Supreme Court Refuses Review, Upholds Mandatory TET Requirement for Pre-RTE Teachers

The Supreme Court refused to review its 2025 judgment directing in-service teachers recruited before the RTE Act, 2009, to obtain TET qualifications. The requirement applies to teachers with over five years of service left, who must clear TET within two years from September 1, 2025.

Aided And Unaided School Staff Don’t Fall Under Local Authorities, Cannot Be Forced Into Census Duties: Allahabad High Court

The Allahabad High Court held that employees of aided and unaided private educational institutions cannot be assigned duties under the Census Act, 1948, and stayed the DIOS Gautam Budh Nagar order seeking staff details for census work while directing the State to file response.

Very Deceptive: Supreme Court Seeks Centre’s Reply on Plea to Ban Liquor Sale in Tetra Packs & Sachets

The Supreme Court of India sought responses from the Centre on a plea to ban liquor in tetra packs and sachets after Advocate Vipin Nair flagged missing warnings. CJI Surya Kant said, “This is very deceptive. Notice issued,”

We Know What’s Happening: Supreme Court To Hear Challenge Against UGC Rules On Caste Discrimination

Today, On 28th January, The Supreme Court agreed to hear a plea challenging UGC’s new rules to prevent caste discrimination in educational institutions. CJI Surya Kant said, “We know what’s happening. Make sure defects are cured. We will list it.”

Stray Dogs Row| Remove Stray Cattle from Highways and Expressways: Supreme Court Orders States, UTs to File Compliance Reports

Today, On 7th November, in the Stray Dogs Row, Supreme Court Orders States and UTs to Act on Amicus Report, Remove Stray Cattle from Highways and Expressways, Set Up Patrol Teams, and File Compliance Reports Within Three Weeks to Curb Rising Dog Bite Fatalities Nationwide.

Student Suicides: Supreme Court Gives 8 Weeks to States, Centre to Report on Mental Health Guidelines

The Supreme Court has directed all States and Union Territories to submit reports within eight weeks on implementing mental health and suicide prevention guidelines in educational institutions. The Centre has also been asked to file a compliance affidavit within the same period.

“How Can Reservation Exceed 50%?”: Supreme Court Questions Limits in Special Component Plan for SC Students

Today, On 22nd September, The Supreme Court questioned the implementation of the Special Component Plan for Scheduled Caste students, asking, “How can reservation exceed 50%?” The Court also raised concerns about overall quotas and the impact on educational institutions.

Supreme Court Directs UGC to Finalise Anti-Caste Discrimination Rules in Universities within 2 Months

The Supreme Court has asked the UGC to frame regulations to prevent caste-based discrimination in colleges and universities. The UGC must finalise the rules within eight weeks to ensure student safety and equal opportunities. New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India on Monday directed the University Grants Commission (UGC) to take steps to prevent caste-based […]

“A Legislative Vacuum No More”: Supreme Court Mandates Mental Health Reforms to Stop Student Suicides

Supreme Court issues nationwide directives to tackle rising student suicides in schools, colleges, and coaching centres. Guidelines include mandatory counsellors, safety measures, and anti-bullying protocols.

Supreme Court Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of Student Suicides at IIT Kharagpur & Sharda University: “Something Is Wrong”

Today, On 21st July, The Supreme Court took suo motu cognizance of student suicides at IIT Kharagpur and Sharda University, observing, “Something is wrong.” The court raised serious concerns over institutional accountability and delays in timely police action and investigation.