitutional values.
Today, On 4th November, The Supreme Court has reserved its verdict on framing uniform, nationwide seniority rules for higher judicial services to address disparities in career progression among judges across India, after hearing extensive arguments on reservation, promotion policies, and the ROTA system.
The Supreme Court has fixed October 10, 2025, to hear applications demanding restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood after the abrogation of Article 370. Petitioners argue the Centre failed to honour its assurance despite Assembly elections and repeated Court directions.
The Supreme Court will hear later today a crucial Presidential Reference on delays by Governors and the President in acting on State Bills. Kerala and Tamil Nadu oppose it as “not maintainable.”
