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    Telangana Phone Tapping Row: Supreme Court tells ex-SIB Chief Prabhakar Rao to “cooperate with trial”
    Telangana Phone Tapping Row: Supreme Court tells ex-SIB Chief Prabhakar Rao to “cooperate with trial”
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    Telangana Phone Tapping Row: Supreme Court tells ex-SIB Chief Prabhakar Rao to “cooperate with trial”

    The Supreme Court has asked former Telangana intelligence officer T Prabhakar Rao to cooperate in the ongoing illegal phone tapping trial. The case involves surveillance of politicians, journalists, and even High Court judges during the BRS Government’s tenure.

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    "Arbitration Continues to Be Male-Dominated, Women Arbitrators Must be Swiftly Addressed": Justice BV Nagarathna
    "Arbitration Continues to Be Male-Dominated, Women Arbitrators Must be Swiftly Addressed": Justice BV Nagarathna
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    “Arbitration Continues to Be Male-Dominated, Women Arbitrators Must be Swiftly Addressed”: Justice BV Nagarathna

    Supreme Court Justice BV Nagarathna highlights gender disparity in arbitration, urging swift inclusion of women arbitrators to promote diversity, fairness, and a stronger Indian arbitration ecosystem.

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    Why is the President of SCBA Not Protesting Non-Appointment of Women Judges? : Questions Senior Advocate Indira Jaising
    Why is the President of SCBA Not Protesting Non-Appointment of Women Judges? : Questions Senior Advocate Indira Jaising
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    Why is the President of SCBA Not Protesting Non-Appointment of Women Judges? : Questions Senior Advocate Indira Jaising

    Senior Advocate Indira Jaising raised serious concerns over the non-appointment of women judges to the Supreme Court of India. She questioned why the President of the SCBA has not protested, highlighting that 28 male judges were appointed since 2021.

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    Supreme Court Reaches Full Strength of 34 Judges, But Gender Gap Persists: Justice BV Nagarathna Remains Sole Woman on the Bench
    Supreme Court Reaches Full Strength of 34 Judges, But Gender Gap Persists: Justice BV Nagarathna Remains Sole Woman on the BenchSupreme Court Reaches Full Strength of 34 Judges, But Gender Gap Persists: Justice BV Nagarathna Remains Sole Woman on the Bench
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    Supreme Court Reaches Full Strength of 34 Judges, But Gender Gap Persists: Justice BV Nagarathna Remains Sole Woman on the Bench

    The Supreme Court reaches its full sanctioned strength of 34 judges, but the gender gap persists with Justice BV Nagarathna remaining the sole woman on the bench.

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    ‘The Constitution Is Our Only Guide’: Justice Abhay S Oka Dismisses ‘Divine or Bovine’ Influence in Judicial Decisions
    ‘The Constitution Is Our Only Guide’: Justice Abhay S Oka Dismisses ‘Divine or Bovine’ Influence in Judicial Decisions
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    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.

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    Indira Jaisingh Slams Supreme Court Collegium for Ignoring Women Judges Since 2021: “Does Wisdom Lie Only with Men?"
    Indira Jaisingh Slams Supreme Court Collegium for Ignoring Women Judges Since 2021: “Does Wisdom Lie Only with Men?"
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    Indira Jaisingh Slams Supreme Court Collegium for Ignoring Women Judges Since 2021: “Does Wisdom Lie Only with Men?”

    Senior Advocate Indira Jaisingh criticised the Supreme Court Collegium, pointing out that since 2021, after Justices Hima Kohli, B.V. Nagarathna, and Bela Trivedi were appointed, not a single woman has been recommended, asking, “Does wisdom lie only with men?”

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    Judge Who Ordered Stray Dogs to Be Sent to Shelters Moved in Roster Reshuffle by CJI BR Gavai
    Judge Who Ordered Stray Dogs to Be Sent to Shelters Moved in Roster Reshuffle by CJI BR Gavai
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    Judge Who Ordered Stray Dogs to Be Sent to Shelters Moved in Roster Reshuffle by CJI BR Gavai

    CJI BR Gavai reshuffled the Supreme Court roster after two controversial orders by Justices Pardiwala and Mahadevan, including one directing “all stray dogs be removed and sent to shelter homes.” Justice Mahadevan has now been shifted to a new bench.

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

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    Supreme Court Dismisses NCPCR Plea on Child Marriage; Upholds HC View on Muslim Girls’ Right to Marry at 15
    Supreme Court Dismisses NCPCR Plea on Child Marriage; Upholds HC View on Muslim Girls’ Right to Marry at 15
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    Supreme Court Dismisses NCPCR Plea on Child Marriage; Upholds HC View on Muslim Girls’ Right to Marry at 15

    The Supreme Court rejected NCPCR’s challenge to Punjab and Haryana High Court rulings that upheld Muslim personal law, allowing girls to marry at 15. Justice Nagarathna stressed societal realities, saying criminalising young love could traumatise minors.

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    "State Cannot Object to Interfaith Marriage of Consenting Adults": Supreme Court Grants Bail to Man Jailed for Marrying Hindu Woman
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    “State Cannot Object to Interfaith Marriage of Consenting Adults”: Supreme Court Grants Bail to Man Jailed for Marrying Hindu Woman

    The Supreme Court of India ruled that a couple from different religions can live together despite ongoing criminal proceedings. The bench granted bail to Arif Siddiqui, who married a Hindu woman, emphasizing personal liberty and the couple’s right to make independent choices. The court rejected state interference in their relationship.

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