If CM Barges Into Raid, Can ED Inform State Police Which Is Headed by the Chief Minister?: Supreme Court Asks West Bengal

Today, On 24th March, The Supreme Court asked whether the Enforcement Directorate can seek relief from the West Bengal government after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee allegedly obstructed its raid at I-PAC, raising broader concerns over accountability and legal recourse.

“Should I hear this matter Somebody may accuse me of conflict of interest”: CJI Surya Kant recuses from the Election Commissioner appointments case

Surya Kant recused himself from hearing petitions challenging the law on appointment of Election Commissioners. A Bench including Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi was scheduled to hear the matter.

When HC Judges Can’t Decide the Correct Answer, How Can Law Graduates?: Supreme Court On  Chandigarh Law Officer Exam Question

The Supreme Court resolved an ambiguous Chandigarh law officer exam question after conflicting High Court rulings. Justices Sanjay Karol and Prashant Kumar Mishra held that determining which constitutional schedule is immune from judicial review is unsuitable for multiple-choice evaluation.

AFGIS Performs Public Function, Under Deep Govt Control Is ‘State’ Under Article 12: Supreme Court 

The Supreme Court of India ruled Air Force Group Insurance Society is “State” under Article 12, restoring employees’ pay parity plea and setting aside Delhi High Court’s 2023 ruling, with Justices Sanjay Karol and Vipul M. Pancholi.

Some Platforms Act In A Dangerous Way: Supreme Court 3-Judge Bench To Examine Validity Of Fact Check Units

The Supreme Court said key questions arise over validity of Fact-Check Units targeting misleading news about the government online, with Chief Justice Surya Kant stressing the need to balance regulation and constitutional values while referring the matter to a three-judge bench.

Judges Must Uphold Their Oath and Judicial Dharma: Justice B.V. Nagarathna

Supreme Court Justice B.V. Nagarathna said judges must honour their oath and judicial dharma even when unpopular decisions risk their elevation or extensions. She stressed that judicial review must balance transformative constitutionalism with the basic structure through courts.

High Courts Cannot Unsettle The Finality Of Apex Court Orders : Supreme Court

Supreme Court ruled that High Courts cannot disturb the finality of Apex Court orders. It added that non-parties affected by a judgment in rem may seek appropriate remedies in service matters.

Possessing A Passport And Travelling Abroad Are Integral Parts Of Personal Liberty: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court held that holding a passport and travelling abroad is integral to personal liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav quashed impounding orders, citing violation of natural justice principles.

Origin of Speech Is Thought, Erase Ideas Against Constitutional Ethos: Supreme Court on PIL Against Hate Speech

Today, On 17th February, The Supreme Court declined to entertain another plea seeking fresh rules for regulating public speeches by constitutional authorities, noting its reluctance to repeatedly revisit issues already settled in earlier judgments. It said speech begins in thought, urging discipline.

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.