Today, On 23rd April, The Supreme Court said it respects the views of all distinguished authors and thinkers but cannot rely on information from “WhatsApp University.” The nine-judge Constitution bench made this remark while hearing petitions on discrimination against women and religious freedom issues.
The Supreme Court is examining whether the State can use constitutional morality and Directive Principles to justify laws reforming religious practices. The debate in the Sabarimala reference case may redefine the balance between religious freedom and equality in India.
The Supreme Court of India quashed the eviction of government officers from Sujan Singh Park flats near Khan Market, ruling rent law doesn’t apply. It held eviction cannot happen without a clear clause in the lease, limiting the landlord’s remedy to rent recovery only.
The Supreme Court of India criticised Mamata Banerjee for allegedly interfering in an Enforcement Directorate probe, calling it a threat to democracy. The Court said a Chief Minister cannot disrupt investigations and warned against actions that put the democratic system at risk.
The National Investigation Agency claimed that Yasin Malik used contacts with Pakistan’s PM and President to push Kashmir’s secession agenda. The High Court will now hear arguments on whether his life sentence in the terror funding case should be increased.
The Supreme Court has widened the mandate of a prison reforms panel to ensure proper implementation of rights for prisoners with disabilities across India. The move aims to bring accountability, accessibility, and dignity within the prison system.
Kangana Ranaut has moved an Agra MP-MLA court requesting postponement of the April 30 verdict in a case linked to her remarks on the farmers’ protest. Her plea claims the complainant got “undue opportunity” and seeks equal time for the defence before judgment.
The Supreme Court of India has issued notice to the Centre on a plea questioning the validity of the National Investigation Agency Act, 2008. The case raises major concerns about federal powers, NIA authority, and constitutional rights across India.
The Supreme Court of India bench led by Surya Kant questioned arguments by J. Sai Deepak against judicial review of codified religious practices. The CJI stressed that once the State acts, courts cannot be completely excluded from reviewing its actions, even in matters of faith.
Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma rejected recusal pleas, saying allegations lacked proof and could damage judicial independence. The Delhi High Court ruled that courts cannot be influenced by narratives, politics, or “forum shopping.”
