Supreme Court Says No Legal Quota for Govt Pleaders, Urges MP AG to Include Marginalised Lawyers

The Supreme Court of India refused to order reservation for OBC advocates in the appointment of government pleaders in Madhya Pradesh, citing absence of any statutory mandate. However, the Court strongly urged the MP Advocate General to ensure fair representation of marginalised communities and women in future appointments.

Unheard? Shows Trust in the Constitution: Supreme Court Rejects Plea Against Mamata Banerjee’s Personal Appearance in SIR Case

The Supreme Court dismissed an application objecting to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee personally appearing before it in the SIR electoral rolls case. The CJI-led Bench said such an appearance is “not unheard of” and reflects faith in the Constitution.

Supreme Court Allows Uttarakhand Judicial Officer to Appear for HPJS Exam After HC Denial

The Supreme Court allowed a serving Uttarakhand judicial officer to appear in the Himachal Pradesh Judicial Services examination, overturning an unexplained denial by the High Court. Justices BV Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan quashed the rejection, reinforcing standards in recruitment.

Supreme Court Declines to Interfere in 2027 Census, Asks Centre to Consider Caste Data Suggestions

The Supreme Court of India refused to entertain a PIL challenging the procedure for recording caste details in the 2027 Census. However, the Court asked the Centre and census authorities to consider the petitioner’s suggestions on transparency and verification.

‘Citizenship Can’t Be Decided Overnight’: Supreme Court Questions Bihar Voter Roll Revision, Warns Against Mass Exclusions

The Supreme Court resumed hearing ADR’s challenge to Bihar’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, raising concerns over transparency, Aadhaar use, and voter deletions. Senior advocates warned that shifting the burden of proving citizenship to voters threatens the constitutional right to vote.

‘Language of the Gutters’ Row: Supreme Court to Hear MP Minister Vijay Shah’s Plea on Remarks Against Col Sofiya Qureshi

The Supreme Court of India is set to hear on January 19 the plea of MP Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah against an order directing an FIR over his remarks on Army officer Col Sofiya Qureshi. The case follows strong court criticism, questions over his apology, and an ongoing SIT probe.

Policy Circulars Are Binding On Government Even If Executive In Nature: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled that government policy decisions issued through circulars are binding and cannot be ignored without lawful amendment or justification. Any action taken in violation of such policy is arbitrary and breaches Article 14 of the Constitution of India.

SIR Row | Take A Decision On Or Before 31 December And Apprise The Court: Supreme Court To ECI

Today, On 18th December, Supreme Court continues hearing the SIR validity case across states. The apex Court directs the Election Commission of India to decide the proposal within timeline, stating “Take A Decision On Or Before 31 December And Apprise The Court”.

‘Individual Cannot Always Be the Centre of Attention’: Supreme Court Prioritises National Interest Over Personal Liberty

The Supreme Court held that while Article 21 rights are vital, they cannot be the only basis for bail in cases involving national security. The Court said individual liberty is secondary when the country’s sovereignty and integrity are at risk.

44 SC/HC Former Judges Stand Firm Against ‘Motivated Attacks’ on CJI Surya Kant Over Rohingya Remarks

A group of 44 retired Supreme Court and High Court judges has condemned the “motivated” campaign targeting CJI Surya Kant over his remarks in the Rohingya case. They said routine legal questions were twisted into false allegations of prejudice, harming judicial independence.