PIL in Supreme Court After 14 Children Die From Toxic Cough Syrup Containing Diethylene Glycol

A PIL has been filed in the Supreme Court over the deaths of 14 children in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra linked to contaminated cough syrup. The plea seeks a CBI probe, nationwide recall, and judicial inquiry into drug safety failures.

“If They Were Private Persons, They’d Be Arrested in 15 Days”: Supreme Court Slams Madhya Pradesh, CBI Over Custodial Death Case

The Supreme Court blasted the Madhya Pradesh government and CBI for failing to arrest two police inspectors accused in a tribal youth’s custodial death. The Bench warned of contempt if arrests are not made by October 7.

Supreme Court Flags Delay in Gangster Trials; Orders High-Level Meet on Special Courts

SC asks Centre, agencies to act fast on pending gangster trials, suggests hiring retired judges. Outcome of joint meeting to be filed before Oct 18.

Telangana High Court Quashes Cases Over Tweets Criticising Congress; Issues Key Guidelines for FIRs on Political Social Media Posts

The Telangana High Court struck down three criminal cases against an X user for tweets critical of CM Revanth Reddy’s Congress government, ruling them protected free speech. The Court also laid down strict guidelines for police and magistrates on handling FIRs in social media cases.

Supreme Court Verdict on Stray Dogs Case to Be Delivered on August 22

The Supreme Court will deliver its long-awaited order on the nationwide stray dogs issue on August 22. The case has drawn sharp debate over public safety, animal rights, and municipal responsibilities.

‘Extraction of Regular Labour Corrodes Confidence’: Supreme Court Slams Ad-Hocism in Govt Jobs

The Supreme Court criticised long-term use of temporary workers in recurring government roles, calling it unfair and unconstitutional. It ordered regularisation of UP Higher Education employees, stressing dignity, fairness, and transparency in public employment.

Supreme Court to States: “File Replies or Face Ex-Parte & Fine” in Crimes Against Women PIL

The Supreme Court warned States and UTs of ex-parte action and fines for delaying replies in a PIL on rising crimes against women. Justice Nagarathna stressed preventive steps like moral education over harsher punishments.

“However Dark the Past May Be, It Cannot Hold the Future Captive” — Supreme Court Ends IPS Officer’s 10-Year Legal Battle With Public Apology

Supreme Court dissolves IPS officer’s marriage using Article 142 and orders unconditional apology for filing 15 cases. All litigations quashed; both parties agree to move on peacefully.

Supreme Court Frees Man from Jail in 1988 Rape Case After Finding He Was Juvenile — Conviction Stands

Supreme Court cancels jail term of rape convict after confirming he was a juvenile in 1988. His conviction remains valid, but further action will be decided by the Juvenile Justice Board.

Madras High Court Warns Police: Don’t Name Sexual Offence Victims Even in FIRs

The Madras High Court directed Tamil Nadu police to protect the identities of sexual offence victims, prohibiting their disclosure in FIRs. This order, prompted by a previous mistake, emphasizes serious consequences for violations. The court reminded law enforcement of existing legal obligations regarding victim confidentiality under Indian law and Supreme Court guidelines.