Balancing personal liberty with justice, the Supreme Court granted bail in the Pune Porsche crash case involving the deaths of two software professionals,
directing strict conditions, trial cooperation, and warning that any misuse would result in immediate cancellation of bail.
The Supreme Court has dismissed the Telangana government’s petition challenging the quashing of the FIR against BRS MLA Harish Rao in the alleged phone tapping case. The top court said it cannot interfere with a reasoned High Court order without any fresh evidence.
Supreme Court criticised Tamil Nadu’s rigid language policy stance, urging cooperation with the Centre instead of escalating tensions publicly. The Bench asked the State to assess required land for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas in every district.
Justice BV Nagarathna emphasizes the need to resolve long-pending cases before seeking fresh listings. The Supreme Court warns lawyers: efficiency comes first, clear old cases to get time for new ones.
The Supreme Court heard serious allegations of sexual abuse in ISKCON-run schools and questioned the lack of action by authorities. The bench directed petitioners to approach NCPCR and state child rights commissions, stressing that children’s safety must be examined by a neutral body.
Today, On 10th November, The Supreme Court sought the Centre’s response on implementing women’s reservation in Parliament, observing that the Constitution guarantees political and social equality and that women, who form nearly 48 percent of the population, deserve equal political representation and participation.
Justice BV Nagarathna expressed serious concern over declining sex ratios in some states, citing female infanticide and foeticide. She emphasized that girls should not merely survive but actively thrive, highlighting the urgent need for gender equality.
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.
The Supreme Court heard a petition challenging the Hindu Succession Act, which directs a childless widow’s property to her husband’s family. Justice BV Nagarathna highlighted, “under Hindu law, a woman’s gotra changes when she marries.”
The Supreme Court has ruled that goods moved from Domestic Tariff Areas (DTA) to Special Economic Zones (SEZ) are domestic supplies, not exports. The verdict relieves companies like Adani Power from export duty disputes under the Customs Act, 1962.
