CAA Case Update: CJI Surya Kant Fixes Final Hearing from May 5, 2026; Supreme Court Splits Assam–Tripura and Pan-India Petitions

The Supreme Court has scheduled final hearings in the CAA challenge from May 5, 2026, separating Assam–Tripura matters from the rest of India cases. CJI Surya Kant stressed no repetition of arguments and allowed additional submissions within four weeks.

BREAKING| This Kind Of Quorum Shopping Is Not Ok: CJI Surya Kant On Allegations Against Trial Court Judges

Today, On 17th December, Supreme Court said such quorum shopping is unacceptable, as CJI Surya Kant reacted to allegations against trial court judges. Senior Advocate Indira Jaising flagged last-minute complaints made to High Courts, leaving cases stranded when orders are due imminent.

Maharashtra OBC Reservation| Local Body Polls May Proceed, But Results in 40 Councils and 17 Nagar Panchayats on Hold: Supreme Court

Today, On 28th November, Supreme Court said Maharashtra’s local body polls can go ahead despite the ongoing OBC reservation dispute. However, results in 40 municipal councils and 17 nagar panchayats will remain on hold until the Court delivers its final ruling there.

Transgender Reservation in PG Medical Seats | Supreme Court to Hear Plea Next Week

Today, On 18th September, Supreme Court decided it will hear the plea on transgender reservation in PG medical seats next week. The Chief Justice said, “With 2 months of counselling left, no urgency in listing the matter,” indicating a careful review ahead.

Transgender Reservation in PG Medical Seats| At Least 15% Quota Must Be Provided: Supreme Court

Today, On 16th September, Senior Advocate Indira Jaising urged the Supreme Court for transgender reservation in PG medical seats under the NALSA judgment, requesting vacant AIQ and state quota seats. CJI emphasized, “Court’s judgment mandates reservation. At least 15% quota must be provided.” The matter is listed for hearing the day after tomorrow.

Justice Abhay Oka Says Public Has Right to Know Justice BV Nagarathna’s Dissent on Justice Vipul Pancholi’s Elevation Should Be Made Public

Former Supreme Court judge Abhay Oka said Justice BV Nagarathna’s dissent over Justice Vipul Pancholi’s elevation must be disclosed. He stressed transparency in Collegium decisions while balancing lawyers’ privacy.

Supreme Court shields cricketer Rameez Nemat: ‘UP Police slapping repeated FIRs after every bail,’ says Indira Jaising

Cricketer Rameez Nemat told the Supreme Court that UP Police keep filing fresh FIRs, even invoking the Gangsters Act, each time he secures bail. The Court continued interim protection, allowing both sides to be heard in detail.

Madhya Pradesh Judge Resigns Saying “Judiciary Failed Me” After Senior She Accused of Harassment & Caste Bias Elevated To High Court

Today, On 29th July, Madhya Pradesh judge resigns saying “Judiciary failed me” after the judicial officer she accused of sexual harassment and caste discrimination gets promoted to High Court. She called the system’s silence a betrayal of justice.